10-Day Foodie Itinerary: Bangkok - Phuket - Indonesia

  1. Day 1: Bangkok
    Estimated Travel Time: 45 minutes

    Enjoy a traditional Thai breakfast at Or Tor Kor Market, visit the Grand Palace and eat lunch at Jay Fai for some of the best seafood in the city.

  2. Day 2: Bangkok
    Estimated Travel Time: 30 minutes

    Visit the famous Chatuchak Market and eat your way through the stalls, explore the Erawan Shrine, and have dinner at Gaggan, a world-renowned restaurant that combines Indian and Thai flavours.

  3. Day 3: Bangkok to Phuket
    Estimated Travel Time: 1.5 hours Flight

    Spend the morning in Bangkok at Chinatown to get a taste of Thai-Teochew food before flying to Phuket. Once there, visit Old Phuket Town for some delicious street food, followed by a traditional Thai massage.

  4. Day 4: Phuket
    Estimated Travel Time: 20 minutes

    Visit the iconic Big Buddha statue in the morning, explore the local markets and grab some fresh coconuts, and end the day with a trip to Raya Island for some delicious seafood and a stunning sunset.

  5. Day 5: Phuket
    Estimated Travel Time: 30 minutes

    Start your day with breakfast at the famous Kaewjai Bakery, visit the stunning Wat Chalong temple, and enjoy a leisurely afternoon soaking up the sun and enjoying fresh seafood on Kata Beach.

  6. Day 6: Phuket to Bali
    Estimated Travel Time: 4 hours Flight

    Take a morning flight to Bali and check into your hotel. Visit Ubud Market for some traditional Indonesian food, explore the Tegalalang Rice Terraces, and end the day with dinner at Locavore, a farm-to-table restaurant showcasing Indonesian ingredients.

  7. Day 7: Bali
    Estimated Travel Time: 30 minutes

    Start your morning exploring the Pura Tirta Empul temple, followed by lunch at Ibu Oka, a legendary restaurant serving up succulent Balinese-style pork dishes. In the evening, check out a traditional Kecak dance performance.

  8. Day 8: Bali
    Estimated Travel Time: 1 hour

    Take a day trip to the nearby Nusa Penida island to see the stunning Kelingking Beach and enjoy fresh seafood, followed by sunset drinks at the famous Rock Bar.

  9. Day 9: Bali
    Estimated Travel Time: 30 minutes

    Spend your day relaxing on Seminyak Beach and trying some fresh, innovative cuisine at the award-winning restaurant The Seminyak.

  10. Day 10: Bali
    Estimated Travel Time: Departure day

    Grab some breakfast at Cafe Organic, do some last-minute souvenir shopping, and bid farewell to this beautiful island.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Or Tor Kor Market (1-2 hours, £)
  • Grand Palace (2-3 hours, £)
  • Jay Fai (1-2 hours, £££)
  • Chatuchak Market (2-5 hours, £)
  • Erawan Shrine (1 hour, Free)
  • Gaggan (3-4 hours, ££££)
  • Chinatown (1-2 hours, £)
  • Old Phuket Town (2-3 hours, £)
  • Raya Island (3-4 hours, ££)
  • Kaewjai Bakery (1-2 hours, £)
  • Wat Chalong temple (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Kata Beach (2-3 hours, £)
  • Ubud Market (1-2 hours, £)
  • Tegalalang Rice Terraces (2-3 hours, £)
  • Locavore (3-4 hours, £££)
  • Pura Tirta Empul temple (1-2 hours, £)
  • Ibu Oka (1-2 hours, £)
  • Kecak Dance Performance (1-2 hours, £)
  • Nusa Penida Island (6-8 hours, ££)
  • Rock Bar (2-3 hours, £££)
  • Seminyak Beach (2-3 hours, £)
  • The Seminyak (2-3 hours, £££)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ££££

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting other nearby islands such as Koh Samui or Gili Islands. If you have less time, you can skip a day in Bali and return to Bangkok or Phuket for more food adventures. Remember to pack sunscreen and insect repellent!

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