Best of Thai Islands & Mountains

Day 1 : Arrival at Phuket Airport | Transfer to Krabi

Airport Pickup: Upon arrival at Phuket International Airport (HKT), our tour representative will meet you at the airport and provide a seamless transfer to Krabi. The transfer time can be up to 3.5 to 4 hours, depending on the traffic conditions.

Hotel Check in: Arrive at the hotel and keep your IDs ready for quick check in at the hotel’s reception. The hotel staff will escort you to your room. Take time to shake off the travel fatigue and allow yourself to rest. Afterwards, you may go for a walk to nearby markets and enjoy dinner outside.

Overnight stay in Krabi Hotel.

Day 2 : Krabi 4 Island Tour + Lunch

Hotel Pickup: Our tour representative will pick you up from the hotel from around 7:30 am to 8:00 am depart for Nopparat Thara Pier in Ao Nang.

Departure Krabi 4 Island Tour (9:00 - 9:15 AM): From the pier, you will get on a long tail ferry and begin the 4 Island tour. You will cover the following islands on this tour.

• Tup Island: An enchanting slang best known for its sliver of white sandbar which emerges during low tide, excellent spot for photos, swimming and snorkeling.
• Chicken Island: The sandbar of Tup Island is connected to Chicken Island which has chicken-shaped rock. It features a beautiful beach and is excellent for peaceful walks, swimming, and photography.
• Poda Island: Surrounded by crystal-clear waters, Poda Island is wonderful for swimming and snorkelling. The island features towing limestone cliffs and abundant natural vegetation.
• Railay: The last stop of the day is Railay, a beach with limestone cliffs. You can stroll, relax and sunbathe. Enjoy your lunch buffet and afterwards explore the Phra Nang Cave.

Optional kayak rentals are also available (on extra charges) on Railay Beach.

Departure: As the tour comes to an end. Our tour representative will drop you to your hotel.

Overnight stay in Krabi hotel.

Day 3 : Krabi to Phuket | Phuket FantaSea Show

Morning: Day 3 of Best of Thai Island & Mountains package will take you to another adventure. After having breakfast at the hotel, check out and get ready for a seamless transfer to Phuket.

Hotel Check in: Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and enjoy a welcome drink. Proceed to your room to unwind and relax yourself.

Phuket FantaSea Show: In the evening, enjoy the Phuket FantaSea show which showcases Thai myths, culture and ethos through elaborative performances. You may enjoy dinner at a buffet restaurant (payable by you) and explore the shopping street.

Phuket FantaSea is open on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays.

Overnight stay in Phuket hotel.

Day 4 : Phi Phi Islands Tour + Lunch

Early Morning: Start your day early in the morning at the hotel. Our tour representative will pick you up (7:00 - 7:30 AM) and transfer to Rassada Pier. Enjoy some light refreshments and board the speed boat.

Note: Please note that Phi Phi Island is a part of Maine National park and entry to the park is 400 THB for foreign adults and 200 THB for children. (payable in cash)

Phi Phi Island Tour: The Phi Phi Island tour takes you to the following attractions:

• Maya Bay (Phi Phi Leh)- Famous white sand beach featured in Hollywood film, The Beach (2000). You may snorkel and spot corals and tropical fish.
• Pi Leh Lagoon - Enjoy swimming & snorkeling in the emerald waters of this lagoon.
• Viking Caves - Watch the viking caves (sitting from the boat), best known for its cave paintings.
• Monkey Beach: A photo spot where you will spot monkeys (sitting from the boat).
• Phi Phi Don: Enjoy lunch at Phi Phi Don island and enjoy sunbathing.
• Khai Island: The final stop of the tour is Khai island, excellent for relaxation and tranquillity.

4:30 pm - 5:00 pm: Get on the boat and head back to the pier followed by another to the hotel.

Overnight stay will be at Krabi hotel.

Day 5 : Leisure Day in Phuket

Morning: This day of the Best of Thai Islands & Mountains tour package is all about leisure. After breakfast, you can make a list of leisure activities you want to do and explore Phuket as per your liking.

Go for a Thai spa and massage or watch a Muay Thai boxing match. In the evening, you can explore Patong beach or Phuket’s night market to try out delicious street food.

Overnight stay will be at Phuket hotel.

Day 6 : Phuket to Chiang Mai Transfer

Morning: After having a quick breakfast at the hotel, check out and our tour representative will take you to Phuket airport. You will be taking a flight to Chiang Mai and departing as per the flight schedule.

Hotel Check in: Upon arrival, our Chiang Mai representative will pick you up from the airport and provide the needed transfer. With your IDs ready, check in at the hotel’s and after a long day of travel relax in your room. In the evening, you may enjoy dinner at a restaurant serving Northern Thai delicacies.

Overnight stay in Chiang Mai.

Day 7 : Chiang Mai Temple Tour

Morning: Rise and shine as on the seventh day of the Best of Thai Islands & Mountains tour, you will go for the Chiang Mai temple tour. After breakfast, you will receive a pick up ride at the hotel from our tour representative.

Temple Tour: We will begin touring the famous temples of Chiang Mai and get to know about its cultural and historical significance. Please wear modest clothing for this tour.

• Wat Phra That Doi Suthep (Doi Suthep) - Located on a hill top, you may climb up stairs or take a cable car ride (at extra charges) to admire this 19th century temple built in Thai and Lanna style (Thai and Burmese architecture). It features a striking golden chedi (stupa)
• Wat Chedi Luang - An active temple with 14th century ruins Wat Chedi Luang has an assembly hall, city pavilions and the inside of the temple is adorned with paintings depicting the life of Buddha. It was also home to the most significant emerald Buddha.
• Wat Phra Singh - Built in beautiful Lanna architecture, Wat Phra Singh features the Lion Buddha statue, intricate artistic detailing and murals depicting Jataka tales. It is one of the most significant spiritual and cultural centres in Chiang Mai.

Chiang Mai Market (Optional): After the temple tour, you may explore the night market in Chiang Mai to have street snacks and buy souvenirs. Overnight stay in Chiang Mai hotel.

Day 8 : Chiang Mai Handicraft Village Tour

Morning: Relish a fulfilling breakfast at your hotel and stay ready for a pickup ride from the hotel. Today, you will be exploring Chiang Mai Handicraft Village. This village has small cottages and workshops where you will see skilled artisans working on their craft. Be it weaving, painting, carving, designing, you will see the finest craftsmanship at display.

Bo Sang Umbrella Village: Next, you will explore the Bo Sang Umbrella Village which is known for its handmade and vibrant umbrellas made from organic materials. You can take photographs or shop for souvenirs on this tour.

Back to the hotel: Before, we head back to the hotel, enjoy a lunch/dinner at a river side restaurant (payable directly by you). Then our tour manager will drop you back to the hotel. Overnight stay in Chiang Mai hotel.

Day 9 : Departure from Chiang Mai

Hotel Pickup: Post breakfast, our tour representative will arrive at the hotel and transfer you to Chiang Mai Airport.

Tour Ends | Departure: After dropping you at the airport, we say farewell to each other. Take your flight and return home safely with the sweet memories of Thailand trip.