Island Hopping in Thailand In 9 Days

Day 1: Welcome to Thailand - Phuket Arrival Your trip begins with your arrival in Phuket. Your private driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. Check into the hotel and get over the jet lag. Spend your free time relaxing at the beach or wandering around Phuket town, visiting colourful markets and tasting delicious street food. Overnight in Phuket. Accommodation You will stay in one of the following accommodations: Kata Sea Breeze Resort or similar Rawai Palm Beach Resort or similar Avista Grande Phuket Karon - MGallery by Sofitel or similar

Day 2 Excursion to Phang Nga Bay (Join a group tour) (B/L) In the morning, meet the cruise team at your hotel and head to Ao Por Pier, where you'll enjoy complimentary tea and coffee before boarding a luxury boat. Then you're off on a scenic cruise north amid the karst islets dotting the Andaman Sea. The first stop when you enter Phang Nga Bay is Panak Island, where you'll enjoy a canoe trip through sea caves and mangroves. Then continue to Hong Island for more canoeing or kayaking. While you puddle the canoe, your local guide will take you to hidden caves and lagoons. Return to the boat for a delicious buffet lunch. In the afternoon, you'll visit Khao Phing Kan. This romantic island is most known for Ko Ta Pu, a towering limestone islet about 130 feet (40 m) offshore. Its famous nickname is "James Bond Island" because it was a shooting location in the film "The Man with the Golden Gun." On Khao Phing, you'll spend time at a secluded beach for swimming and sunbathing. Around 3:30 pm, return to the boat and transfer back to Phuket. Overnight on Phuket. Accommodation You will stay in one of the following accommodations: Kata Sea Breeze Resort or similar Rawai palm beach resort or similar Avista Grande Phuket Karon - MGallery by Sofitel or similar

Day 3 Phuket Leisure (B) Set on the Andaman Coast, Phuket is known for its beaches, nightlife, and beautiful resorts. Its diverse landscapes range from tropical rainforests to palm-fringed beaches and craggy limestone cliffs. Today is free to explore Phuket, either with a day of relaxation or adventure. Head for the beach to sunbathe and sit back with a cold drink, go for a swim, or try snorkeling. To see more of Phuket from its underwater angle, visit an aquarium in Cape Panwa. If you're feeling adventurous, visit Hanuman World Phuket to soar through the jungle on its ziplines. In the evening, eat seafood for dinner, browse a night market, or go for a drink on lively Bangla Road. Overnight on Phuket. Accommodation You will stay in one of the following accommodations: Kata Sea Breeze Resort or similar Rawai palm beach resort or similar Avista Grande Phuket Karon - MGallery by Sofitel or similar

Day 4 Phuket - Transfer To Koh Phi Phi (B) Have breakfast at the hotel and a relaxing time before check-out and join the land & sea speedboat transfer to Phi Phi (by hotel service). Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and spend time exploring the beauty of the Phi hi Islands at your own pace. Overnight on Phi Phi. Accommodation You will stay in one of the following accommodations: Bay View Resort or similar Saii Phi Phi Island Village or similar Phi Phi Coco Beach Resort or similar

Day 5 Koh Phi Phi Leisure (B) The Phi Phi Islands are probably one of the most beautiful places in Thailand, with clear emerald water, fine white-sand beaches, and stunning views of karst formations. It is a true escape from the big cities to nature, as only one island is inhabited. This place is a great spot for snorkeling and diving. The islands are surrounded by coral reefs with diverse sea life. Spend a relaxing day on the island, enjoy the stunning views, and swim. If you would like to do some hiking, you can walk to the Phi Phi viewpoint to see the panorama of the island and enjoy the sunset in the evening. From this viewpoint, you can take the road to Moo Dee Bay. It is a great beach to visit, with lots of shadows and clear, shallow water. And don't forget to go swimming after sunset to see the glowing plankton; just move your hands or body in the water, and you will see the magic. Overnight on Phi Phi. Accommodation You will stay in one of the following accommodations: Bay View Resort or similar Saii Phi Phi Island Village or similar Phi Phi Coco Beach Resort or similar

Day 6 Koh Phi Phi -Transfer To Krabi (B) Have breakfast at the hotel and enjoy a relaxing time before check-out and join the sea (speed boat) & land transfer to the Krabi hotel (by hotel service). Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and have free time to explore the beautiful beaches or walk around Krabi town. Overnight in Krabi. Accommodation You will stay in one of the following accommodations: Ao Nang Princeville Resort or similar Ibis Styles Krabi Ao Nang or similar Sofitel Krabi Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort or similar

Day 7 Four Islands Tour by Speedboat (Join a group tour) (B/L) In the morning, your guide will meet you at the hotel and transfer you to Nopparatthara Beach, where you board the boat with others and head to Tab Island. This island is composed of 2 small islands—Koh Tub and Koh Mor—which are joined together with sandbars. You can see the sandbars only when it is the proper low tide. Then you will see Kai Island (or Chicken Island), an amazing rock formation in the shape of an ostrich or chicken. You will see a lot of small, colorful fish when snorkeling in this area. Have a picnic lunch on the beach at Poda Island, an island with white sandy beaches, clear water, and different kinds of colorful fish in abundance. In the afternoon, we will visit Phranang Cave and Phranang Beach to swim or just relax on the nice beach. Around 14:00, we will return to Nopparatthara Beach and then transfer back to your hotel. Overnight in Krabi. Accommodation You will stay in one of the following accommodations: Ao Nang Princeville Resort or similar Ibis Styles Krabi Ao Nang or similar Sofitel Krabi Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort or similar

Day 8 Krabi Leisure (B) If you like, spend the day relaxing on one of Krabi's many beaches, or rent a kayak and paddle down the coast. You can also stroll around Krabi Town and the waterfront of the Krabi River. For great views, hike up to the 19th-century Wat Kaew Temple, which overlooks the city. If traveling with kids, you can take them to the lagoons and hiking trails at Thung Teao Forest Park. When night falls, be sure to visit Krabi Town's bustling night market. Overnight in Krabi. Accommodation You will stay in one of the following accommodations: Ao Nang Princeville Resort or similar Ibis Styles Krabi Ao Nang or similar Sofitel Krabi Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort or similar

Day 9 Time To Say Goodbye - Krabi Departure Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip. Complete the hotel check-out formalities, after which you can visit the local markets and buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later, proceed for departure and board your flight back home. Trip Ends.