5 Amazing Thailand Holidays from Ireland from €949 Including Flights & 5 Star Hotels!

Want to see bustling Bangkok, charming Chiang Mai and Thailand’s idyllic islands? I’ve got 5 great Thailand holidays from Ireland to suit all tastes and holiday styles.

With vibrant cities, cultural centres, wonderful wildlife and over 1400 tropical islands, it’s no surprise that Thailand holidays are so highly sought after. What is surprising however, is that holidays to Thailand from Ireland are such great value!

For couples, friends or families looking for a unique holiday experience, I have teamed up with long haul specialists Tropical Sky to bring you 5 great holiday deals to Thailand. Prices are based on two sharing and include flights, private airport transfers and checked baggage, and in some cases meals too!

Culture vultures will love Thailand’s incredible temples, rice terraces and floating markets, couples can choose from a host of beachfront hotels and vibrant nightlife, while thrillseekers can swim with whale sharks, camp in rainforests and even enjoy whitewater rafting.

Families are catered for too, why not combine a beach stay with a magical experience in an ethical elephant camp? And let’s not forget its mouth-watering cuisine and wonderful friendly people, Thailand holidays offer something for everyone to enjoy. 

I have listed just a sample of the Thailand holidays that Tropical Sky offer, so if you want to choose alternative dates, add on a few nights in Bangkok, or bring the kids along, simply contact the team at Tropical Sky by phone, or submit an enquiry online, and they will design the perfect holiday to Thailand for you.

And, that’s not all – you can save a further €100 off all holidays to Thailand when you mention The Travel Expert!

5 Star Luxury Phi Phi Island & Phuket, 10 Nights B&B: from €1379pp

This dreamy two-centre Thailand holiday allows you to experience the Phi Phi Islands in style. This tropical paradise has stunning beaches and crystal-clear turquoise waters, and is of the top places to visit in Thailand. The shallow waters are perfect for swimming, and beyond, there are coral reefs teeming with colourful marine life ideal for snorkelling.

Stay at the 5-Star SAii Phi Phi Island Village, and wake up from your thatched bungalow and enjoy the hotel’s own private beachfront – it is the only one of its kind on Phi Phi Don, the largest of the Phi Phi Islands. When the day trippers have left you can enjoy the islands iconic sunsets without the crowds.

There are three restaurants, as well as a Spa and a host of watersports, including a five-star PADI Dive Centre. While this is a super choice for a secluded getaway, the hotel also caters for families, and has a separate children’s pool with waterslide.

As well as five nights in Phi Phi Don, you will also enjoy a five-night stay in the stunning SAii Laguna Phuket, which is just 75 minutes away by boat. This fabulous beachfront hotel has a choice of restaurants on site as well as watersports, tennis, squash courts and a gym. It is located in the famous Laguna Destination Resort, so if you visit any of the hotels and bars here you can add the charges to your hotel room.

Price of €1379 includes flights, transfers, checked baggage and hotels on a bed and breakfast basis, departing in May or €1679 in August. Quote ref 720862-1, Dates and durations can be changed to suit you.

*Price includes a €100 per booking discount when you mention The Travel Expert.

This itinerary is just a suggestion so you can choose to stay in Phuket first, and then go to the Phi Phi Islands or the other way around, you can also choose to add on a stay in Bangkok or Chiang Mai for the ultimate Thailand honeymoon.

5 Star Pavilions Phuket, B&B, 7 Nights: from €949pp

If luxury and privacy is what you seek, look no further than the 5-star boutique hotel, Pavilions Phuket. With 95 luxury villas and suites, many with private infinity pools overlooking the beach and hillside – the location couldn’t be better.

There are three award-winning restaurants and bars, including a hilltop bar which offers the best views of the sun setting over the Andaman Sea. Yoga and fitness classes are available as well as a luxury Spa.

If you can manage to tear yourself away from this luxury resort, you can enjoy complimentary sunbeds and beach towels at the locally run beach restaurant, about 10 minutes from the resort. You can also go island hopping in Thailand easily from here. Visit the world-famous Maya Bay, where the movie The Beach was set, as well as the stunning Bamboo Island.

Price of €949 includes flights, checked baggage and hotel on a bed and breakfast basis, departing in May, or €1089 in March. Quote ref: 720862-2/11. Dates and durations can be changed to suit you. Why not add on a stay in Bangkok or Chiang Mai for the ultimate Thailand adventure?

*Price includes a €100 per booking discount when you mention The Travel Expert.

Elephant Hills and Beach Stay, 12 Nights: from €1799pp

This super itinerary sums up Thailand’s diversity in a nutshell. If you are looking for picture postcard ocean views, but want a little adventure thrown in, this 12-night holiday to Thailand should do the trick.

Enjoy two nights at Elephant Hills, and five nights at both the Khaolak Merlin Resort and the 5-star SAii Laguna Phuket, with all flights and transfers included. 

At Elephant Hills you will be staying in a luxury tent with en suite facilities in the heart of the rainforest! Trek through the rainforest, go sightseeing on a traditional longtail boat, and enjoy a canoe safari down the Sok river, and of course you will get the chance to interact with the resident elephants, and learn all about their conservation. All meals are included at Elephant Hills camp too.

Price is based on a 12-night stay in May and includes flights from Dublin, as well as transfers, checked baggage, beach hotels on a bed and breakfast basis and full board at Elephant Hills camp. Dates and durations can be changed to suit you. Quote ref: 720862-3

Want to bring the kids along? I think this would make a wonderful family holiday to Thailand! But make sure you book early as there is only limited capacity and school holiday dates fill up fast. Price for a family of four is €5629 in June or €9899 during Easter holidays. Ref: 720862-8/9 (minimum age is 4 years).

*Price includes a €100 per booking discount when you mention The Travel Expert.

5 Star Melati Beach Resort & Spa, B&B, 7 Nights: from €1349pp

Located on a private beach in the north of Samui, surrounded by tropical forests, Melati Beach Resort & Spa is a luxurious hotel that’s ideal for couples looking for a relaxing holiday resort in Thailand. There are a choice of restaurants and room types. including villas with private pools. There are also daily activities including Yoga, Pilates and beach volleyball, as well as a luxury Spa.

The hotel runs a shuttle bus to nearby Chaweng Beach too if you want a livelier scene, and many of Koh Samui’s top attractions are easily reached from the hotel. The popular Bophut Fisherman’s Village is just over 15 minutes away, with boutique shops and restaurants, and it is one of the best places to catch the sunset. If you want to venture further afield, you can reach the famous island of Koh Phangan in 20 minutes and Koh Tao in 2 hours, by speedboat.

Price of €1349 includes flights, transfers, checked baggage and a seven-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis, departing in May or €1519 in March. Quote ref: 720862-6/12. Why not add on a stay in Bangkok or at the Elephant Hills camp, the Thailand specialists in Tropical Sky will be able to assist you with this.

*Price includes a €100 per booking discount when you mention The Travel Expert.

Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Koh Samui, 12 Nights B&B: from €1999pp

Combining the bustling city of Bangkok with the charming city of Chiang Mai really shows the diversity of Thailand’s two largest cities. Visit Bangkok’s Grand Palace and floating markets and sample its amazing street food, before flying to the cultural city of Chiang Mai for a three-night stay. Marvel at Chiang Mai’s ancient temples and take a Longtail Boat tour for the ultimate Thai experience.

You will also enjoy top hotels throughout your stay. The Rembrandt Hotel & Suites is one of Bangkok’s most popular hotels, and is superbly located in trendy Sukhumvit, while the Tamarind Village Hotel in Chiang Mai is located inside the ancient city walls and is one of the best places to stay in Chiang Mai.

After five action-packed days exploring both cities, what better than a seven-night stay in the beautiful island of Koh Samui.

You will be staying at the 5-Star NH Collection Samui Peace Resort which is located on a stunning beach with a backdrop of lush green forests, and offers a choice of bungalow and villa accommodation.

As the name suggests, the location is peaceful, however, the lively Bohput’s Fishermans Village is only 15 minute walk away, which has an array of dining options and boutique shopping. If you want to venture further, the neighbouring islands of Ko Pha Ngan and Koh Tao provide exciting day trip opportunities.

Price of €1999 includes all flights, transfers, checked baggage and hotels on a bed and breakfast basis, departing in May. Quote ref: 720862-7. Dates and durations can be changed to suit you.

*Price includes a €100 per booking discount when you mention The Travel Expert.

I hope these Thailand holidays from Ireland will help you plan a trip this captivating country. Prices and hotel facilities are correct at the time of issue but are subject to change. This post was sponsored by Tropical Sky.