Thailand
Visa-free, cheap, and endlessly varied — temples, islands and street food.
A sample 6-day Thailand itinerary
A realistic, low-backtracking route. Generate your own — shaped to your dates, budget and pace — in minutes.
Best time to visit
November to February is the best time to visit Thailand — cool, dry and comfortable, ideal for both Bangkok and the islands. March–May is hot; June–October is the green/monsoon season (cheaper, lush, with afternoon showers). The Gulf islands (Koh Samui) stay drier later than the Andaman side (Phuket/Krabi).
Visa for Indians
As of mid-2026, Indian citizens can enter Thailand visa-free for tourism for up to 60 days. You still complete the online Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before arrival and should carry proof of onward travel and funds. Always reconfirm the current rule before booking — exemptions can change.
Visa rules change — always reconfirm on the official portal before booking. We re-verify these pages regularly (updated June 2026).
Trip cost from India
Thailand is one of the best-value destinations from India. Per-person, per-day excluding international flights:
Ballpark for a 6-day trip: ₹40,000–65,000 per person incl. return flights (comfort).
Veg & Jain food
Thailand is easy for vegetarians if you watch for fish sauce and shrimp paste — say "mang-sa-wirat" (vegetarian) and look for the green "เจ" (Jay) sign, which means strictly vegan/no pungent roots, ideal for Jains. Bangkok and Chiang Mai have dedicated veg/Jay restaurants and Indian options.
Safety & scams
Thailand is very used to tourists and broadly safe. Watch for common scams around taxis, gems and jet-skis, and be cautious on scooters and at full-moon party crowds.
Thailand FAQs
Pick your season first (Nov–Feb is best), then book flights 6–8 weeks out. Indian passport holders get visa-free entry — just complete the online TDAC before arrival. From there, build a day-wise route (Bangkok + islands, or add Chiang Mai) and verify prices before booking.
No — as of mid-2026 Indian passport holders get visa-free entry for up to 60 days. You still fill the online Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before arrival. Reconfirm the rule before booking.
6–7 days lets you pair Bangkok with one island region (Krabi/Phuket) comfortably; add 2–3 more if you want Chiang Mai.
On-ground costs are comparable to or cheaper than premium Indian travel; flights are the main expense. A comfortable 6-day trip is roughly ₹40,000–65,000 per person including flights.
Yes — look for the green "เจ" (Jay) sign for strictly vegan/no-pungent food, perfect for Jains, and ask for "mang-sa-wirat" elsewhere.