Thailand from Skyline to Beach

Upon arrival at Bangkok Airport, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel: the COMO Metropolitan Bangkok.

The COMO Metropolitan is an oasis of tranquility in the heart of the city, in the Sathorn district and within walking distance of the shopping streets. Behind its understated façade unfolds a serene, minimalist world: bright rooms in calming tones, a lush pool, and the renowned wellness center COMO Shambhala. On the ground floor, you will find Nahm, the Thai restaurant awarded a Michelin star, and the stylish Met Bar. A stay where the energy of the metropolis is within reach, but you are never overwhelmed by it.

After the long flight, the rest of the day is free to relax. A wonderful way to start: in the late afternoon, settle into one of the city's rooftop skybars, with a cocktail in hand and the shimmering lights of Bangkok at your feet.

After breakfast, your exploration of the capital begins. You will visit the Grand Palace with Wat Phra Kaew, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, and across the river, the impressive Wat Arun, the Temple of Dawn. This visit is combined with a longtail boat ride through the klongs: the narrow canals where old Bangkok still lives on, passing wooden stilt houses, small temples, and boats filled with tropical fruit.

A day to set your own pace. Relax by the pool or in the spa, wander through the markets and modern shopping centers, or explore one of the characteristic neighborhoods. For this evening, we recommend reserving a table at Nahm in the COMO Metropolitan Bangkok. In this Michelin-starred restaurant, the chef puts a refined, contemporary spin on classic Thai dishes, with bold, fresh flavors that balance sweet and salty.

This morning, you will be transferred to the airport for the short flight to Koh Samui. Upon arrival, your transfer awaits to take you to the Four Seasons Koh Samui, your home base for the next seven nights.

The Four Seasons is tucked away on a lush hilltop overlooking the tranquil Laem Yai Bay on the northwest coast of the island. The standalone villas are perched high among the coconut trees, built through and around the trees so that none needed to be felled, each with its own infinity pool and a terrace offering sweeping views over the Gulf of Thailand. With a buggy, you can drive along the winding paths to the white beach below, the spa, or CoCoRum, the lounge bar with Asia’s only rum vault. And when the sky above the bay turns orange in the evening, you realize this is the exact peace you were seeking.

The rest of the day is for a first swim in the sea, a walk along the tide line, and a relaxing dinner while the sun sets into the sea.

Six days to experience Koh Samui in your own way. The days can effortlessly be filled with lounging on the beach, floating in the pool, and indulging in spa treatments. For those who wish to explore more, this versatile island offers plenty of options.

One of the most beautiful excursions is a boat trip to Ang Thong National Marine Park, an archipelago of about forty limestone islands rising steeply from emerald green waters. You sail from bay to bay, kayak past hidden caves, and climb to a viewpoint overlooking a hidden crater lake. A day trip to Koh Tao and the idyllic Koh Nang Yuan is also worthwhile, featuring some of the region’s best snorkeling spots.

On the island itself, visiting the Big Buddha and the graceful Wat Plai Laem temple is highly recommended, as well as the Na Muang waterfalls in the lush inland area. For the evening, Fisherman's Village in Bophut is a lovely choice: a charming street lined with wooden shops, atmospheric seaside restaurants, and on Fridays, a lively walking street. End one of the evenings at a beach club, with your feet in the sand and a drink at sunset.

After breakfast, you can enjoy a final morning by the sea before the return journey begins later in the day. A transfer will take you to Koh Samui Airport, from where you will fly home via Bangkok.