10-Day Nature Itinerary in Thailand

1. Day 1: Bangkok
   Wat Arun, 10 minutes (1.3 miles) from The Grand Palace

   Explore the Golden Mount and the Temple of Dawn, two of Bangkok's most famous landmarks.

2. Day 2: Khao Yai National Park
   3 hours (110 miles) from Bangkok

   Explore the lush forests, waterfalls, and diverse wildlife of Thailand's oldest and most scenic national park. Don't miss a visit to the Haew Suwat Waterfall.

3. Day 3: Chiang Mai
   3 hours (86 miles) from Khao Yai National Park

   Take a nature walk through the Doi Suthep-Pui National Park for stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests.

4. Day 4: Pai
   3 hours (83 miles) from Chiang Mai

   Explore the waterfalls, hot springs, and caves of this picturesque mountain town.

5. Day 5: Chiang Rai
   3 hours (112 miles) from Pai

   Visit the stunning White Temple and explore the nearby rice paddies and tea plantations.

6. Day 6: Doi Inthanon National Park
   3 hours (93 miles) from Chiang Rai

   Explore the highest mountain in Thailand, with stunning views of waterfalls, gardens, and stupa temples.

7. Day 7: Phuket
   3 hours (147 miles) from Doi Inthanon National Park

   Visit the lush Khao Phra Thaeo National Park or relax on one of the island's many secluded beaches.

8. Day 8: Phi Phi Islands
   1.5 hours ferry (28 miles) from Phuket

   Explore the idyllic cliffs, bays, and coral reefs of the Phi Phi Islands, including a visit to Maya Bay, made famous by the movie "The Beach."

9. Day 9: Krabi
   2 hours ferry (44 miles) from Phi Phi Islands

   Take a boat tour of the enchanting limestone formations of Phang Nga Bay or hike to the Tiger Cave Temple for scenic views.

10. Day 10: Koh Samui
    3 hours (110 miles) from Krabi

    Relax on a stunning beach like Chaweng or try water sports like snorkeling and diving in the crystal-clear waters of the Gulf of Thailand.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Wat Arun (2 hours, free)
• Khao Yai National Park (1 day, 135 THB)
• Doi Suthep-Pui National Park (1 day, 300 THB)
• Pai (2 days, 1000 THB)
• White Temple (2 hours, free)
• Doi Inthanon National Park (1 day, 300 THB)
• Khao Phra Thaeo National Park (1 day, 200 THB)
• Phi Phi Islands boat tour (1 day, 1000 THB)
• Phang Nga Bay boat tour (1 day, 1500 THB)
• Chaweng Beach (1 day, free)
Total Estimated Costs: 3,435 THB

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, consider adding a visit to the Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai to interact with rescued elephants. If you have less time, you can skip some of the destinations in the itinerary, but make sure to prioritize the national parks for a nature-focused experience.