Duration: 12 nights
Best months: November–April
Country: Thailand
Region: Bangkok · Chiang Mai · Phuket · Koh Yao Noi
A Luxury Thailand Itinerary That Blends Culture, Coast, and Calm
This Luxury Thailand itinerary 12 nights is designed to show you the country in full contrast—city energy, northern heritage, and the kind of island seclusion that truly resets your pace. With private logistics and thoughtful timing, you’ll move from Bangkok’s waterways and markets to Chiang Mai’s temples and countryside, then finish with barefoot luxury across Phuket and Koh Yao Noi. For more ideas, explore our Thailand destination guide.
Thailand, in four chapters—river, rose city, reef, and quiet island
Bustle in Bangkok — Temples, Night Energy, and Floating Markets (4 nights)
Touch down in Bangkok with a smooth VIP-style arrival and settle into The Siam Hotel, Bangkok, perfectly positioned for easy river access and a slower, more elegant start.
Over the next days, you’ll explore the capital in a way that feels lived-in, not rushed—mixing tuk-tuks, bikes, and local transport to stitch together the essentials and the overlooked. Expect time at the Grand Palace and the Emerald Buddha, plus the quieter corners of Old Bangkok, where narrow lanes and canals reveal a softer side of the city.
One evening, head out after dark for a culture-led night route: historic districts, bustling market pockets, local artisans and craftmakers, and Bangkok’s architecture under moonlight—finished with cocktails, street-food tastings, and a glimpse of the city’s more infamous nightlife districts (handled discreetly and tailored to your comfort level).
Then comes a market morning done properly. Drift through Tha Kha Floating Market by wooden paddle boat beneath coconut palms, then continue to the railway markets at Talad Rom Hoob and the canals of Amphawa, where vendors pack up at the sound of an approaching train and waterfront homes grill seafood fresh to order.
Culture in Chiang Mai — Cooking, Monks, Night Markets, and Elephants (4 nights)
A short flight north delivers you to Chiang Mai, once famously hard to reach—and still wonderfully atmospheric once you arrive. Your base is 137 Pillars House, Chiang Mai, a sanctuary-style stay that makes the city feel calm from the moment you check in.
Your days here are balanced by design: learn to cook authentic Thai dishes from scratch, meet local monks at Wat Chedi Luang, and watch the sun drop over the city from Wat Doi Suthep. In the evenings, dip into Chiang Mai Night Market for shopping, street-food bites, and that signature northern Thailand ambience.
One standout day is dedicated to the gentle giants at Patara Elephant Sanctuary, where you’ll learn how to feed and bathe the elephants, and understand the subtle commands and care practices that guide the experience. Finish your Chiang Mai chapter with a countryside cycle—flat roads, mild hills, lush valleys, and mountain views dotted with local shrines.
Your Tropical Hideaway — Phuket’s Secluded Cove and Deep-Blue Days (2 nights)
Next, fly south to Phuket and settle into Trisara, Phuket, perched on a lush hillside above a quiet cove. This is where the itinerary shifts into pure coastal ease: beach time, reef time, and optional diving in renowned waters.
When you want to go beyond the shoreline, explore rainforest trails and look out for tropical birdlife. For the deepest reset, we’ll reserve time at Jara Spa—including the resort’s signature six-hand massage, a full-body exhale that sets the tone for the final stretch.
An Island Escape to Koh Yao Noi — Six Senses Slow-Living and Bay Adventures (2 nights)
For the finale, transfer by car and boat to Koh Yao Noi for Six Senses Yao Noi—a private-pool-villa sanctuary framed by turquoise water and lush tropical hills. Here, every day can be shaped to your rhythm: total rest, or quiet adventure.
For active days, make the most of the diving and snorkelling around Phang Nga Bay, or kayak through mangroves and emerald-green channels. Island-hopping is also within easy reach; a speedboat day trip to Phi Phi Island is a perfect daytime adventure. If your priority is restoration, the spa’s Thai healing practices are unmissable—paired with seasonal cuisine that celebrates organic, homegrown ingredients.
Ready for Something Extraordinary?
Tell us your travel dates, who’s coming (and ages), and the balance you want between temples, markets, elephants, and beach time. We’ll curate the stays, private transfers, and local experts—then deliver a final itinerary with checklists and on-trip support, so every chapter of Thailand flows seamlessly.
Signature Experiences
- Private multi-transport exploration of Bangkok, including Grand Palace and the Emerald Buddha
- A culture-led night route through historic districts, artisans, and market scenes
- Floating-market morning at Tha Kha Floating Market, plus Talad Rom Hoob and Amphawa
- Cooking from scratch in Chiang Mai, plus monk encounters at Wat Chedi Luang
- Sunset views from Wat Doi Suthep and street-food browsing at Chiang Mai Night Market
- Elephant day at Patara Elephant Sanctuary
- Phuket seclusion at Trisara, Phuket with Jara Spa and the signature six-hand massage
- Phang Nga Bay kayaking and a speedboat day trip to Phi Phi Island from Six Senses Yao Noi
Why Travel to Thailand with Escape Xperts
Thailand is easy to visit—but surprisingly hard to sequence well, especially when you’re combining cities, internal flights, and island transfers. Escape Xperts designs the route so it feels natural: the right hotels in the right order, private logistics that remove friction, and guides who add context without overloading your day. Your planning and design fee translates into tangible deliverables—discovery, curated options, thoughtful iterations, and a final itinerary with practical checklists—plus support if plans shift. The result is a trip that feels polished, personal, and genuinely effortless. CREATE TRIP
