Unseen Southern Thailand 12 Days

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Hua Hin - Bangkok - Krabi - Phuket - Khao Sok
12 days
Off beaten track

Overview

Welcome to the Unseen Southern Thailand tour, where you will experience the best of Thailand’s natural beauty, culture, and history in just 12 days. The tour begins with an exploration of Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand, where you will have a chance to see the ancient and modern beauty of the city by yourself. Discover its grand temples, street markets, and the famous floating markets.

Next, you will be taken to Thailand's biggest national park to explore pristine stretches of jungle and see exotic wildlife. Alongside an expert guide, you will learn about the history of important sites in Thailand such as the shrine of Prince Chumphon.

Relax and unwind at the beautiful white sandy beaches of Thailand, starting from the charming Hua Hin and heading south to the tranquil Chumphon and Ranong, before immersing yourself in the lush greenery of Khao Sok National Park.

The tour continues with a visit to the idyllic Khao Lak, followed by a trip to the stunning Ao Phang Nga, Krabi, and Ao Nang. Spend your free time in Krabi and Koh Phi Phi, which boasts some of Thailand's most spectacular landscapes.

Lastly, end your tour with a final free day in the tropical paradise of Phuket before departing to Bangkok. The Unseen Southern Thailand tour is the perfect opportunity to experience the best of Thailand's natural beauty, cultural heritage, and history in just 12 days.

Highlights

• Explore the ancient and modern beauty of the capital Bangkok by yourself
• Explore pristine stretches of jungle and see exotic wildlife in Thailand’s biggest national park.
• Alongside an expert guide, learn about the history of important sites in Thailand such as the shrine of Prince Chumphon.
• Enjoy the relax atmosphere and white sandy beaches of Thailand

Itinerary in Brief

  • Day 1: Bangkok arrival
  • Day 2: Bangkok city tour (B)
  • Day 3: Bangkok– Hua Hin (B)
  • Day 4: Hua Hin – Chumphon (B)
  • Day 5: Chumphon – Ranong (B)
  • Day 6: Ranong – Khao Sok National park (B) – Join Tour 
  • Day 7: Khao Sok National Park – Khao Lak (B) – Join Tour 
  • Day 8: Khao Lak- Krabi(B) – No guide 
  • Day 9: Krabi free time (B) – No guide nor driver 
  • Day 10: Krabi – Phuket (B) – No guide 
  • Day 11: Phuket Free time (B) – No guide nor driver 
  • Day 12: Phuket Free time- Flight to Bangkok departure (B)- No guide 
Unseen Southern Thailand 12 Days

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Itinerary in Details

Day 1:Bangkok arrival

Warmly welcome you on arrival at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, Thailand. We will pick you up with a comfortable vehicle to the center of Bangkok to check-in your hotel, then take your time to have a rest after a long flight
 

Day 1:Bangkok arrival

Day 2: Bangkok city tour (B)

Today, we will take the whole day to explore Bangkok – the city of golden temples.
The first destination is the Grand Palace. This huge architecture complex is over 2 sq. kilometers, including 3 main sites: Royal Palace, Royal Office and pagodas (Wat) built in 1770s. Nowadays, the Grand Palace is no longer home of Thailand Royal, most of national significant events takes place there. Wat Phra Kaew is the most out-standing architecture in complex, built in 1785 when King Rama I moved the capital to Bangkok. The pagoda is famous not only for its beauty of unique Thailand Buddhism architecture but also for the sacred jade Buddha statue.
Nearby Grand Palace is Wat Pho - the oldest and biggest pagoda in Bangkok with more than 1000 Buddha statues and the huge one sit-back Buddha in gold. This pagoda is also famous for being a birthplace of traditional Thai massage, since there is a traditional medicine school established in 1982, educating the arts of Thai massage.
We will board on a boat to pay a visit along the Chao Phraya River, watching the life of local people close by. On route, we stop at Wat Arun, known as the most beautiful pagoda in Bangkok not only for its location on the Chao Phraya’s riverbank but also for the different architecture from other pagodas. The pagoda was decorated with glass pieces and Chinese ceramic, in a complicated style.
After having lunch, we visit the last destination of the day: Wat Traimit. This pagoda is famous for its unique and historic beauty, and also for the huge golden Buddha statue. Thai people believe that the statue represents for prosperity and purity, as well as strength and power.
Return to the hotel and you are free to explore Bangkok by night.

Day 2: Bangkok city tour (B)

Day 3:Bangkok– Hua Hin (B)

Travel to the southwest of Bangkok and on the way we stop to observe the local Mahachai market , one of the biggest fish market in Thailand before getting to Hua Hin.
And we continue to pay a visit to Meaklong Railway Market - a local market has grown up along the rail tracks. When a train pulls in or out of the station, the sellers quickly clear their stalls, and set them up again when the train has passed.
Arrive in Hua Hin for your overnight. Overnight in Hua Hin

Day 3:Bangkok– Hua Hin (B)

Day 4: Hua Hin – Chumphon (B)

Today we drive through stunning countryside and hills to reach Pala-u Waterfalls. With the beautiful forest of Kaeng Krachan National Park, Pa-La-U waterfall is one of Thailand's most beautiful natural wonders, and also one of Hua Hin's biggest attractions. Go through the rainforest to the waterfall, you will have free time there, play in the clear water or take beautiful photos.
We then continue to Hua Hin Vineyard and heading to Chumphon. Upon arrive wandering around the area and have your own free time. Overnight in Chumphon

Day 4: Hua Hin – Chumphon (B)

Day 5:Chumphon - Ranong (B)

After breakfast we will depart for the border of Burma, Ranong. On the way we stop to visit the waterfalls at Punyaban accessible after crossing a thick jungle. At the bottom of this impressive waterfall, enjoy the gorgeous views and a perfect pool for bathing. Continue to your hotel in the heart of Ranong. Enjoy the lunch by your own account, drill in one of the secrets of Thai cuisine in a farmhouse "Pou Nim". Then explore the hot springs Raskwarin in a beautiful enviroment for a swim. Before reaching the hot springs, you can climb on top of the temple overlooking the falls and admire the region neighbouring Burma.

Overnight in Ranong 

Day 5:Chumphon - Ranong (B)

Day 6: Ranong – Khao Sok National park (B) - Join Tour

Departure for Khao Sok, is well known for its dense vegetation and limestone hills, which make it impressive. You will be seduced by its thriving jungle , its lake and its animal species.

In the early afternoon, rafting trip over the river in a beautiful rainforest environment covered with thick jungle hills bordering the river. During the trip, spot many wild animals such as monkeys birds, snakes and other reptiles. Afterwards, return to the lodge and enjoy the site during your free time, before dinner at the lodge restaurant.

Overnight in Khao Sok 

 

Day 6: Ranong – Khao Sok National park (B) - Join Tour

Day 7: Khao Sok National Park – Khao Lak (B) - Join Tour

Start our amazing day today with talking an elephant riding through the jungle to access a hidden waterfall for a swim, then head back home. Then enjoy the specialties as lunch in a restaurant, you can also see the tree houses around this place., Then we will go to a pier for canoeing trip on the Sok River for about an hour and half. At the riverside, you will have a magnificent view of the breathtaking scenery of Khao Sok, views often hidden by the density of the forest. Tree roots cling willing to share his knowledge of the fauna and the ecosystem of Khao Sok National Park 

Finally transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle from Khao Sok to Khao Lak without guide. Overnight in Khao Lak 

Day 7: Khao Sok National Park – Khao Lak (B) - Join Tour

Day 8: Khao Lak-Krabi (B) no guide

Breakfast at the hotel, then transfer by air-conditioned private vehicle from Khao Lak to Krabi. Free on the beach of Krabi.

Day 8: Khao Lak-Krabi (B) no guide

Day 9: Krabi free time (B) no guide nor drive

Today, you are free to explore exotic paradise of Krabi with over 150 islands off its 150km-long coast line (many of them featuring fantastic white-sand beaches and turquoise waters), a jungle-covered interior, towering limestone cliffs, caves, waterfalls and exotic wildlife. You might go swimming, diving, snorkeling, enjoy seafood or just relax on the beach

Day 9: Krabi free time (B) no guide nor drive

Day 10: Krabi – Phuket (B) no guide

After enjoying breakfast, you are free until transfering to Phuket. Upon arrival there, time will be on your own. Glorious long salty days, balmy nights and endless ocean explorations are calling.

Overnight in Phuket 

 

Day 10: Krabi –  Phuket (B) no guide

Day 11: Phuket Free time (B) no guide nor drive

Breakfast at the hotel. Your time of today will be on your own or you might want to practice swimming, diving; enjoy the seafood or have fun in the bars.

Day 11: Phuket Free time (B) no guide nor drive

Day 12: Phuket Free time- Flight to Bangkok departure (B) no guide

You have free time until we pick up and transfer you to Phuket airport for your flight to Bangkok to connect with your international flight.

Day 12: Phuket Free time- Flight to Bangkok departure (B) no guide

Acommodation

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Price

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Trip notes

Included:

Trip inclusion 

  • Accommodations based on twin/Double Room
  • Private Transfer as private air-con vehicle
  • Private Tour as mention as above itinerary
  • Meals as mentioned (B=breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner) 
  • English  speaking Guide
  • Service charge & Government tax
  • Entrance fee

Excluded:

Trip exclusion:

  • Other meals, drinks,
  • Airport tax, internal & international flight, visa
  • Single room supplement
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Any optional additional tours or activities during free time
  • Tips

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