Thailand · FULL-DAY
The good full-day tours go weeks ahead and the cheap seats go first. Below: 15 to book early, what each includes, and where they differ.
Review of Bangkok’s customizable eight-hour private guide tour, with temple highlights, local transport, food tips, pricing, and booking advice.
“It was an amazing Tour, Kim, the guide was housam. It provided a fantastic day. In 8 hours we managed to see numerous monuments, palaces, and take a traditional boat trip. Not to be missed.”
Explore Phuket’s temples, viewpoints, Old Town, cashew factory, and night market on a small-group tour with hotel pickup.
“Our guide was very sweet and showed us all the good spots. She helped us with the prayer in the temple and took pictures of us. Our transportation was timely and we had a lot of fun. Worth it!”
Review of Phuket’s Khai Islands tour, with snorkeling, short speedboat rides, island time, prices, schedules, transfers, and practical tips.
“We did the day tour which I would always recommend as you get far more time on the island, and it’s £5 more so makes sense. And Bobby our tour guide made sure it was a fun experience and was the perfect guide for the trip :”
Review of Koh Tao’s full-day snorkeling cruise, with turtles, sharks, Koh Nang Yuan, lunch, boat fun, and practical value advice.
“Amazing day tour around Koh Tao snorkelling and visiting Koh Nag Yuan island. The boat was fun with a big slide and rock climbing wall. The highlight was definitely seeing a big sea turtle!”
Review of TripGuru’s small-group Ayutthaya tour from Bangkok, covering temples, Bang Pa-In Palace, transport, costs, guides, and practical tips.
“Ayutthaya day tour from Bangkok offered a great way to see the ancient ruins without much hassle. Reliable transport and a knowledgeable guide took us to main sites like Wat Phra Si Sanphet with its tall chedis and Wat Mahathat's famous tree-entwined Buddha head. Small group size (just 6 of us) meant better photo opps. Heat was tough in the afternoon, but umbrellas were available at each site to provide some much needed shade.”
Review of the early Phi Phi Islands speedboat tour from Krabi, with Maya Bay, snorkeling, lunch, guide support, costs, and practical tips.
“The Phi Phi Islands tour was wonderful. Our guides Tuna and Elena did an excellent job showing us the islands while keeping everyone safe. The route is flexible based on tides and boat traffic, so Maya Bay was our second stop instead of Read more”
Spend a full day cooking Thai food at a Chiang Mai farm, with market shopping, hands-on lessons, lunch, recipes, and hotel pickup.
“I enjoyed cooking with Lili very much. It was lovely day, full of good food, nice fiends and laughing. I will recommend it to everyone who want to try cooking Thai dishes. It's simple!”
Explore Ayutthaya from Bangkok with palace and temple visits, a small group, English guide, transport, and practical costs to know.
“Our guide Coco was so warm and funny, I really enjoyed her leading our group and sharing her knowledge about the various sites. The lunch spot was also very good! A very enjoyable day all in all.”
Spend a full day with elephants near Chiang Mai, including feeding, forest walks, mud baths, Thai lunch, and hotel transfers.
“This is hands down one of the best experiences I've had in Chiang mai. Everyone is very knowledgeable about the elephants and they treat them very well. Also the lunch they provide for you is very delicious 😋. You can't go wrong picking this family for your tour. Thank you again!”
Review of Phi Phi’s $35 full-day longtail tour, covering Maya Bay, Bamboo Island, snorkeling, sunset, costs, timing, and practical tips.
“Fab day . Didn’t expect a storm to make trip home so exciting”
Review of Ao Thalane sea kayaking near Krabi, with mangroves, wildlife, optional Hong Island, guides, food, value, and tide tips.
“Bungchai was an absolutely fabulous guide - great knowledge and infectious laugh!! What a wonderful morning kayak we had! Thank you x”
Review of Khao Yai National Park from Bangkok, with waterfalls, jungle hiking, wildlife tips, transport details, price, and practical advice.
“The tour just visits 2 waterfalls as per the description & you see whatever wildlife pops up along the way. Don't expect to see elephants. We saw deer & monkeys. The first waterfall trek is quite strenuous. They're not joking when they say there're very steep steps! The path to the second is easier but you need to clamber over rocks to get closer. All the same both waterfalls are beautiful. Lunch is at a local place in the national park, not a tourist place so despite it not being included it's not too bad. We were very well hydrated. There was little flexibility for pickup but dropoff was more…”
Review of Phuket’s 3 Khai Islands tour, with snorkeling, family-friendly beaches, half-day and full-day options, lunch, costs, and practical tips.
“guide and other members of speedboat were very attentive and helpful. our guide sorry can't remember her name was very funny and tried her best to keep atmosphere lively 😉 thanks”
Review of Phuket’s Phi Phi and Maya Bay speedboat tour, with food, snorkeling, hotel pickup, three marina options, costs, and practical tips.
“I really enjoyed the day, one of the better tours I’ve been on. The lunch was good too which makes a big difference. You get plenty of water and Pepsi on the boat, and some fruit later on too. There is a small breakfast and pad Thai for free toRead more”
Review of Phuket’s beginner scuba course at Racha Yai, with private instruction, two open-water sessions, meals, transfers, and practical tips.
“An experience that should not be missed on any trip through Phuket!! Easy Air conditioned transfer from hotels, a seamless meet up & boat ride out to the island, and best of all, an incredible experience once you’re there!! Oody my guide felt more like a friend than an instructor, but gave clear direct instructions. I was terrified going in, but loved scuba diving because Oody provided such great direction!! The pics & videos of the beautiful dive were worth it. Could not possibly recommend more!!”
Pick a coast, a kitchen or a temple.
