Lonely Planet Thailand : Detailed Itineraries | Travel Like a Local | Insider Tips | Covers Bangkok & Around, Phuket & the Andaman Coast, Chiang Mai Province, Ko Samui and more

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Thailand. Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from sinking your toes into the soft white sand of Ko Lipe's Sunrise Beach to slurping boat noodles with locals at food stands in Ayuthaya, and spotting wild elephants on a night safari at Khao Yai National Park.

This classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips, updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Thailand and connect experiences together with ease. Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions. Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including walks through the Buddhas of Wat Pho, explorations of Chatuchak weekend market, and visits to the three Sukhothai-era cities. Special features help you find the perfect beach, navigate Thai food and nightlife, and master market shopping.

Packed with expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, and festivals, this guide includes an essential information toolkit with tips on arriving, transport, making the most of your time and money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility, and responsible travel. Connect with Thai culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions. Complete with inspiring full-colour travel photography, detailed maps, and a pull-out map of Bangkok, this guide covers Bangkok & Around, Central Thailand, Northern Thailand, Chiang Mai Province, Northeastern Thailand, Ko Chang & the Eastern Seaboard, Hua Hin & the Upper Gulf, Ko Samui & the Lower Gulf, and Phuket & the Andaman Coast.