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10 best Budget Thailand tour packages
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- Ultimate Thailand in 10 Days - Ayutthaya / Khao Sok / Phuket
- 5 Days Explore Thailand.
- Full Moon Party Pack
- 7 Days in Phuket Island Enjoy the Most Attractive Sights.
- 9 Days Treasure of Thailand
- Bangkok to Phuket Travel Pass
- Songkran Festival
- 5 Star Thailand: Vibrant Cities, Serene Rice Terraces, and Sandy Beaches W/Iconic James Bond Island
- Phuket to Koh Samui Travel Pass
- Thailand Island Hopper 16 Day Group Tour | ULTIMATE
Ultimate Thailand in 10 Days - Ayutthaya / Khao Sok / Phuket
15 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Well organized, local guides friendly and competent, reliable.”
Duy, traveled in December
Approx. $290 per day provides domestic flights, accommodation at Rock and Tree House resort and Kata Sea Breeze Resort. The package includes temple tours, jungle treks, and Cheow Lan Lake excursions with English-speaking guides and most meals.
Duration 10 days Destinations Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Samut Songkhram, Khao Sok National Park, Phuket Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Chinese Price Per Day $284 Operator PrestiGo Asia From $5,159
45% Off- NZ$2,837You save $2,322
5 Days Explore Thailand.
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The amazing white temple and black house, we particularly enjoyed the river canoeing and the walk to a Karen village.”
David, traveled in January
Luxurious stays at Century Park Hotel and U Chiang Mai Hotel cost approx. $270 per day. The package includes 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches, temple entrance fees, transportation, airport transfers, and English-speaking guides.
Duration 5 days Destinations Bangkok, Amphawa, Chiang Mai Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $544 Operator STM Tours LLC From $3,885
30% Off- NZ$2,720You save $1,166
Full Moon Party Pack
26 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We all bonded so quickly and built such a deep connection that allowed us to have the best experience possible.”
Emily, traveled in May
A 5-day package costs around $700, including Tiki Beach hostel stays, island boat trips with lunch, Full Moon Party entry, and Thai massage. Pier transfers and waterfall excursions are included at approx. $140 per day.
Duration 5 days Destinations Ko Pha Ngan Age Range Ages 18-39 Price Per Day $146 Operator TruTravels From $1,220
40% Off- NZ$732You save $488
The package costs approx. $130 per day, featuring NAINA Resort & SPA stays with breakfast, all entrance fees, speedboat tours to Phi Phi Don, and mindful elephant encounters at Phuket Sanctuary. Rich Thai immersion through temple visits and snorkeling adventures.
Duration 7 days Destinations Phuket, James Bond Island, Phi Phi Don Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $174 Operator STM Tours LLC From $1,738
30% Off- NZ$1,217You save $521
Deluxe package at approx. $120 daily includes quality hotels and private transport. Covers 8 breakfasts, 2 lunches, entrance fees to Grand Palace, temples, and elephant sanctuary. Optional activities allow spending flexibility.
Duration 9 days Destinations Bangkok, Kanchanaburi, Ayutthaya, Chiang Mai, Elephant Nature Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $248 Operator Wonderscape Travel From $4,468
50% Off- NZ$2,234You save $2,234
The package costs approx. $40 per day, featuring guided activities and boat transfers across six Thai islands. Highlights include Bangkok bike tours, Koh Tao snorkeling, and Krabi's four-island adventure. Optional budget accommodations available.
Duration 13 days Destinations Bangkok, Koh Tao, Ko Pha Ngan, Krabi, Ko Phi Phi, Phuket Age Range Ages 10+ Price Per Day $74 Operator Bamba Travel From
50% Off- NZ$957
Duration 7 days Destinations Bangkok, Chiang Mai Age Range Ages 18-39 Price Per Day $197 Operator TruTravels From
50% Off- NZ$1,382
Duration 9 days Destinations Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $463 Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From $4,582
9% Off- NZ$4,170You save $412
Thailand's stunning islands await at approx. $60 per day, with boat transfers between Phuket, Koh Phi Phi, and Koh Samui. The package includes 4 Islands Adventure from Krabi and snorkeling at Chicken Island, with optional budget-friendly accommodations available.
Duration 10 days Destinations Phuket, Ko Phi Phi, Krabi, Ko Pha Ngan, Koh Tao, Koh Samui Age Range Ages 10+ Price Per Day $95 Operator Bamba Travel From
9% Off- NZ$954
Thailand Island Hopper 16 Day Group Tour | ULTIMATE
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Best time of my life.”
Peter, traveled in December
Stay at floating rafthouses, beachfront hostels, and jungle resorts for approx. $100 per day. The package includes airport transfers, overnight trains, boat tours, welcome dinner, selected meals, and guided temple tours in Bangkok.
Duration 16 days Destinations Bangkok, Khao Sok National Park, Ko Phi Phi, Ko Pha Ngan, Koh Tao, Koh Samui Age Range Ages 18-35 Price Per Day $179 Operator Ultimate Travel From
9% Off- NZ$2,868
What people love about Budget Tours in Thailand
- 5 Days Explore Thailand.
STM booked a hotel for us and met us at Chiang Mai airport. We were booked on to three day-long tours, all of which were excellent. The guides and transport all worked well. As well as the amazing white temple and black house, we particularly enjoyed the river canoeing and the walk to a Karen village. Customer service was excellent too.
- Full Moon Party Pack
Colin is very upbeat, sociable and helpful with everyone's needs. Always there to answer any questions. Couldn't imagine my tour without him, great guy!
- Total Thailand
I really loved the tour. From booking moment Steff was all the time responsive & very friendly. The transport from airport was super. I didn't need to think even for a moment about where to go next & how to get there. When I got very bad motion sickness on the way to Pai from Chiang Mai, Ben was super helpful & she helped me to recover while I was crying from pain. She helped me with Tiger Balm & I recommend you to tell all your guides to give it to the tour participants on such difficult rides which are full of curves. She also changed her place with me in the car so I feel more comfortable for the rest of the ride. I loved every single thing we did on the tour, especially the waterpark was the highlight. It was the best thing I have ever done in my life. The group was also very friendly people & I enjoyed the tour with them. Ben was very responsible about informing us about what happens the next day & what we should bring & she kept the time. The accommodations were extremely good, big rooms, own showers, helpful staff, breakfast, Internet, swimming pool, near to shopping places, what more can I ask for ? I just loved this tour & I am sure if I had come to Thailand alone it would have never been this fun & organized with 0 problem. Thank you all and best regards, Pegah
What our customers ask about Budget Tours to Thailand
When is the most affordable time to visit Thailand?
The green season from May to October offers the best value with accommodation and activity prices dropping 30-40%. This is most noticeable from June through September. Despite occasional afternoon rain showers destinations like Khao Sok National Park and the Gulf islands remain open and enjoyable. As one visitor shared on TourRadar: "visiting Koh Tao in September meant fewer crowds and better deals on snorkeling trips."
What are the best budget-friendly areas to stay in Thailand?
Budget travelers find good value in Bangkok's Khao San Road area the Old City of Chiang Mai with options like De Chame Hotel and Krabi's Ao Nang district. These areas combine affordable lodging with easy access to low-cost dining and attractions. A TourRadar traveler confirms: "Staying near Khao San Road saved us lots of money - there were cheap restaurants everywhere and it was easy to walk to many attractions."
What are the most affordable activities included in budget tours?
Budget-conscious travelers can enjoy temple visits in Bangkok for 15-30 USD snorkeling excursions in Koh Tao for 40-60 USD and guided hikes in Khao Sok National Park ranging from 50-70 USD. As noted by a TourRadar participant: "The included 4 Islands Adventure tour in Krabi was excellent value covering transport lunch and snorkeling equipment."
What type of accommodation can I expect on budget tours in Thailand?
Budget tours typically place guests in 3-4 star properties such as the Centara Life Hotel Bangkok Phra Nakhon or Khao Lak Bayfront Resort. These accommodations offer air-conditioned rooms daily breakfast and basic amenities. A TourRadar guest at Rock and Treehouse Resort in Khao Sok shared: "The rooms were clean and comfortable with amazing views of the jungle surroundings."
How much should I budget for local transport not included in the tour?
Set aside 10-15 USD daily for independent travel in major cities. This covers tuk-tuks (3-5 USD per ride) local buses (1-2 USD) and occasional taxis. A helpful tip from a TourRadar traveler: "Using the included tour transport for main activities and budgeting 500 THB daily for getting around Bangkok independently worked well for us."
What's the average daily budget needed for meals not included in Thailand tours?
Plan for 15-20 USD per day for non-included meals. Street food costs 2-5 USD while restaurant meals range from 5-15 USD. Tour meal coverage varies for instance the Ultimate Thailand tour provides 9 breakfasts 7 lunches and 3 dinners across 23 days. One TourRadar traveler notes: "Food wise we spent a lot more than expected. The only food included is the welcome meal 2 lunches 1 dinner and 1 breakfast all on the raft house. Some of the full travel days you'll only eat snacks as there is no stopping for lunch!"