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Thailand Travel Guide from India — Visa, Cost, Itinerary, Tips

By The Posh Travels Editorial · 4 April 2026 · 11 min read
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Thailand is the easiest international holiday from India — direct flights from 8 cities, visa-on-arrival, English everywhere and a rupee that goes far. Here's the no-fluff guide.

Visa for Indians (2026)

Visa-on-arrival is available for stays up to 15 days at all major Thai airports. Cost: 2,000 THB (~₹4,800). Bring 2 passport photos, return ticket, hotel booking and 20,000 THB cash equivalent. Recommended: apply for the e-Visa online before flying — it's faster and avoids airport queues.

Best time to visit

November–March is peak — dry, sunny, perfect. April is hottest. May–October is monsoon (cheaper, still travel-able if you don't mind afternoon showers).

How much does Thailand cost from India?

  • Flights (round-trip): ₹18,000–₹35,000 from Mumbai/Delhi/Bengaluru
  • Hotels (4★): ₹3,500–₹6,500/night
  • Food: ₹400–₹1,200/meal at decent restaurants, street food ₹150
  • Phi Phi day cruise: ~₹3,500/person
  • 7-day total (Standard tier): ₹55,000–₹75,000/person all-inclusive
  • Bangkok (2N): Grand Palace, floating market, MBK shopping, rooftop dinner
  • Krabi (3N): Phi Phi & 4-island cruises, Railay beach, Tiger Cave temple
  • Phuket (2N): Patong nightlife, Big Buddha, Old Town

Money tips

Carry USD or INR and exchange at SuperRich Thailand (best rates). Don't exchange at the airport. International cards work everywhere; UPI does not (yet — coming soon).

Mistakes to avoid

  • Don't book Bangkok–Phuket flights separately if combining; let us bundle for ~30% cheaper
  • Skip "free" tuk-tuk tours — they're shopping traps
  • Always negotiate at markets — start at 40% of asking price

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