Thailand
Temples, beaches, and street food so good it'll ruin you for home cooking
Overview
Thailand is Southeast Asia's ultimate budget destination — a country where $25/day gets you a private guesthouse room, three meals of exceptional food, and entry to ancient temples. From the frenetic streets of Bangkok to the island-hopping south, Thailand rewards the budget traveler at every turn.
Top Highlights
- Pad Thai from a street cart — $1.50
- Wat Pho & Wat Arun temples in Bangkok
- Chiang Mai night bazaar
- Island hopping: Koh Tao, Koh Phangan
- Elephant sanctuaries in Chiang Rai
Sample Itinerary
Bangkok: Temples & Street Food
Start at Wat Pho (entry $4) to see the giant reclining Buddha, then walk to Wat Arun across the river ($1 ferry). Evening on Khao San Road or the Chatuchak weekend market.
Floating Markets & Canal Boats
Take a long-tail boat through Bangkok's canals to Amphawa Floating Market. Back in the city, eat your way through Or Tor Kor Market — the best fresh food market in Thailand.
Fly North to Chiang Mai
Budget flights BKK→CNX from $20. Explore the 300+ temples in Chiang Mai's old city, then hit the Sunday Walking Street for street food at its finest — $5 will fill you twice over.
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