Epic Thailand 12 Day Tour

Thailand is the dream destination for any adventure-loving traveller itching to get out and see the beauty of the world, experience the kindness of people and have one of the most epic trips of a lifetime.

Thailand ticks all the boxes; sun, sea, sand, islands, adventure, nightlife, shopping, culture, history and friendly people. This tour is the perfect first-time trip for anyone looking to travel with a group of like-minded, similar aged people. Fully guided by English-speaking, Western guides, you’ll always feel safe, comfortable and at ease with the people around you.

Imagine yourself traveling through the bustling streets of Bangkok on a shaky tuk tuk, diving headfirst into crystal clear emerald water, partying on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, or riding an elephant through lush tropical rainforest. The exotic smells, breath-taking sights, mouth-watering tastes and new sounds of traveling through Thailand will live long on in your memory after the trip is over. 12 Epic days in Thailand , adventure-filled, including plenty of down time on some of the most famous and beautiful beaches in the world!

So make memories to last a lifetime; visit Thailand and have the time of your life. There’ll never be a better time than now; Thailand is waiting for you!

Highlights Include:

• 12 days in the land of the smiles for a price that will keep you grinning!
• The excitement and hedonism of Khao San Rd
• Go Xtreme in the stunning Khao Sok National Park with bamboo rafting, kayaking tubing and cliff jumping
• You get to spend the night on amazing unique floating bungalows in an off the beaten track beautiful destination
• Visiting National Parks, amazing longtail boat trips
• Tuk Tuk ride through Bangkok
• Shopping until you drop in Bangkok and hunting for bargains
• Temples, palaces and markets and cruising down the Chao Praya river
• Stay overnight on bottle beach one of the most secluded paradises in Thailand
• Eating some of the most amazing Thai food with the rest of the Xtreme Gap group in Koh Phanang
• Stay a few nights on Koh Phangan. The party Island.
• 4 days on Koh Tao, with the option to add a diving course!
• Wicked laughs and fully guided with a trip leader

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Thailand Backpacking Experience Itinerary

Tropical beaches? Island paradises? Amazing adventure? Welcome to the trip of a lifetime; the ultimate bucket list journey through Thailand! If you love beaches, nature, adventure and a healthy dose of partying, then this is the trip for you!

Amazing value, and perfect for first-time or solo travellers, you’ll instantly make a bunch of new friends in your travel group who will share amazing travel experiences with you.

From the bustling metropolis of Bangkok, to the remote hidden beaches and islands made famous by legend and movies, this tour packs in so much epicness and adventure in just 12 days!

Day 1: Arrive to the Land of Smiles!

You’re getting closer and closer to the greatest adventure of your life. Just 10 minutes from landing in Bangkok airport, you start to feel the butterflies in your stomach. A new friend is waiting for you on the other side, ready to take you through the crazy streets of Bangkok to your accommodation and a group of fellow travellers who will soon become close friends. Once you’ve taken some time to relax and unwind in the guesthouse after your flight, you’ll head out for dinner and drinks with your new friends and travel buddies on the iconic Khao San Road.

Welcome to the first day of your amazing Thai adventure! It only gets better from here!

Day 2: Exploring the In’s and Out’s of Bangkok

Bangkok is known as the ‘Venice of the East’, so what better way to explore the city than taking to the rivers. Cruising along the Chao Phraya River, you’ll experience one of the most epic skylines in Asia, seeing how the modern metropolis has merged with the ancient temples to create one of the most fascinating cities in the world.

After the river cruise, you’ll visit two of the most important temples in Thailand, where you’ll get your first experience of the beauty and intrigue of Thai history and culture. Next, we’ll jump on a Tuk Tuk for a whirlwind ride through the city back to Khao San Road. If you’ve never been on a Tuk Tuk before, you’ll be laughing (and possibly screaming) all the way, as it swerves and dodges all sorts of traffic and obstacles imaginable. Who knew driving could be so adventurous!

Finish the day with an amazing lunch and dinner in one of the best eating spots in Bangkok, Khao San Road; cheap, authentic and delicious!

Day 3: Preparing to head South

Your final day in Bangkok sees you getting ready to head to the tropical south of the country. After checking out of your accommodation, you’ll have an opportunity to relax with a traditional Thai Massage in a local spa. This should keep you sufficiently chilled out during your overnight train journey to the south of the country. You’ll probably be so relaxed that you’ll fall asleep on the train. If not, make sure to check out the awesome views of the Thai countryside.

Don’t worry though, as you’ll have plenty of time to pick up some souvenirs and do a little shopping in the awesome Khao San Road before you depart from Bangkok.

Day 4: Visiting Paradise in Khao Sok National Park

Prepare to be in awe of the beauty of Khao Sok National Park. Arriving bright and early at 7am, after the overnight train, you’ll be taken direct to the stunning park. Your accommodation here just so happens to be floating on the Cheow Larn Lake. Yep, you read correctly! These cute wooden bungalows are situated on a beautiful turquoise lake, surrounded by mountains covered in lush evergreen rainforest. You can even sit right outside your bungalow door, cooling down by dangling your feet in the lake!

Swimming, kayaking, tubing, bamboo rafting and cave exploring are just some of the awesome adrenaline-pumping activities that can be enjoyed in the park, while surrounded by some of the most gorgeous scenery you’ll ever see. We’re sure you’ll never want to leave your temporary home floating on the lake. However, Thai beaches are waiting…and that’s a pretty good excuse to keep moving!

Day 5: Beaches, Waves and Cocktails

Today we leave Khao Sok National Park via ferry to Koh Phangan, one of the most iconic and beautiful areas in Thailand. You’ll spend the day on Bottle Beach, a postcard-perfect beach with bright white sand and turquoise blue water, often regarded as one of the best beaches in Thailand!

Swim, sunbathe, relax or snorkel during the day, while in the evening we’ll prepare an awesome private beach party for you and your travel buddies. Cocktails, a campfire, lanterns and music will make this evening one of the most memorable during your travels in Thailand.

After a few drinks and dances around the campfire, you won’t have very far to go for a good nights sleep. In fact, you’ll still be able to hear the sounds of the ocean as you stay in your own private beach bungalow just a few metres from the waves. Not a bad way to spend a day!

Day 6: Elephants Encounters

Wake up in paradise and step out onto the soft sand of Bottle Beach. Today, you can spend the morning sleeping, swimming, getting your tan on, or taking selfies with the world’s best backdrop!

The afternoon is reserved for elephant time! Hopping in a taxi boat, we’ll head towards the fishing town of Chaloklum, where you’ll get your first glimpse of the amazing local elephants. Now its time to get on board and go trekking on the backs of these amazing animals. After your trek, you can play with the famous local monkey who loves to mess with the tourists, before taking a dip in a beautiful nearby waterfall (depending on the season).

The second part of the day is spent in Haad Rin, where you’ll be staying for the next two nights. Located right next to the famous beach that hosts the epic Full Moon Parties, you can head down to the beach later for dinner and drinks to round the day off.

Day 7: Exploring The Phangan Islands

Koh Phangan is one of the best snorkelling and diving spots in the world, and at 11am you’ll be on your way there, via speedboat, to explore the water and island for the day. From bathing in a waterfall like a boss, to enjoying lunch on the beach and watching the sunset from the boat, your day in Koh Phangan will definitely be one for the scrapbook!

In the evening, back at the resort we’ll enjoy a farewell dinner courtesy of the tour organizers. Of course no farewell event is finished without some celebratory drinks to commemorate your first amazing week in paradise! On the beach, you’ll party, enjoy a famous Thai bucket…or two, and dance the night away, preferably in your bare feet!

Day 8-12: Living it up on Koh Tao

The next four days will be spent on the beautiful Koh Tao Island enjoying a range of epic activities, with lots of down time in between the adventures. During the four days, we’ll also take you over to Koh Nangyuan for some extra activities such as snorkelling, cliff jumping and trekking. There’ll even be a beach BBQ and fun pub-crawl to keep you entertained if sports activities are not really your thing.

Staying on the gorgeous Sairee beach, you can relax into laid-back island life, choosing how you spend each day and what types of activities you would like to do. If you want to experience the best adrenaline-pumping adventure, you can opt in to do some extra activities like scuba diving, rock climbing, abseiling, water skiing, wake boarding and free diving.

Day 12 After the week is up…On day 12, we’ll help you organize everything you need to make it back to Bangkok for homeward bound flights, or whether you’re continuing your journey through Thailand and Southeast Asia.

Prefer To Spend Longer?

Shrt trips like this are great to kick start your travels, but the longe trips are better value with more inclusions. The 18 Day Thai Buck list Tour for longer versions of this trip. Don´t miss out on the opportunity of the Koh Tao Adventure though, a superb bolt on to this trip.​

Accommodation

During the trip you will stay in a variety of gorgeous cosy guesthouses, backpacker hostels and even in a floating resort. You share your accommodation With one other person of the same sex. We really go to town on the quality of accommodation as well for instance on the final night you will stay in a luxurious resorts.

Trip Frequently Asked Questions

Price

• Tour Only £595
• Dive Course Add On £299

Dates

Spaces are limited to 16 per group so book early to avoid disappointment.

Trip Combos

Did you know we can help you plan an epic adventure? You can combine this trip with the following trips to extend you travels.

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