14 days in Thailand & Malaysia Itinerary

Enjoy cultural, historical, and culinary exploration during your holiday in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand and the most populous city in the country.

For shopping fun, head to Siam Paragon or Rajawongse Clothier. Let the collections at Jim Thompson House and Bangkok Art & Culture Centre (BACC) capture your imagination. There's lots more to do: explore the historical opulence of The Grand Palace, relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Temple of Dawn (Wat Arun), and buy something for everyone on your list at MBK Center (Ma Boon Khrong Center).

To see photos, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, use the Bangkok trip planner.

Karachi, Pakistan to Bangkok is an approximately 9-hour flight. Traveling from Karachi to Bangkok, you'll lose 2 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Karachi in October, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in Bangkok: temperatures range from 90°F by day to 77°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sat) early enough to travel to Chiang Mai.

Discover the diverse history and culture of northern Thailand during a holiday in Chiang Mai, the largest and most significant city in the region.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sun): surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour. Keep things going the next day: explore the ancient world of Wat Chedi Luang Worawihan, then look for gifts at Mesimu, then see the interesting displays at Museum of World Insects and Natural Wonders, and finally relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers.

To see photos, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Chiang Mai vacation site .

You can fly from Bangkok to Chiang Mai in 3.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi and flight; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 90°F in October, and nighttime lows around 73°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Mon) early enough to travel to Krabi Town.

Krabi Town takes you away from the bustle of coastal beach resorts in this region.

Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Tue): look for gifts at King's Fashion, Tailors in Ao nang, then enjoy the sand and surf at Ao Nang Beach, then tour the pleasant surroundings at PhraNang Cave Beach, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Ao Phra Nang. On the 23rd (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: enjoy the sand and surf at Railay Beach, then enjoy the sand and surf at Khlong Muang Beach, and then look for gifts at de' MARCO Fashions.

To find other places to visit, ratings, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Krabi Town planner .

Getting from Chiang Mai to Krabi Town by combination of flight and bus takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. In October, plan for daily highs up to 89°F, and evening lows to 74°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 23rd (Wed) so you can drive to George Town.

A kind of architectural playground, George Town is city offering an attractive mix of style, history, and culture.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Thu): see the interesting displays at Khoo Kongsi, then contemplate the long history of Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion, then get engrossed in the history at Pinang Peranakan Mansion, and finally stop by Areca Books.

To find where to stay, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our George Town visit planner.

Getting from Krabi Town to George Town by car takes about 7 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and flight. October in George Town sees daily highs of 87°F and lows of 76°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Fri) so you can travel to Melaka.

Known as the "Historical City," Melaka boasts an eclectic blend of colonial, Peranakan Chinese, and traditional Malay architecture.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Fri): explore the activities along Malacca River, then make a trip to Chinatown - Melaka, then don't miss a visit to Jonker Street Night Market, and finally take an in-depth tour of Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum.

For ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Melaka road trip planning website .

Traveling by flight from George Town to Melaka takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of ferry and car. Traveling from George Town to Melaka, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In October, plan for daily highs up to 90°F, and evening lows to 75°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) early enough to drive to Kuala Lumpur.

A holiday in Kuala Lumpur, a modern metropolis and capital of Malaysia, reveals a place where colonial influences, Asian traditions, and modern aesthetics come together in urban architecture and street layout.

On the 26th (Sat), take in nature's colorful creations at Taman Orkid Kuala Lumpur, walk around KL Bird Park, then explore the world behind art at Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, then wander the streets of KLCC - Bukit Bintang Pedestrian Walkway, and finally admire the striking features of Petronas Twin Towers. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the fascinating underground world of Batu Caves, get engrossed in the history at National Museum, then shop like a local with Chinatown, and finally buy something for everyone on your list at Central Market Kuala Lumpur.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Kuala Lumpur trip builder app .

Traveling by car from Melaka to Kuala Lumpur takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. In October, plan for daily highs up to 91°F, and evening lows to 76°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Mon) early enough to travel to Patong.

Take advantage of nighttime entertainment and daytime relaxation on a Patong vacation.

Visit Patong Beach and Karon Beach for some beach relaxation. Visiting Scuba & Snorkeling and Kata Beach will get you outdoors. Go for a jaunt from Patong to Nai Harn to see Nai Harn Beach about 40 minutes away. There's still lots to do: browse the different shops at Jungceylon, stroll through Freedom Beach, have some family-friendly fun at Phuket Kart, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers.

For other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Patong vacation planner.

Do a combination of flight and bus from Kuala Lumpur to Patong in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. The time zone changes from Malaysia Time to Indochina Time, which is usually a -1 hour difference. In October in Patong, expect temperatures between 88°F during the day and 74°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 30th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.