Thailand · 1-DAY TOURS

The 15 Best 1-Day Tours in Thailand

41 tours  ·  from $23 a head

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 1-day tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

From Bangkok: Ayutthaya & Ayothaya Floating Market Day Trip - Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon and its reclining Buddha
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From Bangkok: Ayutthaya & Ayothaya Floating Market Day Trip

1.From Bangkok: Ayutthaya & Ayothaya Floating Market Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6,084 reviews · 8 hours · from $48Our pick

Spend eight hours visiting Ayutthaya’s major temple ruins, including Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon, Wat Mahathat, and Wat Phra Sri Sanphet. An English- or Thai-speaking guide such as Jenny, Max, Alex, or Boy leads the day, with air-conditioned transport from Robinson Sukhumvit and free time at Ayothaya Floating Market.

“I lost my phone during our trip and I tracked it using my spare phone. Gladly, Max, our tourist guide helped me to recover my phone. It was found by a staff member of McDonald’s at Robinson. Thank you so much for the concern Max as well as our day tour tourist guide. My first tour was a memorable experience!”

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Krabi: Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch - Chicken Island brings the first snorkeling stop
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Krabi: Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch

2.Krabi: Premium 4-Island Day Trip by Longtail Boat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,812 reviews · 6 hours · from $39

Spend six hours visiting Chicken Island, Koh Tup, Koh Poda, and Phra Nang Cave Beach by longtail boat. You get hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, fruit, water, and Thai lunch. Guides such as Toy and Luna are known for warm, attentive service. Choose a shared or private trip, with early and sunset options for private groups.

“The tour was appreciated we visited the 4 Islands. Our guide was kind. The Captain successfully brought us to a snorkeling spot where we saw fish. The tour is really regulated but we found the day really rewarding.”

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Krabi: Hong Islands Day Trip by Speedboat with Lunch - The 360 degree viewpoint is the day’s reward
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Krabi: Hong Islands Day Trip by Speedboat with Lunch

3.Krabi: Hong Islands Day Trip by Speedboat with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,952 reviews · 6 hours · from $43

Sea Eagle Tour takes you from Krabi, Ao Nang, or nearby beaches to Hong Island, Pakbia, and Lao Lading by speedboat. Expect swimming, snorkeling, lunch, fruit, a lagoon cruise, and the island’s steep 360 degree viewpoint. Guides such as Fay, Gina, Bayu, and Payu are known for keeping the day friendly and well organized.

“Great trip, great lunch, great views, and even better tour guide (bayu?)! Never felt rushed and had plenty of time at each destination! Would recommend to anyone!”

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Phi Phi Islands Adventure Day Trip w/ Seaview Lunch by V. Marine - Bamboo Island: the first real swim
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Phi Phi Islands Adventure Day Trip w/ Seaview Lunch by V. Marine

4.Phi Phi Islands Adventure Day Trip w/ Seaview Lunch by V. Marine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,295 reviews · from $91Top rated

Spend about nine hours touring Phi Phi by speedboat with guides such as Ray and Sea. Swim at Bamboo Island and Pileh Lagoon, snorkel twice, see Monkey Beach and Viking Cave, visit Maya Bay, and enjoy a Thai buffet at a 4.5-star resort. Hotel transfers, equipment, snacks, and drinks are included.

“The islands look like something from a brochure. They are beautiful. Definitely a must visit. Highly recommended.”

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Phuket: Phi Phi Islands and Maya Bay Day Trip with Lunch - The speedboat ride and the first sea views
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Phuket: Phi Phi Islands and Maya Bay Day Trip with Lunch

5.Phuket: Phi Phi Islands and Maya Bay Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,204 reviews · 6 - 10 hours · from $34

Join Thai Adventure Club for a fast-paced Phi Phi day trip from Phuket. Guides such as Pom, Jimmy, Joe, and their crews lead you to Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, and Zcoco Beach, with snorkeling, buffet lunch, drinks, and hotel pickup options. Expect rough water, busy stops, and a full day at sea.

“I found the tour guides to be very informative, while being friendly and funny at the same time as giving important information. Really enjoyed swimming in Pi Leh Bay and snorkelling on a different side of the island. Managed to see a few monkeys also, although that was a bit quick and not many around. I did enjoy the experience overall, it was a great day out, fantastic people and beautiful views”

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From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Historical Park Guided Day Trip - The morning ride from Bangkok
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From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Historical Park Guided Day Trip

6.From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Historical Park Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,020 reviews · 9 hours - 570 minutes · from $28

Spend nine hours traveling from Bangkok to Ayutthaya with a TripGuru guide such as Jack, Bonnie, TumTum, or Fern. Visit Bang Pa-In Royal Palace, Wat Chaiwatthanaram, Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, and Wat Mahathat, including the famous Buddha head among tree roots. Choose a shared or private trip, with English or Spanish guiding and optional Bangkok hotel pickup.

“Amazing tour! Aoi was super knowledgeable and kind throughout the day. I would definitely recommend.”

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Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak, Train Market & Mahanakhon Day Trip - What the guide adds at Maeklong
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Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak, Train Market & Mahanakhon Day Trip

7.Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak, Train Market & Mahanakhon Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,162 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $23Best value

Meet your English-speaking guide near BTS Asoke at 9 AM, then ride an air-conditioned minibus to Maeklong Railway Market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. You will take a train into the market, cruise the canals by boat, enjoy free time for Thai food and shopping, and finish at Mahanakhon Skywalk if you select that option. Guides such as Kitty, Dom, and Mr Boy are known for helpful local tips.

“Dom was the best guide ever. We showed up extremely early at our meeting point and he was standing there with his sign. Impressive. As the tour progressed he has advised on how best to get around so that we would feel comfortable at the train and floating markets. He gave us enough time to explore on our own but when we seemed confused he was always there to guide us.”

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From Bangkok: Living Green Elephant Sanctuary Day Trip - Arrival, clothing, lunch, and the first briefing
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From Bangkok: Living Green Elephant Sanctuary Day Trip

8.From Bangkok: Living Green Elephant Sanctuary Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,541 reviews · 3 hours - 450 minutes · from $57

Travel from Bangkok to Chonburi’s Living Green Elephant Sanctuary for a guided, no-riding encounter with rescued elephants. Feed them, walk through forest paths, hear each elephant’s story, and join them in the water if conditions allow. Guides such as Lulu, Mod, and Jamboi keep the day informative and fun. Lunch, clothing, equipment, and optional transfers are included.

“I highly recommend Living Green Elephant — not only because you get incredibly close to these amazing, intelligent, and gentle animals, but also because this center is doing important and meaningful work rescuing elephants. From the moment of booking, everything was perfectly organized. We immediately received detailed information via email and WhatsApp. We ordered a hotel pickup, and the driver arrived exactly on time. The park is about 2 hours outside Bangkok, but the journey is absolutely worth it. Upon arrival, we were warmly welcomed with cold water and a tasty lunch. Our instructor, Lulu, was wonderful — kind, professional, and extremely knowledgeable. He explained the mission of the c...”

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Day Trip to Bangkok Floating Market & Maeklong Railway - Riding the long-tail boat to Damnoen Saduak
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Day Trip to Bangkok Floating Market & Maeklong Railway

9.Day Trip to Bangkok Floating Market & Maeklong Railway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,528 reviews · from $30

You’ll ride a long-tail boat to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, browse the canals and market stalls, stop at Buffalo Café, then watch a train pass through Maeklong Railway Market. The group tour costs $30.98, includes transport, water, insurance, and a Chinese or English-speaking guide. Bamboo, Ying, Kat, Tony, and others have led recent departures.

“Love this opportunity to see a couple of historic cultural Thai markets. Well organised and very reasonably priced. Really enjoyed the ‘gondola-type’ boats although quite a few fumes. Beware the toilets at the floating market! Use the toilets nRead more”

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Phuket: Phi Phi Islands and Maya Bay Day Trip with Lunch - The speedboat ride and the first sea views
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Phuket: Phi Phi Islands and Maya Bay Day Trip with Lunch

10.Phuket: Phi Phi Islands and Maya Bay Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 940 reviews · from $50

Spend about eight hours island hopping from Phuket by speedboat. You’ll visit Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Monkey Bay and Khai Island, with swimming, snorkeling, a clear kayak, SUP board, three meals and hotel transfers. Guides such as Nun, Nas and Serena have led departures, though the guide varies.

“Excellent from start to finish Guides were very helpful Food was excellent”

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From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai's Temples Exploration Day Trip - The hot spring makes a gentle first stop
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From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai’s Temples Exploration Day Trip

11.From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai’s Temples Exploration Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 871 reviews · 1 day · from $51

Travel from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai in a small group of up to 12, stopping at a hot spring and three striking temples: Wat Rong Khun, Wat Rong Suea Ten, and the Red Temple. Guides such as Bee, Goi, Phone, and Paul explain Thai culture, handle temple logistics, and often help with photos. Expect a long but well-supported day.

“Perfect tour !! Amazing temples , and the best tour guide , M&M like the chocolates . Tkanks 🙏”

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Krabi: 4 Islands Day Trip by Speedboat Including Lunch Box - Morning pickup and the short ride from shore
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Krabi: 4 Islands Day Trip by Speedboat Including Lunch Box

12.Krabi: 4 Islands Day Trip by Speedboat Including Lunch Box

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 858 reviews · 5h 30m · from $35

This 5.5-hour Sea Eagle Tour links Tup Island, Chicken Island, Poda Island, and Phra Nang Cave Beach by fast, two-engine speedboat. Expect hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, lunch, fruit, water, and an English or Thai-speaking guide. Guides such as Fay, Canteen, James, and Payu have been praised for attentive service and fun island tips.

“James was a good guide and was attentive throughout. A great little tour to get a snapshot of some of the beautiful local islands.”

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Phi Phi Islands Speedboat Day Trip from Phuket with Lunch - Pileh Lagoon and the optional long-tail boat
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Phi Phi Islands Speedboat Day Trip from Phuket with Lunch

13.Phi Phi Islands Speedboat Day Trip from Phuket with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 842 reviews · 9 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $52

This full-day Phuket speedboat trip visits Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, Phi Phi Don, and either Bamboo or Khai Island. Hotel pickup, lunch, drinks, snorkeling gear, and insurance are included. Guides may include Mario, Jimmy, Tanya, Lisa, or King Kong, depending on the departure.

“We really enjoyed the crew that ran this tour. They were informatove and funny. They also played some party music on the boat, which was a plus. The locations we visited were fun and we loved them all. However, we found the two "main attractions", Maya Bay Beach and Phi Phi Don, we didn't get to spend enough quality time at. I felt like I had to run to Maya Bay Beach to soak in every moment. We only had about 10-15 by the time we used the bathroom and fought the crowd to get down there. For Phi Phi Don, if you choose snorkeling, you also won't have much…”

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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park with Kew Mae Pan Hike Day Trip - Thailand’s highest point at 2,565 meters
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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park with Kew Mae Pan Hike Day Trip

14.Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park with Kew Mae Pan Hike Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 841 reviews · 11 hours · from $62

Travel by air-conditioned van from Chiang Mai to Thailand’s highest peak, hike the seasonal Kew Mae Pan Trail, visit the King and Queen Pagodas, taste local coffee, meet Hmong villagers, and see Wachirathan Waterfall. Guides such as Mo, James, Paul, and Yoong add humor and useful local context.

“This is a great trip and good value for money. Our guide Wanida was the highlight. She was very engaging and informative of the history of the area.”

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Phuket: Khai Nok, Khai Nai, and Khai Nui Island Day Trip - From your hotel to AA Marina
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Phuket: Khai Nok, Khai Nai, and Khai Nui Island Day Trip

15.Phuket: Khai Nok, Khai Nai, and Khai Nui Island Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 797 reviews · 4 - 5 hours · from $24

Cruise from Phuket to Khai Nok, Khai Nui, and Khai Nai on a 4 to 5-hour speedboat trip. You get hotel pickup if selected, snorkeling gear, fruit, snacks, and an English-speaking guide. Swim from the boat at Khai Nui, relax on sandy beaches, and feed Khai Nai’s famous cats.

“Everything was perfect ! The team was really good and so care with every one. Perfect 100% recommand ! I will come back definitely next time with them!”

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