35 days in Thailand & Dubai Itinerary

The economic hub of the eponymous island, Phuket Town attracted merchants from China, India, and Portugal long before it became a tourist destination.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Naiyang Beach and Bubba Diving Phuket. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Phuket 3D Museum and Phuket Thaihua Museum. Step out of Phuket Town to go to Nai Yang and see Wat Mongkol Wararam, which is approximately 48 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: tour the pleasant surroundings at Monkey Hill, take an in-depth tour of Thavorn Museum, don't miss a visit to Big Buddha Phuket, and browse the different shops at Central Phuket.

For reviews, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Phuket Town vacation site.

Tel Aviv, Israel to Phuket Town is an approximately 18-hour combination of flight and bus. You can also do a combination of flight and bus. The time zone changes from Israel Standard Time to Indochina Time, which is usually a 5 hour difference. While traveling from Tel Aviv, expect warmer days and a bit warmer nights in Phuket Town, ranging from highs of 39°C to lows of 27°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) to allow enough time to take a shuttle to Krabi Town.

Krabi Town takes you away from the bustle of coastal beach resorts in this region.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Tiger Cave Temple (Wat Tham Suea) and Andaman Museum. We've included these beaches for you: PhraNang Cave Beach and Railay Beach. There's still lots to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Ao Nang Beach, view the masterpieces at Dao Art Gallery, discover the deep blue sea with Sea Gypsy Divers, and examine the collection at Andaman Cultural Center.

Before you visit Krabi Town, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

Traveling by shuttle from Phuket Town to Krabi Town takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 40°C in April, and nighttime lows around 27°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to fly to Bangkok.

Enjoy cultural, historical, and culinary exploration during your holiday in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand and the most populous city in the country.

Head to Chatuchak Weekend Market and Lucky Armani Suitsfor some retail therapy. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Snake Farm (Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute) and Wat Ratchanatdaram Woravihara (Loha Prasat). The adventure continues: steep yourself in history at The Grand Palace, take in the spiritual surroundings of Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun), step into the grandiose world of The Chakri Group (Phra Thinang Chakri Maha Prasat), and make a trip to Wat Pho.

To find traveler tips, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Bangkok travel planning site.

You can do a combination of bus and flight from Krabi Town to Bangkok in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or do a combination of taxi and train. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Krabi Town in April since evenings lows in Bangkok dip to 31°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) so you can fly to Bophut.

Rocky cliffs and sandy bays draw visitors looking for a action along the coastal area in Bophut, where diving and snorkeling opportunitys abound.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Wat Khao Chedi and Buddha’s Footprint Temple. Do your shopping at KoKo Gallery and Modern Suit Samui. Change things up with a short trip to The Source Herbal Detox Retreat in Lamai Beach (about 34 minutes away). The adventure continues: kick back and relax at Maenam Beach, tour the pleasant surroundings at Coral Cove Beach, have unforgettable encounters with CSI: SAMUI Dive School, and don't miss a visit to Pagoda Khao Hua Jook.

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Traveling by flight from Bangkok to Bophut takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry; or do a combination of car and ferry. Traveling from Bangkok in April, expect nights in Bophut to be about the same, around 32°C, while days are little chillier, around 38°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can ride a ferry to Koh Tao.

A holiday in Ko Tao ensures a mix of adventure and relaxation on a fast-developing island in the Gulf of Thailand.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Sat): discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour and then enjoy the sand and surf at Sai Daeng Beach.

To find other places to visit, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Koh Tao vacation planning website.

Traveling by ferry from Bophut to Koh Tao takes 2.5 hours. April in Koh Tao sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 32°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Sat) so you can travel to Pattaya.

Famous for its nightlife and activity-filled seafront, Pattaya remains a major party destination for tourists and expats in Thailand.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Sun): hunt for treasures at Lanpho Nakluea Market, browse the different shops at Terminal 21 Pattaya, then look for gifts at Ama Fashion, and finally browse the different shops at Big C - Central Marina. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 17th (Mon): take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Yansangwararam, get in on the family fun at Upside Down Pattaya, then kick back and relax at Nang Ram Beach, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Rangsri Soon Thorn Temple.

For traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Pattaya trip builder.

You can do a combination of ferry and flight from Koh Tao to Pattaya in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and train; or do a combination of ferry and bus. In April in Pattaya, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 32°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can fly to Chiang Mai.

Discover the diverse history and culture of northern Thailand during a holiday in Chiang Mai, the largest and most significant city in the region.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Wat Chedi Luang Worawihan and Wat Si Suphan. Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Glang-Viang Gallery and CentralFestival Chiangmai. Step out of Chiang Mai with an excursion to Wat Phra That Hariphunchai in Lamphun--about 34 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: explore the different monuments and memorials at Wat Suan Dok, take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Phan Tao, admire the landmark architecture of Wat Chiang Man, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Elephant POOPOOPAPER Park.

To find ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Chiang Mai tour itinerary builder app.

Traveling by flight from Pattaya to Chiang Mai takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Pattaya in April, plan for a bit warmer days in Chiang Mai, with highs around 43°C, while nights are slightly colder with lows around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Fri) so you can travel to Ko Phi Phi Don.

Find your inner peace on Ko Phi Phi Don, the largest island in the eponymous archipelago.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Sat): get active on the water at ProFun Divers and then look for gifts at Phi Phi Postcard Shop. On the 23rd (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: Head underground at Viking Cave, kick back and relax at Long Beach, and then kick back and relax at Laem Tong Bay.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, use the Ko Phi Phi Don trip itinerary builder.

Getting from Chiang Mai to Ko Phi Phi Don by combination of flight, bus, and ferry takes about 7.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of flight and ferry; or take a bus; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Traveling from Chiang Mai in April, you will find days in Ko Phi Phi Don are little chillier (39°C), and nights are about the same (28°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Mon) early enough to travel to Ko Pha-Ngan.

Ko Phangan vacations serve as an ideal escape for backpackers and other spontaneous travelers.

On the 24th (Mon), stop by Pet Tawan Silver Jewelry, then don't miss a visit to Phangan Royal Navy Ship, and then discover the deep blue sea with Plongee Koh Phangan Diving. On the 25th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Khao Tham, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Hat Sadet Beach.

For maps, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Ko Pha-Ngan trip maker tool.

You can do a combination of ferry and bus from Ko Phi Phi Don to Ko Pha-Ngan in 7.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry, bus, and flight; or do a combination of ferry, flight, and bus. Traveling from Ko Phi Phi Don in April, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 32°C in Ko Pha-Ngan. On the 26th (Wed), you'll travel to Dubai.

Take a holiday in Dubai to experience a mix of excitement, entertainment, and relaxation.

Relax by the water at Marina Beach and Kite Beach. Explore hidden gems such as Swim with Dolphins and Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization. Go for a jaunt from Dubai to Sharjah to see Al Noor Mosque about 30 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: buy something for everyone on your list at The Dubai Mall, admire the striking features of Emirates Towers, take an in-depth tour of Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort, and take in the spiritual surroundings of The Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque And Centre.

For reviews, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Dubai online tour planner.

Do a combination of ferry, bus, and flight from Ko Pha-Ngan to Dubai in 14 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and flight; or do a combination of ferry, bus, flight, and shuttle. The time zone difference moving from Indochina Time to Gulf Standard Time is minus 3 hours. Traveling from Ko Pha-Ngan in April, plan for slightly colder nights in Dubai, with lows around 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sat) early enough to fly back home.