Thailand Tours and Travel

YPT Tours to Thailand

Known as the Kingdom of smiles, Thailand tours ans travel are nothing new to global travellers. For decades now they have been visiting its natural wonders and historical sights, discovering its history, culture and gastronomy, from the White Temple to the infamous Khao San Road.

However, there is a whole other, darker side to Thailand. It offers the kind of adventure that we love and that makes Thailand what you might call a “YPT Destination”.

Group Tours to Thailand

YPT currently offer one tour including Thailand, namely our Ultimate South-East Asian Adventure, a 10-day trip that also goes to Cambodia and Vietnam at a quick pace. If you wish to see more, we offer bespoke tours to Thailand throughout the year.

Ultimate South-East Asia Adventure – July 15-26^th 2024 – $1195

Ultimate South East Asia Adventure

Independent Tours to Thailand

Young Pioneer Tours have run tour that go through Thailand since 2015. YPT can thus arrange tours that go deep into Thailand or link with tours, or as extensions to tours in Myanmar, Cambodia, Vietnam and beyond.

Below is our example Thailand tour. This can be extended or combined with other activities to create independent Thailand tours.

Example of a 7-day Thailand Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Bangkok at your own convenience.
You can spend the afternoon exploring the Grand Palace, the majestic temples of Wat Pho or Wat Arun, or decide to immerse yourself in Thai culture by mingling with the locals at a Muay Thay match or having a look at the floating market.
Start your evening leisurely with a cruise of the canals of Bangkok’s Chao Praya River before heading to the bustling Khao San Road, referred to as “The Vortex” by locals and tourists alike.

Day 2

After breakfast at your hotel, continue your visit of Bangkok before heading to Ayutthaya, located in the North of the city.
Visit the ancient city of Ayutthaya and the temples of Wat Mahathat and Wat Phra Si Sanphet. The ruins of the old city, dating from the 14^th to the 18^th century and characterized by the prang (reliquary towers) and gigantic monasteries are listed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site.
After dinner, take an overnight train to Chiang Mai, departing around 8pm and arriving in the northern city at 7:15am the next morning.

Day 3

After an early check-in at your hotel to freshen up, enjoy a nice breakfast before starting your discovery of the Old City of Chiang Mai and see some of its most beautiful temples, such as Wat Phra Singh. Chiang Mai was founded in 1296 near major trading routes, which gave the city a big historical significance.
In the afternoon, you’ll visit an ethical elephant sanctuary and spend time with these majestic creatures. You can witness the big herd gracefully relax in the park and learn about their individual histories. As YPT stands against animal abuse, we only offer visits to ethical sanctuaries that offer a healthy and fruitful like for the elephants in a natural environment, with no hooks or riding.
In the evening, discover the local night markets or dive into nature at Khao Sok National Park on a night safari.

Day 4

Take a day trip to Chiang Rai, the northernmost city of Thailand. You’ll start with a walking tour of the city, seeing the Black House, the Clock Tower and the Blue Temple.
Visit the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun). This Buddhist temple is one of the most recognizable in the world since it opened in 1997.
For geography buffs, stop at the Golden Triangle, where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet.
In the afternoon, explore the picturesque hill tribe villages and tea plantations to get a grasp of the local life and culture here.

Day 5

Time for a change of scenery. In the morning, fly to Phuket, Thailand’s largest island and relax on the postcard-perfect Patong Beach, a 3-km stretch of pure white sand.
In the afternoon, explore Phuket’s old town’s charming streets and vibrant art scene. This is the perfect place to buy souvenirs, explore old buildings and try Thai traditional dishes.
In the evening, enjoy the vibrant nightlife along Bangla Road – with drinks and street food.

Day 6

Embark on a boat trip to the Phi Phi Islands where you can snorkel in crystal-clear waters teeming with life. Visit Maya Bay, made famous by the movie “The Beach”, arguably one of the most beautiful places in the world.
Explore Ko Phi Phi Don and Ko Phi Phi Leh, famous for their beaches and limestone cliffs. Ko Phi Phi Don is inhabited by a few hundred people, while Ko Phi Phi Leh is deserted and feels like a newfound Paradise.

Day 7

Head to Krabi, known for its dramatic limestone cliffs. Visit Railay Beach for rock climbing or simply relax on the beach. This is also a good place to meet the locals. Villagers of the small Ko Klang island have been running a Community Based Tourism project to help visitors learn about their traditions and way of life.
In the afternoon, explore the small city of Ao Nang and indulge in some last-minute shopping.
Catch your flight back to Bangkok -or to your next destination – in the evening for Krabi airport, or stay for more enchanting visits!

Bespoke tours to Thailand

As part of our travel packages within South-East Asia, we can offer bespoke and independent tours to Thailand. These can be done as full Thai tours or be combined with other countries.

For more information on the following programs, simply get in touch.

Historical Thailand Tours

YPT can offer tour stop Thailand that fit more with the ancient history of the country, as well as the contemporary events. If you want to take in slowly, YPT can arrange bike historical Thailand tours to fit your needs.

Eco-Tourism in Thailand

Young Pioneer Tours can arrange trips to the lesser seen places of Thailand, such as the rural areas that cater to eco-tourism within the country, or community based trips.

Charter Railway Tours in Thailand

YPT can arrange charter train travel trips throughout Thailand on private trains. These can be arranged to fit on numerous parts of the Thai railway system, with us taking in all the major sites along the way.

Thailand by Train – Thailand and Laos by Train

YPT can take you on a train journey from Bangkok to Lampang, then Chang Mai, before we head into Laos checking out Luang Prabang and Vang Vieng, before returning to Thailand. Get in touch to view our Thailand by train itinerary, or for us to design you a bespoke train tour in Thailand.

Bangkok to Singapore Tour

Starting with an underground tour of Bangkok, we then utilize the train network to go Ko Samui and Ao Nang, before heading into Penang (Malaysia), before finishing in Singapore. This trip has us utilizing homestays, night trains and really embracing the food.

Underground Bangkok Tours

Discover our famous underground Bangkok tour. This takes us to haunted and abandoned buildings, has us checking out the seedy underbelly of Bangkok, as well as several extras which can be arranged to suit your needs.

Underground Thailand Tours

Bangkok and the wider country have some amazing dark tourism, urbex and contemporary historical sites that few tourists get to see. Working with our local partners, YPT can arrange and underground and dark tourism tours to Thailand. Get in touch to have a bespoke itinerary planned for you.

South-East Asian overland tours

YPT can arrange overland tours throughout South-East Asia that can combine Thailand with travel to Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam directly, as well as linking further to mainland China and Burma.

Football tours to Thailand

While Thailand might not be renowned for its football, there is a vibrant scene here, both domestically and internationally. YPT can arrange tours designed to watch live Thai League matches, as well as for touring teams to play matches within the country.

School trips to Thailand

In 2019, YPT arranged its first school trip to Thailand, with a focus on the local history. These can be combined with Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos, with us having full adaptability deepening on your schedule.

Filming in Thailand

Through our media arm Pioneer Media we can make arrangements for productions, journalists, or others to film within Thailand from big budget to guerrilla productions. We can also arrange meetings in country, as well as correct visas for journalist wishing to do projects within Thailand.

Frequently asked Questions about travel to Thailand

Do I need a visa to visit Thailand?

Most people do not need a visa and can simply enter as a tourist. We advise that you check your status before booking travel to Thailand.

Is it safe to travel to Thailand?

Thailand is by and large a safe place to travel to, but there are dangers and scams within the country that you need to be careful about. YPT can advise on safety in the country.

Is Thailand vegetarian and vegan friendly?

Quite simply when it comes to vegetarians and vegans, Thailand is one of the friendliest countries, with the Buddhist culture meaning lots of meat free options.

Can I get a SIM card in Thailand?

5G coverage in Thailand is excellent and SIM cards and data are extremely cheap. It is also possible to get an e-SIM in Thailand.

Do I need travel insurance in Thailand?

We do strongly recommend that travellers to all our destinations have travel insurance. Accidents or medical conditions can happen anywhere and it’s best to be prepared since medical facilities in Thailand may be very basic. A proper travel insurance should include coverage for (medical) evacuation/repatriation costs by helicopter, plane or ship.

You should always do your own research about insurance, but we at YPT use IATI. Using our referral link below will give you a 5% discount off their usual price: https://www.iatitravelinsurance.com/en/?r=23612524710385

Why travel to Thailand with Young Pioneer Tours?

Thailand might be an easy country to visit, but seeing the real side of it and getting off the beaten path is less easy to do. YPT live here and are experts in the country through our own trial and error. That’s why we can show you the unseen and undiscovered Thailand that few westerns get to see.