Khao Sok National Park
Ultimate Southeast Asia: Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Thailand
23 days
from US$4,600 per person
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Thailand rewards curiosity, whether you're sharing a cooking class with a family in Chiang Mai or drifting across Cheow Lan Lake in Khao Sok.
Thailand moves easily between temples, jungle and sea. In Bangkok, start at the Grand Palace and Wat Pho, home to a 46m reclining Buddha, then explore the canals and markets by long-tail boat. Head north to the ruined temples of Ayutthaya and the old Lanna capital of Chiang Mai, where monks still walk the morning alms round. In the south, stay in a floating bungalow on Cheow Lan Lake in Khao Sok National Park before slowing down on the beaches of Phuket, Krabi or little Koh Mook.
Our local experts know which elephant sanctuaries let the animals roam and bathe freely instead of offering rides, and which night markets serve the best khao soi. They can also book you a ringside seat for Muay Thai at Bangkok's Rajadamnern Stadium. Thai families, ethical elephant sanctuaries and small businesses earn more when you plan with them directly.
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Best time to visit
Cool, dry season: November to March, across most of the country
Andaman coast beaches: November to April, for Phuket, Krabi and Khao Sok
Destination highlights
Spend a night at an ethical elephant sanctuary near Chiang Mai, where you can watch the elephants feed and bathe in the river. In Khao Sok National Park, kayak between limestone karsts on Cheow Lan Lake and sleep in a floating raft house. Ride the train through the Maeklong Railway Market, walk the Bridge over the River Kwai in Kanchanaburi, then finish with snorkeling around the islands off Phuket.
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Frequently asked questions about Thailand
The cool, dry months from November to March are the most comfortable time to visit, with clear skies in Bangkok, Chiang Mai and on the Andaman coast. April and May are the hottest months. The monsoon brings heavy showers from about June to October, but the countryside is green, and Gulf islands such as Koh Samui often stay drier until the fall.
Thai is the official language, written in its own script. English is widely spoken in hotels, restaurants and tourist areas, and city road signs often include English. A few words go a long way: sawasdee (hello) and khop khun (thank you), followed by ka or krap depending on whether the speaker is a woman or a man.
Not for short tourist stays. US citizens can enter Thailand visa-free for tourism for up to 30 days (the limit was reduced from 60 days in September 2026). Your passport should be valid for at least six months, and all visitors must complete the online Thailand Digital Arrival Card within three days before arrival. Check current entry requirements before you travel.
Thailand uses the Thai baht (THB). Cards are widely accepted in hotels, malls and larger restaurants, but you'll need cash for street food, markets, tuk-tuks and temple donations. ATMs are easy to find in towns and cities, though less common on the smaller islands.
Thailand is in Southeast Asia, bordered by Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia and Malaysia, with coastlines on the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea. It is the only country in the region never colonized by a European power. Most visitors arrive at Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, the capital, with short domestic flights to Chiang Mai, Phuket and Krabi.
Thailand is a popular and well-established destination. Take the usual care with valuables in busy areas, be wary of strangers who say a sight is closed and suggest a shop instead, and follow local advice at sea during the monsoon. The monarchy is protected by strict laws, so always speak respectfully about the royal family. Read the latest US travel advisory before you travel.
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