Holidays / Thailand holidays

8 Nights Bangkok & Phuket

Temples and river boats in Bangkok, then island days in Phuket.

8 Nights / 9 DaysThailand, Thailand4-star hotelFlights included

Highlights

  • Grand Palace and temples
  • Chao Phraya river boat
  • Phang Nga Bay boat trip
  • Phi Phi Islands

Photos

Bangkok aerial city skyline, ThailandBangkok chao phraya river boat temple, ThailandBangkok chao phraya wooden river boat, ThailandBangkok chinatown gate yaowarat, ThailandBangkok grand palace angkor wat model, ThailandBangkok grand palace gilded gallery ceiling, Thailand

Day-by-day itinerary

DAY1

Arrive in Bangkok

Fly from Entebbe to Bangkok (connections vary, so you may arrive on Day 1 or early Day 2). A driver meets you and takes you to your hotel. Rest, then enjoy an evening stroll along the Chao Phraya riverfront.

Bangkok chao phraya river boat temple
In-flight meals Hotel, Bangkok
DAY2

Grand Palace and temples

With a guide visit the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, then Wat Benchamabophit, the Marble Temple. Dress modestly, with shoulders and knees covered.

Bangkok grand palace angkor wat modelBangkok grand palace gilded gallery ceilingBangkok marble temple wat benchamabophit
Breakfast Hotel, Bangkok
DAY3

River boats and Chinatown

Ride a boat on the Chao Phraya River past riverside temples, then explore Yaowarat, Bangkok's Chinatown, famous for street food in the evening.

Bangkok chinatown gate yaowaratBangkok chao phraya wooden river boat
Breakfast Hotel, Bangkok
DAY4

Fly to Phuket

Free morning in Bangkok for shopping or a skyline view, then a domestic flight to Phuket and transfer to your beach resort.

Bangkok aerial city skyline
Breakfast Beach resort, Phuket
DAY5

Phang Nga Bay

A full-day boat trip through Phang Nga Bay with its limestone cliffs and emerald water. Stops and activities depend on the operator and tides.

Phang nga bay boat limestone cliffsPhang nga bay boat emerald sea island
Breakfast, lunch Beach resort, Phuket
DAY6

Phi Phi Islands

A day trip by speedboat or longtail boat to the Phi Phi Islands for swimming and snorkelling in turquoise lagoons.

Phi phi longtail boats turquoise lagoon
Breakfast, lunch Beach resort, Phuket
DAY7

Elephant sanctuary visit (optional)

An optional half-day at an ethical elephant sanctuary, feeding and walking with the elephants, then a free afternoon or spa time. Please book only sanctuaries that do not offer rides.

Elephant sanctuary visit
Breakfast Beach resort, Phuket
DAY8

Fly home

Breakfast, then a transfer to Phuket airport for your flight home.

Chiang rai white temple, Thailand
Breakfast —

This itinerary is a guide. The order of activities can change with flight times, weather and hotel availability, and we confirm the final plan with your quote. Optional extras are marked and cost extra.

Included

  • Return flights
  • Domestic flight
  • 8 nights hotels
  • Breakfast daily
  • Guided tours and island trips
  • All transfers

Not included

  • International flights unless stated
  • Visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional tours not listed

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