7-Day Honeymoon Itinerary in Thailand

  • Day 1: Bangkok
    Approximately 45 minutes from Suvarnabhumi Airport

    Begin your honeymoon with a day exploring Bangkok. Visit the Grand Palace and explore the temple of Wat Phra Kaew. Take a boat ride through the city's canals and enjoy the local street food. End your day watching the sunset at Wat Arun.

  • Day 2: Khao Yai National Park
    Approximately 3 hours from Bangkok

    Spend a day immersed in nature at Khao Yai National Park. Hike to the Haew Narok Waterfall, visit the bat cave, and spot wildlife such as elephants, gibbons, and macaques. End your day with a romantic dinner at The Bloom by TV Pool.

  • Day 3: Chiang Mai
    Approximately 7 hours from Khao Yai National Park

    Travel to the charming city of Chiang Mai. Explore the Wat Phra Singh temple, stroll through the Sunday Night Market, and visit the Chiang Mai Night Safari for a unique experience seeing animals in their natural nocturnal habitats.

  • Day 4: Pai
    Approximately 3 hours from Chiang Mai

    Escape the city and head to the quiet town of Pai. Relax in the hot springs, visit the Land Split and taste their homemade juices, and end your day at the Pai Canyon watching the sunset.

  • Day 5: Koh Samui
    Approximately 4 hours from Pai

    Take a flight to the island of Koh Samui. Lounge on the beaches, snorkel in the clear waters, and visit the Na Muang Waterfall. In the evening, experience a romantic dinner on the beach at RockPool Beach Cafe & Bar.

  • Day 6: Koh Tao
    Approximately 2 hours from Koh Samui

    Embark on a day trip to the smaller island of Koh Tao. Experience its world-renowned snorkeling and diving sites, visit the Chumphon Pinnacle, and enjoy the beaches.

  • Day 7: Bangkok
    Approximately 1 hour from Suvarnabhumi Airport

    End your honeymoon where you started, exploring more of Bangkok or visiting any sites you missed on the first day. Have a final dinner at Gaggan Anand, one of the best restaurants in the world.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Grand Palace (2-3 hours, ฿500)
  • Wat Phra Kaew (1-2 hours, ฿500)
  • Wat Arun (1-2 hours, ฿50)
  • Khao Yai National Park (1 day, ฿400)
  • The Bloom by TV Pool (2-3 hours, ฿2,000)
  • Wat Phra Singh(1-2 hours, ฿20)
  • Sunday Night Market (2-3 hours, free entry)
  • Chiang Mai Night Safari (2-3 hours, ฿800)
  • Pai Canyon (1-2 hours, free entry)
  • Na Muang Waterfall (1-2 hours, ฿30)
  • RockPool Beach Cafe & Bar (2-3 hours, ฿800)
  • Chumphon Pinnacle (1-2 hours, ฿2,000)
  • Gaggan Anand (2-3 hours, ฿8,000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ฿14,700 (excluding flights and accommodations)

Transportation

Transportation options include hiring private vans, taxis, or renting a car. Flights between destinations can also be booked. Travel times between destinations can vary depending on traffic. Costs for transportation can range from ฿500 to ฿5,000 depending on the transportation and distance traveled.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a trip to Ayutthaya to see ancient Buddhist temples. If you have less time, consider omitting Koh Tao and adding another day to Bangkok to explore more of its attractions. Be sure to research Thai customs and beliefs to ensure respectful and appropriate behavior.

Airports

Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is Thailand's largest airport, located about 25 kilometers east of downtown Bangkok. Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is another popular airport, located about 24 kilometers north of Bangkok. Samui International Airport (USM) is located on the island of Koh Samui and receives both international and domestic flights.

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