Transport

- Door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services by private car - Private transfer from Bangkok to Cha Am - The train ride from Cha Am to Surat Thani - Private transfer from Krabi to Phuket - Private cars for the excursions

Guide

Experienced English-speaking guide French/German/Spanish/ Russian/ Chinese speaking guides are available upon request. The surcharge will be applied ** The cost of internal airfares is paid separately upon arrival to Realistic Asia as a local payment. The airfare fees are separated from the main tour cost because the prices of internal airfare can vary based on a number of factors, such as travel period, availability of flights, and fuel taxes. We keep it as a local payment to benefit our travelers by keeping tour costs lower and providing more flexibility during the booking process, and ensuring that travelers have a smooth and stress-free experience while on their trip.

Others

– All sightseeing tickets according to the itinerary – Tissues and water on coach – Service charges and government tax – 24/7 hotline support guaranteed

Accommodation

3-STAR HOTELS Bangkok: True Siam Rangnam Hotel or similar Huahin: Ibis Huahin Hotel or similar Khao Sok: Khao Sok River Lodge or similar Krabi: Krabi Chada or similar Phuket: Kata Poolside Resort or similar 4-STAR HOTEL Bangkok: Century Park Hotel or similar Hua Hin: Loligo Resort or similar Khao Sok: Khao Sok River Lodge or similar Krabi: Deevana Plaza Krabi Aonang or similar Phuket: Novotel Phuket Resort or similar 5-STAR HOTELS Bangkok: Amari Watergate Hotel or similar Hua Hin: Avani Huahin Resort or similar Khao Sok: Khaosok Boutique Hideaway or similar Krabi: Centara Grand Beach Resort or similar Phuket: The Vijitt Resort or similar

Meals

As per the tour program: B=breakfast L-Lunch D-Dinner

Flights

Not included:

Others

X International flights and departure taxes X Beverage, Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities X Early check-in and late check-out (If not mentioned) X Compulsory Gala Dinner on 24 Dec, 31 Dec and 12 Apr (Songkran) X Public holiday surcharge (Christmas and New Year, Songkran) if applicable X Surcharge for airport cabs from 12:00 am – 05:00 am X Visa to Thailand X Services not mentioned above

Insurance

Insurance is not included

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Day 1 Welcome To Thailand - Bangkok Arrival
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Welcome To Thailand - Bangkok Arrival

Your Thailand adventure begins with your arrival in Bangkok. Your private driver will meet you at the airport, holding a signboard with your name. He will escort you to your accommodation right in the heart of the city. You can easily explore the city at your own pace or relax at the hotel after the flight.

Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 2 Bangkok Free Day (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Bangkok Free Day (B)

Have a free day at your leisure to discover Bangkok, the city which combines old and new and where everyone could find something interesting. You could visit China Town and try the delicious street food there. The shopping lovers could spend the entire day at Siam Paragon. If you are visiting Bangkok during the weekend, don’t miss don’t of the largest outdoor market in the world Chatuchak. For sports lovers, we advise seeing the kickboxing fights, which is the signature sport for this country. For cultural immersion, you could see the puppet show or visit Warehouse 30 for modern art exhibitions. And of course, wrap up your day with a traditional Thai massage.

Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 3 Bangkok Free Day (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Bangkok Free Day (B)

Spend another day exploring Bangkok at your own pace or take the optional tour.

OPTIONAL TOUR

Explore Bangkok As The Locals Do

Today, we’ll experience the many modes of transportation including BTS/MRT, public boats, and local buses that locals use to travel across the city. The highlights of the itinerary include a visit to Wat Po Temple, also known as the center of traditional massage and medicine, and famous for a giant Reclining Buddha statue. Then continue to the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Keo, where you will see the Emerald Buddha.

Try the lunch as the locals do. Then, take a tuk-tuk to the Rattanakosin Exhibition Hall followed by a boat ride along the canal to Hua Chang Pier for a short walk to the area of shopping complexes and return by BTS to the hotel.

Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 4 Travel From Bangkok To Huahin With Visiting Petchburi (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Travel From Bangkok To Huahin With Visiting Petchburi (B/L)

Have breakfast and complete the check-out formalities. Your guide and driver will wait for you at the hotel lobby from where you will depart to the South. Stop at the Mae Klong Railway Market to see the train passing through the local market. Continue along the scenic route to Petchburi, passing salt fields and fisheries. Spend some time exploring Petchburi by visiting the Khao Luang temple. This temple is located right inside the spectacular cave, enjoy the magical atmosphere of this place and admire the beauty of the Buddha statues inside. Stop in the city center at Rabiang Rim Nam Restaurant to enjoy authentic local meals and the provincial atmosphere. In the afternoon, visit the Nang Yai Museum, where you can learn about the history and the process of making the Mang Yai puppets for the Thai shadow performance. Then continue to the teak pavilion of Wat Yai Suwannaram with intricate woodcarvings. Get back to the road and drive the scenic route along the once locally popular beach of Had Puek Tian, where the statue of a giant sea ogress may catch your eyes. Arrive at Huahin and check in.

Overnight in Huahin.
Day 5 Full Day Wild Life Friend Foundation (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Full Day Wild Life Friend Foundation (B/L)

After a delicious breakfast, meet your guide and head to the Wildlife Friends Foundation. This place is a wildlife refuge, where you will learn about the over 600 rescued animals at the rescue center and why they live here.

Have lunch at the rescue centre and spend the afternoon following the volunteers in their daily tasks. Drive around the whole site, watch the animals and get to see the bears and monkeys enjoying their meal.

In the evening, your guide will take you for a walk in Hua Hin town to visit the local market and feel the bustling atmosphere of this town.

Overnight in Hua Hin.
Day 6 Take A Train Ride To Khao Sok (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Take A Train Ride To Khao Sok (B)

This morning we will take you to Hua Hin station, one of Thailand’s most beautiful train stations built in a unique Thai architectural style. It is also one of the oldest train stations in the country. Hop on the local train (12:09-18:50) and have a ride to Surat (no guide on board).

Upon arrival at Surat Thani station, your guide will meet you there and transfer you to Khao Sok. The trip will take about 1,5 hours drive. Check-in at the resort and evening at leisure.

Overnight in Khao Sok.
Day 7 Discover The Magnificent Chiew Lan Lake (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Discover The Magnificent Chiew Lan Lake (B/L)

In the morning join the group for a day trip to Chiew Lan Lake, the most remarkable landmark of Khao Sok. Upon arrival at the pier, hop on the motorized boat for a cruise on the lake to enjoy the magnificent scenery of the lush green forest.

Hop off the boat and hike through the jungles to the Pakbarang cave, also known as the Coral Cave. Be amazed by the beautiful view of the limestone rocks, stalactites and stalagmites inside the cave.

Have lunch on a floating raft enjoying the peaceful atmosphere of the lake. Then have a relaxing time swimming or kayaking in the lake before returning to the pier and transferring back to your hotel.

Overnight in Khao Sok.
Day 8 Travel From Khao Sok To Krabi (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Travel From Khao Sok To Krabi (B)

After breakfast at the hotel enjoy a 1-hour tubing or kayaking on the Sok River (please select one). Then freshen up and pack for your next trip. You will be transferred to Krabi by private car, the trip will take about 3 hours.

Upon arrival in Krabi, check in at the hotel and have free time for relaxing and swimming at the beach.

Overnight in Krabi.
Day 9 Hot Springs & Lagoon Tour With Lunch - Jungle Tour (B/L)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Hot Springs & Lagoon Tour With Lunch - Jungle Tour (B/L)

Today you will explore Krabi in a different way, far from the ordinary tourist route. In the early morning meet your guide at the hotel.

* WAT THAM SUA (TIGER CAVE TEMPLE)

Which is one of the most beautiful temple in Krabi. There are several caves where you can find limestone stalagmites and stalactites. Many big trees can be found in the temple s area. On top of the mountain stands a golden pagoda with more than 1000 steps to reach it.

* HOT SPRING OR HOT STREAM

Where you can get the real natural relaxation by dipping yourself in the stream. The Hot Spring in this area is hotter than any others nearby. The minerals and the temperature (38-42 c) of the springs are ideal for Hydrotherapy baht.

Lunch will be serve at a local restaurant.

* EMERALD LAGOON

The area is forested and shady and at different times of the day, the color of the water changed to different hues. The radiant water is about 1.2 meters deep and you will enjoy swimming in the Emerald Lagoon with green and clear water.

Overnight in Krabi.
Day 10 Afternoon Swimming And Snorkeling On The Islands (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Afternoon Swimming And Snorkeling On The Islands (B)

Pick up from your hotel to Nopparatthara Beach and then we will take you to Tab Island.

The island is composed of 2 small islands – Koh Tub and Koh Mor which are joined together with sand bars. You can see the sand bars only when it is the proper low tide.

There are also other islands to visit as well; Kai Island (or Chicken Island); an amazing rock formation as the big head of Ostrich or chicken. You will see a lot of small colorful fishes when snorkeling in this area.

Have picnic lunch on the beach at Poda Island; an island with white sandy beaches, clear water and schools of colorful fishes in abundance. It is a perfect place for snorkeling or swimming.

In the afternoon, visit Phranang Cave and Phranang Beach to swim or just relax on the nice beach.

Around 14:00, we return to Nopparatthara Beach and then transfer back to the hotel to relax.

(National Park fee is included)

Overnight in Krabi.

 

Accommodation at HOTEL IN KRABI
Day 11 Travel From Krabi To Phuket (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Travel From Krabi To Phuket (B)

Have breakfast and check out the hotel. At 9:30 your driver will meet you and take you for a scenic drive to Phuket. On the way, you will make a stop at Khao Thong hill for a panoramic view of Phang Nga Bay. Make a walk through the mangroves in Tha Pom to reach Klong Song Nam Park enjoying the beauty of nature on the way. After the hike, you will continue your trip to Phuket. Upon arrival, check-in at the hotel and have free time to explore the beautiful beaches nearby.

Overnight in Phuket.
Day 12 Phuket Leisure (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Phuket Leisure (B)

Free at your leisure to discover Phuket by yourself. The largest island in Thailand, Phuket is a beautiful destination for sightseeing and adventures. The island itself is rife with diverse landscapes, from its famous sandy beaches to forested hills, mountains, limestone cliffs, low plains, lagoons, and lush tropical forests. Today you can just have a relaxing time at the beach, go swimming or snorkeling. You also could visit the Aquarium in Cape Panwa to see the diversity of the sea life on this island. If you are into adventures, challenge yourself with the zipline at Flying Hanuman. In the evening don’t miss the night markets and visit the busy Bangla Road for a drink.

Overnight in Phuket.
Day 13 Phuket Leisure (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Phuket Leisure (B)

Spend one more day exploring the beaches of Phuket.

Overnight in Phuket.
Day 14 Time To Say Goodbye - Phuket Departure (B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Time To Say Goodbye - Phuket Departure (B)

Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip to Thailand. Complete the hotel check-out formalities, after which you can visit the local markets to buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later your private driver will transfer you to the airport to take your flight back home.

Trip Ends.

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Itinerary of your trip Discovering Uncharted Southern Thailand: 14 Days Off The Bea

Welcome To Thailand - Bangkok Arrival

Bangkok Free Day (B)

Bangkok Free Day (B)

Travel From Bangkok To Huahin With Visiting Petchburi (B/L)

Full Day Wild Life Friend Foundation (B/L)

Take A Train Ride To Khao Sok (B)

Discover The Magnificent Chiew Lan Lake (B/L)

Travel From Khao Sok To Krabi (B)

Hot Springs & Lagoon Tour With Lunch - Jungle Tour (B/L)

Afternoon Swimming And Snorkeling On The Islands (B)

Travel From Krabi To Phuket (B)

Phuket Leisure (B)

Phuket Leisure (B)

Time To Say Goodbye - Phuket Departure (B)

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