Thailand on a Shoestring
- Days
- 15
- Our saving
- $206
-
From
$1,119
- US $ 913

- Starts
- Bangkok
- Destinations
- +4
- Ends
- Ko Tao
Highlights
- Visit Wat Po and the Grand Palace
- Enjoy local Thai street food
- Trek through colorful and lush forests
- Explore Koh Tao underwater
- Age range
- 18 to 39 year olds
- Accommodation
- Hostel, Hotel, Bungalow, Sleeper Train, Hut
- Max Group Size
- 18
- Transportation
- Train & Rail, Coach / Bus, Boat
- Travel style
- Adventure, In-depth Cultural, Christmas & New Year
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5 Reviews
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- CChaseWritten on October 28, 20164.0 - GoodShow detailed ratings
Our guide was second to none, transportation was suitable and the accommodation was great but be prepared for the whole experience to cost a lot more than quoted. But all in all, it was definitely worth it.
- MGMichaelWritten on June 21, 20164.0 - GoodShow detailed ratings
The trip was superb. I met amazing people from around the world and experienced all facets of Thai culture. Guide was knowledgeable and professional.
- DDannielleWritten on June 19, 20164.5 - ExcellentShow detailed ratings
From my personal experience, if it’s your first time travelling solo (male or female), I would highly recommend a G-Adventures tour. They give you the chance to experience the country at a deeper level, particularly if your time there is limited. Already... Read more
- JulianWritten on August 27, 20144.5 - ExcellentShow detailed ratings
Best trip of my life. Met amazing people and traveled an awesom country!
- SherieWritten on January 13, 20145.0 - ExcellentShow detailed ratings
The Thailand on a shoestring trip was the most incredible 16 days of my life. I met all kinds of people, experienced a completely different culture and got to see most parts of Thailand. My tour guide was a local so he knew all of the answers to our... Read more
Itinerary
Download PDF Brochure- Introduction
- Day 1 Bangkok
- Day 2 Bangkok/Chiang Mai (1B)
- Day 3 Chiang Mai
- Day 4 Chiang Mai/Ban Mae Jok (1B, 1L, 1D)
- Day 5 Ban Mae Jok/Pa Khao Lam (1B, 1L, 1D)
- Day 6 Pa Khao Lam/Chiang Mai (1B, 1L)
- Day 7 Chiang Mai/Bangkok (1B)
- Day 8 Bangkok
- Day 9 Bangkok/Surat Thani (1B)
- Day 10 Surat Thani/Khao Sok (1B, 1L)
- Day 11 Khao Sok/Ko Pha Ngan (1B)
- Day 12 Ko Pha Ngan
- Day 13 Ko Pha Ngan/Ko Tao
- Day 14 Ko Tao (1B, 1L)
- Day 15 Ko Tao (1B)
Travel guide
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Videos
- South East Asia
- Why Travel With G Adventures?
- TourRadar presents Chiang Mai
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Questions & Answers
Here we have collected and answered the most frequently asked questions about this tour.
When and where does this tour end?
The tour ends on Day 15 in Koh Tao, and after breakfast you are free to depart at any time. Those who need to return to Bangkok can book the “Bangkok Express: Koh Tao to Bangkok” post tour extra if they so wish. Please contact our travel experts to arrange this!
Where and when does the tour start?
Day 1 of the tour starts in Bangkok. You can arrive in Bangkok at any time before your important Welcome Meeting, which will be held at around 6pm. Get to know your Chief Experience Officer (CEO) and travel companions before heading out for an optional dinner with the group. Please be aware that your joining point hotel is subject to change until your final documents are released.
Do you arrange airport transfers?
Airport transfers are not included in the price of this tour, however you can pay for an arrival transfer in advance. In this case a tour operator representative will be at the airport to greet you. To arrange this please contact our customer service team once you have a confirmed booking.
What are people saying about TourRadar?
- Darren, 54 years old1st April 2017Answered with details in a very timely manner, professional, knowledgeable, and in my opinion transparent, I couldn't have been happier to complete my booking with TourRadar.
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- ThursdayFeb 21, 2019from Bangkok15 DaysThursdayMar 7, 2019to Ko Tao6 seats left$48USD $1,141
- SundayFeb 24, 2019from Bangkok15 DaysSundayMar 10, 2019to Ko TaoOnly 1 seat left$48USD $1,141
- FridayMar 1, 2019from Bangkok15 DaysFridayMar 15, 2019to Ko TaoOnly 3 seats left$46USD $1,103
- SaturdayMar 2, 2019from Bangkok15 DaysSaturdayMar 16, 2019to Ko Tao8 seats left$46USD $1,103
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Vaccinations
- Typhoid
- Recommended for Thailand. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A
- Recommended for Thailand. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera
- Recommended for Thailand. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis
- Recommended for Thailand. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B
- Recommended for Thailand. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Yellow fever
- Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Thailand. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Japanese B encephalitis
- Recommended for Thailand. Ideally 1 month before travel.
Policies
- Location
- Bangkok is the starting point and Ko Tao is the endpoint.
- Hold my space
- TourRadar can request G Adventures to hold spaces for you for up to 48 hours without any credit card details.
- Deposit
- TourRadar only requires a deposit of 20% to confirm this G Adventures booking. The remaining balance is then payable 65 days prior to the departure date. For any tour departing before 24 April 2019 the full payment of $913 is necessary.
- Cancellation policy
- No additional cancellation fees! You can cancel the tour up to 65 days prior to the departure date and you will not need to pay the full amount of $913 for Thailand on a Shoestring, but the deposit of 20% is non-refundable. But, the deposit is fully transferable to future bookings with G Adventures.
- Credit Cards
- The following cards are accepted for G Adventures tours: Visa - Master Card - American Express
Destinations
- Bangkok (Thailand)
- 582 km
- Chiang Mai (Thailand)
- 582 km
- Bangkok (Thailand)
- 575 km
- Khao Sok National Park (Thailand)
- 148 km
- Koh Samui (Thailand)
- 69 km
- Ko Tao (Thailand)
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- TourRadar does not charge any additional cancellation fees. You can cancel the tour up to 65 days prior to the departure date. As an added benefit though, you can use the deposit for future bookings with G Adventures.
- 5 Genuine Reviews
- All reviews are verified from travellers who went on Thailand on a Shoestring