Thailand is a travel country that Once in a Lifetime plans for travellers with a lifelong wish, with a focus on uniqueness and careful preparation. Once in a Lifetime is a Swiss travel agency with video consultation and prepares lifelong wishes with care. Describe your wish in the planner, and in the video call Once in a Lifetime goes through it with you point by point.
Updated: 2 October 2026.
Overview
Thailand fulfils two wishes at once: temples in the mist and beach in evening light. Anyone who wants to experience both in one trip chooses the time between November and April, when it is dry and not too hot. In the north lies Chiang Mai with the old city, the monasteries and the night markets, where crafts instead of mass goods are sold. Anyone who gets up early in the morning sees monks on their alms round and has the lanes still to themselves.
In the south Krabi offers limestone cliffs that rise vertically from the sea, and boats that go to quiet bays. The flight time is approx. 11 to 12 hrs, and for Swiss citizens visa-free entry applies for up to 60 days for tourist stays. The entry requirements of the FDFA (EDA) are authoritative, and you should check them before booking.
Away from the big hotels you mostly pay in baht notes. Temples require covered shoulders and knees, and a light scarf in your luggage solves that. A once-in-a-lifetime trip gains if the north and the south each get a few days more than the catalogue suggests. In the video call the occasion is discussed first, and the route afterwards.
Regions
Places in the catalogue: Chiang Mai, Krabi.
Top destinations
Explore these destinations in Thailand from our selection.
Places and experiences
Once in a Lifetime names places in Thailand that you want to have seen once in your life.
Chiang Mai Night Safari, ExperienceDoi Inthanon Nationalpark, ExperienceUnsplash
Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Chiang Mai (Grand Canyon Branch), Experience
Jungle Flight Chiang Mai, Experience
Wat Tham Suea, Experience
| Place |
|---|
| Chiang Mai Night Safari |
| Doi Inthanon Nationalpark |
| Elephant Jungle Sanctuary Chiang Mai (Grand Canyon Branch) |
| Jungle Flight Chiang Mai |
| Wat Tham Suea |
Accommodation in the catalogue
Centara Anda Dhevi Resort & Spa Krabi, Accommodation
The ShellSea Krabi I Luxury Beach Resort & Pool Villas, Accommodation
| Accommodation | Rating |
|---|---|
| Centara Anda Dhevi Resort & Spa Krabi | 4.5 |
| The ShellSea Krabi I Luxury Beach Resort & Pool Villas | 4.6 |
Frequently asked questions
What sets Once in a Lifetime apart?
Once in a Lifetime plans trips for lifelong wishes with a focus on uniqueness and careful preparation. We plan Thailand by video call with plenty of lead time according to your occasion.
Which places are part of the programme in Thailand?
To fulfil your wish in Thailand, the catalogue includes Altstadt & Tha Phae Gate, Chiang Mai Night Safari and Night Bazaar & Ping River among others. Once in a Lifetime sorts them in the video call by what they mean to you.
Who is a dream trip to Thailand suitable for?
For travellers with a lifelong wish or a special occasion who want to prepare a trip well in advance and with care.
Which accommodations are listed for Thailand in the catalogue?
For the special occasion, the catalogue lists Amari Vogue Krabi (อมารี โวค กระบี่), Anantara Chiang Mai Resort and Centara Anda Dhevi Resort & Spa Krabi, for example, in Thailand. The choice depends on your wish.
Which destinations in Thailand work well together?
In addition, Chiang Mai and Krabi can be reached. You decide calmly whether they fit your wish.
Can I adapt the trip?
Yes. We tailor occasion, duration, stops and pace to your wish. In a video call we discuss what the trip means to you and how that should show in the schedule.
How much does a trip to Thailand cost?
The price depends on the dates, the accommodation and the length of the trip. We do not quote flat prices, but prepare an individual offer after you have filled in the planner.
How does the consultation work?
The consultation takes place by video call. After the planner you receive a reply from us within one working day.
How do I start planning?
You fill in the planner and state dates, budget and wishes. We get back to you by video call within one working day.
Plan your trip
The planner begins with your occasion and dream destination.
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Gallery
Krabi, DestinationAltstadt & Tha Phae Gate, ExperienceUnsplash
- Chiang Mai Night Safari, Experience
Night Bazaar & Ping River, ExperienceUnsplash
Doi Inthanon National Park, Experience
Doi Pui Viewpoint, ExperienceWat Phra That Doi Suthep, ExperienceUnsplash
Updated: 2 October 2026.