Bangkok, Phuket, and Pattaya 8-day Itinerary

1. Day 1: Explore Bangkok's Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew
   Located in the heart of Bangkok city center

   Admire the stunning Thai architecture, and learn about the history of the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew.

2. Day 2: Visit Wat Arun and The Temple of the Reclining Buddha
   A 20-minute boat ride from the Grand Palace

   Explore the temple of dawn and marvel at the intricately decorated Buddha temple, and visit the beautiful Reclining Buddha and the Thai traditional massage school complex.

3. Day 3: Relax on Phuket's Patong Beach
   A 1-hour flight from Bangkok to Phuket

   Sunbathe on the beach's soft sand, enjoy a dip in the Andaman Sea, savor Thai cuisine, and visit the many shops and markets for souvenirs.

4. Day 4: Stroll Through Phuket Old Town
   A short Uber ride from Patong Beach

   Explore the Sino-Portuguese colonial architecture, street art, and indulge in the vibrant street food scene.

5. Day 5: Travel to Pattaya's Sanctuary of Truth
   A 4-hour taxi ride from Phuket to Pattaya

   Wander the temple's intricate wooden carvings and admire the peaceful ocean view from the grounds.

6. Day 6: Relax on Pattaya's Beaches
   A 15-minute taxi ride from the Sanctuary of Truth

   Spend the day soaking up the sun on these beautiful, long beaches.

7. Day 7: Visit Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden
   A 30-minute drive from Pattaya Beach

   Stroll through one of the world's largest botanical gardens, watch traditional Thai dances, and visit a replica of a traditional Thai village.

8. Day 8: Departure from Pattaya
   A 1.5-hour taxi ride from Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden to Bangkok Airport

   Departure for the next destination.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew (3 hours, 500 THB)
• Wat Arun and The Temple of the Reclining Buddha (4 hours, 120 THB)
• Patong Beach (full day, free admission)
• Phuket Old Town (4 hours, free admission)
• Sanctuary of Truth (3 hours, 500 THB)
• Pattaya Beaches (full day, free admission)
• Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden (4 hours, 500 THB)
Total Estimated Costs: 2,240 THB (~$70 USD)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider island hopping around Phuket, visiting Chiang Mai or Khao Yai National Park. If you have less time, consider skipping Pattaya or Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden. Remember to dress appropriately when visiting temples and remove your shoes before entering a temple building.