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Bangkok & Hua Hin

A 10-day winter escape through Bangkok & Hua Hin, Thailand — hand-planned by Rachana, with where to stay, what to do and where to eat all mapped out.

Ideal stay
10 days
Best season
November to March
From
$2,900–$10,990 pp

The place

About this destination

A 10-day winter escape through Bangkok & Hua Hin, Thailand — hand-planned by Rachana, with where to stay, what to do and where to eat all mapped out.

My experience

This is Rachana's own 10-day itinerary for Bangkok & Hua Hin, Thailand — the version she'd plan for a close friend. It threads together stays she rates like Top 3 Luxury Hotel Stays and Siam Kempinski Hotel, a day-by-day plan, and the meals worth booking ahead. Everything here is personally travelled and curated — no filler.
LuxuryWinter

Through the lens · 6 frames

Photo journal

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Day by day

The itinerary

  1. Day 01

    Arrival + Riverside Luxury

    • 01Check in to Capella/Four Seasons.
    • 02Sunset private boat ride on Chao Phraya River.
    • 03Dinner: at Riva del Fiume (Four Seasons) – Vegetarian options with river views.
    • 04Bar: BKK Social Club (Four Seasons) – Latin American vibe, ranked in Asia’s 50 Best Bars.

  2. Day 02

    Temples & Culture

    • 01Grand Palace & Emerald Buddha.
    • 02Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha).
    • 03Wat Arun across the river (scenic).
    • 04Lunch: at Err Urban Rustic Thai (Michelin Bib Gourmand, veg options).
    • 05Thai massage at Wat Pho Traditional School.
    • 06Dinner: at Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin (Siam Kempinski – Michelin starred, veg tasting menu available).

  3. Day 03

    Old Town & Chinatown Vibe

    • 01Explore Rattanakosin Island.
    • 02Visit Jim Thompson House (Thai silk museum).
    • 03Explore Yaowarat (Chinatown) for street eats and gold shops.
    • 04Michelin spot for dinner: Chim by Siam Wisdom (Modern Thai, veg options on request).
    • 05Bar: Teens of Thailand – Quirky gin-focused bar in Chinatown.

  4. Day 04

    Day Trip to Ayutthaya (optional)

    • 01Private car/train to UNESCO city Ayutthaya (1.5 hrs).
    • 02Visit historic temple ruins, river cruise.
    • 03Return by evening.
    • 04Dinner: at Bo.lan (conscious fine dining – traditional Thai, veg options).

  5. Day 05

    Modern Bangkok + Shopping

    • 01Morning: yoga or spa at hotel.
    • 02Visit Bangkok Art & Culture Centre (BACC).
    • 03Top 3 malls to shop
    • 041. Siam Paragon – Luxury brands, gourmet food hall.
    • 052. ICONSIAM – Riverside, multi-level extravagance.
    • 063. EmQuartier – Upscale fashion + dining.
    • 07Lunch: at Broccoli Revolution (100% vegetarian).
    • 08Dinner: at Haoma – Sustainability-driven fine dining (Michelin, vegetarian tasting menu available).
    • 09Bar: Tropic City – Bangkok’s tropical cocktail paradise.

  6. Day 06

    Leisure + Local Experience

    • 01Flower market (Pak Khlong Talad).
    • 02Klong boat tour of Bangkok’s canals.
    • 03Thai cooking class (vegetarian version at Baipai Thai Cooking School).
    • 04Early dinner at May Kaidee – Traditional Thai veg cooking.
    • 05Optional rooftop drink at Vertigo & Moon Bar (Banyan Tree) – Iconic sunset spot.
    • 06Top Vegetarian-Friendly Restaurants (Bangkok)
    • 071. Broccoli Revolution – Vegan, organic, global flavors.
    • 082. May Kaidee – Traditional Thai vegetarian/vegan.
    • 093. Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin – Innovative Thai fine dining with veg tasting menus.
    • 104. Na Aroon (Ariyasomvilla) – Peaceful setting, fully vegetarian.
    • 115. Bonita Café and Social Club – Vegan with comfort food feel.
    • 126. Zuma - great Japanese cuisine.
    • 137. Gagan - Modem Indian fusion experience by chef Gagan.
    • 148. Rossano’s (Italian)

  7. Day 07

    Arrival + Relaxation

    • 01Transfer from Bangkok (approx. 3 hrs by car).
    • 02Check-in and spa/massage session at Chiva-Som.
    • 03Evening: beach walk.
    • 04Dinner: at resort (vegetarian set available).

  8. Day 08

    Culture + Vineyards

    • 01Visit Maruekhathaiyawan Palace (Teak wood palace).
    • 02Monsoon Valley Vineyard – Wine tasting tour (veg lunch available).
    • 03Sunset at Khao Takiab Temple (hilltop with panoramic views).
    • 04Dinner: at Coast Beach Club & Bistro – Vegetarian Mediterranean menu.

  9. Day 09

    Local Exploration

    • 01Cicada Night Market (Art, craft, music, food stalls).
    • 02Plearnwan Vintage Market.
    • 03Lunch: at Veggie Home Hua Hin.
    • 04Spa treatment or Thai wellness ritual at the resort.
    • 05Dinner: at The Baguette Hua Hin – French-inspired bakery with veg options.

  10. Day 10

    Leisure + Return

    • 01Relax by the beach or morning meditation session.
    • 02Brunch: at resort.
    • 03Return to Bangkok or onward travel.
    • 04Top Vegetarian-Friendly Restaurants (Hua Hin)
    • 051. Veggie Home Hua Hin – Fully vegetarian.
    • 062. Coast Beach Club – Upscale bistro, great veg dishes.
    • 073. Chiva-Som Wellness Cuisine – Custom vegetarian menus based on your wellness goals.
    • 084. Orchids Restaurant – Fine dining Thai with vegetarian menu.
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Where to sleep

Hotels worth booking

Hotel · 01

Top 3 Luxury Hotel Stays

Bangkok & Hua Hin, Thailand

Hotel · 02

Siam Kempinski Hotel

Bangkok & Hua Hin, Thailand

Prime location next to Siam Paragon. Elegant suites, lush gardens, and world-class service.

What to order

Local cuisine

Vegetable pad thai
Must try

Local speciality

Vegetable pad thai

Veg green curry
Must try

Local speciality

Veg green curry

Tom kha (coconut mushroom soup)
Must try

Local speciality

Tom kha (coconut mushroom soup)

Mango sticky rice
Must try

Local speciality

Mango sticky rice

Papaya salad (som tam)
Must try

Local speciality

Papaya salad (som tam)

04

Logistics

Getting there & around

01 · Private transfers

Pre-arranged private cars with English-speaking drivers for a seamless trip.

02 · Domestic connections

Short internal flights or transfers link the highlights.

03 · Airport arrival

A private meet-and-greet transfer is arranged from the moment you land.

The numbers

Budget breakdown

Total · per person

$2,900–$10,990 pp

USD

Breakdown

Accommodation
$200–$700 / night
Food & dining
$36–$154 / day
Transportation
$24–$105 / day
Activities
$30–$140 / day

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