Andaman to Gulf, Small Group Tour

Andaman to Gulf, Small Group Tour

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Andaman to Gulf, Small Group Tour

6 Days Starting in Phuket, Thailand and ending in Surat Thani, Thailand

Visiting: Trang, Phatthalung, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Surat Thani

Tour code:

38086

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

0 - 8

Physical rating:

VERY_EASY

Age range:

10-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Vegans, Meat

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Walking

From: $1222

NB: Prices correct on 18-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

Tour Overview

Embark on the "Andaman to Gulf, Small Group Tour" and explore the cultural and natural wonders of Thailand. Begin your journey with a visit to the scenic Khao Phanom Bencha National Park and the awe-inspiring Wat Tham Sua Temple. Enjoy a full-day island-hopping adventure to Koh Kradan and Koh Mook, including the stunning Emerald Cave. Discover the unique Tham Le Khao Kob Cave and the serene Thale Noi Lake, home to diverse bird species. Visit the historic Wat Phra Mahathat Temple and trek through the lush Khao Luang National Park. Conclude your adventure with a long-tail boat trip along the River Tapi, immersing yourself in the local way of life. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural insights and natural beauty, making it an unforgettable experience.

Highlights

  • Khao Phanom Bencha National Park: the park is full of scenic waterfalls, including the eleven-tiered Huay Toh waterfall, only 500 metres from the park headquarters

  • Wat Tham Sua Temple: The main hall of the temple is built into a long, shallow limestone cave at the temple’s entrance

  • Island Hopping: full-day boat trip to Koh Kradan, Koh Mook islands and, if weather permits, you will have the chance to admire the spectacular Emerald Cave

  • Tham Le Khao Kob Cave: a stream runs through the cave and another two flow around the mountain creating a landscape like no other

  • Thale Noi Lake: Enjoy the scenic views of the area and observe the interesting species of birds in their natural habitat

  • Wat Phra Mahathat Temple: one of the most important Buddhist temples in Thailand, and one of the oldest

  • Khao Luang National Park: the park surrounds the 1,835m peak of Khao Luang mountain, covered in lush, untouched forest, and home to a variety of bird species and a number of wild orchid varieties

  • Khanom: Trek through the Tham Khao Wang Tong cave and admire nature’s rare stalagmite and stalactite creations

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Phuket Or Krabi Airport – Trang (290Km – 6 Hrs)

Location: Trang

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

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: 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: 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

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: Surat Thani

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

  • Tour Guide

    Operated with English-speaking tour escort throughout the itinerary (the assigned tour escort may change during the tour).

  • Accommodation

    5 nights' accommodation in superior hotel categories.

  • Meals

    5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners upon additional cost (optional extra).

  • Transport

    Arrival shared transfer from Phuket or Krabi International Airport (Day 1), departure shared transfer to Surat Thani International Airport (Day 6), and air-conditioned shared transportation as stated in the program.

  • Entrance Fees & Activities

    All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Khao Phanom Bencha National Park visit, Wat Tham Sua Temple visit (Day 1); Full-day Island hopping tour (Day 2); Tham Le Khao Kob Cave visit (Day 3); Thale Noi Lake visit, Baan Kiri Wong visit (Day 4); Wat Phra Mahathat Temple visit, Shadow Puppet Museum visit, Khao Luang National Park visit, Tham Khao Wang Tong Cave visit (Day 5); River Tapi long-tail boat trip (Day 6).

  • Other

    Meet & Greet at Phuket or Krabi International Airport (Day 1).

What's Not Included

  • Flights

    Domestic flights (TG201 BKK-HKT 7:40-9:05 or TG241 BKK-KBV 8:00-9:20) and international flights.

  • Visa Fees

    Visa fees are not included.

  • Drinks

    Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise).

  • City Tax

    City tax not included, payable on the spot.

  • Unmentioned Visits

    Any visit not mentioned in the program.

  • Porterage and Gratuities

    Porterage and gratuities are not included.

  • Personal Expenditures

    Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program.

  • Additional Fees

    Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any).

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

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.

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 comfortably with air-conditioned shared transportation, including arrival transfers from Phuket or Krabi International Airport and departure transfers to Surat Thani International Airport.

Accommodation

Enjoy 5 nights of superior accommodation in Thailand, including stays at Thumrin Thana in Trang, Sripakpra Resort in Phatthalung, Twin Lotus in Nakhon Si Thammarat, and Khanom Cabana Beach Resort in Khanom.

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

  • What type of clothing is recommended for this tour?

    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.

  • What happens if my flight arrives late on Day 1?

    To enjoy the included services on Day 1, it is required to arrive before 10:00 am. After this time, no further transportation will be available. In case of a late arrival, lunch and the activity will not be provided.

  • Are there any specific recommendations for visiting Tham Le Khao Kob Cave?

    Tham Le Khao Kob Cave is unique and unseen, and people who may suffer from claustrophobia are strongly advised to discuss it with the tour escort before entering the cave.

  • 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.

  • What meals are included in the tour package?

    The tour package includes 5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners upon additional cost (optional extra).

  • What type of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes arrival shared transfer from Phuket or Krabi International Airport on Day 1, departure shared transfer to Surat Thani International Airport on Day 6, and air-conditioned shared transportation as stated in the program.

  • What are the accommodation options for this tour?

    The accommodation options for the tour are as follows:
    - 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*

  • What activities are included in the tour?

    The tour includes various activities such as visiting Khao Phanom Bencha National Park, Wat Tham Sua Temple, a full-day island hopping tour, Tham Le Khao Kob Cave visit, Thale Noi Lake visit, Baan Kiri Wong visit, Wat Phra Mahathat Temple visit, Shadow Puppet Museum visit, Khao Luang National Park visit, Tham Khao Wang Tong Cave visit, and a River Tapi long-tail boat trip.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • When are there specific hotel names confirmed?

    Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival

  • 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.

  • Are flights included in the tour?

    No, they are not included

  • Are Visa fees included in the price?

    No, visa fees are not included

  • 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. 

Reviews of this operator

Emma  

Super!!

04-Oct-2022

Tour guide war super nett! Hotels wurden aufsteigend immer besser. Hätten uns über mehr ortstypisches essen gefreut und nicht nur touristische restaurants mit an europäer angepassten speisen. Alles in allem war es eine schöne reise mit toller route :)

Lucas  

Fabolous company and staff

15-Dec-2022

Fabulous company and English-speaking guide. Great Tour minibus. Your every wish is considered.

Gabrielle  

Shear pleasure

18-Nov-2022

Taking this tour with Destination Services Thailand was a shear pleasure. The response time before and during our trip was phenomenal. Our request of having two single beds and German speaking tour guides throughout was met without any problems. One minor hiccup in Bangkok was remedied immediately after our arrival in Chiang Mai.(Our included transportation from the hotel to the airport in Bangkok didn't show up on time. Therefore, we had to take a taxi and paid ourselves for the fare. Upon our arrival in Chiang Mai, our local tour guide reimbursed us immediately). Again, excellent service! Except for this one, all the pick ups occurred on time. The included meals were always freshly prepared, delicious and plentiful and the hotels met the 4* standard. To sum it all up: my brother and I had a memorable, wonderful experience and would recommend Destination Services Thailand to anyone without hesitation. Thank you to all that contributed to our marvelous trip.

Pavel R.  

Awesome experience

26-Nov-2022

Grear tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable, had great English and was very helpful at every stage of the tour. Having AC on the bus, cold water and cool towels by our driver was super comfortable.

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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.

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