Thailand Islands Travel Pass (Anticlockwise)
Thailand Islands Travel Pass (Anticlockwise)
Thailand Islands Travel Pass (Anticlockwise)
12 Days Starting and ending in Bangkok
Visiting: Bangkok, Phuket, Koh Phi Phi, Krabi, Koh Phangan, Koh Tao
Tour operator:
Tour code:
36236
Group Type:
Independent
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
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Tour Overview
Discover Thailand's highlights on this whirlwind adventure through city, forest and some of Asia's most breathtaking beaches. On this travel pass, you will travel in an anticlockwise loop from Bangkok.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Bangkok, Thailand
Location: Bangkok
Bangkok Bike Explorer Departure Time: 08:00, 13:00 Duration: 4 hrs Get to know the lively city streets of Bangkok bustling with street vendors, shops and multitudes of people rushing to and from during their busy work day. Make your way to the meeting point, where you will get geared up with your bike and meet your guide for the tour. Head off into the busy city of Bangkok and peek into the lives of local city dwellers by riding across wooden bridges and through squatter settlements nestled under highways and near railroad tracks. Get a feel for the daily habits and rituals of locals throughout the city. Enjoy a refreshing drink stop before cycling to the pier where you will board a longtail boat with your bike and cross the Chao Praya River to reach Bangkok's green heart. Leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind as you cycle through beautiful lush green natural areas on elevated pathways, an area that was once home to old plantations. Observe the contrasts of this great city as you keep an eye out for the occasional sun-bathing turtle or skittish lizard. Stop to rest up with another cold drink and snack before returning to the longtail boat. Enjoy the view of Bangkok's skyline as you ride back across the river after an invigorating morning tour. Cycle back to the office where your tour will come to an end. (Approximately 13 - 16 kilometres in total)
Day 2: Bangkok, Thailand
Location: Bangkok, Phuket
Bangkok to Phuket Type: Private Transfer & Overnight VIP Bus Time: 17:30, 20:00 Duration: 11 Hours Transfer from Bangkok to Phuket
Day 3: Phuket, Thailand
Location: Phuket
Free Day Enjoy a free day to experience on your own
Day 4: Koh Phi Phi, Thailand
Location: Koh Phi Phi
Phuket to Koh Phi Phi Type: Boat Time: 08:30, 12:30, 13:30 Duration: 1 Hours Transfer from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi Please make your own way to the ferry terminal to catch your overwater transfer to Koh Phi Phi.
Day 5: Koh Phi Phi, Thailand
Location: Koh Phi Phi
Phi Phi Island Beach Hopping (from Koh Phi Phi) Departure Time: 09:30 Duration: 8 hrs Make your own way to the meeting point by the Koh Phi Phi pier to check in for your day trip to visit some of the most beautiful and well known beaches in Thailand. During the day you will have the chance to snorkel at pristine beaches and bays around the neighbouring islands. The first stop will be the Pileh Bay and the Viking Cave where fishermen inhabit the hostile rock caves in order to scratch out a living. See the iconic and popular Maya Bay where the movie, “The Beach”, with Leonardo diCaprio was filmed. Then we will make our way back to the Koh Phi Phi pier with amazing views. Note: Per goverment regulation, Maya Beach is closed to the public, so it can only be seen from the boat.
Day 6: Krabi, Thailand
Location: Krabi
Koh Phi Phi to Krabi Type: Boat Time: 09.00, 13.30 Duration: 2 Hours Transfer from Koh Phi Phi to Krabi Please make your own way to the ferry terminal to catch your overwater transfer to Krabi.
Day 7: Krabi, Thailand
Location: Krabi
4 Islands Adventure Departure Time: 08:00 Duration: 8 hrs We will pick you up at about 8.00 am at your hostel and we will bring you to Ao Nang beach, just 20 minutes away. From here, we will get on the long tailed boat and first make our way to Chicken Island. There is world class snorkelling opportunities here with amazing marine life. Then we will continue to our 2nd island, Tup Island. As the tide recedes, the sea is gradually separated by the white sand and you will see two islands being connected. Then we will have our lunch. Then we continue to Poda Island. This place offers spectacular white sandy beaches that are ideal for sunbathing, swimming and snorkelling in nearby reefs with stunning corals and marine life. After some time here, we then go to Phra Nang Cave, whose main attraction is a stack of phallic symbols which are meant to be a sign of fertility. By 16.00 pm we will drop you back at your hostel.
Day 8: Koh Phangan, Thailand
Location: Krabi, Koh Phangan
Krabi to Koh Phangan Type: Bus & Boat + Krabi Hotel Pick-up Time: 08:00 Duration: 6 Hours Transfer from Krabi to Koh Phangan Please make your own way to the ferry terminal to catch your overwater transfer to Koh Phangan.
Day 9: Koh Phangan, Thailand
Location: Koh Phangan
Free Day Enjoy a free day to experience on your own
Day 10: Koh Tao, Thailand
Location: Koh Tao
Koh Phangan to Koh Tao Type: Boat Time: 08.30, 13.00, 18.15 Duration: 1.5 Hours Transfer from Koh Phangan to Koh Tao Please make your own way to the ferry terminal to catch your overwater transfer to Koh Tao.
Day 11: Koh Tao, Thailand
Location: Koh Tao
Koh Tao Snorkeling Experience Departure Time: 09:30 Duration: 8.5 hrs Set off this morning for a day of fun in the sun, exploring some of the best snorkelling spots of Koh Tao. Await pick up at your accommodation to be checked-in at the Pier. From here, set off into the sparkling sapphire waters of the Andaman Sea, cruising to your first spot off of Koh Nang Yuan. At these pristine shores, explore spectacular beaches, magnificent view-points, and snorkel amongst colourful wildlife beneath the waves. Next, stop at the majestic Mango Bay, gazing upon this slice of paradise. One of the top locations for snorkelling on the island, marvel at the shallow bay that gives the sea a turquoise hue. Swim about this quaint yet beautiful bay, surrounded by corals filed with wonders, easily spotted in the clear waters. Afterwards, enjoy lunch back on board and some fresh fruit before heading to your next stop, Lighthouse Bay. Easily accessed by boat, but less by land, this tranquil spot is so named due to the lighthouse perched on its tip. Though no longer really used, its role now is to indicate the coral below. Jump in the water to explore its aquatic life, with colourful reefs and all sorts of fascinating animals. Set off to Deep Bay next, marvelling at the varying shades of blue as far as the eye can see. Soak up the sun on its soft, white sands, enveloped in stunning scenery. With coral on both sides of the bay, swim with entire schools of fish! Next, venture on passing Shark Island before reaching the sumptuous Shark Bay. Its namesake, black tip reef sharks frequent its waters, see if you can spot this surprisingly timid shark during your exploration of the waters. Take in the tranquil atmosphere, of this picturesque and quiet bay, swimming to your heart’s content. Finally, transfer back on board, to return to the pier and your accommodation by the evening.
Day 12: Bangkok, Thailand
Location: Koh Tao, Bangkok
Koh Tao to Bangkok Type: Bus & Boat Time: 10:15 Duration: 10 Hours Transfer from Koh Tao to Bangkok Please make your own way to the bus station to catch your bus and boat to Bangkok.
What's Included
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Transport
Travel between destinations via a combination of private transfers, overnight VIP buses, and boats, ensuring a seamless and comfortable journey across Thailand's beautiful islands and cities.
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Meals
Three meals are included in the tour package.
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Activities
Included activities are Bangkok Bike Explorer, Phi Phi Island Beach Hopping, 4 Islands Adventure, and Koh Tao Snorkeling Experience.
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Guides
English speaking guides are included for some of the activities.
What's Not Included
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Accommodations
Accommodation is not included in this tour package, allowing you the flexibility to choose your own lodging options throughout your journey.
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Other Meals / Drinks
Meals and drinks other than the 3 included meals are not provided.
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Guide throughout the trip
A guide is not provided for the entire trip, only for specific activities.
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Tips & Gratuities
Tips and gratuities are not included in the tour package.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional activities, and other personal purchases are not covered.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.
Mode of Transport
Travel between destinations via a combination of private transfers, overnight VIP buses, and boats, ensuring a seamless and comfortable journey across Thailand's beautiful islands and cities.
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included in this tour package, allowing you the flexibility to choose your own lodging options throughout your journey.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is used during the tour?
Travel between destinations is via a combination of private transfers, overnight VIP buses, and boats, ensuring a seamless and comfortable journey across Thailand's beautiful islands and cities.
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Is accommodation included in the tour package?
No, accommodation is not included in this tour package, allowing you the flexibility to choose your own lodging options throughout your journey.
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Are meals included in the tour?
Only 3 meals are included in the tour package.
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Will there be a guide throughout the entire trip?
No, guides are included only for some of the activities, not throughout the entire trip.
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What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes the following activities: Bangkok Bike Explorer, Phi Phi Island Beach Hopping (from Koh Phi Phi), 4 Islands Adventure, and Koh Tao Snorkeling Experience.
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What should I expect during the Bangkok Bike Explorer activity?
During the Bangkok Bike Explorer, you will cycle through the lively streets of Bangkok, cross the Chao Praya River by longtail boat, and explore lush green natural areas. The tour includes stops for refreshing drinks and snacks.
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What is the Phi Phi Island Beach Hopping activity like?
The Phi Phi Island Beach Hopping activity includes visiting Pileh Bay, Viking Cave, and the iconic Maya Bay. You will have the chance to snorkel at pristine beaches and bays around the neighboring islands.
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What can I expect from the 4 Islands Adventure in Krabi?
The 4 Islands Adventure includes visiting Chicken Island, Tup Island, Poda Island, and Phra Nang Cave. Activities include snorkeling, sunbathing, swimming, and exploring unique natural formations.
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What does the Koh Tao Snorkeling Experience entail?
The Koh Tao Snorkeling Experience includes visiting Koh Nang Yuan, Mango Bay, Lighthouse Bay, Deep Bay, and Shark Bay. You will have opportunities to snorkel, explore coral reefs, and see various marine life, including black tip reef sharks.
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Are there any free days during the tour?
Yes, there are free days on Day 3 in Phuket and Day 9 in Koh Phangan for you to explore on your own.
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What is not included in the tour package?
The tour package does not include accommodations, other meals/drinks, a guide throughout the trip, tips & gratuities, personal expenses, and travel insurance.
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Free Date Changes
Bamba Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Bamba Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform bamba travel, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Bamba Travel requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.