Beach Tours & Trips in Chiang Mai

Start in Chiang Mai and climb the 300-step Naga staircase to reach Wat Doi Suthep, then spend time with rescued elephants at Elephant Nature Park. In Bangkok, take a klong cruise and see the 49-foot Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho before heading south to Phuket for three nights at a beachfront resort.

Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep in Chiang Mai, accessible via a 309-step naga staircase, and see the historic Wat Chedi Luang in the old town. Stay at the Empress Chiang Mai and have a traditional khan toke dinner with Lanna cultural performances. Walk through the bustling Wararot Market and the fragrant flower market, getting a feel for northern Thailand's unique traditions.

Sea canoe around Phanak Island and Hong Island's rock formations in Phang Nga Bay, checking out hidden lagoons before sunset at James Bond Island. That evening, see bioluminescent plankton lighting up Andaman Sea waters in bright blue-green. You'll have two full days on Phuket's beaches and rainforested hillsides.

Spend time on Khuk Khak Beach's white sand and turquoise waters after walking through Lam Ru National Park's jungle trails and waterfalls. You'll have 7 nights in Khao Lak with sunset views from Khao Lak Phu Viewpoint overlooking the coast, plus a visit to the Big Buddha temple. Relax with coconuts under palm trees while listening to waves at beaches you can reach by bike or scooter.