New Year Holiday Destination on Mind? Visit Thailand to Enjoy a Trip on Budget

Day 1: Arrival and a short visit to the islands

The first day of your New year holiday vacations will be full of surprises as you are going to explore the splendid islands of Thailand from a drive. Since you have traveled for hours to reach Thailand, you won’t be interested in exploring a single island which might drain you out of energy. Hence, you can opt for a mini drive that can give you glimpses of famous islands of Thailand. You can either create a mini-plan highlighting which island you want to get the glimpses of or simply let your guide drive you to the nearby and the popular ones. Have a delectable meal at the famous restaurants of Thailands to finally call it a day.

Day 2: Railay

Since you have already visited the main islands of Thailand, visiting another island on day two won’t make a sense to you. But, if the island is surrounded by stunning rocks and high limestone cliffs, you would definitely want to explore it. On that note, wake up early in the morning, get done with your breakfast serves in the hotel itself and head straight to Railway, a small peninsula in south Thailand via boat. As we told that the island is mainly surrounded by high limestone cliffs which makes it an inaccessible island for road travelers. The only way you can reach the island is via a boat which makes the entire journey a worth. Reaching the island is like reaching the home of beautiful beaches. A quiet relaxing atmosphere, sky-high cliffs, and dense forest guarding the entire island make this a complete package to be visited on any Thailand trip - be it a solo trip or a family trip.

Day 3: Pai

Pai is another place where you can find relaxing vibes taking you miles away from the hustles and bustles of a city crowd. At one side, Pai is extremely suitable for solo travelers who want to trek, climb, and explore the tranquility and adventure of nature’s most natural form. On the other side, Mae Hong Son Loop stretching between Chiang Mai and Mae Hong Son make it an ideal place for couples looking to delve into the beauty of the picturesque valley and relaxed atmosphere. Such kind of beauty and adventure deserves to be explored on a New Year Holiday Vacation. The main attractions of Pai are elephant camps, hot springs, and beautiful waterfalls.

Day 4: Khao Sok National Park

After exploring the beaches and the island, it’s time to explore the wildlife of Thailand which is no less than the world’s famous wildlife reserves. Kick-start your fourth day of New Year Holiday Vacations with Thailand’s one of the most beautiful wildlife reserves, the Khao Sok National Park. It is home to lush green forests, rivers, lakes, and of course some of the most amazing wild animals. When in the park, spotting the wild animals including Asian elephants, barking deer, wild boar, and bears is like icing on the cake. Not only this, but the park also lets you witness the rare species of various monkeys breeds like gibbons, pig-tailed macaques and langurs. If you are a solo traveler who loves doing trekking, the park boasts plenty of trails you can choose to follow for an adventure-filled trekking experience. Click pictures, swim in natural pools, enjoy the elevated viewpoints, and do lots of fun in the lap of the mother nature.

Day 5: Phuket

No New Year Eve is complete without having a lively nightlife and Phuket has it all. Being a tiny province of southern Thailand, Phuket. Boasts a wide range of divine spots which you can enjoy to explore on a New Year Holiday Vacation. Out of many reasons to choose Thailand as your New Year Holiday Destination, witnessing the nightlife of Phuket would surely be the one. There are beaches which offer you to get into the waters and also capture the scenic beauty of the province. The days in Phuket are shiny and the nights are full of life. You need to spend a night in Phuket to make your Thailand trip complete.

Day 6: Phang Nga Bay

When in Phuket, you can not miss exploring the nearby beauties of the island of which Phang Nga Bay is one. Look back in the years and you will not find this island anywhere on the map. Thanks to the famous movie of James Bond that captures the scenic views of this island it got placed on the map of Southern Thailand by Hollywood movies. The island is located between the towns of Krabi and Phuket which makes it quite accessible from Phuket. So, when you are done with the Phuket, jump to Phang Nga Bay to do kayaking on a truly wondrous site.

Day 7: Ko Tao

If you are a water person who is more interested in the marine world than the world of the humans, Ko Tao is a place for you. When on a Thailand trip, do not miss to dive deep into the azure waters of Ko Tao. The place offers the world’s best scuba diving experiences which will give you moments of life. To all the non-divers, fret not. You can still try your hands on adventurous Scuba Diving by learning the basics by enrolling into short PADI certification courses available at various places on the island. So, give no excuses to stay away from the serene waters of the island, learn the basics if you are a beginner and explore the marine life residing deep inside the Kao Tao island.

Day 8: Departure

Choosing Thailand as your New Year Holiday Destination won’t let you down and this itinerary would have shown you glimpses of the same. On that note, this short trip to Thailand on New Year comes to an end. With lots of special memories in your heart, you will transfer to the airport for a happy return. Do not miss to enjoy your farewell breakfast in the hotel before the exit formalities. You will love the sweet gesture shown by the hotel staff.