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The Best Thailand Tour for the First-time Travelers

This 14-day island hopping adventure is carefully designed to cover the best of east and west coast islands in Thailand.

You will first visit the landmarks of Bangkok, before head south to explore Khao Sok National Park. Then hop around the beautiful islands including Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Koh Nang Yuank, Phi Phi Island, and Phuket, to discover the hidden charm and enjoy wonderful activities.
Travel Route: Bangkok - Khao Sok National Park - Koh Phangan - Koh Tao - Koh Nang Yuan - Phi Phi Island - Phuket
Day: 14
Best for: First-timers
Tour Type: Escorted private tour with personal tour guide and vehicle
Why Travel with Us
We Live in this Country:
The specialist who designs this trip have lived in this country for several years, in some cases, born here. Our first-hand knowledge will help you have an authentic experience, making the most of your vaction.
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We guarantee 100% deposite refund during the pandemic, and provide 24/7 emergency service during the trip.

Highlights

Explore the charming capital of Bangkok, the “city of angels”.

Visit top highlight destinations in Bangkok, including temple of Wat Pho, Wat Arun, the magnificent Grand Palace, and Klongs of Thonburi.

Discover the amazing Khao Sok National Park.

Experience kayaking, river tubing, swimming in the park and photograph stunning landscape.

Visit the beautiful island of Koh Phangan.

Try the Muay Thai in a local gym and enjoy a boat trip around the island.

Take a boat trip to discover the Phi Phi Islands.

Visit famous Maya Bay, Monkey Island and the Viking caves; enjoy snorkelling.

Enjoy leisure time in beautiful Phuket island.

Have your free time on the beach of Phuket, the biggest island of Thailand.

Grand Palace
Khao Sok National Park
Phi Phi Islands snorkelling

Tour Itinerary

 
Day 1: Bangkok Arrival
Welcome to Bangkok!
Upon arrival, our guide will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel. The rest of the day is for you to take a good rest or have a leisure walk around to have a glimpse of the city.
Stay overnight in Bangkok.
Day 2: Bangkok Tour
After breakfast, you will have a sightseeing tour of Bangkok city, the capital and one of the most popular destinations of Thailand.
First, you will go to visit the Wat Pho, one of the most visited temples in Thailand. Believed to be found in the 16th century, the temple has a sacred 46-meters-long reclining Buddha inside its main ordination hall. The temple also houses the richest collections of Buddhist art in Thailand.
Then visit the Grand Palace nearby, to see the magnificent architecture of the ancient Siamese court. As the former royal residence built in 1782, the palace now is served to host royal ceremonies and welcome the king’s guests. You may get a chance to visit the Temple of Emerald Buddha here. Besides, you need to dress properly when visiting the palace, making sure to wear long loose pants and shirts to cover your shoulders and knees.
After that, you will continue to travel on the Chao Phraya River and on through the Klongs (canals) of Thonburi. You will feel the ramshackle charm of the houses and temples along the waterway, which gave the city the name “Venice of the East”.
In the late afternoon, you will pay a visit to the Wat Arun, a missile-shaped temple named after the Indian god of dawn. It is one of the most photographed sights in Bangkok. You will see and photograph the imposing view of the temple at sunset.
Stay overnight in Bangkok.
The stunning night view of the Grand Palace.
Day 3: Bangkok to Khao Sok National Park
Today, you will first enjoy a Thai massage, before taking the overnight train to the southern Khao Sok National Park.
The park is one of the few national parks in Thailand easily accessible by public transportation. You will board a comfortable sleeper train to Surat Thani train station, the nearest station to the Khao Sok National Park. After you arrive at the station in the next morning, you will take a short ride transfer to the park.
Stay overnight onboard.
Enjoy Thai massage at a spa centre.
Day 4: Khao Sok National Park Tour
Today, you will spend a full day exploring the amazing Khao Sok National Park. Being one of the three largest karst terrains in the world, Khao Sok National Park is a lowland jungle, thought to be over 1.6 million years old, and the oldest tropical rainforest on the planet.
The park has a great biodiversity of flora and fauna and is home to animals such as tigers, Asian elephants, tapirs, and macaques.
You will take the long-tail boat to get into the park. You can explore the waterfalls, caves, and enjoy swimming in some locations of gentle currents. You can also try kayaking, river tubing or bamboo rafting, etc. You will take impressive photos of the stunning limestone hills, water, and surrounding landscape.
Stay overnight in Khao Sok National Park.
Khao Sok National Park, one of the most popular parks in Thailand.
Day 5: Khao Sok National Park to Koh Phangan
After breakfast in the morning, you will travel to Koh Phangan, a wonderful island in the east. Upon arrival, you will go directly to Bottle Beach, one of the most off-the-beaten beaches on the island.
The beach is beautiful, quiet, and unspoiled, and can only be accessed by boat. You will relax here for the rest of the day on the beach or in the bar.
Stay overnight in Koh Phangan.
Day 6: Koh Phangan Tour
Today, you will first enjoy your free time to explore this beach and its surroundings. You can go kayaking, play volleyball, trek to the viewpoints, or just lie leisurely on the beach.
In the afternoon, you will be picked up and transferred to a local gym, where you try Muay Thai, the national sport of Thailand.
After that, return to your hotel. You can have a rest in your hotel or explore the nearby bar.
Stay overnight in Koh Phangan.
Enjoy your day at the wonderful island.
Day 7: Koh Phangan Boat Trip
Today you will set sail on a cruise around the island. You will stop at some of the best snorkeling spots, visit waterfalls and appreciate the breathtaking island scenery.
After a full-day boat trip, you will return to your hotel for rest, or head out to enjoy the island’s lively nightlife.
Stay overnight in Koh Phangan.
Appreciate the breathtaking island scenery along the way.
Day 8: Koh Phangan to Koh Tao
Today, you will leave for Koh Tao, meaning “Turtle Island”. Upon arrival, you can have a good rest in the hotel, or relax on the beach to enjoy the sunset.
Stay overnight in Koh Tao.
Day 9: Koh Tao - Koh Nang Yuan - Koh Tao
In the morning, you will enjoy a boat ride to the island of Koh Nang Yuan, which is quite close to Koh Tao.
Koh Nang Yuan is an amazingly beautiful island with white fine sand and crystal clear water. Here you can snorkel in the dive site of Japanese Gardens, trek up to the viewpoint to take impressive photos, etc.
After the day trip to Koh Nang Yuan, head back to Koh Tao. You can have free time to rest or do other activities.
Stay overnight in Koh Tao.
Day 10: Koh Tao to Phi Phi Islands
Today you will have a free day to enjoy sun baths or get active. You can also head to Tanote Bay, a more peaceful beach area on the east coast of Koh Tao, to have a relaxing day.
In the late afternoon, you will leave Koh Tao and head to the next destination, the famous Phi Phi Islands.
Stay overnight in Phi Phi Islands.
Day 11: Phi Phi Islands Free and Leisure
Enjoy your free day to trek up to the stunning viewpoint of Phi Phi Islands, and enjoy the amazing beach nightlife.
Stay overnight in Phi Phi Islands.
Day 12: Phi Phi Islands Boat Trip
Today you will enjoy a boat trip around the islands. You will stop outside of Maya Bay, which is the location of the film “The Beach” starring Leonardo Dicaprio; stop to discover the Monkey Island and the Viking caves; and enjoy some snorkeling in the emerald waters.
After sunset, you may see the beautiful phosphorescence, which is the cool glow-in-the-dark plankton in the ocean.
Stay overnight in Phi Phi Islands.
Day 13: Phi Phi Islands to Phuket
Today, you will hop on the island boat over to Phuket, the biggest island in Thailand. After arrival, you will freely explore the island, enjoying the crystal clear water, white sandy beach, and mountain views.
Stay overnight in Phuket.
Day 14: Phuket Departure
Say goodbye to Thailand!
You are free to arrange your time before taking the scheduled transfer to the airport.
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Service Included

Private English-speaking tour guide
All entrance ticket fees for sightseeing listed in the itinerary
Private van for land transportation
Meals as specified in the itinerary
Hotel accommodation
Governmental taxes

Service Excluded

International air tickets
Visa Handling fee, visa stamp fee
Meals as not listed in the itinerary
Tips and gratitude to the guide and driver
Surcharge for public holidays (if any)
Personal expenses, like laundry, phone call, snacks, soft drinks, etc.

Thailand Travel Restriction 2022

From July 1, Thailand has been fully open for overseas tourists. Travelers can simply show proof of a complete vaccination certificate name or a negative COVID-19 test result within 72 hours before arrival. Documentation of the test result must indicate the traveler's name, the date of the test, and the type of test.

You will need to apply for a Thai visa before departure. For more information on visa-free countries and visas, please feel free to contact us.

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