Thailand

Marvel at the country’s splendid golden Buddhas and countless wats (temple-monasteries)

Shop, eat and pummel your senses in the bustling capital of Bangkok

Explore the fascinating ruins of Ayutthaya, Siam’s ancient capital

Hike, trek or take part in a local village homestay in Thailand’s stunning national parks and rural areas

Explore the turquoise waters, jungle-clad islands and white sandy beaches of Thailand’s stunning coast

Slow down your pace with a visit to the tranquil, temple-laden northern capital of Chiang Mai

See the heady mix of stalls at one of Thailand’s famous floating markets

Indulge in spa treatments, natural springs, waterfalls and stunning scenery in Pai

Appreciate the elegant beauty of Thai royal culture by watching a performance of classical music and dance

Take a yoga class, learn Thai massage or brush up on your Thai cooking skills

Relax your travel-weary muscles with a world-renowned Thai massage

Follow the locals’ lead and hit up a local night market for food and fun

Eat your way around the street stalls and local restaurants of this food-lovers paradise!

Thailand’s climate is heavily influenced by its location in the tropical monsoon zone of mainland Southeast Asia, with three distinct seasons: the hot season (March-May), the monsoon/rainy season (June-October) and the cool season (November-February). Thailand’s tropical climate means you can expect temperatures ranging from mild to very hot year-round.

Most of the country is extremely humid, with the exceptions being Chiang Mai and the mountains to the north and the Khorat Plateau to the northeast, where it is cooler and drier.

Thailand receives generous precipitation during its rainy season, with the southern regions receiving the most rainfall and for the longest period. Diurnal (daily) and annual temperature ranges in the southern regions are very minor, and more pronounced in the northern regions.

In Bangkok and further south, the tropical monsoon climate is much more apparent and average daily temperatures range from a minimum of 20°C (68°F) to a maximum of 35°C (95°F) year-round, with very little variance from month to month.

In Chiang Mai and further north, the tropical monsoon climate is less apparent and average daily temperatures vary from a minimum of 14.2°C (57.6°F) to a maximum of 29.4°C (84.9°F) in January; to a minimum of 23.8°C (74.8°F) to a maximum of 31.8°C (89.2°F) in July.

Thailand is +7 hours ahead of UTC/GMT time

Standard Thai is the primary and official language, spoken by almost all of the population.

Malay, Burmese, Mon, Khmer and various hill tribe and Sino-Tibetan languages are spoken among different rural and ethnic communities.

English is a secondary language of the elite, and widely spoken in business, government, tertiary education and tourism spheres, and among younger generations.

Thais are generally very friendly and attempts on your part to learn some basic Thai will be happily received!

Thai Baht (THB)

All major currencies are easily exchanged in Thailand including USD, EUR, GBP and AUD.

ATM's are easily accessible and reliable throughout Thailand.

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Electricity in Thailand is 230 Volts, at 50 hertz. The most common pin types are A. (2 flat prong) or type C. (2 round prong).

Electricity in Thailand is 230 Volts, at 50 hertz. The most common pin types are A. (2 flat prong) or type C. (2 round prong).

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Please refer to our Travel Advisory page for updates on recent events, travel warnings and advice.

We strongly recommend that all clients take out travel insurance at the time of booking to cover against sickness, accident, loss of baggage, unexpected alterations to travel arrangements and travel disruption, emergency evacuation, cancellations, etc. Insurance information is enclosed with your pre-departure information. Please contact us if you would like to obtain a quote for your trip duration.

We suggest that you consult your doctor, local government inoculation centre or a travel medical specialist in order to get the most current advice regarding vaccination requirements.

Money and valuables should always be stored safely when travelling. Keep your passport with you at all times and do not leave it in your main luggage. You will need it to change money and check into hotels. Where safety deposit boxes are available, we recommend that you use them. Keep jewellery and valuables to a minimum.