Slow travel invites you to relish the journey just as much as the destination and encourages your travel time to become an adventure in itself. Thailand’s diverse landscapes – a tapestry of rice paddies, rainforests, cities and sandy beaches – deserve to be appreciated in all their glory, a luxury which slow travel affords. Most of the country is well-connected by trains and buses, so with no need to rush from A to B you can settle in for a slow-paced excursion through the lush Thai countryside. Slow travel in Thailand allows you to see the country from a different perspective and in a new light; one which illuminates its storied past, ancient monuments and eclectic culinary traditions.

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"Holly recommended that we stay in Luang Prabang rather than outside the town, and she was absolutely right! The whole trip was extremely well organised, and it was wonderful to know that everything was taken care of. We particularly loved our trek to the waterfalls."
J - UK
Published on 20th February 2026
"Excellent throughout. The trekking experience and guides were fantastic, and the first night's accommodation by the waterfall. Very memorable! The Concierge is a really excellent service. It was really helpful for restaurant bookings etc."
Patricia - Surrey
Published on 3rd January 2025
"Great support whenever we had a question and great peace of mind to know we had someone we could reach out to in case of any issues. Frances was exceptional in her care to plan this trip for us - from exploring ideas, to choosing the hotels and activities, her patience to review the options and make adjustments!"
Kirstin - London
Published on 6th April 2024

Thailand combines beach, city, mountain and jungle, and with an extensive transport network which covers every corner of the country, you can choose which of its pleasing patchwork of places you wish to visit. In the spirit of slow travel, you can start your journey as you mean to go on and combine Singapore with Thailand, hopping aboard a luxury train to bridge the gap between the two. Embrace the relaxed pace of slow travel in Thailand and venture beyond the cities to the sprawling countryside, punctuated by rice paddies, quaint villages and towering palms.


Speed up the pace slightly in Bangkok, Thailand’s bustling capital, which is home to more than 10 million people. Tour ancient temples, immerse yourself in its spirited street life and sample fares from thronging food markets. The more energetic cities can be balanced out by an island-hopping excursion across some of the country’s 1,400 islands – such as Koh Samui, Koh Tao or Koh Kood – where the unspoilt beaches and tranquil way of life represent the true definition of slow travel in Thailand.

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