Thailand Island Hopping - 12 Days
Highlights
- Explore mystical caverns and hongs by starlight
- See rare flora and fauna that live on the sea cliffs
- Plan your own island-hopping itinerary around a visit to Loh Dalum Bay
- Spend a few days soaking in the sun on the white sand beaches
- Enjoy delicious local Thai food
Brief Itinerary
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Phuket | Phuket |
| Day 2 | Full-Day Phang Nga Bay Excursion, Hong by Starlight & Krathong Experience | Phuket |
| Day 3 | Free Day | Phuket |
| Day 4 | Phuket Free day, Optional Zipline Phuket Tour | Phuket |
| Day 5 | Ferry to Phi Phi Islands, Free Afternoon | Ko Phi Phi |
| Day 6 | Free Day | Ko Phi Phi |
| Day 7 | Free Day | Ko Phi Phi |
| Day 8 | Morning Ferry to Krabi, Free Afternoon | Krabi |
| Day 9 | Explore Hong Island Bay by Speedboat | Krabi |
| Day 10 | Private Island Picnic Lunch in Krabi | Krabi |
| Day 11 | Free Day | Krabi |
| Day 12 | Depart Krabi |
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Phuket
Welcome to Thailand! Arrive at Phuket International Airport, then transfer to the hotel with a private car. The rest of the day is free, with lunch and dinner on your own.
Day 2: Full-Day Phang Nga Bay Excursion, Hong by Starlight & Krathong Experience
Today is for exploring the coast and the area's sea caves. After lunch on a catamaran, the tour continues by kayak into the "Tidal Nape" Sae Caves inside Phang Nga Bay's limestone island to sea the tranquil hongs—Thai for "rooms." The cliff-lined lagoons are home to various wildlife, including macaques, water monitors, kingfishers, sea eagles, and Brahminy kites—so keep your eyes peeled!
After dark, the tour includes floating in your self-made flower krathong to experience a spiritual natural light show, followed by a buffet dinner.
Day 3: Free Day
Today is a free day to enjoy the beach and the surrounding nature. Hike for stunning views of the islands, go swimming or snorkeling in the tropical water, or simply relax on the beach with a good book and a cool drink. Lunch and dinner on your own.
Day 4: Free day, Optional Zipline Phuket Tour
Today is another free day. Spend the day on the beach, or for an exciting afternoon, join a zipline adventure in the rainforest. The site of the Flying Hanuman is thick with trees and animals, and the whole zipline was painstakingly constructed to minimize the impact on the ecosystem. As you fly through the forest on the zipline, take a moment to appreciate the wealth of the natural beauty around you.
Day 5: Ferry to Phi Phi Islands, Free Afternoon
The morning is free until your van and ferry trip to your hotel on Phi Phi Island. After check-in, you'll have the afternoon free to relax and discover the island at your own pace. Take a walk around the island or simply relax on the beach or by the pool and soak up the sun. Lunch and dinner on your own.
Chat with a local specialist who can help organize your trip.
Day 6: Free Day
Today is a free day to enjoy the beach and hotel facilities. Go snorkeling, soak in the sunshine on the beach, or rent a bike for a ride through the forest.
Day 7: Free Day
Today is a free day on your own to enjoy the sun and beaches on the island. Lunch and dinner on your own.
Day 8: Morning Ferry to Krabi, Free Afternoon
In the morning, take the public ferry back to the island of Krabi, then check in at your hotel.
Day 9: Explore Hong Island Bay by Speedboat
Today is a full-day snorkeling adventure. You'll be picked up in the morning from the hotel, head to the Nopparat Thara Pier, then transfer to Hong Island by speedboat. On the way, stop for snorkeling on a small island with a colorful coral reef and vibrant marine life. The boat captain will take you into the hidden hongs, where you can explore the rock formations and incredible plants and animals that live on the cliffs.
Afterward, enjoy sunbathing, swimming, and snorkeling off Hong Island Bay. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach, and keep an eye out for water monitors and big island lizards. In the afternoon, head to Pak Bia Island for a relaxed afternoon walk on the beach. The last island stop today is Lading Island, where you'll snorkel with colorful fish, returning to Nopparat Thara Pier around 2:30 pm and returning to the hotel by 3:30 pm.
Day 10: Private Island Picnic Lunch in Krabi
Today's adventure is up to you—design your private vacation day from start to finish. Choose your morning timing: leave early to avoid crowds, or enjoy a lie-in and depart mid-day. Choose from a wide selection of islands, viewpoints, and activities, and pick your combination of kayaking, sightseeing, snorkeling, and relaxing on the beach.
Request a beach picnic set up, a surprise romantic dinner, or an afternoon on the water. Whatever your heart desires, today's personalized adventure can deliver!
Day 11: Free Day
Today is a free day to enjoy the relaxed island. Spend time on the beach or by the pool. Lunch and dinner on your own.
Day 12: Depart Krabi
Enjoy your last free day until your transfer back to Phuket Airport for your flight home.
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