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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in Thailand

280 tours  ·  from $15 a head

Anything with a guide, a boat or a minibus attached, gathered in one place. The 15 below are the ones worth giving a whole day to, priced and timed, with everything else underneath.

From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Temples Guided Tour with Lunch - Wat Chaiwatthanaram and its Khmer-style towers
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From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Temples Guided Tour with Lunch

1.From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Temples Guided Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 10,535 reviews · 7 hours · from $28Our pick

Visit four major Ayutthaya ruins in seven hours, including Wat Mahathat’s Buddha head in the Bodhi roots and the royal temple Wat Phra Sri Sanphet. Guides such as Paul, AJ, Philip, and Mindy lead the history-focused tour. Choose Bangkok pickup or meet in Ayutthaya, then return to central Bangkok.

“Ive decided for the tour instead of going by myself and it was the right thing! Great explanations from the guide Kelly, who walked us through centuries of Thailand history.”

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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon National Park Eco-Friendly Tour - The Twin Pagodas and their wide mountain views
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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon National Park Eco-Friendly Tour

2.Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon National Park Eco-Friendly Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,667 reviews · 9 hours · from $46

Spend nine hours exploring Doi Inthanon with an English, French, Spanish, or Japanese-speaking guide. Visit Thailand’s highest point, walk the 360-meter Ang Ka boardwalk, see the Twin Pagodas and Wachirathan Waterfall, then meet a hill community and try locally brewed coffee. Pickup is optional, and meeting-point bookings can be made the same day.

“loved our guide bananas, so knowledgeable and friendly made sure we were all taken care of throughout the day. would highly recommend, we went to places that would be difficult without the expert help”

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Bangkok Canal Tour: 2-Hour Longtail Boat Ride - Wat Paknam and the giant golden Buddha
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Bangkok Canal Tour: 2-Hour Longtail Boat Ride

3.Bangkok Canal Tour: 2-Hour Longtail Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,909 reviews · from $37

Meet near Wat Pho, cross the Chao Phraya River, and cruise Thonburi’s klongs by traditional longtail boat. You’ll stop for about 30 minutes at Baan Silapin, pass Wat Paknam’s giant golden Buddha, and return after roughly two hours. Guides such as Joe, Bella, Fern, and Yohan have earned praise, but commentary quality can vary.

“Great intro to Bangkok. Good to do at 4:30 as you catch the sunset. Yes, it has its touristy things, but we are tourists. We were lucky as the locks were open so no wait and we went back a different route,”

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Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary & Waterfall Group Tour - Meeting the rescued elephants at Pon Elephant Thailand
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Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary & Waterfall Group Tour

4.Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary & Waterfall Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 5,780 reviews · 7 hours · from $50

Travel about 80 minutes from Chiang Mai to Pon Elephant Thailand in Mae Wang. Feed, touch, and walk beside rescued elephants, learn their stories from an English-speaking guide such as Beer, Yaya, or Nop, and help cool them in the river. After lunch, hike to Mae Wang Waterfall for a swim or a cool break.

“Beer was such a great tour guide & very patient! Knowledgeable & welcoming. Our group had such a great time, awesome experience!!! WooHoo shout out to Beer!!! Until next time :)”

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Chiang Mai: Cooking Class, Market & Thai Herbs Garden Tour - Choosing dishes that fit your appetite
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Chiang Mai: Cooking Class, Market & Thai Herbs Garden Tour

5.Chiang Mai: Cooking Class, Market & Thai Herbs Garden Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 4,824 reviews · 3h 30m · from $31

Spend 210 minutes with Thai Cottage Home Cookery School, visiting a local market, picking herbs, making curry paste, and cooking several Thai dishes. English-speaking instructors such as Wave, Tu, Flook, Kat, and Balloon guide you through the class. Hotel transfers cover stays within 3 km of Chiang Mai Old Town.

“Wave was amazing, and excellent English! food we made was devine, can't wait till I can make it again. great experience, I'd recommend 👍”

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Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary Feeding Program Half-Day Tour - The drive south from Chiang Mai
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Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary Feeding Program Half-Day Tour

6.Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary Feeding Program Half-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,527 reviews · 5 hours - 330 minutes · from $27

Spend five hours south of Chiang Mai at Pon Elephant Thailand, where guides such as Pat, Toto, Jackie, and Pan explain elephant care before you prepare herbal treats, feed the animals, walk through the forest, and visit the river. Bathing is never forced, and pickup is optional.

“Sooo amazing! Got to see loads of elephants, get up close with them and bath them in the river! What an amazing experience. The half day was more than enough in my opinion.”

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Bangkok by Private Guide: Full Day Tour In and Around - Wat Pho, the Grand Palace, and Wat Arun
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Bangkok by Private Guide: Full Day Tour In and Around

7.Bangkok by Private Guide: Full Day Tour In and Around

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,323 reviews · from $72Top rated

Spend about eight hours with a licensed English-speaking guide who shapes the day around your interests. Choose temples, markets, canals, museums, shopping, or local food, then move around Bangkok by BTS, ferry, taxi, or tuk-tuk at your own expense. Guides such as Yuut, Oakky, Kiki, Apple, and TK are frequently requested.

“We had so much fun on this tour! Kung was a great guide! She was super patient and adapted to what we wanted to do throughout the day! Take this tour, you cannot miss out!”

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Bangkok: City Highlights Temple and Market Walking Tour - Meeting at River City Bangkok
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Bangkok: City Highlights Temple and Market Walking Tour

8.Bangkok: City Highlights Temple and Market Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,990 reviews · from $42

Meet at River City Bangkok and travel by local transport to the Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha Temple. Depending on your chosen option, continue to Wat Pho and Wat Arun, with market stops along the way. Small groups of up to 10, drinking water, entrance fees, and an English or German-speaking guide are included.

“Loved the tour. Guide Mina was fabulous. Lots of information and interaction. We really enjoyed jumping on and off local transport. Palace and temples were really interesting and so so beautiful.”

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Half-Day Railway Market and Floating Market Tour in Thailand - What the railway stop feels like on the ground
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Half-Day Railway Market and Floating Market Tour in Thailand

9.Half-Day Railway Market and Floating Market Tour in Thailand

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,924 reviews · from $32

Ride a local train into Maeklong Railway Market, watch vendors clear the tracks, then cruise Damnoen Saduak Floating Market by boat. This 7 to 8 hour Bangkok tour includes hotel pickup, transport, an English-speaking guide, and groups of no more than 15. Guides such as Tanya, Patty, Victor, and Sara are praised for clear organization and friendly help.

“An unforgettable experience! The Railway Market was incredible to see as the train passed right through the stalls, and the Floating Market was colorful, lively, and full of delicious food and local culture. Everything was well organized, informative, and fun from start to finish. A must-do tour in Bangkok!”

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Bangkok by Night: Temples, Markets and Food Tuk-Tuk Tour - The first ride through Thonburi
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Bangkok by Night: Temples, Markets and Food Tuk-Tuk Tour

10.Bangkok by Night: Temples, Markets and Food Tuk-Tuk Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,752 reviews · from $79

Spend four hours exploring Bangkok after dark by tuk-tuk, from Wongwian Yai street snacks and Wat Prayurawongsawat to the 24-hour flower market, Old City landmarks, and Chinatown dessert. Guides such as Sasa, Tony, Kevin, and Jazzie lead small groups or private tours. Dinner, drinks, snacks, and drop-off are included.

“This was by far one of the best tours I’ve ever been on! It was fabulous and filled with sights, food, and experiences. Very well organized and informative. I loved it and it appears everyone on our tour did as well. Our guide Nylan was outstanding!”

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Koh Tao: Islands Snorkeling Highlights Day Tour & Lunch - Shark Bay is the final chance for turtles and reef sharks
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Koh Tao: Islands Snorkeling Highlights Day Tour & Lunch

11.Koh Tao: Islands Snorkeling Highlights Day Tour & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,742 reviews · 7 hours · from $27

Spend seven hours circling Koh Tao with Sangthong Tour, starting at Koh Nangyuan’s viewpoint and Japanese Reef Garden. You’ll snorkel Mango Bay, Hin Wong, Aow Leuk, and Shark Bay, with Thai lunch, fruit, gear, hotel pickup, and free underwater photos included. The crew speaks English and Thai and helps point out turtles, reef sharks, and colorful fish.

“a must do activitiy in Koh Tao. competent team and guide. very fun and well planned trip and worth every penny.”

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Bangkok: Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun Guided Tour - Meeting at Tha Chang and Getting Oriented
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Bangkok: Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun Guided Tour

12.Bangkok: Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,632 reviews · 5 hours · from $24Best value

See Bangkok’s Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun with an English-speaking guide in a group of up to 10. You’ll visit the Emerald Buddha, the 46-meter Reclining Buddha, and Wat Arun by boat. Guides such as Sunday, Betty, CK, Eve, and Guitar add history, humor, and useful photo tips. Temple entrance fees are extra.

“Our guide, Guitar, who is from the area, spoke excellent English. He knew the perfect spots for the most beautiful photos and shared the history of the Royal Family and the temples in a captivating and engaging way. Highly recommended!”

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Krabi: Tiger Cave Temple, Emerald Pool and Hot Springs Tour - Emerald Pool: the best early stop
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Krabi: Tiger Cave Temple, Emerald Pool and Hot Springs Tour

13.Krabi: Tiger Cave Temple, Emerald Pool and Hot Springs Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,616 reviews · 9 hours - 570 minutes · from $59

Spend nine hours with an English-speaking guide such as Arun, AB, Tan, or Oly, visiting Krabi’s Emerald Pool, Blue Lagoon, hot springs, and Tiger Cave Temple. Expect a comfortable air-conditioned van, a group of up to nine, included entry fees, glass-bottle drinking water, and a steep 1,200-plus-step climb.

“Everything was perfect! Thank you Arun for that amazing trip :)”

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Koh Samui: Half-Day Island Highlights Tour with Hotel Pickup - Wat Plai Laem and the island’s Chinese influence
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Koh Samui: Half-Day Island Highlights Tour with Hotel Pickup

14.Koh Samui: Half-Day Island Highlights Tour with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,556 reviews · 5 hours · from $27

Explore Koh Samui by air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking guide, visiting Wat Plai Laem, Big Buddha, Lad Koh Viewpoint, Hin Ta and Hin Yai Rocks, Wat Khunaram, and Na Muang Waterfall. Add an ethical, no-riding elephant camp visit for an extra fee. Guides such as Yai, Sunny, Ice, and Elsa are praised for lively cultural explanations.

“Yai was an excellent guide in bus #1, would recommend this tour as a way to see all of the main tourist sites in Koh Samui.”

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From Phuket: Phang Nga Bay and Canoeing Tour by Big Boat - Panak Island: caves, cliffs, and the first paddle
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From Phuket: Phang Nga Bay and Canoeing Tour by Big Boat

15.From Phuket: Phang Nga Bay and Canoeing Tour by Big Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,528 reviews · 10 hours · from $53

Spend 10 hours cruising from Phuket to Panak Island, Hong Island, and James Bond Island on a roomy two-story boat. Local canoe guides take you through caves and quiet lagoons, while guides such as Ohma, Bobby, Tony, and James keep the day moving. Expect buffet lunch, drinks, hotel transfers, and time for swimming.

“Excellent value for the money. Delicious food, incredible entertainment while on the boat, awesome kayaking activities, and the stops were organized and well timed. This trip had it all. Only thing I think should be improved is the transfer from the boat to the james bond island via the large long tail boat. That thing was falling apart and fell unsafe. People had to walk along super narrow edges to get to their seats. Fine for young people but dangerous for older or people with poor mobility or balance. Anyway, best way to spend a day while in Phuket.”

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