Why Your Family Will Love Thailand
Thailand is truly one of the best destinations in the world to take a family holiday. But let’s face it, planning a vacation around the world with kids is no easy picnic. That’s where we’d love to help. We’ve been living here for 16 years, raising our 3 little girls. We’re a real family with real travel stories. So we’re happy to share with you the absolute best places to visit in Thailand with this 3 week Thailand Itinerary.
Just in case you’re still on the fence if bringing your family all the way over to Thailand is actually worth the long flight, here’s:
Why your family will fall in love with Thailand, like ours has:
- Imagine sipping fresh coconut on one of the most exquisite beaches in the world while your kids build castles in the powdery soft sand.
- Thankfully, Thailand is a relatively safe place to visit. I actually feel safer in Thailand than in my own hometown of Nashville, TN.
- If you’re looking for an affordable family vacation, Thailand is it! Imagine staying at an incredible 4 star resort for less than $70/night and eating out for less than $15 for a family of 5!
- Thailand is nicknamed the ‘Land of Smiles for a reason’ — the Thai people are so kind and helpful.
- Super kid-friendly. Not only are the Thais so kind to my children, but they have some of the best family resorts in the world with epic kids club rooms and private waterparks for pools.
- The cultural heritage of the Thai people creates an enriching experience for the whole family to see and experience.
- Most Thai people in the tourist areas speak good English.
3 Week Thailand Itinerary Overview
As with planning any trip, the hardest part is narrowing down where to go, how to get there, and where to stay?!?! We got you covered! Let this 3 Week Thailand Itinerary be your go-to guide for uncovering the very best places to visit in Thailand — from island hopping across turquoise waters down South to visiting sacred temples and elephant sanctuaries in the North.
After living here for the past 16 years and traveling all over, you can trust me when I say that these are the top 4 must-visit places in Thailand that you shouldn’t miss on your family vacation to Thailand.
These cities will truly give you a unique experience that we’ve never seen anywhere else in the world.
3 WEEK THAILAND ITINERARY OVERVIEW
Day 1-3 : Bangkok
Most of the International flights will fly into the capital city. This is actually a good thing and worth adding to any Thailand itinerary because Bangkok has the most popular temples and the best cultural attractions. Many of these must-visit family attractions in Thailand are kid-friendly.
Day 4-9 : Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is a quaint Thai village nestled up North in the mountains. The vibrant markets, the ancient temples, and the sticky waterfalls make this one of the best places to visit on any Thailand itinerary. Taking an overnight sleeper train to Chiang Mai from Bangkok is one of those once-in-a-lifetime experiences worth adding to your family travel bucket list too.
Day 10-14: Railay Beach in Krabi
Railay Beach in Krabi is one of the best beaches in Thailand, maybe even the world. The stunning limestone cliffs jutting up out of the emerald blue sea are absolutely stunning. This beach is only accessible by boat, which makes it all the more charming! This place is in my Top 3 places in the world! Seriously, even if you just have 1 week here, super family-friendly hotel on Railay beach should be on your Thailand Itinerary!
Day 15-18: Koh Lipe Island
Koh Lipe Island is dubbed the ‘Maldives of Thailand’ for its pristine white sand beaches and crystal blue waters, Koh Lipe Island is one of those must-visit places in Thailand. Perfect for adding to a 3 week Thailand itinerary! Being a walkable beach town that has kept its local Thai charm makes it one of the best beaches in Thailand to go island hopping.
THAILAND ISLAND HOPPING TIP: Koh Phi Phi Island, Koh Samui Island, and Phuket Island are also great island hopping destinations in Thailand. However, they have become very crowded and over-commercialized. This means they have lost some of their Thai charm and also their ‘paradise vibe’ (IMHO). Go island hopping to Railay Beach and Koh Lipe instead!
Day 19-21: Back to Bangkok
Give your family a couple days to relax and unwind before that long international flight back home. Explore the rich Thai heritage by biking or driving a golf cart around Ancient City. Then catch the most beautiful sunset in the tallest building in Thailand before ending the night at a vibrant market and foodie haven!
With this 3 Week Thailand Itinerary, I’ll share all the details you need to have a smooth and unforgettable trip with your family — from amazing family resorts in Krabi, to the best way to get to Chiang Mai, to the ideal time to visit Thailand, and so much more!
Up Next : a Step-by-Step 3 Week Thailand Itinerary of Where to Go, How to Get Around, the Best Family Hotels, and the Best Things to Do with Kids
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Bangkok Travel Guide
Day 1-3 : Fun Things to Do, Eat, & Explore in Bangkok
Maybe you’ve heard negative remarks about the sex tourism, which gives the capital a bad rap. But don’t skip this sprawling metropolitan that is full of Thai heritage spots, the best cultural attractions in Thailand, and is a foodie haven.
Maybe you’re wondering: Is Bangkok safe to visit with kids?
After being a local here for the past 16 years, raising 3 little girls, I would humbly say yes. Not only do I feel more safe in Bangkok than I do in New York City, but I actually feel more safe in Bangkok than my own hometown of Nashville.
Day 1 : Arrival in Bangkok
For the first day on your 3 week Thailand itinerary, be sure to give yourself time to get through immigration and check into your hotel. Thailand has some of the most kid-friendly hotels that I’ve ever seen in all our international travel with family around the world.
IMMIGRATION TIP: Anytime you travel internationally, it’s important to know the visa requirements before you even book your flights.
After you get checked into your Thai digs, then adventure out to:
- grab some Green Pea Chips or Coconut Water at a 7Eleven — there is one on nearly every corner in Bangkok!
- Try some local street food like Pad Thai noodles or Satay Chicken skewers — the key to eating street food is making sure it is piping hot when you buy it and eat it.
Day 2-3: Explore the top tourist attractions via the Bangkok Hop on Hop off River Boat Taxi
With more than 10 popular tourist attractions located right off the Bangkok Hop on Hop off river taxi, you can easily make this a 2 day affair on your 3 week Thailand itinerary. Visiting these 10 attractions across a 2 day period will help you not feel rushed or exhausted going from attraction to attraction. If you don’t make it to all 10 piers, then I’d for sure do these:
- Take an unforgettable TukTuk ride from the pier to the famous Grand Palace
- Dress up in traditional Thai costume at Wat Arun Temple of the Dawn
- Stop by the interactive Siam Museum to learn about Thai history in a fun way
- Watch the laser water fountain show at Icon Siam
- Ride the 6 story tall ferris wheel at Asiatique
Other benefits of the Hop on Hop off Bangkok River Taxi:
- Kids will love riding the open air, double-decker boat
- Enjoy the scenic views while cruising along the river
- Avoid Bangkok's horrendous gridlock traffic jams
- 10 different piers, each has a famous tourist attraction
- Attractions are within a 10-15 minute walk from the pier
- Jump on and off an unlimited number of times in one day
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Where to Stay in Bangkok
Where to Stay in Bangkok for families?
LUXURY STAY IN BANGKOK:
If you’re not on a specific budget, I’d highly recommend staying at the Shangri-La Bangkok Hotel, which was voted the most kid-friendly hotel in Bangkok.
MID-RANGE HOTEL IN BANGKOK:
If you’re like our family, you want a great stay at a reasonable price. Thus, I’d highly recommend staying at the Novotel Living Bangkok Sukhumvit because up to 2 kids aged 16 and under can stay free.
BANGKOK BUDGET-FRIENDLY FAMILY HOTEL:
We also really love the Jasmine Grand Residence because it has our favorite swimming pool in all of Bangkok along with 1-3 bedroom suites for just $75-$150 USD. Such a steal!
FAMILY-FRIENDLY AIRBNB HOMES:
One of the most charming vacation homes in Bangkok was this AirBNB Home near the main Sukhumvit Road. With a play room full of toys, 2 lounge spaces with Smart TVs for movie nights, and a soaking tub for mom, this is a perfect place to stay in Bangkok for families.
HOTEL TIP: Here are 10 must know tips before booking your stay in Bangkok.
BEST FAMILY HOTEL IN BANGKOK:
JASMINE GRAND RESIDENCE
With 1, 2, and 3 bedroom suites that have a living room, dining area, kitchenette, washing machine, etc. for only about $55-$110 USD!
The delicious buffet breakfast, the friendly reception who are ready to help you 24 hours a day in a foreign country, and the epic swimming pool with a slide, fountains, and kiddie area make this a great choice!
Chiang Mai Travel Guide
Day 4-9: Head up North to Chiang Mai
Day 4 : HOW TO GET TO CHIANG MAI FROM BANGKOK
Overnight Sleeper Train to Chiang Mai from Bangkok
- Taking the Overnight Train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai was truly an unforgettable experience for our whole family.
- However, it’s not for those seeking a luxury vacation, but if you want a memorable trip with a once-in-a-lifetime experience, then I highly recommend taking the overnight sleeper train on your 3 weeks Thailand itinerary.
- If you do decide to take the overnight train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, it’s super important to book your train tickets in advance because the 1st class private sleeper cabins or even the 2nd class bottom bunks sell out fast!
- We tried to book the 1st class cabin from Bangkok to Chiang Mai 3 months in advance, and it was already sold out! Booo!
- So for our most recent trip, we did the 2nd class sleeper Train Car 9 — seats 9, 10, 11, and 12 (two top bunks and two bottom bunks across from each other creating our own little private nook).
TRAIN TRANSPORTATION TIP #1: we took the 18:40-07:15 sleeper train to Chiang Mai, which is the newest of all the overnight trains.
TRAIN TRANSPORTATION TIP #2: Kids under 150 cm or age 12 can not sleep on the top bunk nor can they have a bunk to themselves for safety reasons. They did however let our 6 and 8 year old bunk together on a bottom bunk.
TRAIN TRANSPORTATION TIP #3: Pre-book your trains tickets in advance on 12go.com
- The 1st class overnight sleeper cabins sell out fast!
- The 2nd class lower bunks sell out fast!
- Unfortunately, the Thailand Railway System still has no direct way to book train tickets online.
- So the best place to book your train tickets in advance is from the reputable 12go.com site. They send a staff to personally buy your train tickets from the railway station. Do read all their disclaimers before purchasing because the exact berth might already be sold out. If so, they will quickly contact you with another option.
Direct Flight to Chiang Mai from Bangkok
- If you are short on time, then taking a domestic flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is another good option.
- The domestic airline with the best safety record is Air Asia. This is the one our family usually chooses.
- We have also flown with Thai Airways, Bangkok Airways, Nok Air, Thai Lion, and Vietjet.
- However, no matter how cheap Vietjet tickets are, I don’t recommend flying with them because it was the least amount of legroom I’ve ever experienced. It’s cheap for a reason I guess.
- I do recommend you book a domestic flight at least 1-3 months in advance because you can score some pretty good deals of just 800-1200 baht (~$22-$35 USD) each way.
- If you already know you will have luggage that weighs more than 7 kilos (~15lbs), then I highly recommend you pre-purchase extra luggage weight for a better deal.
- Here’s another blog post with lots more details on how to get to Chiang Mai from Bangkok
Day 5: Sticky Waterfalls in Chiang Mai
- Very top on my list of the best things to do in Chiang Mai is a trip to the Bua Tong Sticky Waterfalls.
- The naturally-formed limestone makes this waterfalls area have a non-slip surface making it safe for littles to venture around on the ‘sticky’ floor surface.
- Both young and old will love hiking up the waterfall amidst the lush tropical rainforest.
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Day 6: Visit the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary in Chiang Mai
- Elephant Sanctuaries are a very controversial topic. But after living in Thailand for 16+ years and seeing how well these majestic creatures are now being taken care of in these elephant sanctuaries, it makes me want to highly recommend them to everyone who visits Thailand!
- When I first moved to Thailand back in 2004, baby elephants were paraded on the streets of Bangkok like malnourished dogs on a leash. It was very sad to witness!
- Nowadays, there are quite a few ‘ethical’ elephant sanctuaries in Thailand, and I believe The Elephant Jungle Sanctuary is one of them.
- In the past, elephants were used as ‘work animals’ whether for agriculture, the logging industry, or in war. But in recent times, a decline in their natural habitat has led these majestic animals to find refuge in these elephant sanctuaries.
- Here, they have a relatively safe and natural habitat, free from the worries of being killed for meat or used in the workforce. Also, I have come to learn that each elephant’s care giver is usually with them for their entire lifetime. I truly believe that visiting these elephant sanctuaries actually helps ensure their survival.
- Can you imagine the cost of feeding these elephants? I would imagine its like trying to feed 60 growing teenage boys! Whoa — That would be expensive!
- Visiting these majestic creatures at least once on your family Thailand itinerary is a must!
- This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience to get to observe how the elephants live, eat, sleep, and bathe.
- The kids will love giving the elephants a mud bath in the river!
- I also liked how the Elephant Jungle Sanctuary provided lunch and roundtrip transportation from our family-friendly hotel in Chiang Mai.
Day 7: Reach Thailand’s Highest Peak in Chiang Mai
One of the best things to do in Chiang Mai with kids is to take a day trip up into the mountains of the Doi Inthanon National Park.
- Get an epic view of the national park overlooking the twin pagodas that were dedicated to the late king and queen of Thailand at the Grand Pagoda Nabhapolbhumisiri
- Get a family photo next to the Summit Sign at Thailand’s highest peak!
- Then take a leisurely stroll along the Ang Ka Nature Trail.
- Have lunch at the Hmong Market to help support the local Karen Hill Tribe and get a glimpse at village life
- Stop at Ban Mae Klang Luang for a locally sourced cup of coffee — nestled near the terraced rice fields
- If time, visit the towering 80 meter tall Wachirathon Waterfalls in Chiang Mai
Day 8: Go Souvenir Shopping at One of the Vibrant Markets in Chiang Mai
Another one of the best things to do in Chiang Mai with kids is to visit one of the famous and colorful markets.
Depending on which night of the week you can go, these are the best Chiang Mai markets to go with kids:
Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
- Open Nightly from 6pm
- Spans across multiple streets in the center of Chiang Mai
- Mostly geared for tourists
- lots of hand-crafted souvenirs, candles, paintings, clothing, etc
- a foodie haven
- Negotiating the price with the vendors is pretty normal
Sunday Night Walking Street
- From 5pm-11pm on Sundays
- Located off Ratchadamoen Road
- From Wat Phra Singh temple to the end at the Tha Pae Gate
- geared toward both tourists and Thais
- A foodie haven with many food and drink options
- Lots of handicrafts, post cards, clothing, candles, paintings, and souvenir items
- You can bargain and negotiate with these stalls
- Just FYI: It’s very crowded and hardly no where to sit for dinner.
Saturday Night Walking Street
- Also called Wualai Walking Street Market
- Saturdays from 6pm-11pm
- Located on Wualai Road
- Geared more towards Thai style but a few shops geared toward tourists
- Less crowded
- Less overwhelming than the very large Night Bazaar and Sunday Night Walking Street Market
- Has tons of food vendors and many souvenir stalls also
Worarot Market
- Indoor section and local shophouses nearby are Open Daily until 5pm
- After 5pm, a whole new set of street stall vendors pop up
- Mostly selling snack foods, dehydrated food items, clothing, etc.
- Be adventurous and try silk worms, fermented sour sausage, and some durian fruit. These are local Thai favorites!
- Note: many shops close on Sunday
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Day 9: Explore the Chiang Mai Old City in a Tuk Tuk
Delve into the rich history of this ancient city with its prominent temples and stunning Lanna architecture. The kids will surely love getting to visit these 3 famous Chiang Mai tourist spots from the thrill of a tuk tuk ride!
But in truth, you can easily walk to all 3 of these Chiang Mai ancient ruins and temples. They are all located within a 15 minute walk of each other. But do give yourself at least an hour to explore the area at each Chiang Mai temple or ancient ruin.
Wat Phra Singh Temple
- One of the most famous ancient ruins and temple in Chiang Mai
- This temple was built in 1345
- It houses the most revered buddhist statue, the Phra Phuttha Sihing aka the Lion Buddha.
- Best to visit in late afternoon
- Wat Phra Singh Temple is open daily from 9am-6pm
Wat Chedi Luang
- A must-visit ancient ruin and temple found in Chiang Mai Old Town
- Stunning Lanna architecture dating back to the 14th century
- 50 baht entrance fee at the gate
- If you visit in the evening, not only is it cooler but you’d probably get to see the buddhist monks in their orange wardrobes performing their duties
TIP #1: For every visit to a Thai temple, be sure your clothing covers your shoulders and knees.
Tha Phae Gate
- A historical landmark that dates back to the 13th century
- When the city was founded by King Mangrai, these gates protected the old city.
- Tha Phae Gate is usually a focal point for many of the local cultural events and festivals like Loygratong, Song Kran, etc.
- The kids will like chasing off the 100s of pigeons that call this place home!
- Open daily and can visit anytime
- Entrance is free
Where to Stay in Chiang Mai
Budget-friendly Vacation Rental in Chiang Mai
Astra Sky River Chang Klan Condo in Chiang Mai
We almost stayed at the Astra Sky Condo, but we opted to spend a little more $ to get a more quintessential Lanna-style feel at the I-River below
Cost: About 1,500 baht ($50 USD) for a 2 BR Apt
- 2 Bedroom Apartment with Queen & Twin Bed
- Stunning Rooftop Swimming Pool with incredible Mountain and River Views
- Within walking distance of the Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
Mid-Range Family Hotel in Chiang Mai
i-River Chiang Mai Resort – an incredible family-friendly 3 Star Hotel:
Cost: Only 3,500 THB/night (about $100 USD) in a Deluxe Family Room
- Deluxe Family Room had 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds — with River Views and Direct access to the pool!
- Kids up to age 11 stay free if using existing bedding! This was perfect for our family of 5
- Beautiful pool with lovely wooden deck overlooking the river (no kiddie pool though so bring floaties!)
- Just a 10-15 minute walk to the Chiang Mai Night Market
- Restaurants within 5 minute walk away
- The Continental Breakfast had your typical toast and hard-boiled eggs, fruit, and yogurt, but it also had quintessential Thai treats that rotated. That was special!
- We loved that the Bottled Water, Coffee, Hot Cocoa, and Hot Tea were available all day long
- We loved sipping hot cocoa at night with the girls out on the deck watching the twinkling lights of the city across the way and even saw fireworks one night too!
**Important Tip: Since there are only 2 of these Deluxe Family Rooms, they sell out fast!
Luxury Stay in Chiang Mai
High on our bucket list to stay at next time is the RatiLanna Riverside Spa Resort
Cost: 11,500 THB/night (about $350 USD) for 2 Deluxe Connecting Rooms
- Elegant Rooms with beautiful Lanna-style decor to give you that quintessential Thailand vibe
- Stunning views of the river from the infinity pool and beautifully manicured landscaping all around
- World-class Service at every turn
- Superb Buffet Breakfast
- Free Shuttle to the Chiang Mai Night Bazaar (about a 10 minute ride)
*PLEASE NOTE : the price ranges are up-to-date as of the date of publishing this post. They may vary from season to season.
Krabi Travel Guide
Day 10-14 : Explore Down South in Krabi
One of the best destinations in Thailand to add to your bucket list is Railay Beach, Krabi.
I would even say Krabi is one of the best places to visit in the world right along side Milos, Greece and Cinque Terre, Italy.
Seriously friends, skip Phuket.
Why? Phuket is overly touristy now. It has lost most of its quintessential Thai charm. Although Phuket has some very beautiful beaches and lots of kid-friendly resorts, which still make Phuket an incredible place to take a family vacation to Thailand. But if you’re looking for a one of a kind beach experience — where you feel like you’ve stepped into paradise, Railay Beach is truly magical!
How to Get to Krabi
HOW TO GET TO KRABI FROM CHIANG MAI:
Domestic Flight from Chiang Mai to Krabi :
- The only way I recommend going from way up north in Chiang Mai to way down south in Krabi is by a domestic flight from Chiang Mai to Krabi.
- The direct flight would probably be about 5,000-6,000 baht per person (~$130-$170 USD). So not a cheap option per se, but a great time saver.
- The direct flight from Chiang Mai to Krabi is only around 2+ hours.
- Be sure to book this flight at least 6-12 weeks in advance for the best prices!
- Again, the domestic airline with the best safety record is currently Air Asia.
- Our family always personally chooses Air Asia Airlines because they usually have an affordable option and multiple flights per day.
- Our other two favorite domestic airlines are Thai Airways and Bangkok Airways, but they are usually more pricey and offer less flights per day.
- However, they do usually include a checked-in luggage and a carry-on suitcase.
- On the other low-cost airlines such as Nok Air, Thai Lion, or Vietjet, the extra weight or check-in luggage could easily run you between 500-1200 baht (~$15-35 USD).
- Our most recent family trip to Chiang Mai with kids was on Nok Airways. We had a great experience overall.
By Overnight Bus from Chiang Mai to Krabi:
- I don’t personally recommend this option to anyone because it would be about a 28 hour journey.
- However, if you’re on a tight budget, then you could take a 1st Class Overnight Bus from Chiang Mai to the Bangkok Mo Chit Bus Terminal for about 600 baht (~$18 USD).
- Then you would need to take a taxi to the Southern Bus Terminal (for about $12-$15 USD) to be able to take another overnight bus from Bangkok to Krabi with van transfer included. This is about 800-1,000 baht (~$23-$29 USD).
- This would probably be the cheapest option available. Again, I don’t recommend this with kids though because it’s just such a long journey.
Rent a Car from Chiang Mai to Krabi:
- I personally wouldn’t recommend this option either. It would be a monster of a road trip, but doable in about 30 hours. You can book a reputable Car Rental in Thailand with the cost being about $28-$65 USD/day).
Do Note: There are no trains from Chiang Mai to Krabi. But if you love riding the train, you could take the overnight train from Chiang Mai to Bangkok, and then follow the options below to get from Bangkok to Krabi.
HOW TO GET TO KRABI FROM BANGKOK:
Domestic Flight from Bangkok to Krabi
- you can easily book a domestic flight from Bangkok to Krabi. This is my TOP recommendation for your family travel within Thailand.
- It’s just a little over an hour for a flight from Bangkok to Krabi.
- They have a few flights per day. Since there are 2 airports in Bangkok, be sure to go to the correct airport because they are about 1-1.5 hours away from each other.
By Overnight Bus from Bangkok to Krabi
- If you’re on a tight budget, then the overnight bus from Bangkok to Krabi is the cheapest option.
- For family travel in Thailand, I don’t recommend this option if you have babies or toddlers because it’s about a 15 hour journey.
- But if you have elementary aged kids or teenagers, then this could be a cheap option for your family travel in Thailand. It would cost around 800 baht (~$23 USD) per seat on the 1st class overnight bus.
- Unlike in the USA, the overnight bus tours are safe and comfortable. Riding it feels kind of like an international flight with even more legroom and more seat recline!
- The VIP or 1st class overnight bus options are always air-conditioned, take about 15 hours to get to Krabi, includes a snack and drink, and it will have a stop-over in the middle of the night to grab some street food. has more departure times than the overnight train to Chiang Mai. You would leave from the Mo Chit Bus Terminal near the Mo Chit BTS Sky Train Station or Chatuchak MRT Subway Station. You’d want to buy the 1st class bus ticket for about 600 baht (~$18 USD) or the VIP bus tickets for about 800 baht (~$23 USD).
***Note: there are no trains to Krabi.
Where to Stay in Krabi for Families
Sand Sea Resort – a Mid-range Family Resort in Krabi on Railay Beach West:
Cost: Only 3,500 THB/night (about $100 USD) with 2 kids in a Deluxe Pavillion
- Family-friendly where kids stay free if using existing bedding! This was perfect for our family of 5
- Very charming Thai-style bungalows as well as newly-built modern rooms
- Direct beach access to Railay Beach West and East
- The first hotel off the pier where the long-tail boats drop you off
- Enjoy a buffet breakfast with stunning ocean views!
- The pool had gorgeous sea views as well
- There was also another pool near Railay East — it was never crowded
Railay Bay Resort & Spa — another mid-range Family Resort in Krabi on Railay Beach West:
Cost: About 3,500 baht ($100 USD) before adding the extra costs for an extra bed for kids age 5+
- Lovely Thai-style cottages
- Oceanfront Dining including a breakfast buffet
- Stunning views of the limestone cliffs and ocean from the pool
- Sadly only kids age 4 and under stay for free if using existing bedding. Kids age 5+ will have to have an extra bed, which incurs an extra charge. You can only have one child age 5+ per room.
**Important Tip: Since these are the only 2 resorts on Railay Beach West, they book up fast! Don’t wait! All the other hotels are on the Railay East side, which is mostly Mangrove forests and not an actual ‘beach.’
4 reasons to skip staying on Ao Nang Beach in Krabi:
- Overly touristy and has lost its quintessential Thai charm
- The sand is quite rocky
- When the tide is up, there is almost no where to sit or even walk.
- Most of the hotels are located a bit far from the actual beach. That alone makes it not worth it to me.
However, Ao Nang Beach has some very awesome family-friendly hotels with incredible facilities for kids. If that is your thing, I’d for sure check out Holiday Ao Nang Beach Resort or the Centara Ao Nang Beach Resort. Both of these resorts are super kid-friendly resorts in Ao Nang and actually right on the beach, which is rare in the Ao Nang area!
BEST FAMILY HOTEL IN RAILAY: SAND SEA RESORT
Best Things to Do in Krabi
Day 11: Explore Railay Beach in Krabi
By far the best place to stay in Krabi Thailand is on Railay Beach.
How to get to Railay Beach in Krabi Thailand
- The charm of Railay Beach is that it’s unaccessible by car!
- You must take a boat to get to Railay Beach.
- I highly recommend taking a long-tail boat over a speedboat.
- To get to Railay Beach, first take a taxi to Ao Nam Mao pier or Ao Nang Longtail Boat Service Club. Both these locations will have long-tail boats readily taking passengers to Railay Beach from 8:00am-6:00pm.
- Long-tail Boat Trips to Railay Beach are 100 baht each way.
- The longtail boat ride is only about 20 minutes, but it is one of the highlights of our family trip to Krabi Thailand!
- When we landed at the Krabi International airport, we booked a van for our family of 7 in the Grab app for about 500 baht (~$18 USD). There were also taxi and van drivers waiting for passengers right outside baggage claim too.
- Thankfully, our super family-friendly hotel on Railay beach had a special promotion with a free long-tail boat transfer from Ao Nam Mao pier to the Railay East pier.
- Then the hotel staff carried our luggage from the pier to the hotel.
TIP: check to see which of the 3 piers on Railay Beach is closer to your hotel’s check-in desk
After you finally make it to your hotel, I recommend you explore around your hotel, take a swim in the pool, then check out Railay Walking Street (in Google maps) to get some yummy Cashew Nut Chicken or Pineapple Fried Rice!
Day 12: Island Hopping to Phi Phi Islands
I highly recommend this Long-tail Boat Tour Island Hopping around Phi Phi islands
- Why book in advance? You can read reviews and pick the one works best for your family.
- Why not a speedboat? It’s full of 20 other strangers with barely a spot for your kids to sit
- Book a Long-tail Boat Tour instead!
- The long-tail boat is a quintessential way to get around the islands in Thailand
- Our family found a quiet cove with shallow waters to snorkel in the Phi Phi Leh Lagoon area. It was magical!
- We got to go to Viking Cave and Monkey Beach
- our kids opted not to get out at Monkey Beach though — too intimidating
- The highlight of our long-tail boat tour was visiting Maya Bay.
- Although you can no longer swim here due to marine preservation, our kids enjoyed:
- jumping in the clear, turquiose waters
- running away from the shallow waves
- playing in the pristine white sand on Maya Bay in the Phi Phi Island area.
Thailand Travel Tips for Island Hopping with kids:
TIP #1 : Take a child-size life vest
If you have small kids, take a child-size life vest with you because most of the long-tail boat tours only have adult-sized life jackets. However, my 6 and 8 year old fit in the small size adult ones.
TIP #2 : Go snorkeling while it’s low tide
Go snorkeling while it’s low tide because then your kids can still stand up while they snorkel and swim around the more shallow waters.
TIP #3 : Maya Bay is super crowded all day long!
We chose to go to Maya bay at mid-day because the tide was up, which meant our kids could jump in the beautiful turquoise waters up to their knees. Even though it was the most crowded time of day, we went to the furthest part on the beach (about a 5 minute walk from the end of the sidewalk), and we felt like we had the place to ourselves!
Best Island Hopping Tour
Day 13: Venture to Phra Nang Beach Cave
One of the highlights of our family trip to Krabi was walking over to Phra Nang Beach from Railay East beach.
Phra Nang Beach was just a short 10 minute walk from Sea Sand Resort, our super family-friendly hotel in Krabi.
Seriously, the walk to Phra Nang Beach from Railey East beach, this alone is such a highlight:
- You’ll be walking under beautiful limestone cliffs
- The limestone stalactite formations dripping down to just above your head are stunning.
- You’ll see people rock-climbing along the way. Whether you’re just a beginner or advanced, Railay would be an epic place to go rock climbing with your family.
- Along the walk, you’ll also spot the cute Dusky Leaf Monkeys hanging out on the low branches with their long tails eating leaves. These little guys are my favorite type of monkey in Thailand because they don’t bother you at all!
- We were just inches from a huge Komodo Dragon just strolling along the sidewalk.
- Did I mention the walk from Railay East to Phra Nang Beach is stroller friendly and also wheelchair accessible?
- Half way there, you’ll see signs to hike up to the Emerald Lagoon & Viewpoint.
- Do note: the hike up to the viewpoint is very steep and strenuous. Maybe a 5 out of 10. Witt and I did this hike together a few years ago before we had littles with us. I believe older kids or teens could do it.
- However, the ‘hike’ down into the Lagoon is a difficulty level of maybe 9. I would not even consider it ‘hiking’ anymore but rather ‘rock climbing’ over a steep, limestone cliff in which you can not even see the bottom because it’s such a steep incline!
- I would not recommend taking any kids or even teens down into the lagoon. Remember: the closest hospital is probably an hour+ away.
TIP #1: If you do choose to hike up to the Emerald Lagoon Viewpoint, I’d recommend to go at high tide. This will give you the best photos. Otherwise, there is barely any water in the lagoon at low tide.
TIP #2: Wear good hiking shoes and be prepared to get muddy!
Day 14: Go Kayaking around Railay Beach
- The stunning limestone cliffs and the crystal clear waters make Railay Beach an incredible place to go kayaking with kids in Krabi.
- We rented our kayaks right next to our kid-friendly resort on Railay West Beach. Search ‘Kayak Rental’ on Google Maps.
- Kayaks were 200 baht for single and 300 baht for double.
- We rented one single for me, and my husband rented a double with my 8 year old daughter and 5 year old sat in the middle. *Sweet Livvy, our 3 year old, stayed back to take a nap with grandma, but she could have easily come too.
TRAVEL TIP TO THAILAND WITH A TODDLER: Don’t forget to bring child-size life jackets with you to ride the ferries or long-tail boats.
- We started kayaking towards Phra Nang Beach because you can go around a couple of the limestone cliffs. But my 8 year old started having a panic attack at the water being too deep.
- So we kayaked back along Railay West to Tonsai Beach.
- Kayaking in Krabi with kids was such an incredible experience!
- At Tonsai Beach, we got to watch rock climbers scaling the limestone cliffs.
- A Komodo Dragon surfaced from the sea and was scavenging the area for food. What a sight!
- Before setting out to kayak, we had pre-purchased grilled chicken and sticky rice from Railay Walking Street. So we had a little picnic on Tonsai Beach.
- Such a dreamy experience! Can I go back now please???
Koh Lipe Island Travel Guide
Day 15-18 : Relax on Koh Lipe Island
Day 15: Travel to Koh Lipe Island
Koh Lipe is nicknamed the Maldives of Thailand because of its crystal clear waters and powdery, soft white sand beaches. Koh Lipe Island has often been listed as being the most beautiful beach in the world. The clear turquoise waters are just breathtaking!
How to get to Koh Lipe from Krabi
Koh Lipe from Krabi by ferry:
My #1 recommendation for how to get from Railay Beach to Koh Lipe Island would be by ferry boat ride.
- No matter what, it’s going to take about 5-7 hours to get from Krabi to Koh Lipe, so why not be on the water, enjoying the beautiful ocean views while getting there!
- The ferry ride from Railay Beach to Koh Lipe is 5-7 hours.
- They have departures daily at 10:30am or 11:15am.
- The cost is about 1200-2750 baht per person (~$40 – $75 USD).
- Tigerline Ferry or Bundhaya Speed Boat company have sailings to Koh Lipe from Railay daily.
- Book the ferry ride from Railay to Koh Lipe in advance. This is really the most direct route considering you’re going to an island from a secluded beach.
Koh Lipe from Krabi by plane + taxi + ferry:
- To get to Koh Lipe Island by plane, you would need to fly into Hat Yai International Airport. Then take a 2 hour taxi to Pak Bara Pier and then take a ferry.
- You can fly from Krabi to Bangkok to Hat Yai for about 3000 baht (~$90 USD) per person.
- Unfortunately, there are NO direct flights to Hat Yai from Krabi.
- After getting to the airport, you’d need to take a 2 hour taxi ride to Pak Bara Pier and then take a 1.5-2 hour ferry to Koh Lipe.
Koh Lipe from Krabi by Van taxi + ferry:
- The cheapest way to get to Koh Lipe from Railay would be a 4 hour shared van ride from Ao Nang Beach to Pak Bara Pier + a 2 hour ferry to Koh Lipe.
- The cost for both the van and ferry is about 920 baht (~$27 USD) per person. The best place to pre-purchase is at 12go.com
- The van ride from Ao Nang to Pak Bara Pier is about 4 hours.
- The ferry ride from Pak Bara Pier to Koh Lipe is about 1.5-2 hours.
TIP #1: Pak Bara Pier is open year round even during monsoon season when other piers close down.
TIP #2: There is no direct train route from Krabi to Koh Lipe.
- With the above options available, I also don’t recommend taking the bus from Railay to Koh Lipe.
Where to Stay on Koh Lipe with Kids
For Luxury Stays: Irene Pool Villa Resort on Sunrise Beach on Koh Lipe Island
Irene Pool Villa Resort on Koh Lipe is a luxurious boutique resort where each villa has its own private pool!
Cost: 8,500 THB/night (about $250 USD) in the Tree Pool Villa
- Immaculately decorated 5 star boutique resort
- Each villa has its own pool
- A uniquely designed resort pool on the beachfront has a swim-up bar — but no kiddie pool
- The rooms automatically sleep 3 ‘adults’ and then if you have a second child over 4+, they would need an extra bed with surcharge
- Breakfast Buffet with stunning views of the Andaman Sea
For Mid-range Budgets Seeking Tropical Thai Style: Mali Resort on Sunrise Beach on Koh Lipe Island
Cost: About 5,700 baht ($175 USD) for a Bungalow with Garden View
- Set in a tropical lush setting right on the beachfront
- Buffet Breakfast Included
For Mid-range Budgets Seeking a Modern Stay: Akira Lipe Resort on Koh Lipe Island
Cost: About 5,500 THB/night (about $165 USD) in a Standard Room with Pool access
- A 4 Star Family-friendly Resort where kids 6 and under stay free if using existing bedding!
- Kids 7+ must get an extra bed, which has a surcharge
- Very modern and new rooms
- One pool is beachfront and has stunning views of the Andaman Sea. Plus, it has a kiddie pool.
- Two other pools are near the rooms.
- Excellent Breakfast Buffet
- Kids Club Room is great for rainy days
For Families Seeking a Budget-friendly Stay: Hideaway Resort on Sunrise Beach
The Hideaway Resort on Sunrise Beach is a super budget-friendly option with the cutest wooden bungalows nestled right on Sunrise Beach.
Cost: Only 1,050 THB/night (about $30 USD) for a regular bungalow where 3 adults and 1 child under 12 stays free!
- These are the highest rated budget-friendly bungalows on the island at 8.6 Reviews on Agoda.com
- The Family Bungalow is under $50/night and sleeps up to 5! Wow!
Day 16: Walk Around to Explore Koh Lipe
Once you finally arrive in paradise, take a breather and relax in a beach chair while sipping a fresh coconut watching the littles swim in the shallow water.
- Just like Railay Beach, the charm of Koh Lipe is that you can pretty much walk everywhere.
- You can explore this beautiful little island by foot. It’s only 3 kilometers wide.
- Most beaches are within a 10 minute walk of Walking Street.
The best beaches to stay on Koh Lipe Island:
North Point Beach
- the best beach in Koh Lipe due to the most fine sand and crystal clear waters
- less tourists
- not many long-tail boats
- North Point Beach is also the best place to go snorkeling on Koh Lipe right from the shore.
- The sandbar that pops up at low tide is probably the most photographed spot on Koh Lipe Island.
- A great place to see the sunset
The downside of North Point Beach:
- not much shade
- If it’s high tide, the sloping sand bar is not great for littles trying to swim in the ocean
Pattaya Beach
- the best beach for families on Koh Lipe in our opinion.
- Shallow waters
- Powdery soft sand
- Also, where we would recommend to stay on Koh Lipe with kids
Sunrise Beach
- a great place to watch the sunrise or even sunset
- Also a good place to snorkel from the shore.
Sunset Beach
- not many vendors or activities
- not the best beach in my opinion
- but a great sunset viewpoint on Koh Lipe
WHERE TO STAY ON KOH LIPE ISLAND FOR FAMILIES?
Not many of the resorts allow kids under 12 to stay for free, so Akira Lipe Resort is one of the best family resort options on Koh Lipe Island. With beautifully renovated rooms, multiple pools, a Kids Club for rainy days, and the softest stretch of sand, this place is a luxurious escape to paradise!
The Idyllic Concept Resort is a modern oasis and perfect place to stay on Koh Lipe for families. The infinity pool gives you breath-taking views over the crystal clear waters!
Day 17: Kayak to Koh Kla Island and Snorkel
- From your stay on Sunrise Beach, you could easily kayak or paddle board (SUP) to the nearby Koh Kla island.
- Most kayak rentals on Koh Lipe Island come with the life jacket and snorkel gear.
- The depth of the water is only like 1-2 meters to get there, so my girls were not too scared.
- There are so many coral and beautiful fish around this small island. The kids will easily be entertained ‘Finding Nemo’ along the shoreline.
TIP #1: Take a picnic lunch to enjoy on one of the two beaches there.
DAY 18: Take an island hopping long-tail boat tour to the nearby islands
- Taking a long-tail boat is one of the best things to do in Thailand with kids.
- Koh Lipe is the most beautiful place to snorkel in Thailand.
- The purple, pink and orange coral reef and vibrant marine life right off the coast of Koh Lipe is mesmerizing!
- The kids will easily spot many ‘Nemo nests’ along the shore too.
- The black rock beach at Koh Hin Ngam is a neat place to visit on an island hopping tour in Koh Lipe.
- Jabang is the best place to snorkel and dive off Koh Lipe Island. The downside is it’s pretty crowded and in the middle of the ocean. That freaks my girls out, so it’s not the place for us!
- Most long-tail boats provide adult-size life vests and snorkel gear.
THAILAND TRAVEL TIPS WITH TODDLERS: Bring child-size life vests and snorkel gear or swim goggles from home.
- You can easily book an island hopping long-tail boat tour from any of the beaches at Koh Lipe. However, who knows if those drivers will be safe, reliable, or even nice. So I like to pre-book my tours and activities on Klook.com. It’s usually about the same price, but that way, I can read reviews from others and have more of a guarantee that this tour is going to be fun and worth my money.
- I highly recommend this island hopping long tail boat tour on Koh Lipe.
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Thailand Travel Tips with Kids
*TRANSPORTATION TIP: You can buy a BTS Sky Train Pre-filled Card that makes it easy to get on and off the BTS Sky Trains with an easy tap. No need to wait in the long queues to buy individual tickets.
*MONEY TIP: Take Thai baht with you because most vendors do not take credit card. Also, beware of pick-pocketers in all the tourist areas. Simply keep your phone, wallet, backpack or purse on your front side.
*BAG TIP: This is my favorite crossbody sling bag for travel because it’s small and light, keeps my valuables up front, and can easily still hold everything I need for a day trip out and about the city.
Here’s what I always put in my sling bag for day trips in the city:
- of course my phone with an Airalo eSIM with unlimited data for 15 days at just $19 USD
- A portable charging device is a must!
- a small travel umbrella
- my sunglasses
- hand sanitizer (90% of bathrooms in Thailand do not have TP or soap — ekkkkk!)
- Small travel tissue (only 5 baht from 7-11)
- Beeswax chapstick
- Thai baht (cash is king in Thailand!)
- Copies of all our passports
I have taken this sling bag with me to Thailand, USA, Japan, France, Spain, and Italy — literally all around the world!
THAILAND TRAVEL TIPS WITH A BABY OR TODDLER:
- You do not need a car seat to ride in a taxi or van
- A baby carrier is your best friend if traveling in Thailand with a baby. I personally loved the Lille Baby Carrier and the Ergo Baby Carriers.
- Skip bringing a stroller — the uneven sidewalks, having to lug it in and out of a taxi, and the never-ending amount of stairs in Bangkok make it not worth bringing a stroller to Thailand.
- But if you insist, I highly recommend a travel stroller that will fold up to the size of an airplane carry-on
FLIGHT TIP: We’ve personally had the best experience flying to Thailand with our family on Qatar Airlines and also Japan Airlines. Both were child-friendly airline options.
- Families with small children could board early
- Automatically got bulk-head seating when we traveled with an infant
- Could pre-select kid-friendly meals
- They have great entertainment options for the littles
- They had ‘grab-n-go’ snacks available throughout the whole flight
- The best part : more legroom than the other international flights for families that we’ve taken
Day 19-21 : Back to Bangkok to explore the rich Thai heritage of food, culture, and history
Day 19: Travel back to Bangkok from Koh Lipe
Urghhh to another travel day. But necessary nonetheless.
HOW TO GET TO BANGKOK FROM KOH LIPE
From Koh Lipe to Bangkok by plane:
- This would be my #1 recommendation to fly from Hat Yai to Bangkok.
- First, you’d have to take a 1.5-2 hour ferry back to Pak Bara Pier + a 2 hour taxi ride back to Hat Yai International Airport
- From Hat Yai, there are many flights per day back to Bangkok.
- If you book 3-4 months in advance, you could easily score a 600 baht flight (~$18 USD).
- I like to book my domestic transportation from 12go.com. It’s a reliable and easy-to-use website for safely booking any kind transportation in Southeast Asia.
To Bangkok from Koh Lipe by Train:
- The second way I’d recommend getting back to Bangkok from Koh Lipe is by an overnight sleeper train from the Hat Yai station.
- If you didn’t yet take an overnight sleeper train in Thailand, then the trip from Hat Yai to Bangkok would be such a once-in-a-lifetime experience for kids!
- The train ride from Hat Yai to Bangkok is 14.5 hours. Whewww that’s a ride, but you’ll mostly be sleeping hopefully.
THAILAND TRAVEL TIPS #1: The overnight sleeper train from Hat Yai to Bangkok is much easier to book a 1st class cabin than it is to snag a 1st class berth on the Chiang Mai overnight sleeper train.
Cost of the Hat Yai to Bangkok Overnight Sleeper Train
- 1st Class Cabin = 2080 baht for bottom bunk and 1790 baht for top bunk = 3870 baht (~$110 USD) for both top and bottom bunks
- 2nd Class A/C Sleeper Train Lower Bunk = 1393 baht (~$42 USD)
- 2nd Class A/C Sleeper Train Top Bunk = 1103 baht (~$35 USD)
Day 20 : Bike or drive a golf cart around Muang Boran Ancient City
One of the best places to spend one day in Bangkok is at Ancient City, aka Muang Boran by the locals.
Ancient City is a huge 320 acre outdoor museum and park that is in the shape of Thailand and has life-size replicas of the most famous architectural and cultural landmarks from each region.
It has replicas of more than 100 iconic monuments and landmarks!
- You can bike or e-bike around the park
- You can rent Golf Carts to cruise around
- You can ride elephants -- very rare near Bangkok
- Free Thai Cultural Dance Shows
- You can take pictures in traditional Thai costumes
DAY 21: The Best Things to Do in Bangkok with Kids
For your last day in Thailand with kids, I’d recommend one of the following:
- Enjoy a nice bike ride around the ‘Central Park’ of Bangkok
- Be enchanted by the vibrant night market at Jodd’s Fair — a foodie haven!
- Catch the sunset from the 78th floor of the Mahanakorn Skywalk with 360 degree views of Bangkok
- If you’re still looking for ideas, here is 100 ideas for the best things to do in Bangkok with kids
TRANSPORTATION TIP FOR BANGKOK:
Get a BTS Sky Train Pass called a ‘Rabbit Card‘.
This card has multiple benefits:
- It’s pre-loaded with 200 Thai Baht (about $7 USD)
- Saves time
- No queueing for individual tickets
- Automatically deducts the trip fare from the card
- Can easily top up
- Use for long-term or multi-day trips around Bangkok
*Recommended: Buy 1 Rabbit Card per person above 90cm tall (3 feet). Kids under 90 cm ride for free.
Best Time to Visit Thailand
With planning your family vacation, I think it’s important to know when is the best time to visit Thailand.
Thailand has a tropical climate, which means it is mostly hot and humid year round with basically two seasons of wet and dry.
The Wet Season
heavily influenced by the monsoon winds
typically between June to September
could rain heavily for 30 minutes and be clear for the next 6 hours
could rain for 6 hours straight
But in our experience of living here for the past 16 years, the heavy rain usually passes within an hour.
TIPS FOR TRAVELING TO THAILAND DURING RAINY SEASON: Pack shoes that can get wet, quick drying clothes, and a poncho or umbrella.
The Dry Season
generally between November to April
Has mostly clear, sunny days
May and October are shoulder months. The days could be mostly sunny or have a torrential downpour. It just depends if the monsoon season comes early or late that year.
The best time to visit Thailand is between November to February.
But since our family lives and travels in Thailand year-round anyways, we believe that anytime is a good time to come experience this enchanting country!
Internet and Phone Service in Thailand
You’ll need to stay connected while traveling in Thailand — for GPS Maps, researching the best island hopping tour packages, or letting the kids have some downtime watching Bluey on YouTube.
Don’t do the T-Mobile or AT&T International Roaming plans for about $10 per day — save that money for a nice restaurant or fun activity!
E-SIM: I highly recommend getting an eSIM from Airalo to have great internet service all over Thailand. They are actually using the same local providers that AT&T, T-mobile and Verizon will use.
I have personally used Airalo many times traveling all over the world, and it works great and is SUPER easy to install.
To use your Airalo eSIM, you simply buy a package then scan the QR code from your email to install and activate the eSIM.
The packages run from only $4.50 for 1 GB of data to $35 USD for Unlimited Data in Thailand.
TIPS FOR TRAVELING THAILAND WITH KIDS: If you let your kids watch YouTube, Netflix, etc, then I recommend getting the Unlimited Data. But if you’re not video streaming, then 50 GB of data is enough to browse the internet, use Google Maps, and stay in touch with friends back home.
PHYSICAL SIM CARD: You could also pick up a physical SIM card at the airport upon arrival, at any mall, which would have a TRUE shop, DTAC shop, and/or AIS shop, or even some 7-Elevens have them. Just ask! You would need your passport on hand. The physical SIM + a prepaid service card would cost about 999 baht (~$30 USD), but it usually comes with 30GB of Data. So Airalo is a much better deal.
TIP #2: If you plan to use a physical SIM card, then be sure to contact your local phone provider (such as AT&T or Verizon) before traveling overseas to check that your phone is already unlocked. They can usually do this for you over the phone.
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