Thailand (South): See & Experience it ALL in 11 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours

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You absolutely will not find another tour out there as packed with activities and attractions as this one, provided by CharlieTheTraveler. You will also not find another tour out there that offers it all "FIRST CLASS," yet for a relatively low price. We have thousands of travelers taking this specific tour every year-and that's because no competitor can beat ...
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Cooking Class Followed by Dinner
    • Rock Climbing over a Tropical Beach (optional)
    • Several Boat Daytrips to Exotic Islands
    • Canoeing Through Lagoons & Rivers
    • Kayaking Inside Caves
    • Full Moon Parties on Koh Phangan Island (only if there is a full or half moon)
    • Nightlife in Phuket
    • Hiking to Viewpoints Which Offer Stunning Views
    • Discovering Jungles/National Parks
    • Swimming Below Waterfalls

What's this trip about?

    You absolutely will not find another tour out there as packed with activities and attractions as this one, provided by CharlieTheTraveler. You will also not find another tour out there that offers it all "FIRST CLASS," yet for a relatively low price. We have thousands of travelers taking this specific tour every year-and that's because no competitor can beat us on quality, price & substance.

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityPhuket
End CityKoh Samui

Travel Themes

  • Climbing & Mountaineering
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Cultural
  • Education / Learning
  • High Adventure
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Trekking & Expeditions
  • Photography
  • Scuba Diving

Destinations

  • Asia
  • Thailand

Attractions

  • Phuket

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Canoeing
  • Caving
  • Cooking
  • Culture
  • Educational/ learning
  • Festivals & Special Events
  • Hiking
  • Kayaking
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • River cruise
  • Safari
  • Short Cruise
  • Snorkeling
  • Swimming
  • Wildlife viewing

Trip includes

    • International Airfare *For VIP members only (ask us for details)
    • Lodging *Some restrictions apply
    • Male or Female Tour Guides
    • Tours in English
    • All Ground & Water Transportation
    • All Activities in Itinerary Below
    • All Entry Fees
    • Your Own On-Call Concierge
    • Breakfasts
    • Lunches x 8
    • Dinner x 1

Popular Trips

Itinerary

Travel Map
Day 1: The Famous Patong Beach, Cooking Class, Dinner & the Buzzing Nightlife of Bangla Road

Our tour starts in Phuket. This resort town is best used as a base from which to make daily excursions to the nearby islands. The famous Patong Beach serves as a great first impression of Phuket. In the evening, we are taken to a Thai restaurant. There we are taught h...

Day 2: Limestone Peaks & Caves by Boat or via Rock Climbing

We make a daytrip via an organized boat tour to the coastal province of Krabi (Ao Nang area). Specifically, we visit Tub Island, Chicken Island, Poda Island and Pranang Cave. Krabi is noted for its limestone peaks, both on land and in the sea. Krabi’s limestone hills ...

Day 3: An Archipelago of 11 Islands Explored by Boat

We make a daytrip via an organized boat tour to the Similan Islands. This is a national park/archipelago consisting of 11 islands. The archipelago is famous for its dive sites, enjoyed by snorkelers and scuba divers alike. These islands have typically two different ki...

Day 4: Phi Phi Islands, as Featured in the Movie “The Beach”

We make a daytrip via an organized boat tour to the Phi Phi Islands. They feature beaches and clear water that have had their natural beauty protected by national park status. Tourism here exploded since the filming of the movie “The Beach.” Today, the Phi Phi Islands are one of Thailand's most famous destinations. Lunch and snorkeling are included on today’s tour.

Day 5: James Bond Island & Canoeing Through Caves & Lagoons

We make a daytrip via an organized boat tour to Phang Nga Bay. Limestone cliffs with caves, collapsed cave systems and archaeological sites are found in the bay. The most famous of the many islands is the so-called James Bond Island. It was featured in the movie “The ...

Day 7: Thailand's Prettiest Lake, a Water Cave & a Boat Ride

We make a daytrip to Cheow Lan Lake (a.k.a. Rajjaprabha Dam Reservoir). There we are provided with a full-day tour. Cheow Lan is inhabited by a range of mammals such as tigers, elephants, tapirs and many monkey species. It is also said to be Thailand's prettiest lake....

Day 8: Full Moon Beach Parties & a Private Tour Around Koh Phangan Island

We relocate to Koh Phangan, an island world renowned for its Full Moon, Half Moon and Black Moon, all-night parties located on Haad Rin Beach. Nonetheless, there is more to Koh Phangan than just partying. It is also home to some great temples and spectacular natural a...

Day 9: Kayaking Inside Caves & Breathtaking Islands

We make a daytrip via an organized boat tour to Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park, which covers 42 islands. Most of the islands are close to each other, making a breathtaking panorama when sailing around the park. All the islands are of different sizes and shapes. Most of them are covered with tropical forests. Lunch, snorkeling and kayaking inside caves are included on today’s tour.

Day 10: Panoramic Views Atop a Mountain, Ao Muong Beach Resort & Sairee Beach

We make a daytrip via an organized boat tour to Ko Tao Island followed by Ko Nang Yuan Island. Ko Tao Island is well known for scuba diving and snorkeling. The most popular place for tourists is Sairee on the west coast, which has a white sandy beach of 1.7 kilometers...

Day 11: Our Tour Ends This Morning

We are taken to the pier in Koh Phangan so we can catch the 10-minute boat ride to Koh Samui Island. Upon arrival, we are taken via a 30-minute drive directly to the airport.

Note that we can extend your tour for a day and show you Koh Samui Island. Abundant to...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,503
Price per day$228
Last Updated: 5/3/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Feb 2023

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I absolutely loved everything about the trip to Southern Thailand.

I absolutely loved everything about the trip to Southern Thailand. This cultural experience was amazing and the company did very well organizing all of the different...

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Feb 2023

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I loved everything about the Southern Thailand trip!

I loved everything about the Southern Thailand trip! I loved being able to relax on the beach but also the active excursions like kayaking and canoeing. I don’t thin...

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Cindy F.

Feb 2023

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I was pleasantly surprised that they had almost everything planned and there was little I needed to do to prepare for the trip.

I had only seen positive things said about CharlieTheTraveler and the trip to Southern Thailand, so I felt comfortable booking this trip through them. I was pleasant...

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Ruth N.

Feb 2023

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Southern Thailand is a beautiful country, but I am glad I didn’t just rely on pictures to find out.

Southern Thailand is a beautiful country, but I am glad I didn’t just rely on pictures to find out. This company highlighted the country’s landscapes and beautiful v...

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Feb 2023

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I wasn’t stressed and was able to enjoy every moment of the trip!

Usually going on trips means a lot of stress leading up to the trip and during. However, because CharlieTheTraveler planned so much for me for this Southern Thailand...

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Flights
    • Flights are not included in the price. However, we would be happy to assist you in finding airfare upon request.
    • Below are the domestic flights needed for this tour:
    • Day 1: Bangkok to Phuket (if applicable to you)
    • Day 11: Koh Samui Island to Phuket or Bangkok
    • Insurance
    • Although travel insurance is not included in the price, we can recommend a company which provides comprehensive coverage. Note all customers are required to have travel insurance for this tour.
    • Additional Services
    • Alcohol
    • Travel Visa (only applicable to citizens of certain countries)

Accommodation

,Below are the names of the hotels where we commonly have our travelers stay. Note this is subject to availability. Our tours include the first night of accommodation, the hotel included is always selected as 4-5 Star by American standards - always unique and great customer service. We can also book 3 Star and boutique properties on behalf of our guests. Please inquire if interested. Nights 1-5: Phuket (near Patong Beach), Preferred Accommodation: Diamond Cliff Resort & Spa Nights 6-7: Khao Sok National Park, Preferred Accommodation: Moutania Lifestyle Hotel Nights 8-10: Koh Phangan Island (near the pier), Preferred Accommodation: Chantaramas Resort or Summer Resort This tour includes lodging for 1 night. However, upon request, we can book accommodation for you for all nights at establishments which meet your needs. For years, we automatically included 5-star hotels in our travel packages. In the interest of our customers, we ultimately decided to reduce the price of our tours and encourage specifically those with higher expectations to simply request room upgrades. Why? Some of our customers want simple and clean but ultimately cheap rooms. Some of our customers want 4-star hotels and are willing to pay more. Others want nothing short of 5-star extravagance. There isn’t a way to uphold ONE standard for hotels in our travel packages considering everyone has a different budget. What we CAN uphold are the standard and quality of our tours, all of which offer nothing short of a first-class experience. Again, upon request, we can upgrade your room type for the night included as well as book lodging for all nights on this tour. Let us know and we will provide you with pricing options.
Guides
Our tour guides/drivers are licensed, speak English and know how to bring excitement to your day. What we deliver is the complete opposite of the cookie-cutting tours the big corporations offer, leaving you in complete boredom. Although our tour guides/drivers are attentive, accommodating and engaged, they also know when to give you your private space and free time. It's a perfect balance. *Female guides are available upon request. Note that although most activities on this multi-day tour are shared with other travelers, we can make the trip almost completely private, per your request. Typically, the private activities are the nightlife tour in the coastal city of Phuket, the exploration of Khao Sok National Park, the stop at a beautiful viewpoint in an area called Khao Lak, the visit to the tsunami memorial site, the visit to the monkey cave temple, the canoe safari along Sok River, and the tour around Koh Phangan Island.
Cancellation policy

What Happens If I Cancel This Trip?

To confirm your tour, full payment is needed at the time of your purchase. However, refunds are offered. You will receive a full refund if canceling at least 91 days in advance from the departure date. Cancelling between 90-60 days prior to departure entitles you to a 50 percent refund. Cancelling between 59-31 days prior to departure entitles you to a 25 percent refund. Canceling 30 days or less prior to departure is not eligible for a refund. Cancellation requests need to be made by email and become effective on the date received by CharlieTheTraveler.

What Happens If You, CharlieTheTraveler, Cancel This Trip?

In the unlikely event CharlieTheTraveler needs to cancel this trip, such as because of very poor weather conditions, we will give you a full refund for the tour within 14 business days of the cancellation. Note: We are not a participant in the California Travel Consumer Restitution Fund, nor is this transaction covered by the Restitution Fund.

Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
Visa requirements vary depending on your country of origin and your country of destination. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the relevant requirements. For a handy tool that can help you quickly find the requirements, please visit this link .
Meals Included

The price of this tour includes 8 lunches. We are very picky about food and refuse to accept anything short of quality. We do our best to ensure you are being offered healthy and tasty local cuisine.

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Although we get customers of all ages and from several countries, our statistics show most people who book are 30 to 65 years old and from USA, UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. We welcome your kids specifically and only when the tour is exclusive to you and your group-meaning other customers are not joining you. We define kids as anyone under 18 years old. In order to make the tour exclusive to you and your group, your booking would need to be for 4 persons or more for any of our tours except Iceland. For our Iceland tour, your booking would need to be for 8 persons or more. Regarding the cost of bringing a non-adult, we do deduct from the total based on the amount of activities you request we remove from the tour. Note that reducing the total price of the tour by removing activities is something offered for non-adults only. Adults can opt out of activities but the total price does not change.
Additional Information
  • Lodging x 1 Night
  • Dinner x 1
  • Lunches x 8
  • Air-Conditioned Vehicle
  • All Entry Fees
  • Private Transportation
  • Tour Guides *Female guides upon request
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