Top Activities on the Ground in Thailand - page 3

An experienced English-speaking local leader bike with you to some of Chiang Mai’s top must-see attractions but without the throngs of tourists. Visit Wat Loke Molee to hear the monks chant, Thapae Gate, Wat Chedi Luang, end the bike tour with street food tasting at Chiang Mai Gate Market. Traveling at night allows for cooler temperatures and fewer tourists.

Discover the best that Bangkok has to offer on this full-day private tour of the city. Visit all of the must-see attractions such as the Grand Palace, Chinatown, the vibrant flower market, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, and much more. Learn about the city’s rich history, religion, and culture from your informative guide as you drive around Bangkok in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle.

Explore the hills around Chiang Main on a half-day adventure on an electronic bicycle. Your experienced, English-speaking tour guide will be with you throughout your experience as you ride through scenic countryside and visit temples, villages, and rice paddies. All equipment, including helmets, will be provided and lunch or snacks will be served at no extra charge.

Master the basics of Thai cuisine on this tour, with this cooking class with a professional chef in Bangkok. The morning class starts off with a guided visit to Asok market to shop for ingredients, while the afternoon and evening classes feature a mango carving workshop. After, get your hands dirty by making curry paste from scratch as well as traditional Thai dishes during a hands-on cooking class. Then sit down to feast on a delicious homemade lunch or dinner.

Soar through the air and enjoy ziplining, skywalks, and Thailand's highest speed roller zipline at Hanuman World near Phuket. Choose from multiple combined programs featuring up to 32 zipline platforms and scenic treetop bridges. Convenient transportation takes you from your hotel to the course, where you can enjoy sweeping views over Phuket and the Andaman Sea. Restaurant available on-site.

Learn about Thai cuisine during a half-day cooking class in Bangkok. Start with a look at the ingredients at the local market, then return to your air-conditioned kitchen to begin your small-group cooking lesson. Choose five dishes from a choice of more than 20—including pineapple fried rice and green curry—to make under the guidance of your chef-instructor, who conducts the class in a kitchen conveniently located near a BTS (Skytrain) station. Enjoy your creations plus a complimentary dessert and fruit.

See the highlights of Bangkok by bike without worrying about losing your way on a guided group cycling tour. Venture down the narrow alleyways of Chinatown. Cruise through markets and backstreets and explore Thonburi with your professional guide who will point out all the highlights and attractions of this dynamic city.

Keep everyone entertained while on vacation in Krabi by spending an adrenaline-filled half day at a zipline park. Experience 11 ziplines, including an 850-foot-long (250-meter) wire that is high above the tree canopy and offers sweeping views of Krabi and a 230-foot (70-meter) abseil/rappel from the top of a magnificent limestone cliff. Snacks and transfers from Ao Nang and Krabi Town are included.

There’s no better way to discover the charms of rural Thailand than on two wheels. Challenge your skills and soak up the culture as you pedal through rice paddies and rural villages, and along irrigation canals, culminating in a tour of the vast Sukhothai UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your package includes everything you need: lunch, snacks, water, guide, tickets, transfers to the start point, and a 24-speed mountain bike.

Experience Chiang Mai’s night markets with an insider guide on this evening food tour. Enjoy a mixture of exploring the city on foot and by songthaew (shared truck). Bring an appetite for this small-group food tour, which includes samples of all sorts of tasty treats, and learn how to order in Thai.

Travel from midday to midnight to the hidden wonders of Phang Nga Bay, including a kayaking tour of limestone sea caves and cliff-lined lagoons. Ride a powerboat to the emerald waters and keep an eye out for sea eagles, egrets and other wildlife while you paddle your kayak with an expert guide. After dark, float your own self-made flower ‘Krathong’ at a Loi Krathong festival, followed by a seafood buffet dinner. Lunch and round-trip transport from Phuket hotels or airport included.

Get the perfect introduction to Krabi’s limestone on a half-day rock climbing tour at Railay Beach. Learn belay techniques and basic safety from an expert guide, then use a secure top rope to practice your skills on cliffs above Railay and Phra Nang. Work with a small group to scale routes that range from beginner to intermediate, and challenge yourself to take on some of the world’s most scenic rocks for unrivaled views of the Andaman Coast.

Discover the best of Thailand’s Phi Phi Islands during this 8-hour sightseeing day trip by speedboat from Phuket. See why visitors flock to these idyllic islands as you enjoy time for snorkeling, swimming, and lounging on their white-sand beaches. You’ll visit Khai Island, tour the famous Maya Bay (as seen in the film ‘The Beach’), and visit Bamboo Island, Monkey Beach, and the Viking Cave.

The longest and highest Zipline in Asia! Challenge yourself with a total 3,600-meter-long zipline over the forest of Chiang Mai mountains. Test your body-controlling skill on various platforms including bridges, nets, and spiral staircases. KingKong Smile Zipline is exciting and fun experience you must try!

Phuket's food and cultural sights are spread across the island, and finding the good spots—and knowing what to order—is hard on your own. Cover them on a guided tour instead, tasting your way through snacks and a full lunch as you go. Visit Phuket Old Town and the Big Buddha, and stop at Wat Chalong to learn about its place in local Buddhist life, with the route handled for you.

Prebook your admission ticket to a muay Thai boxing match session at Patong Boxing Stadium in Phuket to guarantee your seat at the venue on the night of the fight you want to see. This boxing match is full of energy and one of the most thrilling to see in person—plus, the venue is one of the largest in South Thailand. Ideal for sports fans looking for a night out.

Get more out of limited time in Thailand by going on this guided e-bike adventure in outer Chiang Mai. To help make the day run as smoothly as possible, the trip begins with hotel pickup. Then receive a special fat tire e-bike—a perfect vehicle for traveling on bumpy roads. The route showcases lots of diverse terrain and beautiful scenery, including Wat Ton Kwen temple, the Ping River, and Wat Chang Nam archeological site.

Centuries of history underpin the delicate movements and graceful arm work of traditional Thai dance. Discover it on this intimate introductory class with an experienced, qualified teacher at one of Bangkok’s original dance schools. Don an authentic costume, including traditional nail extensions, learn the basic positions, then try your hand at three styles of dance to three different songs. Includes a snack, a herbal drink, and transfers from ICONSIAM pier.

Escape the chaos of Bangkok and explore the tropical gardens and rural communities just beyond the city streets during this half-day cycling tour. Ride along the Chao Phraya River aboard a traditional long boat to Phra Pradaeng. Then, follow your friendly and professional guide through narrow cycling paths, stunning views, and sample some local snacks. This tour is an ideal way to add a bit of exercise and adventure to any trip to Bangkok.

Combine a bike tour with dinner at a riverside restaurant and a sightseeing cruise for an enchanting evening in Bangkok. Start with a relaxed bike ride along the quiet backstreets of Thailand’s capital city, then have dinner as night falls, with views of the Chao Phraya River from your table. Last, set out by boat to look for fireflies and other sights during the 1-hour river cruise.

Skip the hassle of coordinating ferries, meals, and island activities, and experience Phi Phi and Maya Bay in one seamless day from Phuket. This premium speedboat tour combines snorkeling, paddleboarding, and visits to iconic island locations with meals and refreshments provided throughout the day. Flexible departure options and included hotel pickup for select departures help make the experience smooth and convenient.

When visiting Chiang Mai, it can be tricky as an outsider to know the safest places to trek through the jungle. Eliminate the guesswork and ensure a safe hiking adventure by opting for a guided tour. As well as being led through the wild and beautiful landscape, the trip also includes a stop at Trad Monk waterfall, and a chance to try out tubing down a river.

Explore the must-see destination of Ayutthaya by bicycle — a great way to get around the ancient capital of Siam, especially when you have limited time. This half-day bike tour departs in the morning or afternoon for community markets and temple ruins, including the Historic City of Ayutthaya, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Admission is included at key sites like Wat Phra Sri Sanphet and Wat Mahathat.

The island of Phuket is known for its stunning white-sand beaches but the island is also bursting with culture and history. Take a guided tour around the island to discover some of its most beautiful beaches, Siamese architecture, Buddhist temples, and the Big Buddha made of marble. This tour is ideal for first-time visitors who want to know more about the island’s culture.