7 days : Bangkok

Which Itinerary is Right for You?

Option 1 (Classic Bangkok & Cultural Experience) → Bangkok, Ayutthaya & Kanchanaburi.

Option 2 (Bangkok Off-the-Beaten-Path) → Love exploring hidden gems and local experiences

Option 3 (Bangkok, Pattaya & Nightlife) → High-end experiences, luxury hotels, and fine dining.

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Option 1: Classic Bangkok & Cultural Experience

This itinerary blends history, culture, food, and luxury for a well-rounded Bangkok experience, with day trips to Ayutthaya & Kanchanaburi.

Day 1: Historic Bangkok & Iconic Temples

08:00 Breakfast at Jay Fai (Michelin-star restaurant, famous for crab omelet)

• Pro Tip: Arrive early or book in advance (Open: 09:00-21:00, Closed: Sun & Mon)

09:30 Visit Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha (500 THB, Open: 08:30-15:30)

• Must-See: Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew)

11:30 Visit Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) (200 THB, Open: 08:30-18:30)

• Don’t Miss: Traditional Thai massage at Wat Pho Massage School

13:00 Lunch at Tha Maharaj Riverside (Chic open-air mall with river views)

• Recommended: Savoey (Seafood) or Rongros (Thai cuisine)

14:30 Visit Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) (100 THB, Open: 08:00-18:00)

• Best Photo Spot: Take a boat from Tha Tien Pier to Wat Arun

16:00 Explore Pak Khlong Talad (Flower Market) (Largest flower market in Thailand)

• Unique Experience: Buy a fresh flower garland or take a flower arranging class

19:00 Dinner at a Rooftop Bar

• Vertigo (Banyan Tree Hotel) – 360° city views

• Sky Bar (Lebua Tower) – Featured in The Hangover 2

Day 2: Floating Market & Chinatown

07:00 Visit Damnoen Saduak Floating Market (Most famous floating market, ~1.5 hrs from Bangkok)

• Optional: Rent a private boat (~300-500 THB) for a more relaxed experience

10:30 Explore Maeklong Railway Market (Watch the train pass through the market!)

12:30 Lunch at Amphawa Riverside (Scenic local restaurants along the canal)

• Recommended: Daeng Seafood Restaurant (Famous for grilled river prawns)

15:30 Explore Chinatown (Yaowarat)

• Visit Talad Noi (Hidden alleys with street art & Chinese shrines)

• Check out Sampheng Market (Cheap shopping for souvenirs)

18:00 Street food dinner at a Michelin-star restaurant

• Nai Mong Hoi Tod (Famous for crispy oyster omelet)

• Jeh O Chula (Signature Tom Yum Mama Noodles)

Day 3: Modern Bangkok & Shopping

09:00 Breakfast at Toby’s on Sukhumvit (Trendy brunch spot with great coffee)

10:30 Visit Jim Thompson House (200 THB, Open: 10:00-18:00)

• Don’t Miss: Beautiful Thai silk collections & architecture

12:30 Lunch at Gaggan Anand (Progressive Indian cuisine, 2 Michelin Stars)

14:00 Shopping at Siam Paragon & MBK

• Siam Paragon – Luxury brands & high-end boutiques

• MBK Center – Bargain shopping for electronics & souvenirs

17:00 Visit Mahanakhon Skywalk (880-1,080 THB, Open: 10:00-19:00)

• Highlight: Glass-floored skywalk for an epic sunset view

19:30 Dinner at Asiatique Riverfront

• Baan Khanitha (Traditional Thai fine dining)

• Joe Louis The Art of Thai Cuisine & Thai Puppet Theater

Day 4: Ayutthaya Day Trip

07:00 Drive to Ayutthaya (~1.5 hrs from Bangkok)

09:00 Visit Wat Mahathat (50 THB, Open: 08:00-17:00)

• Famous for: Buddha head in tree roots

11:00 Explore Wat Phra Si Sanphet (50 THB, Open: 08:00-17:00)

• Former royal temple of Ayutthaya Kingdom

13:00 Lunch at a riverside restaurant

• Sala Ayutthaya (Luxury Thai dining with temple views)

15:00 Visit Bang Pa-In Royal Palace (100 THB, Open: 08:00-17:00)

• Highlight: European-style summer palace of the Thai royal family

18:00 Return to Bangkok

Day 5: Bangkok Hidden Gems

09:00 Visit Artist’s House (Baan Silapin)

• Charming 200-year-old house with traditional puppet shows

11:30 Lunch at Thip Samai (Famous for Pad Thai, Michelin Bib Gourmand)

14:00 Explore Bangkok Art & Culture Center (BACC) (Free entry, Open: 10:00-19:00)

16:00 Sunset at Bang Kachao (Green Lung of Bangkok)

• Optional: Rent a bike & explore Sri Nakhon Khuean Khan Park

19:00 Dinner at a Secret Speakeasy Bar

• Havana Social (1950s Cuban-themed bar, password required)

• Rabbit Hole (Award-winning craft cocktails in Thonglor)

Day 6: Day Trip to Kanchanaburi

07:00 Drive to Kanchanaburi (~2 hrs from Bangkok)

09:30 Visit Death Railway & Bridge over the River Kwai

• Learn about World War II history & the Thai-Burma railway

12:00 Lunch at a riverside restaurant

• Keeree Tara Restaurant (Best views of the bridge)

14:00 Explore Erawan Waterfalls (300 THB, Open: 08:00-16:30)

• Swim in turquoise natural pools & hike to all 7 levels

17:00 Return to Bangkok

Day 7: Relaxation & Farewell Dinner

09:00 Breakfast at The St. Regis Bangkok (Luxury brunch with champagne option)

11:00 Spa treatment at a Luxury Spa (1,500-5,000 THB)

• The Oriental Spa (Mandarin Oriental)

• Divana Nurture Spa (Traditional Thai spa experience)

14:00 Shopping at Terminal 21 & Central Embassy

• Terminal 21 – Airport-themed shopping mall with floors designed as different countries

• Central Embassy – Bangkok’s most luxurious shopping mall

18:00 Farewell Dinner at a Rooftop Restaurant

• Vertigo (Banyan Tree Hotel) – Stunning panoramic views

• Sirocco (Lebua Tower) – World-famous rooftop dining experience

Option 2: Bangkok Off-the-Beaten-Path

For travelers who love exploring hidden gems and local experiences.

Day 1: Bangkok Old Town & Food Tour

08:00 Breakfast at On Lok Yun (Famous old-school Thai breakfast café, Open: 06:00-14:30)

09:00 Visit Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha (Ticket: 500 THB, Open: 08:30-15:30)

11:30 Visit Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) (Ticket: 200 THB, Open: 08:30-18:30)

13:00 Lunch at Tha Maharaj Riverside (Various restaurants, Open: 10:00-22:00)

14:30 Visit Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) (Ticket: 100 THB, Open: 08:00-18:00)

16:00 Discover Bangkok’s Secret Cafés in the Old Town

• Wallflowers Café (Hidden floral-themed café in an old shophouse)

• Nana Coffee Roasters (Sawang) (Minimalist specialty coffee shop)

18:00 Street Food Tour in Chinatown (Yaowarat)

• Michelin-Star: Nai Ek Roll Noodles (Open: 08:00-21:00)

• Legendary Roast Duck: Prachak Roasted Duck (Open: 08:00-19:30)

• Sweet Treats: Cheng Sim Ei (Thai-Chinese Desserts)*

Day 2: Floating Market & Local Villages

07:00 Depart for Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market (Open: Sat-Sun, 07:00-17:00, Free entry)

• Boat tour through local canals (Optional: ~100 THB per person)

• Try traditional Thai snacks & fresh seafood

10:30 Visit Taling Chan Floating Market (Smaller, local-style market, Open: Sat-Sun, 08:00-17:00)

12:30 Lunch at a riverside restaurant (e.g., Ploen Ped, famous for roasted duck)

14:00 Explore Talad Noi (Hidden Art & Heritage Quarter)

• Photogenic graffiti & Chinese shrines

• Visit So Heng Tai Mansion (200-year-old Chinese courtyard house)

16:00 Explore Chinatown’s Hidden Alleys

• Visit Sampeng Lane for local textiles & trinkets

• Coffee break at Nahim Café or Mother Roaster

18:00 Dinner at So Heng Tai’s Secret Speakeasy (Exclusive, reservation required)

Day 3: Bangkok’s Green Side (Escape to Nature)

08:00 Breakfast at Woodbrook Café (Riverside eco-friendly café)

09:30 Depart for Bang Kachao – “The Green Lung of Bangkok” (Boat from Klong Toey Pier, 10 THB)

• Rent a bicycle & explore Sri Nakhon Khuean Khan Park (Bike rental: ~50 THB)

• Visit Bangkok Tree House (eco-friendly resort & café)

12:30 Lunch at a Floating Restaurant

• Baan Nam Pak – Traditional Thai food by the river

14:00 Explore Bang Kachao’s Hidden Markets & Temples

• Wat Bang Nam Phueng Nok (Peaceful riverside temple)

• Bang Nam Phueng Floating Market (Weekend market, 08:00-15:00)

16:30 Return to Bangkok

18:00 Dinner at Baan Rim Naam (Authentic Thai cuisine with river views)

Day 4: Bangkok’s Art & Culture

09:00 Breakfast at Gallery Drip Coffee (Art-themed coffee shop inside BACC)

10:00 Visit Jim Thompson House Museum (Ticket: 200 THB, Open: 10:00-18:00)

12:00 Lunch at The Never Ending Summer (Chic riverside restaurant)

13:30 Explore Bangkok Art & Culture Center (BACC) (Free entry, Open: 10:00-19:00, Closed Mon)

• Exhibitions featuring Thai contemporary artists

• Visit ARTIS Café for a creative coffee break

15:30 Discover Hidden Art Galleries in Bangkok

• MOCA (Museum of Contemporary Art) – Ticket: 250 THB

• ATT 19 (Unique art space in a 100-year-old Chinese building)

18:00 Dinner at Rongros (A riverside restaurant with a view of Wat Arun)

Day 5: Day Trip to Khao Yai – Nature & Wine Tasting

06:30 Depart from Bangkok to Khao Yai (Approx. 2.5-hour drive)

09:00 Visit Primo Piazza (Italian-style village with alpacas, Admission: 200 THB, Open: 09:00-18:00)

10:30 Explore PB Valley Khao Yai Winery (Winery tour: 350-700 THB, Open: 08:30-18:00)

12:30 Lunch at a vineyard restaurant (e.g., The Great Hornbill Grill at PB Valley)

14:00 Visit The Bloom by TV Pool (Large flower garden, Admission: 100 THB, Open: 08:00-18:00)

15:30 Explore Khao Yai National Park (Admission: 200 THB, Open: 06:00-18:00)

• Stop at Haew Suwat Waterfall (Famous from The Beach movie)

• Enjoy a short jungle trek (Optional)

18:00 Dinner at a cozy European-style restaurant (e.g., Midwinter Green)

19:30 Depart from Khao Yai back to Bangkok (Arrival around 22:00)

Day 6: Bangkok to Hua Hin – Relaxation & Sightseeing

07:00 Depart from Bangkok to Hua Hin (Approx. 3-hour drive)

10:00 Visit Swiss Sheep Farm (Admission: 150 THB, 09:00-18:00)

11:30 Explore Santorini Park (Admission: 150 THB, 10:00-19:00)

13:00 Lunch at a beachfront seafood restaurant (e.g., Youyen Balcony)

15:00 Visit Hua Hin Railway Station (Historic landmark, Free entry)

16:00 Check in at a luxury beachfront resort (e.g., InterContinental Hua Hin)

17:30 Enjoy sunset at Khao Takiab (Monkey Mountain)

19:00 Dinner at a seaside restaurant (e.g., Let’s Sea Hua Hin)

20:30 Explore Cicada Night Market (Fri-Sun, 16:00-23:00)

Day 7: Beach & Relaxation Before Returning to Bangkok

07:30 Breakfast at the resort

09:00 Relax at Hua Hin Beach (optional: jet skiing, horse riding)

11:00 Visit Maruekhathaiyawan Palace (Admission: 30 THB, 08:30-16:30)

12:30 Lunch at The Venezia Hua Hin (*Italian-style village, Admission: 50-180 THB, 10:00-20:00)

14:00 Explore Plearnwan Vintage Village (Open: 09:00-22:00)

16:00 Depart from Hua Hin back to Bangkok

19:30 Farewell dinner at a rooftop restaurant in Bangkok

Option 3: Bangkok, Pattaya & Nightlife

For travelers who love high-end experiences, luxury hotels, and fine dining.

Day 1: Bangkok Old Town & Food Tour