Thailand 7 Days Travel Itinerary

Here’s a detailed 7-day Thailand travel itinerary from New York, covering Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Phuket for a mix of culture, adventure, and relaxation.

Thailand 7-Day Itinerary (From New York)

Destinations: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket
Best For: First-time travelers, culture, adventure, beaches
Flight Duration: NYC to Bangkok ~20-22 hours (including layovers)

Day 1: Fly from New York to Bangkok

• Flight: Depart from JFK/EWR (usually 1-2 layovers in Doha, Dubai, Tokyo, or Seoul)
• Time Zone Adjustment: Thailand is 12 hours ahead of NYC
• Arrival: Late night or early morning on Day 2

Day 2: Arrive in Bangkok – Temples & Markets

• Morning:
  • Arrive in Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi Airport – BKK)
  • Check-in at the hotel (Sukhumvit/Silom area recommended)
  • Breakfast at On Lok Yun (classic Thai breakfast)
• Afternoon:
  • Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)
  • Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha)
  • Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) via ferry
• Evening:
  • Dinner at Raan Jay Fai (Michelin-starred Thai street food)
  • Visit Asiatique Night Market or enjoy drinks at Sky Bar

Day 3: Bangkok to Chiang Mai – Elephants & Night Bazaar

• Morning:
  • Flight to Chiang Mai (~1.5 hrs)
  • Check-in at the hotel (Old City or Nimmanhaemin area recommended)
• Afternoon:
  • Visit Elephant Nature Park (ethical elephant sanctuary)
• Evening:
  • Explore Chiang Mai Night Bazaar or Sunday Walking Street
  • Try Khao Soi (Northern Thai coconut curry noodle) at Khao Soi Khun Yai

Day 4: Chiang Mai – Doi Suthep & Adventure

• Morning:
  • Sunrise at Doi Suthep Temple (great city views)
  • Breakfast at a local café
• Afternoon (Choose One Adventure):
  • Zip-lining at Flight of the Gibbon
  • Hiking in Doi Inthanon National Park
  • Thai cooking class at a local farm
• Evening:
  • Dinner at Dash! Restaurant & Bar
  • Relax at THC Rooftop Bar or get a Thai massage

Day 5: Chiang Mai to Phuket – Beach Time

• Morning:
  • Flight to Phuket (~2 hrs)
  • Check-in at a beachfront hotel (Patong, Kata, or Karon Beach)
• Afternoon:
  • Relax at Patong Beach or Kata Beach
• Evening:
  • Sunset at Promthep Cape
  • Dinner at La Gritta (ocean-view Italian-Thai fusion)
  • Explore Bangla Road nightlife or visit a beach club

Day 6: Phi Phi Islands or Similan Islands Excursion

• Morning:
  • Day trip to Phi Phi Islands (speedboat tour to Maya Bay, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach, Pileh Lagoon)
  • OR Similan Islands (for snorkeling/diving)
• Afternoon:
  • Enjoy lunch on the islands
  • Relax at a secluded beach
• Evening:
  • Return to Phuket, dinner at Kan Eang@Pier (seafood)

Day 7: Phuket to New York – Last Day & Departure

• Morning:
  • Visit Big Buddha or Wat Chalong
  • Explore Phuket Old Town (Instagram-worthy streets & coffee shops)
  • Last-minute shopping at Jungceylon Mall
• Afternoon:
  • Flight from Phuket to Bangkok (~1.5 hrs)
  • Connect to international flight back to NYC

Estimated Budget (Per Person)

• Flights (NYC to Thailand & Domestic): $900 – $1,500
• Hotels (3-4 star): $80 – $150/night
• Food: $20 – $50/day
• Activities & Tours: $200 – $400
• Total: ~$2,000 – $3,500

Tips for Thailand Travel

Best Time to Visit: November – April (cooler & dry)
Currency: Thai Baht (THB), $1 ≈ 35 THB
Transport: Grab app (like Uber), BTS Skytrain in Bangkok
Packing: Light clothes, sunscreen, power adapter (Type A, B, C)

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