Going to Thailand for the lantern festival in November? Here is an Itinerary recommendation to get the most out of your trip.
Thailand has a few major international major airports. In this itinerary we will be starting off at Bangkok.
Depending on where you’re coming from, getting to Thailand can take up to 2 days before you arrive. When you arrive at Thailand first, you must rest and prepare yourself for a lot of travel ahead because after resting you will need to go back to the airport and travel to your first stop, Phuket.
Stop 1: PHUKET
PACK your bathing suits, at phuket, I would stay a few days to enjoy the coast line of Thailand. Phuket is know for their coastline and its the largest Thai island.
The following are some following highlight places in Phuket.
- Nui Beach
- Big Buddha
- Samet Nagshe Viewpoint
Following recommend restaurants to visit in phuket
- Three Monkeys Restaurant
- Tree Bay Clubhouse
- A Blanket and a Pillow
- On the Rocks
- Cafe Phuket
Stop 2: Phi Phi Island + Krabi
After a few days in Phuket, its not time to leave yet. Spend your last few days island hopping at the phi phi islands. There are few excursion around the coast line of Phuket where you can rent a boat or have a boat take you around the phi phi islands. It is recommended to travel the different islands near by phi phi island to get the full experience of the Thai islands. Phi phi island has the one of the bluest waters in Asia and it is a great spot to take uncanny instagram photos. After exploring the phi phi islands, take a boat to Krabi and end your coastal Thai trip there. Krabi is the best city for coral diving and is known for breath taking beaches, islands and scenic views.
Stop 3: Chaing Mai
The fun doesn’t stop here. Finally, after visiting phuket and island hopping at phi phi island take your trip up to Chaing Mai. A must to in Chain Mai is the lantern festival that happen’s once a year. Spend at least 1 -2 days here enjoying the lantern festival, you can go to either one or both days of the festival.
While also in Chaing Mai visit the following:
- Pha Chor
- Baan Kang Wat
- Old City Temples
- One Nimman
- Mae Kampong Village
- Ying Yong Flower Garden
- Try Khao Soi
Stop 4: Chaing Rai
After spending your once in a life time experience, head over to Chaing Rai for a day or two. The must place you need to visit here is the Wat Rong Khun. A beautiful white all white temple. This temple is not even finished yet, it is said to be finished in 2060.
Stop 5: Bangkok
Finally, conclude your trip at the heart of Thailand, Bangkok. Visit as many places as you can and eat as much good food as you want. Bangkok, the capital of Thailand is very cheap in transportation and has lots of great food everywhere. Below are some places to try.
- The Erawan Museum
- LV Museum
- Miltoatshouse
- Tom Yam Mama Noodles
- Jae Wan
- Brekkie Organic Cafe
- Sala Rattankosin
- Grand Palace
- Lacol Bangkok
- Wat Pho
- Icon Siam Rooftop
- Customize Suit at Sukhumvit
- Roast
- Tichuca Rooftop Bar
- Bubble in the Forest
- Khao San Road
- Coco XO
Enjoy your trip and safe travels!
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