Wonders of Istanbul Bangkok and Islands of Thailand
Wonders of Istanbul Bangkok and Islands of Thailand
Wonders of Istanbul Bangkok and Islands of Thailand
12 Days Starting in Phuket, Thailand and ending in Istanbul, Turkey
Visiting: Phuket, Phi Phi Island, Phi Phi, Krabi, Bangkok
Tour operator:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 6
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey with the "Wonders of Istanbul, Bangkok, and Islands of Thailand" tour. Begin your adventure in Phuket, renowned for its stunning white-sand beaches and emerald-green waters. Discover the breathtaking beauty of Phi Phi Island and the tropical paradise of Krabi, each offering unique experiences from vibrant nightlife to serene beaches. Continue to Bangkok, a city where tradition meets modernity, and explore its iconic temples and bustling streets. Conclude your trip in Istanbul, a city where timeless history and dynamic modernity converge. Enjoy 11 nights of superior accommodation, daily buffet breakfasts, and seamless transfers, ensuring a comfortable and enriching travel experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Phuket Arrival (B/-/-)
Location: Phuket
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Welcome to Thailand! Upon arrival at Phuket International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Enjoy the day at leisure. You may explore the breathtaking beaches of Phuket.
Overnight in Phuket
Day 2: Phuket (B/-/-)
Location: Phuket
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a delicious breakfast and spend your day at leisure. There are plenty of memorable things to do in Phuket. The island itself boasts a beautiful historical town, breathtaking viewpoints, and iconic cultural attractions. Perhaps you may be interested in our optional tours.
Overnight in Phuket
Day 3: Phuket (B/-/-)
Location: Phuket
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a delicious breakfast and spend your day at leisure. There are plenty of memorable things to do in Phuket. The island itself boasts a beautiful historical town, breathtaking viewpoints, and iconic cultural attractions. Perhaps you may be interested in our optional tours
Overnight in Phuket
Day 4: Phuket – Phi Phi (By Ferry) (B/-/-)
Location: Phi Phi Island
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Rassada Pier in Phuket for a ferry to Phi Phi Island, one of the most beautiful island groups in Thailand. Phi Phi is famous for its limestone cliffs rising out of the emerald-green waters, white powdery beaches, and coral reefs with diving and snorkeling activities. A two-hour ferry ride will take you through the Viking Cave. Upon arrival at Tonsai Pier, you will need to pay an entrance fee (20 BAHT) and then transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. There are lots of things to do on Phi Phi Island to make the most of your time. From day activities involving the sun and sand to nighttime adventures involving fire shows and dancing on the beach, Phi Phi Island has something to offer for everyone.Â
Overnight in Phi Phi
Day 5: Phi Phi (B/-/-)
Location: Phi Phi
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you may enjoy a day at leisure. Stroll along the beach, go sunbathing or check out some of the water sports available.
Overnight in Phi Phi
Day 6: Phi Phi – Krabi (By Ferry) (B/-/-)
Location: Krabi
Accommodation Name: resort
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy your morning at leisure. You will be able to store your luggage at the hotel upon check out before being transferred back to Tonsai Pier later this afternoon. Prepare for a ferry ride to Krabi. The ferry will depart Tonsai Pier at 3:30 PM and arrive at Ao Nang, Krabi at 5:00 PM. Upon arrival in Krabi, you will be transferred to the resort. Â
Overnight in Krabi
Day 7: Krabi (B/-/-)
Location: Krabi
Accommodation Name: resort
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel, spend your day at leisure. There is no place on earth quite like Krabi, one of Thailand's tourist jewels. With its jagged karst limestone islands rising from the azure sea, pure white beaches, and exotic temples on land, Krabi is a fascinating place to discover. From ancient Buddhist caves and seafront restaurants to water sports, golf, and vibrant nightlife, the coast around Krabi can offer a little bit of everything.
Overnight in Krabi
Day 8: Krabi – Bangkok (By Flight) (B/-/-)
Location: Bangkok
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you will be transferred to Krabi Airport or travel overland to Phuket Airport for your flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival at Bangkok Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.Â
Overnight in Bangkok
Day 9: Bangkok (B/-/-)
Location: Bangkok
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will start your day with a half-day city tour. Get ready to explore three of the most unusual Buddhist temples in Bangkok; Wat Traimit with its invaluable Golden Buddha (5 ½ tons of solid gold), Wat Pho, the most extensive temple in Bangkok (with its colossal Reclining Buddha and the Chedis of the Kings), and Wat Benjamaborpitr, the White Marble Temple and one of the finest examples of Thai architecture. Enjoy your afternoon at leisure or pre-book one of the following optional tours.
Overnight in Bangkok
Day 10: Bangkok – Istanbul (By Flight) (B/-/-)
Location: Bangkok
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the Airport for your flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival at Istanbul International Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to explore the city where East meets West.Â
Overnight in Istanbul
Day 11: Istanbul (B/-/-)
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you may explore Istanbul city on your own. Once known as Constantinople and Byzantium, Istanbul's position on the Silk Road has made it an economic, historic, and cultural centre, serving as an imperial capital numerous time for the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires. With both Asian and European sides to the city, this metropolis offers a lot to explore. Perhaps join our optional tours.
Overnight in Istanbul
Day 12: Istanbul (B/-/-)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and make your own way back to Istanbul International Airport for your flight back home.
What's Included
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11 nights accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar
Accommodation for 11 nights in superior hotels or similar on a twin sharing basis.
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Daily buffet breakfast at the hotel
Daily buffet breakfast provided at the hotel.
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All Arrival and departure airport transfers
Transfers to and from the airport upon arrival and departure.
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All Transportation in AC modern vehicles
Transportation in air-conditioned modern vehicles throughout the tour.
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Services of English-speaking guide during the tours
Guided tours with an English-speaking guide.
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All sightseeing as per the detailed itinerary
Sightseeing tours as detailed in the itinerary.
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All entrance fees as per the detailed itinerary
Entrance fees to attractions as specified in the itinerary.
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Ferry tickets for Phuket to Phi Phi and Phi-phi to Krabi
Ferry tickets for travel from Phuket to Phi Phi and from Phi Phi to Krabi.
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Domestic flights Krabi-Bangkok
Domestic flight from Krabi to Bangkok.
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Regional Airfare (Bangkok – Istanbul)
Regional airfare from Bangkok to Istanbul.
What's Not Included
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Items of a personal nature, tips, and gratuities
Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities are not included.
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Arrival and departure transfers for land only passengers
Transfers for passengers who book land-only packages are not included.
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Entrance fee upon arrival at Tonsai Pier, Phi Phi (20 Baht payable locally upon arrival)
Entrance fee of 20 Baht payable locally upon arrival at Tonsai Pier, Phi Phi.
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Items not mentioned as being included
Any items not specifically mentioned as included in the tour.
Mode of Transport
All transportation is provided in air-conditioned modern vehicles, including arrival and departure airport transfers, ferry tickets for Phuket to Phi Phi and Phi Phi to Krabi, domestic flights from Krabi to Bangkok, and regional airfare from Bangkok to Istanbul.
Accommodation
Enjoy 11 nights of accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar, with daily buffet breakfast included.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 11 nights of accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
Yes, all arrival and departure airport transfers are included in the tour package.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
All transportation is provided in air-conditioned modern vehicles.
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Is there a guide available during the tours?
Yes, the services of an English-speaking guide are available during the tours.
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour package?
Yes, all entrance fees as per the detailed itinerary are included in the tour package.
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Are there any additional costs I should be aware of?
Yes, additional costs include items of a personal nature, tips, gratuities, arrival and departure transfers for land-only passengers, and the entrance fee upon arrival at Tonsai Pier, Phi Phi (20 Baht payable locally upon arrival).
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What meals are included in the tour package?
Daily buffet breakfast at the hotel is included in the tour package.
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Are ferry tickets included for travel between islands?
Yes, ferry tickets for Phuket to Phi Phi and Phi Phi to Krabi are included.
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Are domestic flights included in the tour package?
Yes, domestic flights from Krabi to Bangkok are included.
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Is regional airfare included in the tour package?
Yes, regional airfare from Bangkok to Istanbul is included.
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What activities are available in Phuket?
In Phuket, you can explore the beautiful historical town, breathtaking viewpoints, and iconic cultural attractions. Optional tours are also available.
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What can I do on Phi Phi Island?
On Phi Phi Island, you can enjoy activities such as sunbathing, water sports, and exploring the island's nightlife, including fire shows and beach parties.
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What attractions are there in Krabi?
In Krabi, you can explore ancient Buddhist caves, seafront restaurants, water sports, golf, and vibrant nightlife. The area is known for its jagged karst limestone islands, pure white beaches, and exotic temples.
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What will I see during the half-day city tour in Bangkok?
During the half-day city tour in Bangkok, you will visit Wat Traimit with its Golden Buddha, Wat Pho with its Reclining Buddha and the Chedis of the Kings, and Wat Benjamaborpitr, the White Marble Temple.
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What can I do in Istanbul during my leisure time?
In Istanbul, you can explore the city's rich history and culture, including its position on the Silk Road and its significance as an imperial capital for the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires. Optional tours are also available.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.
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If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.
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Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?
In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of indus travels charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.