Thailand 2026
Celebrate festival season in Thailand
DATES: NOVEMBER 20-29, 2026
Group trips for modern women
why travel with us?
Our team has spent countless hours planning trips, traveling, and experiencing new cultures. Our travel expertise and our passion to build a community of travel girls is what led us to start Scout Escapes. We love that traveling can create life-long friendships through experiences you’ll never forget.
Here’s what our Thailand group trip can offer you:
- Expert team to research & plan every trip detail
- Bespoke itineraries with a balance of activities & free time
- Small-group environment to forge true connections
- Private bucket-list experiences with trusted guides, drivers & vendors
- Top-notch boutique & luxury hotel selection
How It Works
Register
Register online to receive confirmation information & book a call with our team to go over group trip details
Confirm
Confirm your spot with our trip deposit & booking agreement. Set up your payment plan or financing with Affirm
Prepare
Prepare for your trip by filling out our detailed questionnaires, joining our group trip chat & pre-trip welcome call
Hotel Selection
Where are we staying?
We want to prioritize your comfort and convenience to provide you the best group travel experience, so we have chosen beautiful 5-star hotels in Thailand with two twin beds (double occupancy). Single occupancy available, but limited.
The Standard Bangkok Mahanakhon is a bold, design-forward lifestyle hotel set inside one of the city’s most iconic skyscrapers. Known for its playful interiors, vibrant social scene, and elevated dining, it blends stylish rooms with standout experiences—from a rooftop pool to one of Bangkok’s highest sky bars – 3 nights
Aleenta Retreat Chiang Mai is a serene, design-led wellness hideaway set in the lush foothills just outside the city. Blending traditional Thai architecture with modern comforts, it’s an intimate, slow-paced escape centered around holistic wellbeing—think yoga, meditation, Ayurvedic therapies, and personalized retreat programs – 3 nights
Sri Panwa Phuket is a ultra-luxury hillside retreat perched on the tip of Cape Panwa, known for its iconic private pool villas and sweeping Andaman Sea views. With sleek, glass-fronted villas, multiple restaurants and beach clubs, and one of Phuket’s most famous rooftop bars, it blends laid-back island living with high-end design and service – 3 nights
Activities & excursions
What are we doing?
We have crafted a bucket-list Thailand itinerary for this trip, including cultural experiences, Yi Peng festival highlights, relaxation & must-do activities while offering some free time to enjoy the spa, shop or explore.
Day 1
- Arrival day
Day 2
- Private guided tour of Bangkok by tuk tuk with visits to Wat Arun, Wat Pho & the Royal Palace
- Optional sunset dinner cruise
Day 3
- Optional morning floating market visit or free time to shop & explore
- Afternoon private Michelin guide street food tour
Day 4
- Flight to Chiang Mai
- Check-in to the hotel
- Enjoy the hotel amenities & wellness facilities at leisure
- Shop & explore Chiang Mai’s night market
Day 5
- Optional Thai cooking class or free time
- Elite Yi-Peng lantern festival experience with dinner
Day 6
- Private day trip to Thailand’s only ethical sanctuary
- Elephant Nature Park
- Evening at Loi Krathong festival & parade in Chiang Mai’s city center
Day 7
- Flight to Phuket
- Check-in to the hotel
- Enjoy the hotel amenities & sunset yoga
Day 8
Day 9
- Optional Thai massage treatment
- Beach day
- Themed farewell dinner celebration
Thailand 2026
Pricing & Inclusions
$6975
What's Included
- 5-star hotels in Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket (9 nights)
- Daily breakfast
- Daily yoga & wellness activities (optional)
- Airport transfers on arrival (BKK) & departure dates (HKT)
- Daily private drivers & internal transport
- Domestic flights to Chiang Mai & Phuket
- Private tuk tuk tour in Bangkok
- Visits to Wat Arun, Wat Pho & the Royal Palace
- Private Michelin guide street food tour
- Explore Chiang Mai & night market
- Elite entry to Yi Peng Lantern Festival, dinner included
- Day trip to Elephant Nature Park
- Loi Krathong festival & parade in Chiang Mai
- Private yacht day to Phi Phi Islands & Maya Bay
- Themed welcome & farewell celebrations
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Additional alcohol, snacks & meals not mentioned
- Taxis/transit on personal time
- Travel insurance (required)
- Airport transfers outside of the tour dates & designated airports
- Optional visit to Bangkok’s floating market
- Optional Thai cooking class in Chiang Mai
- Optional Thai massage
Ready to join us?
Thailand 2026
Payment Information
If you prefer a single room, spots are limited so please contact us for a single supplement quote.
- $750 non-refundable deposit required to confirm your spot
- Your payment plan may differ slightly depending on your registration date.
- Scheduled payments are due upon receipt. There is a $30 fee for late payments made after 15 days
Flexible payment plans available with Affirm or Klarna
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Behind our group trips
Who is this trip for?
This trip is perfect for open minded travelers looking to have new experiences, participate in Thailand’s festival season, make new friends, and immerse themselves into a new culture.
This trip will be full foodie activities, scenic views, coastal days and cultural immersion in Thai culture, traditions & spirituality.
This trip is perfect for those that are looking to experience the luxurious side of Thailand with a balanced itinerary of planned activities & free time to relax and enjoy the fabulous hotel amenities
Unique considerations for Thailand
The period we are traveling to Thailand is high season & the most expensive week of the year for the Yi Peng festival, so our trip price reflects this. We have chosen the Elite Yi Peng package for the most luxurious experience possible for our guests’ once-in-a-lifetime experience.
- Flights: you will be flying into Bangkok (BKK) & out of Phuket (HKT)
- Transportation: we’ll be traveling around by domestic flights, tuk tuk’s & car rides. Within the cities, we’ll be walking a bit on foot to explore.
- Weather: weather this time of year is warm with highs in the 80’s and lows in the 70’s. Most days are sunny, with the occasional light tropical shower.
San &Marilee
Meet your hosts
Sam is the co-founder of Scout Escapes and your co-host for this trip. She’s a huge foodie at heart & loves learning about local cultures, browsing markets for unique souvenirs, and embracing a slower style of travel. She’s helped design this trip from her favorite parts of Thailand — amazing food, beautiful scenery, & authentic moments that make travel unforgettable.
Marilee is your Thailand co-host. She’s visited over 56 countries and her travel goal is to complete the new 7 wonders of the world. She’s an expert trip planner & loves to check off unique adventures from her bucket-list. She’s full of positive energy & always brings the happiest mood to the group!
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Questions about our group trips? We have answers.
What is the age range?
Our trips are open to anyone aged 21+. We welcome a diverse age range of travelers and believe that age is just a number! If you want to know the current demographic of who is signed up for this itinerary, please send our team an email.
Can you explain your pricing
Our group trips are bespoke itineraries, curated with boutique hotels and private experiences. We exclusively select 4 and 5-star hotels and prioritize private guided activities and private transportation with trusted travel partners in the industry to provide you with an exceptional trip that is worth the price tag.
Is this open to first-time travelers?
Absolutely! Our trips are open to first-time travelers and travel veterans alike. We craft our trips in detail and can assist you every step of the way. You’ll be given an abundance of information, including destination info, travel tips, packing list, and restaurant and free-time recommendations. As always, you will also have your expert host and local guides with you during the entire trip!
How are roommates assigned?
All attendees are required to submit an extensive questionnaire that helps us get to know you and pair roommates. We take into account sleeping habits, travel preferences, tidiness, personality, hobbies and interests to choose your roommate. We also open our Instagram group chat if you prefer to find a roommate with someone you vibe with on your own. If you prefer to be solo, single rooms are an additional fee & subject to availability.
Can I explore on my own?
Yes, you can absolutely do things on your own. We have scheduled free time in every destination and provide you with a list of suggestions for activities. You’re welcome to explore on your own or opt in with the group for an optional free time activity.
Why is this trip priced in USD?
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