Things to do in Thailand
Bamboo Island Krabi7 optionsZiplining9 optionsKoh Samui Snorkeling Tour24 optionsGrand Palace Tours45 optionsBoat Tour Phuket107 optionsBangkok City Tour11 optionsDay Trips from Bangkok24 optionsPhang Nga Bay Tours26 optionsSnorkeling Phuket28 optionsBangkok Boat Tour55 optionsZiplining8 optionsJames Bond Island Tours32 options
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Phuket: Phi Phi & Khai Islands Speedboat Tour with LunchYou’ll swim at Maya Bay’s famous beach, snorkel among colorful fish near Viking Cave, spot cheeky monkeys at Monkey Beach, eat lunch overlooking Phi Phi Don, and relax on Khai Island’s soft sand—all with a local guide who keeps things easygoing. It’s a day full of saltwater hair, laughter, and those little moments you don’t expect.
Bangkok Food Tour: 15+ Tastings in Old Siam with Boat & Tuk TukThis 4-hour food tour in Bangkok starts with a khlong boat ride into Old Siam, then moves by tuk tuk and foot through backstreets and Nang Loeng Market to taste 15+ street foods at family-owned vendors. A professional foodie guide leads groups of no more than 8, and the tour includes boat ticket, tuk tuk ride, bottled water and soft drinks. The route ends outside the market in Bangkok's old town.Is it for me?Book this if you want a boat-and-foot combination through a less-touristy market district, rather than a walking-only tour—the khlong ride adds a different angle on Old Bangkok's layout.
Phi Phi Islands Speedboat Tour from Phuket: Maya Bay & snorkelingA full-day speedboat tour from Phuket to the Phi Phi Islands and Khai Islands in Ao Phang Nga National Park, with snorkeling at Pileh Lagoon and Phi Phi Don, a stop at the world-famous Maya Bay, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off included. The tour runs 9 to 12 hours depending on sea conditions and your selected option; Maya Bay closes annually from August 1 to October 1 for environmental restoration, during which the boat passes nearby for photos instead. Snorkeling equipment, life jackets, an English-speaking guide, and travel accident insurance are included; national park fees (400 THB per adult, 200 THB per child) are paid at departure.Is it for me?Book the Standard or Comfort option if you want the core Phi Phi experience—Maya Bay, Pileh Lagoon, and snorkeling—without adding extra islands. Choose the Catamaran option if you prefer a larger, more stable vessel and want free fins with your deposit. Add Bamboo Island if you'd rather spend time on a quieter beach than the Khai Islands, or pick the Khai Island option if you want the choice of water sports and beach services on-site.
Thai Cooking Class in Chiang Mai: Market to TableThe Rice Barn Thai Cooking Farm in Chiang Mai is a hands-on cooking class where you shop at the market with your instructor, then cook five authentic Thai dishes at your own station in an air-conditioned kitchen. The course runs six hours and includes all ingredients, materials, transport and refreshments; you leave with the confidence to remake these meals at home.Is it for me?Book the morning session if you want to shop the market when it is busiest and most stocked; the evening class suits anyone whose schedule runs late. Either way, you spend the full six hours cooking, not watching—each person works at their own station, so the pace is yours and the instruction is live.
James Bond Island day trip from Phuket: Canoeing and cavesA day trip from Phuket combines canoeing through three islands in Phang Nga Bay: Panak Island (known as Diamond Cave for its mineral shine), Hong Island with its enclosed lagoon and heart-shaped sky opening, and the 66-foot vertical pillar of James Bond Island. The tour runs seven hours, includes hotel pickup, a guide in English, Thai or Chinese, lunch, and all canoe equipment; swimming and fresh fruit follow the sightseeing.Is it for me?Most Phang Nga Bay tours run on a fixed schedule with large groups and a long boat ride. This one keeps the group small, starts from your hotel, and spends the day in the water—paddling through caves instead of watching them from a boat seat, which is why the islands stay in your memory instead of behind glass.
Ang Thong Marine Park: Snorkel, Kayak & Emerald Lagoon Small GroupYou board a small speedboat with a maximum of 12 adults and get snorkeling at Koh Wao with guides in the water, a homemade lunch on a beach, guided kayaking through island channels, and a walk to the Emerald Lagoon viewing platform overlooking the archipelago. Hotel pickup and all equipment, meals and fees are included, with return around 5:30pm.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Ang Thong highlights—snorkeling, kayaking, the Emerald Lagoon—without the crowds or the logistics of arranging your own boat and timing. The small group size is what makes personalized guidance and flexible pacing possible in a single day.
Phuket Phi Phi Islands Snorkeling Tour: Speedboat, Lunch & StopsA full-day speedboat snorkeling tour from Phuket to the Phi Phi Islands with an English-speaking guide, taking in Maya Beach, Viking Cave, Monkey Beach and Pileh Lagoon. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned minivan, a buffet lunch with sea views at Ton Sai Bay, snorkeling equipment, and all local taxes. The itinerary and timings shift with tides and weather, so the day adapts to conditions on the water.Is it for me?Choose the hotel pickup option if you want to sleep in your room until the minivan arrives and skip the early trip to the marina yourself. The fixed schedule and included guide mean the day holds together without you building it—you show up, and the stops, the timing and the snorkeling happen on their own rhythm.
Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise Bangkok: Rooftop ViewsA 2-hour evening riverboat dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok aboard a new three-deck vessel with rooftop deck access, international buffet, welcome drink and live Thai classical dance performances. The rooftop is intentionally narrow to keep views clear on both sides of the river; even guests booked indoors can move up to the open deck anytime. The cruise departs at 8 PM and passes Wat Arun, the Grand Palace, Wichai Prasit Fort, Wat Kalayanamit, Asiatique, ICONSIAM and Rama VIII Bridge, all illuminated after dark.Is it for me?Book the rooftop deck if you want the open-air experience and don't mind reserving several days ahead — it fills fast and gives you unobstructed views of both riverbanks. Choose an air-conditioned indoor seat if you prefer climate control or booking flexibility, knowing you can still climb to the rooftop anytime during the cruise to catch the landmarks as they light up.
Koh Samui: Ang Thong Yacht Day with Kayak, Blue Lagoon & SunsetYou’ll kayak through caves to a hidden lagoon in Ang Thong Marine Park, snorkel vibrant reefs at Koh Wao with gear provided, and climb to the Blue Lagoon viewpoint after other tours have left. Relax on deck with Thai fusion lunch and sunset views before returning to Koh Samui — it’s a day full of small surprises and quiet beauty.
Krabi to James Bond & Hong Islands: Speedboat Day Tour Avoiding CrowdsYou’ll skip the usual crowds as you zip by speedboat from Krabi to Hong Islands’ turquoise lagoon, snorkel with help from your guide, eat Thai food on a peaceful beach at Koh Yao Noi, and circle James Bond Island for photos without the chaos. Expect small surprises — like real plates at lunch or hearing your guide joke about old movies — that make it feel personal.
Bangkok: Sukhumvit Thai Cooking Class & Market TourYou’ll shop local markets in Sukhumvit with a Bangkok chef, then cook classic Thai dishes like Pad Thai or green curry in a bright kitchen. Expect laughter, hands-on lessons (and maybe some sticky rice on your fingers), plus recipes to take home so you can relive those flavors long after you leave.
Bangkok: Maeklong Railway & Floating Markets with PickupYou’ll step straight into Bangkok’s wildest markets: feel trains pass within arm’s reach at Maeklong Railway Market before gliding by private boat to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Taste fruits you’ve never heard of, laugh with your local guide over mispronounced words, and catch those moments where chaos turns beautiful—especially as boats crowd together under striped umbrellas.
Bangkok: Floating & Railway Markets, Erawan Falls & River KwaiYou’ll squeeze onto boats at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, ride right through Maeklong Railway Market as stalls scatter before your eyes, sample fresh coconut nectar at a local farm, climb Erawan Falls for a swim in clear pools, and walk across the River Kwai Bridge—all with lunch and hotel pickup sorted for you.
James Bond Island speedboat tour from Phuket: Kayak Hong IslandA full-day speedboat tour from Phuket visits James Bond Island, Hong Island, Panak Island and Panyee Island with an English-speaking guide, lunch, life jackets and sea canoes included. Hotel pickup and drop-off bookend the day; the tour runs seven hours total. Children from age 4 are welcome.Is it for me?The shared speedboat and fixed itinerary mean the day holds together without you planning stops or timing—you board at the pier and the guide handles the route, the caves, the kayaking and the lunch, which suits anyone who wants the islands and the film location without building the day themselves.
Chiang Mai: Evening Street Food Tour with Hotel PickupYou’ll wander Chiang Mai’s lively night markets in a small group, tasting northern Thai street food like coconut dumplings and stewed pork leg. With a local guide helping you order in Thai, you’ll share laughs over new flavors before returning to your hotel full and content—maybe even braver about your next meal.
Chiang Mai: Doi Suthep Sunrise Tour with Ex-Monk & AlmsYou’ll rise before dawn in Chiang Mai for a sunrise tour of Doi Suthep temple with an ex-monk guide—offering alms to monks as their chants fill the air. Enjoy panoramic views above the city, taste local breakfast dishes like khao soi, and explore peaceful jungle temples before most travelers are even awake.
Ayutthaya Temples Tour from Bangkok: Four Ruins with LunchA guided tour of Ayutthaya's four most significant temple ruins departing from Bangkok, with all entrance fees, an English-speaking guide, air-conditioned transport and lunch at a local restaurant included. The tour runs 7.5 hours and covers Wat Lokayasutha (the giant reclining Buddha), Wat Phra Sri Sanphet (the royal palace temple), Wat Mahathat (the Buddha head in the Bodhi tree), and Wat Chaiwattanaram (the riverside complex with Angkor Wat-influenced architecture). Guides are available in English, German or Japanese; pickup from central Bangkok hotels is included with most options.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see Ayutthaya's four most significant ruins without arranging separate transport, entry tickets or a guide—everything is coordinated so the day moves from one temple to the next without gaps or decisions. The fixed itinerary and included lunch mean you're free to focus on the ruins instead of logistics.
Bangkok Dinner Cruise with Thai Cultural ShowThe Sawasdee Chaophraya River Dinner Cruise is a two-hour evening tour departing from ICONSIAM Pier in Bangkok, where you board a three-level luxury ship, eat an international buffet, and watch live traditional Thai dance, Muay Thai performances and Khon masked dance while passing illuminated landmarks including Wat Arun and the Grand Palace. The ship has an elevator, making it accessible for guests with mobility needs or traveling with infants in strollers. Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages are available for purchase; transportation to and from the pier is not included but public transit options are nearby.Is it for me?Choose the Sky Deck if you want to be in the middle of the live performances and music; pick a lower deck if you prefer to eat without the energy of the shows happening around you — both give you the same river views and buffet, just a different atmosphere for the evening.
James Bond Island Phang Nga Bay: Big Boat, Sea Cave Canoeing & LunchYou're picked up from your Phuket hotel and taken to Phang Nga Bay, where you canoe through sea caves at Panak and Hong Islands, swim and paddle board at Nakae Island, and visit James Bond Island with a short trek to the viewpoint. Lunch, all entrance fees, guide, and transport back are included; the day runs about eight to nine hours total, and groups stay small enough that the canoeing doesn't feel like a queue.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Phang Nga Bay islands and the James Bond Island photo without arranging your own boat, timing the stops, or figuring out which island has the best canoeing — the fixed itinerary handles all of that, and the small group for paddling means you're not fighting a crowd in the caves.
Bangkok: Thai Cooking Class & Morning Market TourYou’ll start with a lively Bangkok market tour to pick out fresh herbs and spices before returning to Tingly Thai Cooking School for hands-on lessons in dishes like Tom Yum Kung, Pad Thai, curry, and mango sticky rice. Expect laughs with your guide, plenty of tasting along the way, and recipes you’ll want to try again back home.
