Thailand
Holidays & Travel Facts

Thailand is a traveller’s delight! Beautiful beaches, Buddhist temples, historic sites, delicious cuisine, and Thai hospitality all add up to a holiday that’s as fascinating as it is fun. Visit as a stopover to neighbouring countries and beyond, or enjoy Thailand as a holiday in itself.

Thailand

Overview for Thailand

Bangkok is an exotic city with numerous sights including glistening Buddhist temples and the spectacular Grand Palace. Shopping is a favourite traveller’s pastime and the Chatuchuk’s weekend market is staggering.

Depart Bangkok to visit Kanchanaburi and the infamous Bridge on the River Kwai; or Ayuthaya, the Royal Capital of Siam for over 400 years.

Chiang Mai is northern Thailand’s main city, known for its culture, history, and handicrafts. Venture out of the city centre and explore on elephant-back, or meet the people from the hill tribes of the region.

Thailand’s islands and beaches are known the world over for their beauty and fabulous resorts. Phuket is Thailand’s largest and most popular island with the best known beach at Patong. Khao Lak is located about an hour north of Phuket. This beautiful, small resort area offers peace, unspoilt beauty and superb resorts. Koh Samui is located in the Gulf of Thailand with Chaweng Beach a long stretch of sand with plenty of sea activities.

Top Tours for Thailand

  • Essential Chiang Mai

    Essential Chiang Mai

    Energetic, enthralling Chiang Mai is sure to delight with its old city walls, ancient temples and bustling night markets. more

  • Mae Kompong Homestay

    Mae Kompong Homestay

    Experience the local life of Mae Kampong residents on this two day private tour. Departing from Chiang Mai, this journey travels... more

  • Essential Chiang Rai

    Essential Chiang Rai

    With its northern location, close to the Laos and Burmese borders, Chiang Rai was once capital of the Lanna Kingdom. With a... more

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When To Go

Thailand has three main seasons. In general the cool season lasts from November to February, the hot season from March to June, and the rainy season from July to November.