Thailand Islands to Lanna Loop: Phuket, Krabi, Chiang Mai & Bangkok — Thailand
Itinerary · Tripcuro
Family - 4 adults (2 seniors)

Thailand Islands to Lanna Loop: Phuket, Krabi, Chiang Mai &
Bangkok

Andaman beaches, a Krabi hideaway, Lanna temples and Bangkok buzz in twelve nights

12 Nights · October 2025 · Thailand

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Trip Overview

Duration
12 Nights
October 2025 · Family - 4 adults (2 seniors)
Where
Thailand
Carnival Magic evening spectacular in Kamala, Phuket · Island-hopping from Krabi past Andaman limestone karsts · Old City temples and night bazaars in Chiang Mai
Budget
≈ ₹4,35,000

Where You'll Stay

Patong Tower Ocean View Apartment

Patong Beach, Phuket · 2 Nights

Sea-view two-bedroom apartment steps from Bangla Walking Street

Krabi beach stay near Ao Nang

Ao Nang, Krabi · 3 Nights

Relaxed base for Andaman island-hopping

Chiang Mai Old City hotel

Old City, Chiang Mai · 4 Nights

Close to temples and night bazaars

Sovereign Group Hotel

Ratchathewi, Bangkok · 3 Nights

Deluxe rooms near Pratunam shopping and the city centre

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1
DAY
Day 1 of 13
Arrive Phuket, settle into Patong
  • Land at Phuket International Airport around midday
  • Private SUV transfer to Patong Beach
  • Check in to a sea-view apartment near Bangla Walking Street
  • Sunset stroll along Patong Beach
  • Dinner along the buzzing Patong seafront
2
DAY
Day 2 of 13
Phuket beaches and Carnival Magic
  • Relaxed beach morning or optional Old Phuket Town wander
  • Poolside and cafe time through the afternoon
  • Evening at the Carnival Magic show in Kamala
  • Themed lights, parades and grand-theatre spectacle
  • Late transfer back to Patong
3
DAY
Day 3 of 13
Phuket to Krabi
  • Morning at leisure and check out of Patong
  • Scenic road-and-ferry transfer across to Krabi
  • Check in to a Krabi beach base near Ao Nang
  • Evening walk along the Ao Nang promenade
  • Fresh seafood dinner by the water
4
DAY
Day 4 of 13
Krabi island-hopping
  • Longtail or speedboat tour of the Andaman islands
  • Swim and snorkel around limestone karsts
  • Beach time at Railay's cliff-backed sands
  • Lunch on a secluded island beach
  • Return to Ao Nang for a relaxed evening
5
DAY
Day 5 of 13
Krabi at leisure
  • Slow morning by the pool or beach
  • Optional Emerald Pool and hot springs excursion
  • Or a kayak trip through mangrove sea caves
  • Sunset drinks overlooking the Andaman Sea
  • Casual dinner in Ao Nang
6
DAY
Day 6 of 13
Fly Krabi to Chiang Mai
  • Morning flight from Krabi to Chiang Mai
  • Arrive around late morning and transfer to the hotel
  • Settle in near the historic Old City
  • Afternoon temple stroll: Wat Chedi Luang and Wat Phra Singh
  • Dinner and browsing at a Chiang Mai night market
7
DAY
Day 7 of 13
Chiang Mai temples and culture
  • Drive up to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep for hilltop views
  • Explore Lanna crafts and local coffee culture
  • Optional cooking class or artisan-village visit
  • Evening walking street with food and handicrafts
  • Relaxed night in the Old City
8
DAY
Day 8 of 13
Chiang Mai nature day
  • Ethical elephant sanctuary visit in the hills
  • Countryside scenery and riverside lunch
  • Optional Doi Inthanon or waterfall excursion
  • Return to the city for a leisurely afternoon
  • Dinner along the Ping River
9
DAY
Day 9 of 13
Chiang Mai at leisure
  • Free morning for spa, cafes or shopping
  • Wander the moat and Tha Phae Gate area
  • Optional day trip toward the mountains
  • Sunset viewpoint over the valley
  • Farewell Lanna dinner
10
DAY
Day 10 of 13
Fly Chiang Mai to Bangkok
  • Midday flight from Chiang Mai to Bangkok
  • Arrive early afternoon and transfer to the hotel
  • Check in near Pratunam and Ratchathewi
  • Evening dive into Bangkok street food
  • Optional rooftop-bar nightcap
11
DAY
Day 11 of 13
Bangkok icons
  • Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew in the morning
  • Wat Pho reclining Buddha and riverside temples
  • Chao Phraya river boat to Wat Arun
  • Afternoon shopping around Pratunam and malls
  • Dinner and night views over the skyline
12
DAY
Day 12 of 13
Bangkok markets and free time
  • Chatuchak or a floating-market half-day trip
  • Souvenir shopping and cafe stops
  • Optional Thai massage or spa afternoon
  • Last-evening Thai feast in the city
  • Pack for the journey home
13
DAY
Day 13 of 13
Depart Bangkok
  • Leisurely breakfast and check out
  • Any last-minute shopping near the hotel
  • Transfer to Suvarnabhumi Airport
  • Afternoon flight home to India

What It Costs

INDICATIVE · OCTOBER 2025
Flights₹1,20,000
Hotels₹1,20,000
Activities₹80,000
Transport₹55,000
Thai visa & food buffer₹60,000
Trip total · for 4 travellers≈ ₹4,35,000

Prices are as they were when this itinerary was finalised (in October 2025). We price your own trip live, to your dates.

Good to Know

Best season

October sits at the tail of the green season; the Andaman coast is warming up to dry, sunny days while the north stays lush. Pack light layers for cooler Chiang Mai evenings.

Getting around

The four-stop route links by short domestic flights (Krabi to Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai to Bangkok) plus a road-and-ferry hop from Phuket to Krabi, keeping travel days easy for a multi-generation group.

Carnival Magic

The Kamala evening show runs late and is hugely popular; pre-book seats and allow time for the round-trip transfer from Patong.

Krabi island days

Longtail and speedboat tours to Railay, Hong and the Phi Phi group depend on sea conditions; keep an easy buffer day so a weather change doesn't cost you the highlight.

Family pacing

With seniors in the group, this plan balances active island and temple days with unstructured leisure time at each base rather than back-to-back excursions.

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