See Asia Differently brings you sun, sea and sand with this 12 day Thailand Beach holiday. Our Beaches of the South West island hopping and beach holiday is perfect for those who are looking to escape from their busy work schedules and wanting a holiday of pure beach relaxation in Thailand. You have two beach options depending on the time that you are travelling, one on the west coast and the other on the east coast. We recommend the West Coast from the 1st November until the end of March and then the East Coast from the 1st April until the end of October.
This tour starts from Bangkok, where you will enjoy your first and last night of the holiday. From here you travel south by train to Surat Thani and then transfer to Khanom, where you will get a wonderful encounter with the rare pink dolphins that frolic off the coast before meeting the amazing story of Luang Por Tiuad, the monk.
From here on, it is all about Thailand’s incredible beaches, soft white sand and incredibly clear turquoise waters that you find in each of the island locations that you visit on this Thailand beach holiday. Each location has its own charm, friendly local people, great food and quality service. The only thing that you have to do is decide what you are going to do when you arrive. As you can be as active as you like by visiting some local sites, or do absolutely nothing at all – it’s your holiday, so it’s your choice!
Highlights
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Bangkok City
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Train ride to Surat Thani (Gateway to the beaches)
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Khanom Town
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Pink dolphins Trip on a long tailed boat
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Koh Nui Nork island
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Hear the legendary story of Luang Por Tuad the monk
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Phuket beach relaxation
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45 metre Big Buddha on top of the Nakkard hills
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Phang Hga Bay
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Phi Phi Island
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Maya Bay where the film the beach was filmed
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Koh Lanta or Krabi
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Upon arrival in Bangkok you will be met by a ‘See Asia Differently’ representative and transferred to your hotel. For the afternoon you can choose to relax or take a short tour of the city.
Overnight in Bangkok(Meals: _/_/_)
Day 2
Khanom
Bangkok to Khanom | Train: 9 hours
This morning you transfer to the Bangkok train station for a train journey down the coast to Surat Thani. Once here you will be picked up and transferred to your boutique hotel in Khanom. You then have the remainder of the day to explore the small unspoiled town of Khanom and its lovely beaches.
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Day 3
Khanom
Pink dolphins & Koh Nui Nork Island
Today you will enjoy a fascinating half-day tour encountering rare wild pink dolphins in Khanom with a local expert. You will have the pleasure to watch the dolphins from the vantage point of a traditional long-tail fishing boat. After this fabulous experience, you visit the island of Koh Nui Nork, where you will hear the amazing story of Luang Por Tuad, the monk.
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Day 4
Phuket
Khanom to Phuket | Drive: 4.5 hours
You have the morning to enjoy Khanom for one last time before you start making your way to Phuket.
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Day 5
Phuket
Free Day
Today you are free to enjoy the whole day on Phuket as you wish. There is so much that you can see and do. You could explore the island by hiring a jeep or motorbike. There are many fascinating sites to see, such as the delightful old town of Phuket, or climb up to check out the view from the top of the 45-metre high Big Buddha, a giant that sits on a top of a Nakkerd hill. Alternatively, you could just sit back, relax and take in the rays on the many beautiful beaches. Phuket also offers the night owl a bright and vibrant nightlife.
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Day 6
Phuket
Free Day
Today you have more time to get to know the amazing island of Phuket. You can seek out some of the stunning viewpoints on the island to enjoy a mesmerizing sunrise or sunset. You can also take a day trip out to the unforgettably beautiful and unique Phang Nga Bay, which has emerald-green waters and stunning upright limestones cliffs.
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Day 7
Phi Phi Islands
Phuket to Phi Phi Islands | Boat: 2 hours
This morning you will be picked up from your hotel and taken to the local ferry pier for a boat ride over to the charming island of Phi Phi Islands. The wonderful Phi Phi Island is well known from the Leonardo Di Caprio movie ‘The Beach’, which was filmed on a private bay that is only reachable by boat.
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Day 8
Phi Phi Islands
Free Day
You have the whole day to relax, swim and enjoy this beautiful and magical island. You could take a boat to the tropical paradise of Maya Bay, where ‘The Beach’ was filmed. Another great day trip is out to Bamboo Island for some magnificent snorkelling opportunities as there are some stunning coral reefs to be discovered.
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Day 9
Koh Lanta or Krabi
Phi Phi Islands to Koh Lanta or Krabi | Boat: 45 min – 1.5 hours
Today it is time to leave Phi Phi behind and either take the ferry and travel to your final destination of Koh Lanta or Krabi. Koh Lanta is famous for its long sandy beaches and amazing diving opportunities. Krabi is another beach paradise, both locations are offering you the perfect end to any beach holiday in Thailand.
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Day 10
Koh Lanta or Krabi
Free Day
You have the whole day to explore either Koh Lanta or Krabi. In Koh Lanta, you can take a trip to Ban Si Raya, which is the old port and commercial centre with traditional wooden houses, restaurants and shops. When in Krabi, try a climbing trip to the rocky and laid-back island of Rai Leh, visit the Thung Teao Natural Park with its spectacular rainforest and impressive flora and fauna, or just do nothing!
Today you take the return journey from Koh Lanta or Krabi back to Surat Thani train station for your train ride to Bangkok. Once here you have one final evening to explore Thailand’s capital under your own steam.
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Day 12
Bangkok
Departure
Today you will be free to enjoy your last day in Thailand before being transferred to the airport for your flight back home.
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Tour includes
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Airport pick up and drop off
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Overnights as mentioned
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Excursions as mentioned
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Transportation in private A/C vehicle
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English speaking guide
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Meals as mentioned (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner – excludes drinks)
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All taxes
Tour excludes
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All flights unless included in itinerary & Visa fees
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International airport tax (Included in Airline Ticket)
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Meals, unless mentioned differently
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Beverages and personal expenses
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Other excursions and entrance fees
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Travel insurance (cover against all cancellation costs, medical expenses, including repatriation and evacuation in the event of accident of illness)
Please note: You must have a valid passport with at least 6 months remaining on it as well as bringing with you 4 passport size photos with you for your visa, as well as having a couple spare.
Call us on 0208 150 5150, for International callers 004420 8150 5150, send us an e-mail [email protected] or just use the form opposite.
Your next steps:
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Get in touch and talk to our specialist Asia travel team
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We then craft a unique and tailor-made itinerary just for you.
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We will stay in touch with you all the way through your holiday experience
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Pack you bags and get ready for your Asia holiday of a life time
On arrival in Asia we will meet you at the airport, transfer you to your hotel and then sit down to run over your holiday program again. We then introduce you to your local guides and give you some helpful local travel tips; such as local restaurant and bar suggestions and some cultural insights.
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