📅 5-Day Itinerary for Thailand – Perfect for First-Time Visitors (2025 Edition)
🇹🇭 Planning Your First Trip to Thailand? Start with This 5-Day Plan
If you’ve only got 5 days to explore Thailand, don’t worry — it’s enough to see the culture of Bangkok, the beaches of Pattaya, and get a feel for the vibrant energy of the Land of Smiles.
This first-timer itinerary covers the best sights, local food, shopping spots, and day tours, with travel times optimized so you don’t waste a single hour.
Let’s dive into your Thailand 5-Day Plan:
✈️ Day 1: Welcome to Bangkok – Arrival & Culture
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✅ Arrive at Suvarnabhumi or Don Mueang Airport
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🚐 Private airport pickup to your hotel (Pratunam / Sukhumvit suggested)
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🏰 Afternoon visit to Wat Arun or local temples
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🍽️ Dinner: Try Thai BBQ or visit a local night market
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🛌 Stay: 3★/4★ hotel in Central Bangkok
➡️ Book Bangkok Airport Transfer »
🛕 Day 2: Grand Palace, Markets & River Cruise
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📍 Morning: Grand Palace + Wat Phra Kaew (Emerald Buddha)
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🛶 Visit the Floating Market + Maeklong Railway Market
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🚢 Sunset Dinner Cruise on Chao Phraya River
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🛍️ Optional: Night shopping at Asiatique or Platinum Mall
🎯 Suggested Add-on: English-speaking local guide
➡️ Book Floating Market + City Tour Combo »
🌴 Day 3: Transfer to Pattaya – Beach Vibes & Cabaret
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🚐 2-hour drive from Bangkok to Pattaya (included in package)
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🌊 Morning: Coral Island Half-Day Trip (speedboat + lunch)
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🎭 Evening: Alcazar or Tiffany Cabaret Show
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🍹 Optional: Explore Pattaya Walking Street or local markets
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🛌 Stay: Beachfront or city hotel in Pattaya
➡️ Book Coral Island + Show Combo »
🌳 Day 4: Nong Nooch & City Sights
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🌺 Morning: Nong Nooch Tropical Garden + Elephant Show
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🛕 Visit Big Buddha Hill + Pattaya Viewpoint
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🍽️ Lunch at a local seaside Thai restaurant
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🧘 Optional: Thai Massage & spa break
🎯 Great for families or elderly travelers
➡️ Explore Pattaya Day Tours »
🧳 Day 5: Back to Bangkok + Departure
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🚌 Morning transfer back to Bangkok
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🛍️ Last-minute shopping at MBK / Terminal 21
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✈️ Drop at airport 3–4 hours before flight
🎁 Bonus: Add TDAC Visa Assistance before your trip
➡️ Apply for TDAC Online »
✅ Quick Summary of Your 5-Day Thailand Itinerary
Day | City | Highlights |
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Day 1 | Bangkok | Arrival + Local Temples |
Day 2 | Bangkok | Grand Palace, Floating Market, Cruise |
Day 3 | Pattaya | Coral Island + Cabaret Show |
Day 4 | Pattaya | Nong Nooch + City Tour |
Day 5 | Bangkok | Shopping + Departure |
🎯 Total Package Inclusions
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🛏️ 4 Nights Hotel Stay (3★/4★)
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🚐 Private Airport + City Transfers
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🎫 All Entry Tickets & Activities
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🍽️ Optional Meals
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📲 24/7 WhatsApp Support
💳 Prices start from THB 9,500 / person
➡️ Request This Package Now »
🧠 Pro Tips for First-Timers
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✅ Book all key tours in advance (Phi Phi, shows, transfers)
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✅ Apply for TDAC or visa at least 3 days before travel
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✅ Bring light clothes + sunscreen + extra THB cash
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✅ Choose hotels near city centers (Sukhumvit / Beach Road)
📲 Ready to Book Your Thailand 5-Day Tour?
Whether it’s your honeymoon, family getaway, or a solo break —
Tycoon Thai DMC Co Ltd ensures a smooth, local, and unforgettable journey.