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Luxury Thailand Holidays from the UK
~11½ hrs
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Why Thailand
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The Love Affair That Never Ends
Thailand is the gateway to Asia and, for many, the love affair that never ends. It offers an extraordinary range within a single country: the temples, markets and street-food clamour of Bangkok; the lantern-lit calm of Chiang Mai and the northern hills; and two entirely different coastlines of warm, clear sea — the Andaman to the west, the Gulf to the east — strung with islands and beaches.
At HighStreet Holidays we don't simply book Thailand — we balance it: a few days in the energy of Bangkok, perhaps the cultural north, then a long exhale on the right beach for your timing and taste.
With access to a carefully vetted portfolio from city sanctuaries to barefoot island retreats, we build a Thailand that flows from temple to table to shore.
Thailand ruins you for other places — the warmth, the food, the sheer ease of it. People come once and spend years finding reasons to return.
Signature Experiences
Moments That Linger
Thailand rewards the curious at every turn. These are the experiences our clients come home remembering.
Bangkok's Temples
The Grand Palace, the reclining Buddha at Wat Pho and Wat Arun on the river — Bangkok's golden heart, best in the cool of early morning before the heat and crowds build.
Street Food & Markets
Thailand may serve the best street food on earth. A guided evening through Bangkok's stalls, or a floating market by longtail boat, is a highlight in itself.
The Northern Hills
Chiang Mai's temples, night bazaar and cookery schools, and an ethical elephant sanctuary in the hills — the gentle, cultured counterpoint to the beaches.
The Andaman Coast
The limestone karsts of Phang Nga Bay, the beaches of Krabi and Phuket, and island days by longtail — the postcard Thailand, at its best November to April.
The Gulf Islands
Koh Samui and its quieter neighbours, on a different weather pattern to the Andaman, so there's almost always a beach in season somewhere.
Spa & Wellness
From a traditional Thai massage to a full retreat, Thailand is one of the world's great wellness destinations — and the perfect way to end a journey.
Featured Properties
Where You'll Stay
Every hotel and resort we feature has been carefully vetted by our specialists — the addresses our clients return to, year after year.
Recommended Packages
Curated for Every Occasion
Every package includes return flights from your nearest UK airport (lowest fares ex-London), private transfers, daily breakfast and selected experiences — tailored by your specialist.
Most Popular
7 Nights
Phuket Beach Escape
- Phuket arrival (HKT) - private transfer to Layan Beach (~45 min)
- 7 nights at Anantara Layan Phuket Resort, ocean view pool suite
- Bed & breakfast included
- Half-day private speedboat to Phi Phi Islands & Maya Bay
- Old Phuket Town & Sunday Walking Street excursion
- Return flights from London airports
Signature Journey
7 Nights
Trisara, Phuket
- Phuket arrival - chauffeured private transfer to Trisara (~20 min)
- 7 nights at Trisara, ocean view pool villa
- Half board including Michelin-starred PRU restaurant
- Private Phang Nga Bay sailing excursion with chef-prepared lunch
- Couples spa journey at Trisara Spa
- Return flights from London airports
Ultra Luxury
7 Nights
Soneva Kiri, Koh Kood
- Bangkok arrival (BKK) - Soneva private flight to Koh Kood (~1.5 hrs)
- 7 nights at Soneva Kiri, beach pool villa with butler service
- Half board across the resort's restaurants including treepod dining
- Treepod dining experience suspended in the forest canopy
- Private barefoot dinner on a remote sandbar
- Return flights from London airports, premium cabin upgrade available
Looking for something different? Enquire below or call us on 020 3322 7866 and we'll curate a Thailand journey around you.
Best Time to Visit
When to Go
PEAK SEASON
November to February
Cool, dry and sunny across the country — the ideal time, and the busiest. The festive weeks are the priciest of the year; book the best beach hotels well ahead.
HOT SEASON
March to May
Very hot (35C and above) and increasingly humid, with Songkran (Thai New Year) in mid-April. Lower rates before the rains, and still excellent for the islands.
GREEN SEASON
June to October
The rains — lush, quiet and the cheapest time. Showers are often short and heavy; the Gulf coast (Koh Samui) stays drier than the Andaman through much of it.
TWO COASTS
Year-round
The Andaman (Phuket, Krabi) is best November to April; the Gulf (Samui, Phangan) is best January to September. There's almost always a beach in season — we steer you to it.
Sample Itinerary
A 10-Night Thailand Journey
Every itinerary we create is bespoke — this is simply one way a perfect trip unfolds.
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DAY 1 — ARRIVAL
UK to Bangkok
Your flight departs London — around eleven and a half hours direct — landing into Bangkok. A private transfer to your hotel and a first taste of the city after dark.
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DAYS 2-3 — THE CAPITAL
Bangkok
The Grand Palace and Wat Pho, the river and its temples, the markets and a guided street-food evening — Bangkok at full, glorious volume.
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DAYS 4-5 — THE NORTH
Chiang Mai
Fly north to Chiang Mai for hill-country temples, a cookery class, the night bazaar and a morning with elephants at an ethical sanctuary.
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DAYS 6-9 — THE BEACH
Islands & Shore
Fly south to the right coast for your dates — the Andaman or the Gulf — for four days of warm sea, longtail islands and a barefoot resort.
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DAY 10 — FAREWELL
Final Morning & Departure
A last morning by the water before your transfer and flight home — relaxed to the end.
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Practical Information
Everything You Need to Know
Getting There
- Direct flights from London — around 11.5 hours (British Airways, EVA Air, Thai Airways)
- Connections from regional UK airports
- Internal flights link Bangkok with the north and the islands
- Thailand is 6-7 hours ahead of the UK
Entry Requirements
- UK passport holders: visa-free for stays up to 60 days
- Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) mandatory — complete free online within 72 hours before arrival
- Passport valid 6 months
- Onward ticket
Health & Safety
- No vaccinations are legally required for entry from the UK, but some are recommended
- See a travel clinic or your GP 6-8 weeks before you travel for personalised advice
- Mosquito-bite precautions are sensible in tropical areas
- Comprehensive travel insurance is essential
Currency & Local Notes
- Thai Baht (THB); cards in cities and resorts, cash for markets and street food
- Dress modestly at temples (shoulders and knees covered)
- English widely spoken in tourist areas
- Tipping is appreciated, not expected