Tour Overview
Embark on the "Andaman to Gulf, Small Group Tour" and explore the natural and cultural wonders of Thailand. This journey takes you through the lush landscapes of Khao Phanom Bencha National Park and the serene beauty of Thale Noi Lake. Discover the spiritual allure of Wat Tham Sua and Wat Phra Mahathat temples, and experience the thrill of island hopping to Koh Kradan and Koh Mook, with a chance to see the stunning Emerald Cave. Delve into the unique Tham Le Khao Kob Cave and enjoy a scenic long-tail boat trip on the River Tapi. With comfortable accommodations and guided tours, this adventure promises an unforgettable exploration of Thailand's diverse attractions. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : PHUKET OR KRABI AIRPORT – TRANG (290km – 6 hrs)
Location: Phuket, Krabi, Trang, Khao Phanom Bencha National Park, Wat Tham Sua
Accommodation Name: Thumrin Thana or similar 4*
Meals Included: Lunch
After landing at Phuket or Krabi International Airport, make your way to the correspondent meeting point, where a representative will meet you. The recommended arrival flights are TG201 BKK-HKT 7:40-9:05 or TG241 BKK-KBV 8:00-9:20 (Please note that to enjoy the included services on this day, it is required to arrive before 10:00 am. After this time no further transportation will be available. In a late arrival, lunch and the activity will not be provided). The Phuket International Airport’s meeting point is located at Terminal 2. For domestic flight arrivals at Terminal 2, make your way to the meeting point, after collecting your luggage. For international flight arrivals at Terminal 1, make your way to the arrivals hall where you will be met by a representative, who will be holding a sign. The representative will lead you to the main meeting point on Terminal 2. The Krabi International Airport’s meeting point is located in the arrivals hall where you will be met by a representative, who will be holding a sign. Hop on the transfer and depart towards Trang. On the way, you will enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant (included). Arrive at the hotel and check-in in the early afternoon. Shortly after, visit Khao Phanom Bencha National Park. Continue on to visit Wat Tham Sua, a sprawling cave temple set on a hilltop that provides views for miles. Return to the hotel in the afternoon, for a well-deserved rest.
Overnight in Trang.
Day 2 : TRANG – ISLAND HOPPING (40km – 6 hrs)
Location: Trang, Pak Meng Pier, Koh Kradan, Koh Mook, Emerald Cave
Accommodation Name: Thumrin Thana or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Enjoy an early breakfast at the hotel, and shortly after hop on the transfer to Pak Meng Pier for the day-trip visit to Koh Kradan and Koh Mook islands, along with Emerald Cave (weather permitting). This relaxing boat trip takes you around the islands, giving you the chance to bask in the sun in this earthly paradise and take in the beautiful scenery of the white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. Relax, enjoy the natural beauty of Thailand and indulge in a tasty lunch onboard (Included). Return to Pak Meng Pier and transfer back to the hotel in Trang in the afternoon.
Overnight in Trang.
Day 3 : TRANG – PHATTHALUNG (130km – 3 hrs)
Location: Trang, Tham Le Khao Kob Cave, Phatthalung
Accommodation Name: Sripakpra Resort or similar 3*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Tham Le Khao Kob Cave in the Huai Yot district, a wonderful an eco-tourism adventure spot. This visit is not for the faint-hearted, since, at times, you must lie down in the boat just to pass! This cave is unique and unseen; people who may suffer from claustrophobia in this kind of places, we strongly advise to discuss it with the tour escort before entering the cave. After this memorable experience, continue your journey to Phatthalung, with a mouth-watering lunch provided at a local restaurant en route (included). We’ll drive along the valley lake where you can enjoy peaceful panoramic views, and arrive at the hotel in the afternoon.
Overnight in Phattalung.
Day 4 : THALE NOI LAKE – NAKHON SI THAMMARAT (150km – 3 hrs)
Location: Thale Noi Lake, Baan Kiri Wong, Nakhon Si Thammarat
Accommodation Name: Twin Lotus or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Wake up early to start today’s adventure with a visit Thale Noi Lake, one of the most important wetland ecosystems in the country. If you come during the season, you may be lucky enough to see the lake full of dreamlike water lilies with blooming lotus flowers. Return to the resort to enjoy breakfast and replenish your energy before heading off on the next part of today’s journey. Drive north to Nakhon Si Thammarat and make a stop along the way to breathe in the fresh air of Baan Kiri Wong, which translates to ‘village surrounded by the mountains’. Enjoy a delightful lunch, provided en route, at a local restaurant (included), and finish the day arriving at Nakhon Si Thammarat in the afternoon, one of Thailand´s most ancient cities.
Overnight in Nakhon Si Thammarat.
Day 5 : NAKHON SI THAMMARAT – KHANOM (160km – 3.5 hrs)
Location: Nakhon Si Thammarat, Wat Phra Mahathat, Khao Luang National Park, Khanom, Tham Khao Wang Tong cave
Accommodation Name: Khanom Cabana Beach Resort or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Wake up and have breakfast at your hotel before your morning visit to Wat Phra Mahathat, considered the oldest temple in Thailand. Afterwards, continue to the shadow puppet museum and the old home of shadow puppet master Suchart Subsin to learn about the region’s shadow theatre culture. Then, travel towards Khao Luang National Park, known for its impactful mountain and forest trails, streams, waterfalls, and majestic scenery. Next, we go to the Khanom region and climb up the 300 stairs to the entrance of the Tham Khao Wang Tong cave, a limestone-iron ore cave with chambers full of beautiful and oddly shaped stalagmites and stalactites. A tasty lunch is provided en-route at a local restaurant (included). Arrive at the hotel in the afternoon.
Overnight in Khanom.
Day 6 : KHANOM – DEPART SURAT THANI (110km – 2 hrs)
Location: Khanom, Surat Thani, River Tapi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Begin your last day with a delectable breakfast at the hotel followed by a relaxing drive to Surat Thani. There, hop on a long-tail boat for a trip along the River Tapi to observe the life of the locals. Lunch is provided en-route at a local restaurant (included). Afterwards, get ready for drop-off at Surat Thani hotel or at Surat Thani International Airport at around 02:00 pm, to end your tantalizing Thai adventure. To take advantage of the departure airport transfer, it is recommended to depart after 04:00 pm, before this time no transportation service will be available. From here, you may continue with your travel arrangements.
What's Included
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Tour Guide
Operated with an English-speaking tour escort throughout the itinerary.
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Transport
Arrival shared transfer from Phuket or Krabi International Airport and departure shared transfer to Surat Thani International Airport.
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Entrance Fees & Activities
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary are included.
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Other
Meet & Greet at Phuket or Krabi International Airport.
What's Not Included
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Flights
Domestic and international flights are not included.
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Visa Fees
Visa fees are not included.
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Drinks
Drinks during meals are not included unless specified otherwise.
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City Tax
City tax is not included and is payable on the spot.
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Additional Visits
Any visit not mentioned in the program is not included.
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Porterage and Gratuities
Porterage and gratuities are not included.
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Personal Expenditures
Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks, and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program are not included.
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Camera/Video Camera Fees
Any fees for camera or video camera usage are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc., is not included.
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Thailand. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Shoes should be removed before entering a temple or private house. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
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Please Note
- Day 1, please note that to enjoy the included services on this day it is required to arrive before 10:00 am. After this time no further transportation will be available. In a late arrival, lunch and the activity will not be provided
- Phuket International Airport meeting point is located at Terminal 2. For domestic flight arrivals at Terminal 2, make your way to the meeting point, after collecting your luggage. For international flight arrivals at Terminal 1, make your way to the arrivals hall where a representative, who will be holding a sign, will meet you. The representative will lead you to the main meeting point on Terminal 2
- Krabi International Airport’s meeting point is located in the arrivals hall where you will be met by a representative, who will be holding a sign
- Day 6, to take advantage of the departure airport transfer, it is recommended to depart after 04:00 pm. Before this time no transportation will be available
- Day 3, Tham Le Khao Kob cave in the Huai Yot district. This cave is unique and unseen, people who may suffer from claustrophobia in this kind of places, we strongly advise to discuss it with the tour escort before entering the cave
- Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
- In many hotels in Thailand, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than international standards of triple room
- In the event of changes to government taxes (+/-), rates will be adjusted accordingly to reflect any changes. The adjustment will be based on the official effective dates
- We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-2 Trang
- Superior Hotel Category = Thumrin Thana or similar 4*
Day 3 Phatthalung
- Superior Hotel Category = Sripakpra Resort or similar 3 *
Day 4 Nakhon Si Thammarat
- Superior Hotel Category = Twin Lotus or similar 4*
Day 5 Khanom
- Superior Hotel Category = Khanom Cabana Beach Resort or similar 4*
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with shared air-conditioned transportation, including arrival transfers from Phuket or Krabi International Airport and departure transfers to Surat Thani International Airport, ensuring a seamless journey throughout the tour.
Accommodation
Enjoy 5 nights of superior accommodation in Thailand, staying at Thumrin Thana or similar in Trang, Sripakpra Resort in Phatthalung, Twin Lotus in Nakhon Si Thammarat, and Khanom Cabana Beach Resort in Khanom, all offering 3 to 4-star comfort.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-2 Trang
- Superior Hotel Category = Thumrin Thana or similar 4*
Day 3 Phatthalung
- Superior Hotel Category = Sripakpra Resort or similar 3 *
Day 4 Nakhon Si Thammarat
- Superior Hotel Category = Twin Lotus or similar 4*
Day 5 Khanom
- Superior Hotel Category = Khanom Cabana Beach Resort or similar 4*
Check out our Q&As
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What type of guide will accompany us during the tour?
The tour is operated with an English-speaking tour escort throughout the itinerary. The assigned tour escort may change during the tour.
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What should I wear when visiting temples during the tour?
Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious, or official buildings. Shoes should be removed before entering a temple or private house.
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Are there any specific recommendations for the first day of the tour?
To enjoy the included services on the first day, it is required to arrive before 10:00 am. After this time, no further transportation will be available, and in case of a late arrival, lunch and the activity will not be provided.
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What is unique about the Tham Le Khao Kob Cave visit?
The Tham Le Khao Kob Cave visit is an eco-tourism adventure where, at times, you must lie down in the boat to pass through. It is unique and unseen, and people who may suffer from claustrophobia are advised to discuss it with the tour escort before entering the cave.
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What is the recommended departure time on the last day to take advantage of the airport transfer?
To take advantage of the departure airport transfer on the last day, it is recommended to depart after 04:00 pm. Before this time, no transportation service will be available.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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Destination Services Thailand requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of destination services thailand charges.
Up to 16 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Andaman to Gulf, Small Group Tour
6 Days Starting in Phuket, Thailand and ending in Surat Thani, Thailand
Visiting: Phuket, Krabi, Trang, Khao Phanom Bencha National Park, Wat Tham Sua, Pak Meng Pier, Koh Kradan, Koh Mook, Emerald Cave, Tham Le Khao Kob Cave, Phatthalung, Thale Noi Lake, Baan Kiri Wong, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Wat Phra Mahathat, Khao Luang National Park, Khanom, Tham Khao Wang Tong cave, Surat Thani, River Tapi ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
38086
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 8
Age range:
10-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat
