After breakfast we dive into Thailand culture. Our first stop is the unique Erawan Museum. The building is a statue of a three headed elephant and inside you will find three stories of antiquities and priceless collections of ancient religious objects. Next head to Muang Boran otherwise known as The Ancient City and dubbed as the world's largest outdoor museum. The 320-hectare "city" features 116 structures of Thailand's famous monuments and architectural attractions. Visiting The Ancient City will make you feel like you get a chance to visit every region in Thailand, while completing your discovery of the architectures, arts, and cultures that is native to each region. 

Upon return this is a little free time to grab some snacks and get ready to board an overnight train, heading southbound for Surat Thani (approx. 13 hours).

Included Activities

• Visit to Erawan Museum and Ancient City 

Accommodations 

Overnight train Bangkok – Surat Thani | Special Express 2nd class soft sleeper

Meals included: Breakfast

Arrive into Surat Thani this morning and continue by bus (approximately 2.5 hours) to the resort town of Ao Nang in Krabi Province. Ao Nang has a main street with open-air restaurants, shops that light up the sidewalk and bars perfect for kicking back with a beer. It’s also in a great position to hop on longtail boats to places like Railay Beach and the idyllic islands surrounding the bay. 

Unwind with an included one hour beach massage then spend some time relaxing on the beautiful beaches and get into the spirit of southern Thailand.  The rest of the day is yours to do as you wish. Sit back with a good book and a cool cocktail and soak up the sun. Or speak to your guide about optional activities in the area. 

In the evening, join  a local family for a home-cooked feast. There will be opportunity to assist with the preparation of tonight's meal – learn some of the delicious secrets of southern Thai cooking and enjoy a dinner that tastes all the better thanks to your handiwork! This is a wonderful opportunity to absorb some of the daily rituals of Thai culture.

Included Activities

• Ao Nang - Home-cooked dinner

Meals included: Dinner

Accommodation

Phra Nang Inn by Vacation Village (Deluxe Room) or similar | 

https://phrananginn.vacationvillage.co.th/

This morning, head out to Ao Nang beach and board a long tail boat to start today’s exploration. Immerse in the beauty of the coast line with stops at Phra Nang Cave, Railey Beach, Koh Tup, Koh Gai and discover the amazing coral and tropical fish through snorkelling in the crystal clear water. Lunch is provided during the journey.

After a  day of swimming and snorkelling  return back to Ao Nang beach in mid-afternoon. The rest of the day is yours. Tonight, why not grab some travel pals and stroll down the main drag and find a yummy  restaurant for dinner

Included Activities

• Ao Nang - Four Islands Snorkelling

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation

Phra Nang Inn by Vacation Village (Deluxe Room) or similar | 

https://phrananginn.vacationvillage.co.th/

Say goodbye to Ao Nang this morning and continue your journey to Khao Lak. On the way, stop at a great Community-based tourism initiative at Baan Nai Nang village (supported by Mangrove Action Project) and you’ll spend a better half of the day here, experiencing the amazing nature and learning about local culture. Get active and venture out in a kayak to explore the amazing water, limestone cliffs and mangrove forests at Khao Ka Rot. Return back to the village and enjoy a hearty home-cooked lunch, then learn to prepare and taste the organic local mulberry leaf tea on a walk in the village and its organic fruit orchards.  Later hop back on your bus and continue to Khao Lak (approx. 3 hours).

You will love our resort we are staying at the next two nights. There’s plenty to do on-site. Taste the pleasures of the inspired cuisine at Oriental Restaurant or sip on a bespoke cocktail at Coconut Bar. Keep up your fitness levels at the well-equipped gym, immerse your senses in a day of indulgence at Bhandari Spa. The beachfront is just a few minutes away, a mirage of golden sands and turquoise blues, dip your toes into the cool waters, top up your tan or sit and watch the sunset over the horizon. Take an evening stroll to the nearby town centre and spend some time choosing Thai souvenirs to take home or dine out on flavourful cuisine at one of the local restaurants. 

Included Activities

• Baan Nai Nang CBT village - village walk

• Khao Ka Rot - sea kayaking

• Ao Makham Beach - home cooked lunch & Mulberry leaf tea tasting

• Tha Pom Klong Song Nam

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation

Khaolak Oriental Resort Khao Lak (Deluxe Room) or similar|

https://www.khaolakoriental.com/

I know it will be hard to pull yourself away from the resort but today you will visit an organic herb and vegetable garden to learn about the ingredients needed to prepare three of Thailand’s favourite meals. Thai food has become world famous for the symphony of flavours and health benefits found in every mouthful. Learn the art of Thai cooking at a local restaurant located in a tranquil and natural location not far from Khao Lak Center. 

The rest of the day is yours to relax at the beach or resort or stroll into town.

Included Activities

• Thai Cooking Class

Meals included: Breakfast

Accommodation

Khaolak Oriental Resort Khao Lak (Deluxe Room) or similar|

https://www.khaolakoriental.com/

After a couple days of relaxing it's time to head to exciting and vibrant Phuket, Thailand’s largest and most visited island. Once you've arrived on the island, there's a chance to stop at the Tsunami Memorial if you would like to visit. Then continue to Mai Khao Marine Turtle Foundation which supports the protection of turtles and research of the Marine Biodiversity. You'll see the different type of turtles and learn about the important work they do. Then it's another hour to Kata beach. You’ll stay in the heart of Kata beach, where everything from shops to restaurants to nightclubs awaits.

Included Activities

• Phuket - Mai Khao Marine Turtle Foundation

Meals included: Breakfast

Accommodation

Kata Sea Breeze Resort (Seabreeze Room) or similar| https://www.kataseabreeze.com/ /

Today is your day to head on a boat tour to Phi Phi Island, made famous by James Bond. There will be an early start to the day at around 7:30-8 am.  We will take  a speedboat for sightseeing “Maya Bay” and “Loh Samah Bay” (Phi Phi Ley) Monkey beach. There will be time for swimming, snorkeling and relaxing on the beach at Phi Phi Don. After having Lunch at a restaurant on Phi Phi Island, you'll have chance to swim and relax on the beach of “Bamboo" or Rang Yai Island. Departure back to Phuket at 15.30 and transfer back to the Hotel 

Inclusions: soft drinks, water, fresh fruits, land and sea transfers, mask & snorkel, life jacket, canoe, buffet lunch, tour guide, national park fee and travel insurance 

What to bring: 

Swimming Suit, Short & light T-shirt, Reef Shoes, Sun Block Lotion, Copy of Passport

Remark:Program can be changed, depending on tide and weather conditions.

Included Activities

• Phi Phi & Maya Bay Day Trip – by Speed Boat

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation

Kata Sea Breeze Resort (Seabreeze Room) or similar| https://www.kataseabreeze.com/ /

There are no activities planned for the final day and you can depart the accommodation at any time. Check out time at 12:00 noon. 

Want to explore more of Southeast Asia? Extend your trip with us! Fly in early and add Northern Thailand to your adventure. 

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Meals included: Breakfast