Thailand Travel Guide: Places to Visit, Itinerary, Cost and Visa for Indian Travellers

Thailand is usually the first Southeast Asia trip Indian travellers actually book, rather than just research — and the reasons are practical as much as they are about the destination itself. Entry is visa-free for short tourist stays, direct flights run from several Indian cities, and the country covers a genuinely wide range of trip styles: Bangkok's temples and markets, Phuket and Krabi's islands, Pattaya's short beach-break convenience, and Chiang Mai's slower, mountain-town pace.

That range is also where first-time planning gets complicated — Thailand isn't one destination so much as four or five different trips loosely connected by domestic flights, and most itineraries go wrong by trying to fit too many of them into too few days. This guide works through what actually matters: which cities fit together, how many days each deserves, the current visa-free entry process, and realistic costs. Shubh Mangal Yatra arranges customised Thailand itineraries through our travel network rather than a single fixed package, and we've noted where that's relevant through this guide, but everything here stands on its own for planning the trip yourself too.

Where Is Thailand Located?

Thailand sits in mainland Southeast Asia, bordered by Myanmar to the west and northwest, Laos to the north and east, Cambodia to the east, and Malaysia to the south. Bangkok, the capital, sits in the central plains near the Gulf of Thailand. The country's main tourist regions split into distinct geography: Bangkok and the central plains, the eastern Gulf coast (Pattaya), the southern peninsula and Andaman coast (Phuket, Krabi, the Phi Phi Islands), and the northern mountains (Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai).

This geographic spread is the main thing to plan around — Bangkok to Phuket is roughly a 90-minute flight, and Bangkok to Chiang Mai is similar, so a multi-region Thailand trip genuinely means multiple internal flights rather than road transfers.

Why Visit Thailand?

Thailand's appeal comes from how many distinct, well-developed trip styles it supports without needing to compromise on any of them. Bangkok delivers a proper city break — ornate temples, sprawling markets, a genuine street-food culture and a skyline-level shopping scene. Phuket and Krabi deliver island and beach time with a tourism infrastructure built around exactly that, from day-trip boats to beachfront resorts. Pattaya adds a shorter, closer beach option for travellers who don't want the extra flight south. Chiang Mai, in the north, offers a different pace entirely — temples, a walkable old city, and ethical elephant sanctuaries, at a noticeably slower rhythm than Bangkok.

For Indian travellers specifically, the practical case is strong: visa-free entry for short tourist stays, direct flights from multiple Indian cities, food that — while distinct from Indian cuisine — shares enough spice and herb sensibility to feel approachable, and a well-established tourism infrastructure that makes it one of the more forgiving first international trips to plan.

Best Time to Visit Thailand

November to February is generally considered the most comfortable window across most of Thailand, which also makes it the busiest and most expensive, particularly around the December–January holiday period. The hot season (March–May) brings genuinely high heat, especially in Bangkok and Chiang Mai, while the rainy season doesn't mean constant rain — short, heavy showers are typical, and islands on the Gulf side (Koh Samui) and Andaman side (Phuket) can be in different rain patterns at the same time of year. These are general seasonal patterns rather than a forecast; check closer to your travel dates, since any given year can run wetter, drier or hotter than typical.

Thailand Weather

Thailand has a tropical climate with consistent year-round warmth and humidity that varies by season and region. Bangkok and the central plains run hot and humid most of the year, with the cool season bringing genuine relief rather than cold weather. Phuket and the southern islands stay warmer and more humid overall, given their coastal, lower-latitude position. Chiang Mai, in the mountainous north, sees slightly cooler evenings in the cool season than the rest of the country. Pack for heat and humidity across all regions and seasons, with a light rain layer for June through October.

Bangkok: The Capital and Usual Starting Point

Bangkok anchors almost every Thailand itinerary, whether as the whole trip or the gateway to everywhere else. The Grand Palace and the adjoining Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) are the city's most visited religious and historic site — ornate, gold-detailed architecture that's genuinely worth the crowds. Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn), across the Chao Phraya River, and Wat Pho, home to a 46-metre reclining Buddha statue, round out the core temple circuit.

Beyond temples, a Chao Phraya River cruise gives a different vantage point on the city, Chatuchak Weekend Market is one of the world's largest markets (genuinely a half-day commitment if you want to see a meaningful slice of it), and the Siam area's malls (Siam Paragon, CentralWorld) cover Bangkok's shopping-mall side. Khao San Road remains the city's best-known backpacker street for cheap eats and nightlife, while the floating markets outside the city (Damnoen Saduak, or the more local Amphawa) are a popular half-day add-on. Two to three full days covers Bangkok's highlights without feeling rushed. For a full breakdown of Bangkok's nightlife areas, rooftop bars, nightclubs and a dedicated Bangkok-only itinerary, see our complete Bangkok travel guide.

Phuket and the Andaman Coast

Phuket is Thailand's largest island and its most developed beach destination, with Patong Beach as the busiest, most nightlife-driven stretch and Kata and Karon beaches offering a calmer alternative a short drive away. Phuket's real draw for most visitors, though, is as a base for day trips: the Phi Phi Islands (Koh Phi Phi), reachable by speedboat, combine limestone cliffs, turquoise lagoons and the beach made famous by the film "The Beach"; James Bond Island, in Phang Nga Bay, adds dramatic limestone karsts and a longtail-boat experience through mangrove channels.

Old Phuket Town, with its Sino-Portuguese shophouse architecture, offers a different, more walkable side of the island away from the beach resorts, and the Big Buddha viewpoint gives a panoramic look across southern Phuket. Krabi, a short distance from Phuket, adds Railay Beach (accessible only by boat, flanked by limestone cliffs) and Ao Nang as its own base, often combined with Phuket on longer trips or chosen instead of it for a quieter alternative.

Pattaya: The Closer Beach Option

Pattaya sits roughly two hours from Bangkok by road, making it the practical choice for travellers who want beach time without an internal flight. It's a different, more built-up and nightlife-forward beach town than Phuket, with Walking Street as its best-known evening strip. Coral Island (Koh Larn), a short boat ride offshore, gives a calmer beach day trip, and the Sanctuary of Truth — an entirely wood-carved temple-like structure — and Nong Nooch Tropical Garden are Pattaya's standout cultural and nature stops beyond the beach itself.

Chiang Mai: The Northern Alternative

Chiang Mai offers a genuinely different Thailand experience — a walkable old city ringed by its original moat and walls, a slower pace, and a mountain-town backdrop rather than a beach or metropolis one. Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang anchor the old city's temple circuit, while Doi Suthep, a temple on a mountainside overlooking the city, is the single most-visited sight and worth the half-day trip up. The Sunday Walking Street market is Chiang Mai's answer to Bangkok's bazaars, on a more manageable scale.

Ethical elephant sanctuaries — observation- and care-based rather than riding-based — have become one of Chiang Mai's best-known draws for travellers who want a responsible wildlife experience; research a specific sanctuary's practices before booking, since standards vary across operators. Chiang Mai works best as a 2-3 day addition for travellers with 7+ days total, rather than a rushed overnight stop.

Things to Do in Thailand

Beyond the region-specific highlights above, a few activities cut across most Thailand itineraries: a half or full-day cooking class (widely available in both Bangkok and Chiang Mai), a Thai massage (genuinely inexpensive and widely available, from street-side stalls to proper spas), island-hopping by speedboat from Phuket or Krabi, and night-market browsing wherever you're based. Photography-focused travellers should prioritise Wat Arun at sunset, the Phi Phi Islands' lagoons in the morning before the crowds arrive, and Doi Suthep's city viewpoint in Chiang Mai.

Thailand Nightlife

Thailand's nightlife varies sharply by city. Bangkok's scene spans rooftop bars, Khao San Road's backpacker strip, and the more adult-oriented areas like Patpong and Soi Cowboy, which exist alongside family-friendly night markets rather than defining the whole city. Pattaya's Walking Street is more overtly adult-nightlife-focused than Bangkok's broader scene. Phuket's Patong Beach has its own concentrated bar and club strip, while Chiang Mai's evenings are comparatively low-key, centred on night markets and restaurants rather than clubs.

Standard precautions apply across all of these: use metered taxis or the Grab app rather than unmarked transport, keep an eye on drinks in busy venues, and be aware that Thailand's laws around drugs remain strict for most substances despite regional shifts in cannabis policy — don't assume legality without checking current rules specifically.

Thailand Shopping

Bangkok is Thailand's shopping anchor, spanning Chatuchak Weekend Market's sheer scale, the Siam area's malls for branded shopping, and countless street-market strips for clothing, souvenirs and local goods. Chiang Mai's Night Bazaar and Sunday Walking Street lean toward handicrafts, textiles and local artisan goods rather than mass retail. Phuket and Pattaya both have their own night-market strips aimed squarely at beach tourists, alongside resort-area boutiques. Bargaining is standard at markets and street stalls across the country; fixed prices apply at malls and chain stores.

Thai Food in Thailand

Thai cuisine is built around a balance of spicy, sour, sweet and salty flavours, with rice or noodles as the base and fresh herbs — lemongrass, galangal, Thai basil, kaffir lime — doing much of the work.

Vegetarian travellers need to ask specifically, since fish sauce and shrimp paste appear by default in many dishes that otherwise look vegetable-based. The useful word is "jay" (เจ) — a recognised strict-vegetarian/vegan standard in Thailand, often signposted with yellow flags at dedicated stalls, particularly during the annual Vegetarian Festival in September/October. Outside that, asking for "mangsavirat" (vegetarian) and confirming no fish sauce is the safer approach at a regular restaurant.

Thailand for Indian Travellers

A few practical points for planning this trip from India: Indian restaurants are available in Bangkok, Phuket and Pattaya's main tourist areas, which matters if you want a familiar meal between days of Thai food. English is commonly spoken in hotels, malls and tourist-facing restaurants across all major destinations, though it thins out at smaller local eateries and markets. Card payments are widely accepted in cities and resort areas; cash (Thai Baht) remains useful for street food, markets, tuk-tuks and smaller islands.

Culturally, Thailand places real importance on respect toward the monarchy and Buddhist religious sites — modest dress (covered shoulders and knees) is expected at temples, and public criticism of the monarchy is both culturally sensitive and, in some cases, legally risky, worth being aware of rather than testing. For families, Bangkok's malls and Phuket's resort areas are well set up with child-friendly infrastructure; for groups, Thailand's range of villa and group-tour options makes coordinating a larger party straightforward.

Thailand Visa for Indians

Indian passport holders can currently enter Thailand visa-free for short tourist stays, under Thailand's visa-exemption arrangement — no advance visa application or embassy visit is required for tourism purposes. The permitted stay length has changed recently: entries before 15 September 2026 were granted up to 60 days, while entries from 15 September 2026 onward are granted 30 days, specifically for tourism (a business trip requires a separate Non-Immigrant B visa arranged in advance). Travellers who entered under the earlier 60-day allowance keep that full period even after the rule changed.

A one-time extension of 30 days is available after arrival, applied for at a Thai immigration office for a fee (commonly reported at around THB 1,900). Before arrival, travellers need to complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online, within 72 hours of entry — this has become a standard pre-arrival step alongside passport and onward-travel checks.

Visa-exemption rules, permitted stay length and arrival-card requirements have changed multiple times in recent years and can change again — this article isn't a substitute for checking Thailand's official immigration channels or your airline's current entry requirements directly before you book or travel. If you'd rather not track this yourself, our team can confirm the current entry requirements when you enquire about your Thailand trip.

How to Reach Thailand from India

Thailand is one of the better-connected international destinations from India, with direct flights to both Bangkok and Phuket from multiple cities.

Airlines including IndiGo, Air India, Vistara, SpiceJet, Thai Airways and AirAsia operate these routes, with frequency varying by city and season. Treat this as a general picture rather than a booking guarantee — confirm current direct-flight availability and schedules when you're ready to book, since routes and frequencies shift over time.

Bangkok's Two Airports

Bangkok has two international airports, and mixing them up is a common first-timer mistake. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the main international gateway, used by most full-service carriers. Don Mueang Airport (DMK) primarily serves low-cost carriers, including several AirAsia routes. Check which airport your flight actually uses — they're roughly an hour apart by road, which matters if you're connecting to a domestic flight or arranging a pickup.

Getting Around Thailand

Bangkok's BTS and MRT cover the city centre well; outside Bangkok, Grab or metered taxis are the default. Moving between Thailand's major regions (Bangkok, Phuket, Chiang Mai) is done by domestic flight rather than road, given the distances involved.

Thailand Itineraries

4 Days / 3 Nights — Bangkok Only Day 1: Arrive, check in, evening at a night market. Day 2: Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Pho, Chao Phraya river cruise. Day 3: Chatuchak Market, Siam shopping district. Day 4: Floating market half-day, departure.

5 Days / 4 Nights — Bangkok + Pattaya Day 1: Arrive Bangkok, evening market. Day 2: Grand Palace, Wat Arun, river cruise. Day 3: Transfer to Pattaya (2 hours), beach afternoon. Day 4: Coral Island day trip. Day 5: Return to Bangkok, departure.

6 Days / 5 Nights — Bangkok + Phuket Day 1: Arrive Bangkok. Day 2: Grand Palace, Wat Arun, Chatuchak Market. Day 3: Fly to Phuket, check in, beach evening. Day 4: Phi Phi Islands full-day boat trip. Day 5: James Bond Island tour or Old Phuket Town. Day 6: Departure.

7 Days / 6 Nights — Bangkok + Phuket (extended) Day 1: Arrive Bangkok. Day 2-3: Bangkok sightseeing — Grand Palace, Wat Pho, river cruise, Chatuchak. Day 4: Fly to Phuket. Day 5: Phi Phi Islands. Day 6: James Bond Island or Krabi day trip. Day 7: Beach morning, departure.

9 Days / 8 Nights — Bangkok + Chiang Mai + Phuket Day 1-2: Bangkok. Day 3: Fly to Chiang Mai. Day 4-5: Old city temples, Doi Suthep, elephant sanctuary, night markets. Day 6: Fly to Phuket. Day 7: Phi Phi Islands. Day 8: Beach day or James Bond Island. Day 9: Departure.

Splitting a Thailand trip across two regions, rather than attempting three in under a week, is how most well-planned itineraries are built — domestic flight connections and check-in buffers eat more time than first-timers expect.

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Thailand Trip Cost

Actual totals depend heavily on season, how many regions you combine, and hotel category — and INR-to-baht exchange rates shift over time, so we won't quote a single "this is what Thailand costs" figure. As a general pattern, Thailand remains one of the stronger-value Southeast Asian destinations for Indian travellers, particularly on food and local transport, with accommodation and domestic flights being where a multi-region trip's budget concentrates.

Get Your Customized Thailand Quote Once you have a rough sense of your dates and which cities you want to combine, our team can share current options and a realistic cost breakdown for your specific trip. Call or WhatsApp +91 95990 67086 — share your travel dates, number of travellers and preferred budget, and we'll take it from there.

Thailand Tour Packages from India

Travel packages for Thailand can be customised based on your preferred dates, hotel category, number of travellers, which cities you want to combine, inclusions and experiences — rather than a single fixed itinerary that may not match what you're actually looking for. A customised Thailand package can include flights, hotel accommodation, airport and inter-city transfers, sightseeing (Bangkok temples, island day trips, Chiang Mai excursions), local transportation, activities like a cooking class or island tour, meals where relevant, and a day-by-day itinerary built around your dates and the regions you want to see.

At Shubh Mangal Yatra, we arrange Thailand trips through our travel network based on what you need rather than a fixed template — see our Thailand trip page to request a current quotation based on your travel dates, group size and preferred cities. See our international tour packages for the broader range of destinations we help plan, or our honeymoon and luxury collections if either fits your Thailand trip style.

Thailand Hotels and Where to Stay

Bangkok's Sukhumvit area suits most first-time visitors for its balance of BTS access, dining and nightlife; riverside hotels suit those prioritising Old City proximity and views. In Phuket, Patong suits travellers who want nightlife on the doorstep, while Kata and Karon suit those who'd rather have a calmer beach with Patong a short drive away. We don't publish specific hotel names or star ratings here since availability and quality shift season to season — our team shares current, vetted options matched to your dates and budget when you enquire.

Thailand for Every Kind of Traveller

Couples and honeymoon Phuket and Krabi's beach resorts, island-hopping day trips, and Bangkok's rooftop dining scene make Thailand a well-established honeymoon destination for Indian travellers, with pool villas widely available at a range of price points. A Bangkok-plus-Phuket combination gives both a city and a beach chapter to the trip.

Families Bangkok's malls and family-friendly attractions, Phuket's resort infrastructure, and the generally manageable logistics (short flights, reliable taxis/Grab) make Thailand workable for families, including those with young children. Pace multi-region trips carefully with children in mind — domestic flights and transfers add up faster than they seem to on paper.

Luxury travellers Private pool villas in Phuket, a private guide for Bangkok's temple circuit, fine dining across both cities, and private speedboat charters for island-hopping (rather than joining a group boat tour) are where a Thailand trip scales up meaningfully. We build these as fully private itineraries on request.

Groups Thailand's well-developed group-tour infrastructure — shared vans, group boat trips, large resort blocks — makes it genuinely practical for groups, whether a friend circle, extended family or small corporate trip, with private transport arrangeable for the whole group across each city.

What to Pack for Thailand

Pack light, breathable clothing for the heat and humidity year-round, plus a light rain layer if travelling June through October. Modest clothing (covered shoulders and knees) is needed for temple visits — carry a light scarf or shawl even if you're otherwise dressed for the beach. Comfortable sandals for islands and proper walking shoes for city sightseeing cover most needs, alongside reef-safe sunscreen and insect repellent. Carry proof of your Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) confirmation, a universal power adapter (Thailand uses Type A/C/O sockets), and any personal medication, since finding specific Indian brands locally isn't guaranteed outside major pharmacies.

Currency in Thailand

The local currency is the Thai Baht (THB). ATMs and currency exchange counters are widely available in Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya and Chiang Mai; card payments are accepted at most hotels, malls and larger restaurants, though cash remains useful for street food, markets, tuk-tuks and smaller islands. INR isn't directly exchangeable in most places — convert to USD before travel or withdraw baht locally via ATM, and check the current exchange rate rather than assuming a fixed INR-to-baht rate, since this fluctuates.

Language in Thailand

Thai is the official language. English is commonly spoken in hotels, malls, airports and tourist-facing restaurants across Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya and Chiang Mai, though it thins out at smaller local eateries and in more rural areas. A translation app covers most gaps outside the main tourist zones.

Is Thailand Safe?

Thailand is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, with a well-established, tourist-experienced infrastructure across its main destinations. Standard precautions apply: use metered taxis or the Grab app, keep valuables secure in crowded markets and nightlife areas, agree tuk-tuk fares before the ride, and be cautious of common tourist scams (gem/tailor scams, closed-attraction redirects) particularly around major sights in Bangkok. Respect for the monarchy and Buddhist sites is taken seriously; dress modestly at temples and avoid casual remarks about the royal family. As with any international destination, check current government travel advisories closer to your travel dates.

Thailand Travel Tips

Thailand vs Other Destinations

None of these is a strictly better choice — Bali suits travellers who want one island done well rather than multiple regions; Dubai suits those prioritising shopping and short flight time; Thailand suits travellers who want genuine variety — city, beach and mountain — within a single, well-connected country.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thailand worth visiting? Yes — for travellers who want a single destination covering city sightseeing, beaches and island-hopping, and (for longer trips) mountain towns, Thailand covers more range than most Southeast Asian countries in one trip.

Why is Thailand famous? For Bangkok's temples and markets, its islands and beaches (Phuket, Krabi, Phi Phi), Thai cuisine, and a tourism infrastructure that's among the most developed in Southeast Asia.

What is the best time to visit Thailand? November to February is the most comfortable season across most of the country; March to May is hot, and June to October is the rainy season with regular but often short showers.

How many days are enough for Thailand? 4 days covers Bangkok alone; 6–7 days lets you combine Bangkok with Phuket or Pattaya; 9+ days allows a third region like Chiang Mai.

Is Thailand expensive? Generally one of the better-value Southeast Asian destinations for Indian travellers, particularly for food and local transport, with accommodation and domestic flights concentrating a multi-region trip's cost.

How much does a Thailand trip cost from India? It depends heavily on season, number of regions combined, and hotel category — contact our team with your dates and group size for a current estimate rather than a fixed figure.

Is Thailand safe for Indians? Yes, generally — Thailand has a well-established, tourist-experienced infrastructure; the main things to watch for are common tourist scams rather than serious crime risk.

Do Indians need a visa for Thailand? Not for short tourist stays — Indian passport holders currently enter visa-free under Thailand's visa-exemption arrangement, though this has changed before and can change again.

How many days can Indians stay in Thailand visa-free? Entries from 15 September 2026 onward are granted 30 days for tourism; entries before that date were granted 60 days. A one-time 30-day extension is available after arrival.

Can the Thailand visa-free stay be extended? Yes, once, by 30 days, applied for at a Thai immigration office for a fee (commonly reported at around THB 1,900).

What is the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)? An online pre-arrival registration Thailand requires travellers to complete within 72 hours of entry, alongside standard passport and onward-travel checks.

Is a visa needed for business travel to Thailand? Yes — the current visa-exemption covers tourism only; business travel requires a separate Non-Immigrant B visa arranged in advance.

What are the best places to visit in Thailand? Bangkok's Grand Palace and temples, Phuket's beaches and the Phi Phi Islands, Pattaya's Coral Island, and Chiang Mai's Doi Suthep and old city temples cover the core highlights.

What are the best things to do in Thailand? A Bangkok temple circuit and river cruise, a Phi Phi Islands boat trip, a Thai cooking class, and a visit to an ethical elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai.

What should I eat in Thailand? Pad Thai, Tom Yum Goong, green or red curry, som tam, and mango sticky rice cover the essentials.

Is vegetarian food available in Thailand? Yes, but ask specifically — fish sauce appears in many dishes by default. Look for "jay" (strict vegetarian/vegan) stalls, or confirm no fish sauce when ordering elsewhere.

Is Thailand good for couples? Yes — Phuket and Krabi's beach resorts and island-hopping, combined with Bangkok's city energy, make it a well-established couples' and honeymoon destination.

Is Thailand good for families? Yes — Bangkok's malls, Phuket's resort infrastructure and generally manageable logistics make it workable for families, including with young children.

Should I choose Phuket or Pattaya? Phuket suits travellers prioritising beach quality and island-hopping and willing to take a domestic flight; Pattaya suits those wanting a quicker, road-accessible beach add-on to a Bangkok trip.

Can Bangkok and Phuket be combined? Yes — this is the most common Thailand itinerary, connected by a roughly 90-minute domestic flight.

Can Bangkok and Chiang Mai be combined? Yes, also via a roughly 90-minute domestic flight; best suited to trips of 7+ days given everything else Thailand offers.

What is the currency of Thailand? The Thai Baht (THB); cards are widely accepted in cities and resorts, with cash useful for street food, markets and smaller islands.

Can Indians use cards in Thailand? Yes, at most hotels, malls and larger restaurants, though carrying some baht cash is sensible for street food, tuk-tuks and markets.

How do I get around Thailand? Bangkok's BTS/MRT and Grab cover the city; domestic flights connect regions; ferries and speedboats are needed for island day trips.

How do I reach Thailand from Delhi? Direct flights connect Delhi to both Bangkok and Phuket, taking roughly 4–4.5 hours — confirm current schedules when booking.

How do I reach Thailand from Mumbai? Direct flights connect Mumbai to both Bangkok and Phuket, taking roughly 4.5–5 hours — confirm current schedules when booking.

Which Indian cities have direct flights to Thailand? Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Chennai and Hyderabad all currently have direct routes to Bangkok and/or Phuket — confirm current routes when booking.

What is Bangkok's airport called? Bangkok has two: Suvarnabhumi (BKK), the main international gateway, and Don Mueang (DMK), used mainly by low-cost carriers — check which one your flight uses.

Is there a Thailand tour package from India? Shubh Mangal Yatra arranges customised Thailand trips through our travel network based on your dates, preferred cities, group size and budget — contact our team for a current quotation rather than a fixed listed package.

What should I pack for Thailand? Lightweight breathable clothing, a scarf or shawl for temple visits, comfortable sandals and walking shoes, reef-safe sunscreen, a universal power adapter, and your TDAC confirmation.

Is Thailand part of Southeast Asia? Yes — Thailand sits in mainland Southeast Asia, bordered by Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia and Malaysia.

Plan Your Thailand Trip with Shubh Mangal Yatra

We help arrange a customised itinerary, hotel options across Bangkok, Phuket, Pattaya and Chiang Mai, airport and inter-city transfers, sightseeing and day trips, activities and experiences, and family, couple and group trips, including premium and luxury options — built around your dates rather than a fixed template. For a destination-by-destination breakdown, trip costs and a 7-day itinerary, see our Thailand travel guide for Indians.

Share your travel dates, number of travellers and preferred budget with our team, and we'll share suitable hotel options and a personalised quotation. Visit our Thailand trip page to enquire, call or WhatsApp us at +91 95990 67086, or talk to our travel team through our enquiry form.