Thailand 12-Day Tours & Itineraries

Explore 9 trips designed by local kimkim specialists to get ideas for your trip to Thailand.

With our 12-day itineraries in Thailand, you can visit different parts of this beautiful country, try its delicious food, and experience its culture. If you want to hit the can't-miss city sights, natural wonders, and beaches, consider a trip like this highlights itinerary, which takes you from the bustling streets of Bangkok to the quiet shores of Khao Lak. For those most interested in exploring tropical paradises, you might prefer a trip similar to this island-hopping itinerary, where you can partake in a cooking class in Chiang Mai and snorkel in the Similan Islands. If you're planning an escape as a couple, you might opt for something similar to this romantic honeymoon trip, which emphasizes intimate experiences and luxurious stays. 

See our itineraries below or read our guide to the best 12-day trips in Thailand.

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Visit colorful Damnoen Saduak Floating Market just outside of Bangkok
Map of Thailand Authentic Grand Tour - 12 Days
Thailand Authentic Grand Tour - 12 Days

Get to the heart of Thailand on this 12-day tour, from urban neighborhoods to age-old traditions tucked away in the jungles and mountains. The adventure starts in the exotic capital, where your private guide will show you the best Buddhist sites and local eats. You'll visit the country's most unique markets before continuing west to the River Kwai and then north to Chiang Mai. Finish the trip in Phuket for some of the world's best beaches and island scenery.

Hong islands
Map of Thailand Island Hopping - 12 Days
Thailand Island Hopping - 12 Days

Relax on white sand beaches, explore tropical forests, and get away from it all on this 12-day island hopping trip. Begin in Phuket, where jagged limestone caves and deep blue lagoons meet in hidden caves. Continue to Phi Phi and Krabi to soak in the sunshine, snorkel the tropical water, and ride a zipline through the rainforest. End your trip in Loh Dalum Bay with the ultimate adventure—a full day planned by you, from a personal guide to romantic beach picnics!

Beach in Phuket
Map of Romantic Honeymoon Trip to Thailand - 12 Days
Romantic Honeymoon Trip to Thailand - 12 Days

Explore Thailand's natural and historic wonders on this romantic 12-day honeymoon getaway. Eat in Bangkok like a local, visit the Doi Suthep Temple, and make friends with elephants at the Patara reserve. View wildlife and enjoy boat rides in Khaosok, then end in Phuket, where stunning sea caves, tropical water, and endless beaches await.

Enjoy time spent in Huay nam dung national park in Chiang Mai
Map of Northern Thailand Exploration - 12 Days
Northern Thailand Exploration - 12 Days

The praises of southern Thailand have been sung for years; now it's time to explore the north! Starting at the shimmering White Temple in Chiang Rai, you'll visit a Risu village and prepare traditional dishes alongside Indigenous residents. You'll also head to the city of Chiang Mai, home to artisan markets and elephant sanctuaries, and where nearby, you'll find the many waterfalls of the unforgettable Doi Inthanon National Park.

Phang Nga Bay
Map of Honeymoon in Thailand - 12 Days
Honeymoon in Thailand - 12 Days

This 12-day adventure through Thailand's exotic capital, mountainous north, and beachy south delivers a truly special getaway for you and your new spouse. From learning the secrets of Thai cooking and enjoying the country’s most beautiful turquoise waters to jungle excursions with elephants and nighttime canoe rides, your new marriage will certainly benefit from the 'Land of Smiles.'

Discover the pagoda of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep in the evening
Map of Thailand North & South: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket - 12 Days
Thailand North & South: Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket - 12 Days

Experience the best of Thailand's varied landscapes, from mountains to islands to dense metropolises, on this 12-day itinerary. Explore Bangkok, travel by Skytrain, and visit teeming markets set alongside train tracks and within ancient canals. Then, tour the elaborate, architecturally stunning temples in Chiang Mai, wrapping up your stay relaxing, swimming, and snorkeling in Phuket.

The sandy shores of an island on the Dawei peninsula
Map of Explore Southern Myanmar and the Beaches of Thailand - 12 Days
Explore Southern Myanmar and the Beaches of Thailand - 12 Days

This 12-day excursion begins surrounded by the forest in Myanmar and ends in the mountains of Thailand. In Myanmar, you'll learn about local crafts and storytelling at the Tanintharyi Museum, then visit villages and plantations making rubber, betel nut, and dried fish. You'll explore the Mergui Archipelago, eventually making your way to the Ranong pier in Thailand. While in Thailand, you'll visit the Seaside Retreat Elephant Camp and the Similan Islands.

Similan Islands
Map of Highlights of Thailand: Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, Chiang Mai & Khao Lak - 12 Days
Highlights of Thailand: Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, Chiang Mai & Khao Lak - 12 Days

From cruising around James Bond Island to relaxing on Khao Lak's beaches, this 12-day tour is a great choice for those wanting to sample some of Thailand's greatest hits. Start by exploring Bangkok's canals and temples before learning about the tragic history of the Thai-Burma Railway in Kanchanaburi. Then it's on to Chiang Mai, where you'll trek and visit an elephant camp. The end of your tour is centered around the island of Khao Lak, discovering the beauty of its beaches and surrounding sites.

Khao Sok National Park view over Cheow Lan Lake
Map of Thailand Nature Escape - 12 Days
Thailand Nature Escape - 12 Days

Explore Thailand's natural treasures in 12 days as you travel the country from north to south, stopping to cruise Bangkok's Chao Phraya River on an antique rice barge, meet elephants at a jungle sanctuary, and laze on Phuket's white-sand beaches. Next, escape to wildlife-rich Khao Sok National Park, where you'll stay on a floating lake bungalow and visit mystical caves before ending your adventure with a kayaking trip to Phang Nga Bay.

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