My neighbour went to Thailand twice in one year. So I looked into it. thailand tour packages from lahore are cheaper than most people think, and the flight is only five to six hours from Lahore.

Most packages cover Bangkok plus either Pattaya or Phuket. Pattaya is two hours by road from Bangkok. Phuket needs a domestic flight but the beaches are worth it. The temples — Wat Arun, Grand Palace, reclining Buddha — are a big part of the trip.

It's hot. Very hot. Even in December. Carry light clothes and comfortable shoes.

Visa on arrival is available for Pakistani passport holders, but rules keep changing. Confirm with whoever you're booking through. Don't trust old blog posts.

Best time to go is November to February. March to May is brutally hot. June to October is rainy season, but the rain comes in short bursts, not all day.

One tip. Don't try to see everything in five days. Pick two places and do them properly. Most people come back tired instead of relaxed.

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