8-day honeymoon itinerary in Thailand (July 2023)

1. Day 1: Bangkok
   1 hour (19 miles) from Suvarnabhumi Airport

   Explore the Grand Palace and the Wat Phra Kaew, the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand.

2. Day 2: Bangkok
   30 minutes (7 miles) from Grand Palace

   Visit the Wat Pho, home of the giant Reclining Buddha statue, and take a traditional Thai massage.

3. Day 3: Chiang Mai
   1 hour 15 minutes (41 miles) from Chiang Mai International Airport

   Experience the local culture at the Wiang Kum Kam ancient city and take a stroll at the Chiang Mai Night Bazaar.

4. Day 4: Chiang Mai
   20 minutes (3.5 miles) from Wiang Kum Kam

   Discover the local hill tribe customs at the Baan Tong Luang Eco-Agricultural Village.

5. Day 5: Phuket
   1 hour 45 minutes (43 miles) from Phuket International Airport

   Relax at the beautiful Kata Beach or stroll along the Promthep Cape for a stunning sunset view.

6. Day 6: Phuket
   30 minutes (9 miles) from Kata Beach

   Explore the Phang Nga Bay by boat, including the iconic James Bond Island and Tarzan Cave.

7. Day 7: Koh Samui
   20 minutes (4 miles) from Samui International Airport

   Relax on the Lamai Beach and take a refreshing dip at the Namuang Waterfall.

8. Day 8: Koh Samui
   25 minutes (8 miles) from Lamai Beach

   End the trip with a relaxing day at the Lipa Noi Beach and enjoy a spectacular sunset view.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Grand Palace (2-3 hours, THB 500)
• Wat Phra Kaew (1-2 hours, THB 500)
• Wat Pho (1-2 hours, THB 200)
• Chiang Mai Night Bazaar (2-3 hours, depends on spending)
• Baan Tong Luang Eco-Agricultural Village (2-3 hours, THB 300)
• Kata Beach (1-2 hours, free)
• Phang Nga Bay (4-6 hours, THB 3,000 for boat rental)
• Namuang Waterfall (1-2 hours, THB 100)
• Lipa Noi Beach (1-2 hours, free)
Total Estimated Costs: THB 4,100

Useful Tips

For more adventurous activities, consider adding an elephant sanctuary or a cooking class in Chiang Mai. If you have more time, hop on a plane to visit the stunning temples of Ayutthaya. If you have less time, you can skip Koh Samui and spend more days in Bangkok or Phuket.