Beach Break at Phuket

📍 Phuket Airport – The Old Phuket Karon Hotel (38.4 km): 39 min Phuket Airport – The Renaissance Phuket (16.3 km): 20 min Phuket Airport – The Surin Phuket (23.9 km): 28 min Phuket Airport – The Shore Katathani (49 km): 50 min

Upon arrival at Phuket Airport, our local representative will assist you for private transfer by air-conditioned vehicle to the hotel.

Overnight in Phuket

Inclusions:

Breakfast at the resort and all day is free at leisure. Optional tours are available with pre-arrangement.

OPTIONAL ACTIVITY: Full Day Phi Phi Island by Speedboat (Join-In)

You will be picked up between 7:00 and 8:30, depending on your location. Escape to a quieter, more natural side of southern Thailand on this day trip from Phuket. Travel by speedboat across the Andaman Sea to the six scenic Phi Phi Islands. The journey to Phi Phi takes around 45 minutes, passing spectacular limestone karsts that rise from the blue waters. Sit back and relax, enjoying the views as the boat cruises closer to paradise. Make a stop at Maya Bay, arguably one of Thailand’s most beautiful spots, for photos and sightseeing. The bay is so stunning that it was used as the setting for the famous Hollywood movie ‘The Beach.’

Continue around the islands, visiting Phi Phi Lay Cove and Monkey Beach. Each of these stretches of island features swaying palm trees and white sandy beaches. There are also calm, clear waters teeming with fish for those who wish to explore Thailand’s underwater beauty.

During the day, lunch will be served at Tonsai Bay. This southern stretch of Phi Phi Leh Island offers sweeping views of the surrounding sea. The afternoon is spent cruising to Bamboo Island, providing more opportunities to relax and swim in the Andaman Sea.

After a spectacular day exploring the Phi Phi Islands, it is time to return to Phuket. Transfer back by boat and car, arriving at your hotel early this evening.(L)

Time: 07:00 - 17:30

Departure: Daily

Note:

• Join-in Tour and Transfers
• The pick-up time will be between 7:00 and 8:30, depending on your location. The actual pick-up time will be reconfirmed on the spot.
• A minimum of 12 persons is required (maximum 40 pax).
• This trip operates with a minimum of 2 pax. If the minimum number of participants has not been reached, the trip will be cancelled or moved to a date when the minimum is met. If you want a guaranteed departure, you will need to pay for the minimum number of participants.
• Children between 2 and 11 years old at the time of travel will receive a 15% discount.
• The program is subject to change due to weather conditions or water levels on the day of the tour.
• Not suitable for infants (under 1 year old), pregnant women, those with back problems or hypertension, individuals over 65 years of age, or anyone with a history of certain surgeries.
• What to bring: sunglasses, sunscreen, extra clothes for a change, and a beach towel.

OPTIONAL ACTIVITY: Full Day A Blissful Day on Phang Nga Bay

Be picked up at 08:30 and spend a day in paradise. Leave the crowded beaches of Phuket aboard a private long-tail boat, customized for ultimate comfort, and head to the turquoise waters on this full-day boat trip to Phang Nga Bay.

First, make a stop at a natural cave in the bay, spending some time exploring the area; however, the stop may not be possible if water levels are high. Then, pass by ‘James Bond’ Island, locally called Khao Phing Kan, which is part of Phang Nga Bay, slowing down for photos of this beautiful but touristy site. Venture further to discover dramatic limestone karsts jutting out of the water, disembark on one of Phang Nga Bay’s beaches, and relax while enjoying the views as the boat glides across the bay.

The day continues with a visit to a privately owned island. Go ashore at this tropical paradise and explore the tranquil beaches. A barbecue of fresh seafood will be prepared for lunch in this incredible setting.

Spend the rest of the day swimming and lounging, soaking up the sun and the serene atmosphere. Return to Phuket by boat, arriving just as the sun begins to dip low in the sky. (L)

Time: 08:30 – 17:00

Departure: Daily

Note:

• Maximum 8 persons per boat
• Depart from Phuket
• Children between 2 and 11 years old at the time of travel will receive a 15% discount.
• Phang Nga Bay is one of Thailand's popular destinations and can get crowded during the high season (November through April); therefore, you may encounter large groups of tourists. However, the area is still worth a visit.
• The privately owned island now features additional attractions, such as bars and camping sites for overnight visitors, while still offering tranquil areas for relaxation.
• A visit to a natural cave in Phang Nga Bay depends on the water level on the day of the trip.
• Not suitable for infants (under 1 year old), pregnant women, those with back problems or hypertension, individuals over 65 years of age, or anyone with a history of certain surgeries.
• What to bring: sunglasses, sunscreen, extra clothes for a change, and a beach towel.

OPTIONAL ACTIVITY: Full Day Community Connection at Koh Yao Noi

You will be picked up between 07:00 and 08:00, depending on your hotel location. Help spread the benefits of tourism to rural communities by venturing away from Phuket and Krabi for a day on a small island, supporting family-run businesses and learning about the traditional lifestyles of the locals.

Set off after breakfast aboard a join-in public speedboat. Cast off and travel away from the busy beaches of the main islands toward Koh Yao Noi. Unlike Phuket and Krabi, Koh Yao Noi is a sleepy island where locals rely on fishing, farming, and other small businesses for income.

Spend a full day on Koh Yao Noi, meeting the friendly residents.

The first stop is a visit to a cloth dyeing and Batik painting center. Learn about these ancient methods and enjoy creating your own Batik painting as a souvenir. If you wish to take your painting home, a local delivery service can send it to your hotel for a fee.

Walk through a rubber plantation to see how the trees are tapped for sap, a process done entirely by hand. Then visit a small workshop to witness the time-consuming process of Batik making.

Around midday, visit a local family home for a lunch of home-cooked dishes. You will also participate in the cooking experience, learning from the family. Besides the delicious meal, this provides a unique insight into the lives of southern Thai people.

Spend the rest of the day wandering through rice fields and village laneways, where buffaloes and cows lazily graze. Visit the local market to see the day’s fresh catch and other items for sale.

Finally, bid farewell to Koh Yao Noi and return by boat to Phuket.(L)

Time: 08:30 – 18:00 (Pick up time 07:00 – 08:00 (depend on your hotel location)

Departure: Daily

Note:

• Transfers to and from the hotel on a private basis
• Join-in public speedboat between the mainland and the island
• Private local truck during the journey on the island (maximum 6 pax per truck)
• The activities program may be slightly adjusted depending on the availability of local residents at home
• Children between 2 and 11 years old at the time of travel will receive a 15% discount
• Not suitable for infants (under 1 year old), pregnant women, those with back problems or hypertension, individuals over 65 years of age, or anyone with a history of certain surgeries

OPTIONAL ACTIVITY: Half Day Street Food for All Your Senses in Phuket Town

Be picked up at 07:00. Experience the delights of Thai food and get a closer look at the local culinary culture on this Phuket street food tour.

Spend the morning walking along the smaller side streets of the city. Stop at a variety of food stalls—some selling fresh fruits and other produce, while others offer freshly cooked snacks and noodle dishes. Many of these stalls have been run by the same families for generations, and there will be a chance to chat with some of the shop owners.

Start with a dim sum breakfast, washed down with a cup of locally grown coffee. Visit a local shop to learn about the concept of khao kaeng, Thai food served on trays. Then explore a stall piled high with colorful curry pastes and learn about their different uses.

Continue into the old town, stopping at the informative Post Office Museum for a short visit. Then return to the food trail, stopping to taste items like the Malaysian-influenced roti breads and Chinese-style Hokkien noodles. Learn about the origins of these foods, which were introduced by immigrants in the 19th century.

Round out the day with some typical southern Thai snacks, including a local rendition of a crepe and exotic tropical fruits.

With a full belly and a camera full of fabulous food images, return to the hotel. (L)

Time: 07:00 – 13:00

Departure: Daily (morning only)

Overnight in Phuket

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast

📍 The Old Phuket Karon Hotel – Phuket Airport (38.4 km): 39 min The Renaissance Phuket – Phuket Airport (16.3 km): 20 min The Surin Phuket – Phuket Airport (23.9 km): 28 min The Shore Katathani – Phuket Airport (49 km): 50 min

Breakfast at the resort. Meet with a representative to transfer back to Phuket Airport for your flight.

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast