9 days in Bangkok, Krabi Town & Phuket Itinerary

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

Bangkok is known for shopping, historic sites, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at The Grand Palace, admire the landmark architecture of Jim Thompson House, shop like a local with Chatuchak Weekend Market, and admire nature's wide array of creatures at SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World.

To see reviews, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Bangkok trip itinerary planning tool.

Ranchi, India to Bangkok is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. You can also drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Ranchi to Bangkok is 1.5 hours. Traveling from Ranchi in April, Bangkok is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 31°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) early enough to travel to Krabi Town.

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

On the 14th (Wed), get interesting insight from Aonang Elephant Sanctuary, then enjoy the sand and surf at Railay Beach, and then look for gifts at De' MARCO Fashions.

To see maps, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Krabi Town day trip planning website.

Traveling by flight from Bangkok to Krabi Town takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Bangkok in April since evenings lows in Krabi Town dip to 27°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) to allow time to take a shuttle to Patong.

Take advantage of nighttime entertainment and daytime relaxation on a Patong vacation.

Step out of Patong to go to Chalong and see Big Buddha Phuket, which is approximately 46 minutes away. There's lots more to do: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, browse the different shops at Jungceylon, make a trip to Patong Beach, and take in the exciting artwork at The Phuket Gallery.

To see ratings, photos, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Patong trip site.

Getting from Krabi Town to Patong by shuttle takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or ride a ferry. In April in Patong, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.