Thailand Tours

If you are staying in Thailand for 30 days or less, you will be granted a visa exemption on arrival provided you have a passport from one of the following countries: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bahrain, Brunei, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Iceland, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Kuwait, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Peru, Philippines, Portugal, Poland, Qatar, Singapore, Spain, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, USA, Vietnam, Czech Republic, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Slovak Republic, Slovenia. Please check the official Thai Visa website to double check as this list may change from time to time. For all other nationalities, or if you are planning on staying longer than 30 days, you can apply for an E visa online via https://thaievisa.go.th

Passport validity entry requirements: Travellers entering Thailand must carry a passport or travel document valid for at least 60 days from the expiry date of their visa. This information is provided as a guidance, we strongly advise that you check with the consulate or embassy as this information can change at any time and with little notice. It is your responsibility to make sure that all the required travel documents are ready when travelling.

Yes, all passengers travelling with Travel Talk must have travel insurance before participating in any of our tours. Your guide will collect your travel insurance details on the first day of your trip. It is your responsibility to make sure you have an adequate and suitable travel insurance in place. You may read more about this here

Free Wi-Fi is commonly available in airports, hotels, cafes and restaurants in Thai cities, however the quality of connection differs. You can also find plenty of internet cafes in the cities you visit. Make sure to enable data roaming on your mobile if you wish to use 3G/4G, although the connection may be unreliable in some rural areas.

Yes, you should be able to use your mobile phone in Thailand as coverage is generally quite widespread in the country’s larger cities and towns but may not be available in rural areas.

The Thai Baht is the currency of Thailand. Please find below approximate prices in USD to give you an idea.

• Coffee: 25 Baht (0.80 USD)
• Sandwiches: 30 Baht (0.90 USD)
• A bottle of beer: 50 Baht (1.50 USD)
• Water (1.5L): 15 Baht (0.45 USD)
• Street food: 50 Baht (1.50 USD)
• Mid-range restaurant meal: 90-150 Baht (2.80- 4.60 USD)

Thailand has a tropical humid climate with two main seasons, rainy and dry season, and warm temperatures throughout the year. The best time to visit Thailand is generally from December to April, when you’ll be guaranteed the most sunshine and with an average temperature of around 32 °C and up to 9 hours of sun a day! January is considered the least humid month and February and March are generally considered the driest and sunniest, with April the hottest.

Rainy season varies from region to region in Thailand. Between June and October, monsoon season affects the northern, central and south-western parts of the country. Whereas between October and December, the south-eastern coast of Thailand receives the most rain. October on average is considered the wettest month throughout Thailand. The country’s average temperature year round is warm at 27 °C.

When packing for Thailand, choose loose, breathable clothes, clothes made of lightweight fabrics such as linen and cotton blends. Also take a raincoat and a cardigan/sweatshirt with you if traveling in the wet season.

When visiting temples there is a strict dress code, so be sure to cover your shoulders and knees with loose-fitting such as long pants and shirts.

Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in Thailand, but cash is a must for many purchases. Be sure to exchange money when you arrive at the airport, as USD is not accepted anywhere. ATMs are common.

It is NOT safe to drink tap water in Thailand as water quality varies from region to region and there may be harmful bacteria or viruses. Bottled water is commonly available, alternatively you may fill a reusable water bottle or carry water purification tablets with you to reduce your use of plastic.

You can brush your teeth with tap water as long as you don’t swallow the water.

Although tipping is not mandatory, tips for good services are highly appreciated, especially if you believe the service is good. Your tour guide and crew would be especially appreciative and honoured with gratitude at the end of your tour.

You can join a tour late or miss the Welcome Meeting on Day 1 if you inform us prior to the departure date. Please note that it will be your responsibility to make the necessary arrangements to catch up with the group.

Please contact us at [email protected]. or +44 208 099 9596. For all emergencies, you can contact +44 208 099 7536.

The Thai Baht is the local currency. You can get Baht from ATM’s using your debit card or travel card — withdrawing cash on credit card is less favourable. Visa and MasterCard are widely accepted except in some small vendors. Avoid changing the bulk of your money at the airport as the exchange rates are usually more favourable in the city. Your tour leader will be pleased to help if you need any assistance.

The baggage allowance for the flights within this tour, 1 checked luggage up to 20kg and 1 hand carry on up to 7kg.

Of course! We often have solo travellers joining our tours to meet and travel with like-minded adventurers, forming longstanding friendships. We also strive to provide a relaxed and sociable tour experience to allow the group to weld throughout the journey. Solo travellers will be roomed with another solo traveller of the same gender, or can upgrade to a solo room by paying the single supplement.

If you don’t mind being roomed with another single traveller of the same gender, you do not need to pay the supplement. However if you would like to stay in a private room for the duration of your tour, there is the option to pay a single supplement. Prices for this vary from tour to tour.

Please contact us with your request & we will do our best to arrange your room accordingly: [email protected].

Our tours do not include airfare to/from the destination, and we do not advise on, ticket or sell flights. It is your responsibility to make it to the starting point of your tour on time.

If you provide your dietary requirements at the time of booking, we will do our best to make the necessary arrangements where available. You can leave a comment under the “Notes” section when making an online booking or simply contact us. Please note that gluten-free & vegan options may be limited in the country.

You can bring a small backpack for a day’s use to carry your personal items for the trip.

We recommend bringing sunscreen and insect repellent.

Thailand is relatively safe countries to travel to. The main source of income is tourism.