7-Day Relaxing Itinerary for Thailand

1. Day 1: Bangkok Temples
   1 hour (7 miles) from Suvarnabhumi Airport

   Visit the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), and Wat Pho for a cultural immersion.

2. Day 2: Ayutthaya Historical Park
   1 hour and 45 minutes (50 miles) from Bangkok

   Experience the unique blend of Cambodian, Burmese, and Hindu influences shown in Ayutthaya's ruins.

3. Day 3: Chiang Mai Old City
   1 hour and 15 minutes (23 miles) from Chiang Mai International Airport

   Indulge in Thai cuisine, massages, and handicraft shopping as you stroll through the winding alleys of the old fortified city.

4. Day 4: Mae Rim Elephant Sanctuary
   1 hour and 30 minutes (16 miles) from Chiang Mai

   Experience a unique elephant encounter, feeding, bathing, and interacting with the animals ethically.

5. Day 5: Koh Samui's Beaches
   45 minutes (4 miles) from Samui International Airport

   Enjoy the crystal-clear waters and powdery sand at Chaweng, Lamai, and Bophut beaches.

6. Day 6: Ang Thong Marine Park
   1 hour and 45 minutes (26 miles) from Koh Samui pier

   Explore the uninhabited islands, turquoise lagoons, and lush forests of Ang Thong National Marine Park.

7. Day 7: Bangkok Canals
   1 hour and 15 minutes (10 miles) from Suvarnabhumi Airport

   Cruise along Bangkok's Chao Phraya River and klongs to see Thai riverine life, floating markets, and temples.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Grand Palace (2 hours, 500 baht)
• Wat Phra Kaew (1.5 hours, 500 baht)
• Wat Pho (1 hour, 100 baht)
• Ayutthaya Historical Park (4 hours, 50 baht)
• Chiang Mai Old City (6 hours, 500 baht)
• Mae Rim Elephant Sanctuary (6 hours, 2000 baht)
• Chaweng Beach (3 hours, free)
• Ang Thong Marine Park (8 hours, 2000 baht)
• Bangkok Canals (3 hours, 1000 baht)
• Total Estimated Costs (33 hours, 6650 baht)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a trip to the ancient city of Sukhothai or the nature reserve of Khao Yai. If you have less time, you may skip Ayutthaya or the elephant sanctuary.