Thailand Education / Learning Tours & Trip Packages

Thailand Education / Learning Tours & Trips

514 Thailand trips. Tours from 151 tour companies. 945 reviews. 4.8/5 avg rating.

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Thailand (South): See & Experience it ALL in 11 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours
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By Charlie The Traveler
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
Travelers report that traveling with CharlieTheTraveler is a life-changing experience, in the best possible way.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Phuket

Highlights

  • Cooking Class Followed by Dinner
  • Rock Climbing over a Tropical Beach (optional)
  • Several Boat Daytrips to Exotic Islands
  • Canoeing Through Lagoons & Rivers
  • Kayaking Inside Caves
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Themes

Climbing & Mountaineering, Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Education / Learning, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Relaxing Retreats, Trekking & Expeditions, Photography, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"Thank you guys for setting up this trip. We spent 7 days in Palawan and Coron island and enjoyed every day. The remote coordinator worked very well for us through Whatsup, and the daily itineraries were exactly what we expected. Not too much and not too short. We recommend this tour for every one who wants to explore these locations"

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Unveil Thailand's Exotic Beauty in 13-Day - Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, Chiang Mai, and Krabi
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By PrestiGo Asia
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5/5 Excellent
60 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bangkok, Chiang Mai (Thailand), Krabi

Highlights

  • Discover the cultural treasures of Chiang Mai, from its stunning temples to the Elephant experiences
  • Indulge in the white-sand beaches and lush rainforests of Krabi
  • Visit historic sites of Kanchannaburi and tranquility of Sangkhlaburi

Themes

Cultural, Education / Learning, Family Friendly, Nature & Wildlife, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"We tried many special foods, and visited many beautiful temples. The traffic was so bad, but we also did other fun things to explore Thailand and had a great time every day of our trip. Thanks to Alex and Prestigo Asia for making it all happen!"

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Thailand and the Temples of Angkor
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By Trafalgar
preferred
3/5 Average
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
Their travelers enjoy 24/7 travel expertise and dedicated service throughout the trips - everything is taken care of.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
  • 14 Breakfast (B)
  • 7 Lunch (L)
  • 2 Dinner (D)
  • 1 Regional Dinner (RD)
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Themes

Cultural, Education / Learning, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Itinerary allows you to see so many sites, places, and have time to do things on your own."

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Treasures of Thailand
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By Trafalgar
preferred
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
Their travelers enjoy 24/7 travel expertise and dedicated service throughout the trips - everything is taken care of.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
  • 10 Breakfast (B)
  • 7 Lunch (L)
  • 2 Dinner (D)
  • 1 Regional Dinner (RD)
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Themes

Cultural, Education / Learning

What travelers are saying

"Itinerary allows you to see so many sites, places, and have time to do things on your own."

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Treasures of Thailand
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By Trafalgar
preferred
4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
Their travelers enjoy 24/7 travel expertise and dedicated service throughout the trips - everything is taken care of.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
  • 13 Breakfast (B)
  • 8 Lunch (L)
  • 2 Dinner (D)
  • 1 Regional Dinner (RD)
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Themes

Cultural, Education / Learning

What travelers are saying

"Itinerary allows you to see so many sites, places, and have time to do things on your own."

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Best of Cambodia & Northern Thailand
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4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Angkor Wat, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai, Ho Chi Minh, Killing Fields, Mekong Delta, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap

Highlights

  • Cruise by boat through the mekong delta
  • See phnom penh's city streets on a traditional cyclo
  • Explore the grounds of angkor wat with a local expert
  • Roam the bustling streets of bangkok

Themes

Cultural, Education / Learning

What travelers are saying

"We spent two wonderful weeks touring several of the best destinations in Portugal & Spain with a group of 16 people. Our guide (Fredy) was from Spain and intimately familiar with the region, including its rich history, attractions, and food/beverages. The tour was well-paced using a combinations of private vehicles (small buses and cabs), trains, and an airplane ride as well as a fair amount of walking to get around these two beautiful countries. We extended our stay in Lisbon to see more attractions and took a side trip to Fatima, Obidos, and Nazare that was also excellent. Would have liked to have a bit more time in a couple of the cities, but we'll just have to plan another trip!"

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Classic Thailand - West Coast
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4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Ao Nang, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai

Highlights

  • Climb up the seven-tiered erawan waterfalls
  • Explore ancient ruins in the old capital city of ayutthaya
  • Trek through rainforest trails in ko ngai
  • Relax on deserted beaches
  • See stunning limestone karsts in ao nang

Themes

Cultural, Education / Learning

What travelers are saying

"We spent two wonderful weeks touring several of the best destinations in Portugal & Spain with a group of 16 people. Our guide (Fredy) was from Spain and intimately familiar with the region, including its rich history, attractions, and food/beverages. The tour was well-paced using a combinations of private vehicles (small buses and cabs), trains, and an airplane ride as well as a fair amount of walking to get around these two beautiful countries. We extended our stay in Lisbon to see more attractions and took a side trip to Fatima, Obidos, and Nazare that was also excellent. Would have liked to have a bit more time in a couple of the cities, but we'll just have to plan another trip!"

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Thailand in Styles in 13 Days
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
They focus on the details to ensure that their travelers get a great introduction to their home country of Vietnam.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Andaman Sea, Ayutthaya, Bangkok , Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai (Thailand), Chiang Rai, Phi Phi islands, Phuket

Highlights

  • Take fewer touristic routes to trek in Chiang Mai
  • Spend valuable time at the elephant sanctuary
  • Explore the cultural heritages of Bangkok and Ayutthaya
  • Cherish your leisure on the magnificent island of Phuket
  • Explore the world's most stunning beach destinations in Phi Phi islands

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Education / Learning, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Our family had an amazing time with Realistic Asia’s package. The tour was very suitable for my family, which included children since we loved trekking. We enjoyed the stunning views, and the trek was at an easy pace for our kids. The tour guides and the staff are very professional and enthusiastic. I was very impressed with their attitude. We were very happy with the service and the places we have been to."

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Thailand Reviews & Ratings

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I didn’t take this tour exactly, but made some changes based on my schedule and interests and travel dates. It was my first time in Southeast Asia and I was a travel...

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Really had a positive experience. Rong had

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The small group with an amazing guide

The small group with an amazing guide made for a great trip.

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Cindy F.

Feb 2023

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I was pleasantly surprised that they had almost everything planned and there was little I needed to do to prepare for the trip.

I had only seen positive things said about CharlieTheTraveler and the trip to Southern Thailand, so I felt comfortable booking this trip through them. I was pleasant...

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I absolutely loved everything about the trip to Southern Thailand.

I absolutely loved everything about the trip to Southern Thailand. This cultural experience was amazing and the company did very well organizing all of the different...

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Thailand Tour Selection Trips

  • Credit cards are accepted in larger stores, but smaller vendors may not accept them because of the fees. The largest bill is 1,000 baht (about $30), which is difficult to break in most smaller stores. The 20 baht and 100 baht bills are the most common.
  • Remember to haggle! Anytime a price isn’t displayed there’s a very good chance it’s negotiable.
  • Where possible, try to work with operators that employ locals. This helps to keep money in the local communities you visit.
  • Many take Thailand trips eager to see elephants and tigers. Be cautious about the tours you book - some mistreat these animals in the name of tourism. Avoid tours that offer posing with wild animals and riding.
  • Tap water is not safe to drink in Thailand. Going on a tour will help ensure you always have plenty of bottled water.
  • At 8am and 6pm, the Thai national anthem and another patriotic song are played over every speaker, and everyone will come to a halt. Stand respectfully for the couple minutes it’s played.

Additional details

Thailand tour packages can run the gamut from historical and culturally immersive, to a young party barge around Phuket.

Many different global tour operators have trips to Thailand, often with different themes. Thailand is a great destination for wildlife lovers, active travelers, and of course beach goers.

Elephant Tours in Thailand

Elephants and their mahouts (or handlers) have long been a part of the Thai economy, and helped with the logging business. When this practice was outlawed by the government, the role of elephant trainers and their animals transitioned to become a part of the tourism industry.

In some ways, this has created new animal welfare problems. Elephants often undergo abuse in their training to become rideable attractions, and once in this career, they can be overworked and fed improperly. On the other hand, elephant trainers complain that they would not be able to afford to feed their elephants (which, not surprisingly, eat a lot) without pandering to tourist interests.

Luckily, there is a way to ethically interact with elephants. Elephant sanctuaries and rehabilitation centers (which help restore the health of retired elephants and transition them to a more natural way of life) are great options of getting up close and personal with these gentle giants. It’s also a great way to fully immerse yourself in a natural Thai landscape.

Choosing a Thailand Tour

There is a lot to consider when picking your tour to Thailand. Oftentimes, tours in Thailand are geared toward a younger crowd, seeking the party atmosphere Southeast Asia is so well known for. If this is not what you’re after, consider a nature tour, or searching by a higher accommodation rating.

The majority of Thailand tours are in the Value (3 star) range. For a bit more comfort, consider searching Premium or Luxury tours, as these terms have are relative to what tour accommodation is normally like in Thailand. Put another way, luxury accommodation in Thailand will mean nicer, but not overly extravagant.  

Food tours are very popular in Thailand, and will feature a lot of street food, so be prepared. Traveling with a tour is one of the best ways to ensure you stay safe and eat safe. Your guide will know the best stalls and have advice on where to eat.

Active and adventure travel is another main theme when it comes to Thailand tours. This usually means visiting several national parks for hiking, zip lining, and waterfall rappelling. You’ll be sure to spend some time around Chiang Mai, Thailand’s adventure capital.

Cheap Thailand Tour Packages

Thailand is notorious for being a great destination for travelers on a budget. Although this is not as true as it once used to be, due to the flood of backpackers and tourists in the last 10 years, it’s still possible to experience Thailand on a budget.  Here are three tips to help guide you in traveling Thailand cheaply:

  1. Eat cheap. If you avoid international restaurants and classic tourist destinations, Thai food is still very affordable. More affordable meals can be found in cafeteria style dining halls, and from street vendors.

  2. If you’re eating street food, walk off the beaten path. A good way to reduce the price of even the street food in Thailand is to take a turn off major street, an a try a food cart on a smaller street. You’ll be surprised at the difference!

  3. Choose a budget tour. Group tours in Thailand can often offer different “styles” of traveling. Choosing a budget option will significantly reduce in price, and often refers to the quality of housing you will be staying in. If you don’t mind hostels, which are for the most part pretty clean and hospitable in Thailand, this is a great option for you.

Touring Thailand With Kids

If you’re traveling to Thailand with your family, the beaches beckon you. With snorkeling, soft sand, and many chances to relax in save secluded beaches, there are countless of activities to keep children busy and allow parents to relax.

There are also a number of national parks in Thailand, offering varying degrees of difficulty in hikes and activities. Kids will love the opportunity to see nature up close, play around waterfalls, and learn about the many different plants and animals.

Multi Country Thailand Tours

A large portion of Thailand tours also visit a combination of the nearby Southeast Asia countries. These include Cambodia, Myanmar, Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, and Laos.

This can be a great way to visit a lot of different countries and get a feel for Southeast Asian culture, both similarities and differences.

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