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Thailand Beaches: Bangkok to Phuket
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Start
Bangkok, Thailand
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Finish
Phuket, Thailand
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Trip Code
TTZT
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Physical Rating
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Meals
6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
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Transport
Overnight sleeper train, Private minivan, Taxi, Speed boat, Songtheaw
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Accommodation
Hotel (3 nights), Overnight sleeper train (1 night), Resort (4 nights)
From £1,035(9 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Ease into the beach-loving lifestyle of Thailand, with opportunities to go snorkelling, swimming and sailing to explore the amazing limestone cliff and caves, colorful coral reefs and mangrove forests.
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Get to know the community of Baan Nai Nang village by spending time with the locals, enjoying a hearty home-cooked lunch and learning about their organic fruit orchids.
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Discover a true slice of paradise on an included sea kayaking trip through the stunning inlets, caves and mangrove forests of Khao Lak.
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Visit Wat Arun – the Temple of the Dawn. Named after the Indian God of Dawn, Aruna, this impressive landmark sits on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River. Then, enjoy a free afternoon to get to know Bangkok your own way (curry, anyone?).
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Bliss out beach side on some of the most striking stretches in the world – Thailand's beaches boast white sands, sparkling sapphire waters and palm-fringed shores.
Is this trip right for you?
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Lots of time allocated for optional activities means freedom and flexibility, but it does require a level of independence. Only a few meals are included, so mostly you'll find your own (with plenty of suggestions from your leader of course) – a great way to mingle with locals and discover unexpected delights! There are also lots of recommended optional activities if you wish, or just time to soak up the sun and kick back on the countless beautiful beaches.
Itinerary
Beach-hopping, spicy cuisine and friendly locals – this is Thailand!
Clear blue waters, white sands, swaying palm trees and a bungalow on the beach – this is what your next nine days through Thailand could look like. Starting in Thailand's capital, this trip will have you relaxing in the sun and tucking into some deliciously fresh food. You’ll explore Bangkok, Ao Nang, Khao Lak and Phuket, hitting the best of the best with a Thai local by your side. Hit the bustling streets, wander the local markets, share meals with locals, go sea kayaking and snorkelling and kick back on some of the best coasts in the world. Thailand has all the ingredients for a holiday in paradise!
- DAY 1Day 1 • Bangkok
- DAY 2Day 2 • Bangkok
- DAY 3Day 3 • Ao Nang/Krabi
- DAY 4Day 4 • Ao Nang/Krabi
- DAY 5Day 5 • Khao Lak
- DAY 6Day 6 • Khao Lak
- DAY 7Day 7 • Phuket
- DAY 8Day 8 • Phuket
- DAY 9Day 9 • Phuket
Inclusions
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6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
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Overnight sleeper train, Private minivan, Taxi, Speed boat, Songtheaw
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Hotel (3 nights), Overnight sleeper train (1 night), Resort (4 nights)
festival Included activities
circleBangkok - Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)
circleAo Nang – Baan Na Teen village community experience and home-cooked dinner
circleAo Nang - Four Islands Snorkelling Tour
circleBaan Nai Nang CBT village - village walk
circleKhao Ka Rot - sea kayaking
circleAo Makham Beach - home cooked lunch & Mulberry leaf tea tasting
circleKhao Lak – Lampi Waterfalls
circleKhao Lak – Tsunami Memorial Park
circlePhang Nga - Royal Thai Navy Sea Turtle Conservation Center
museum Optional activities
circleBangkok - Temple & River of Kings Urban Adventure - THB2900
circleBangkok - Chinatown Sights and Bites Urban Adventure - THB1960
circleBangkok - Tuk Tuk Experience Urban Adventure - THB2500
circleBangkok - National Museum - THB200
circleBangkok - Thai Massage - THB300
circleBangkok - Wat Pho - THB300
circleBangkok - Grand Palace - THB500
circleBangkok - Jim Thompson's House - THB200
circleAo Nang - Longtail Boat Taxi to Railay Beach - THB100
circleAo Nang - Thai Massage - THB300
circleAo Nang - Thai Cooking Class - THB1300
circleKhao Lak - Lam Ru National Park & Ton Chong Fa WaterFall - THB200
circleKhao Lak - Pa-Kin-Na-Ka Thai Cooking Class - THB2000
circlePhuket - Phi Phi & Khai Nok Island Day Trip - THB3500
circlePhuket - Elephant Sanctuary - THB3500
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Trip size max: 12 - 9 spaces left
£1,150£1,035
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£1,199£1,079
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£1,194£1,074
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£1,353£1,150
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£1,326£1,127
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£1,337£1,136
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£1,375£1,169
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£1,430£1,216
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£1,430£1,216
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£1,469£1,395
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Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£1,430£1,358
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£1,502£1,426
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes day 02 (Overnight train) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. Please note that some room configurations have two single beds, although a double bed will always be requested.
Reviews (99)
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Alexandra
May 04, 2025
This was my fiancé and I’s first trip with Intrepid - we will definitely be using Intrepid again! Kung was an amazing tour leader! She anticipated our needs, kept everything organized and provided many laughs. We loved having all the logistics planned out so we could just focus on the fun part. The efficiency of having all the logistics planned out really allows for you to make the most of your time which we loved. The beginning of the trip was busy and we opted to do a lot of the optional activities, however the end was more low-key and relaxing. If I could change anything, we’d stay a couple extra days in Phuket instead of arriving 36 hours early in Bangkok.
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Rabea
Apr 18, 2025
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Karina
Apr 16, 2025
Thailand I will be back! Poon was an amazing leader and I had a great group not too many people really got to get a feel for different feels of Thailand and lucky enough to be part of Songkran! Highly recommend
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Sarah
Apr 11, 2025
Gigi was a great guide and communicator! The trip was a great balance of activities and free time, but I would suggest making sure that women have comfortable (i.e. cool) yet covering-shoulders-and-knees clothing for visiting the temple and Muslim communities.
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COLIN
Apr 05, 2025
An amazing experience, my first time travelling on my own. All worries very soon disappeared. Excellent organisation from start to finish.
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Lea
Apr 01, 2025
This was our 1st trip to Thailand. The Thailand beaches: Bangkok to Phuket tour was a perfect way to explore & experience locations we wouldn't have reached alone.
Our Thai tour leader, Katie was amazing, knowledgeable, friendly, organised & fun.
It was a privilege to travel with Katie & a terrific group of like minded fellow travelers.
I'd highly recommend this tour.
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Deborah and Mike
Mar 25, 2025
We had the best experience on this trip. The trips were amazing. And to top it off our tour guide Aeh was the best and went out of her way to make the trip even better ! Just incredible. A+++++++++++++++
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Nathan
Mar 24, 2025
A great way to see Thailand and it's Islands. Plenty of sunshine and swimming, as well as local attractions you otherwise wouldn't see.
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Samantha
Mar 24, 2025
South Thailand tour wax amazing with a great variety of activities. Kayaking was the highlight. Highly recommend
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Graham
Mar 04, 2025
Amazing trip, with a small group of wonderful peers. A perfect balance between relaxation, activities and culture. I was extremely impressed with how well the trip was organised. Our guide, Kate, went above and beyond to help make our trip as memorable as possible. I will definitely be booking with Intrepid again!