Explore Thailand’s cultural character, dynamic culinary scene, and captivating history during this handcrafted 14-day tour across the Andaman Sea. Travel to the velvety shores of fabled locations to absorb the diverse aspects of local life and to wallow in the majesty of premier palm tree-lined beaches. Encounter the delectable cuisine, beloved museums, and humble villages.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1 - 2
Phuket – Appreciate the Seascape
To begin your trip, you will land in Phuket, and a private driver will greet and transfer you to your accommodation. Your accommodation will provide you with world-class amenities for moments of leisurely retreat between day trips. You may spend your first evening unwinding from your long journey in glamorous style by sipping on tasteful cocktails and delving into Thai cuisine. The following day will allow you to snorkel over the luminescent coral reefs or to relax on hammocks under the shade of palm trees.
What's Included:
Day 3
Phuket – The Island Culture
Day 4
Koh Yao Yai – World-Class Thai Massage
Day 5
Koh Yao Yai – Thailand’s Fishing Culture
Day 6
Koh Yao Yai – James Bond Island
Day 7
Koh Phi Phi – Phi Phi’s Staggering Hilltop
Day 8
Koh Phi Phi – Scuba Dive to Surreal Sites
Day 9
Railay – The Archaic Caves of Krabi
Day 10
Railay – Traditional Thai Cuisine
Day 11 - 12
Koh Lanta – Beaches and Markets
Day 13
Koh Lanta – Explore the Old Town
Day 14
Krabi – Departure
Trip Highlights
- Tour to Phuket’s secret beaches for unrivaled views of the luminescent coral reefs and white-sand beaches
- Venture across Phuket to hallowed heritage highlights and witness the decades-old architecture of Thalang Road
- Enjoy a revitalizing spa therapy paired with illustrious seaside spectacles at a premier wellness center
- Escape the busy beachfront to discover the simplicity of the Koh Yao Yai’s local lifestyle at humble fishing villages and rubber plantations
- Cruise across the Andaman Sea on a luxury yacht bound for the mountainous scenes of the fabled Phang Nga Bay
- Embrace the dazzling energy that emanates from Koh Phi Phi and encounter the island’s marine life on a scuba diving expedition
- Catch an unobstructed glimpse of Railay’s prehistoric rock formations within the immense Diamond Cave
- Prepare your very own renditions of timeless Thai recipes with the help of an esteemed chef at an award-winning culinary school
- Luxuriate in the sun-washed shores of Koh Lanta and partake in local cultural traditions
Detailed Description
From dreamy seascapes to an enriching culture, Thailand is a tropical slice of paradise with an enthralling heritage to uncover. Your cultural immersion in Phuket will begin with a taste of the local flavor. You will settle in and transfer to an extravagant restaurant for a fresh seafood dinner paired with a spectacular sunset. Your introduction to the dynamic islands will continue the following day by allowing you to relax on Phuket’s coveted beaches. You can bask in the sun before paddling over the vivid coral reefs to discover what lies beyond the surface of the water.
The next day, you will venture to the cultural landmarks and prominent heritage sites across the island. Your tour will then continue to Koh Yao Yai, which is an island just south of the famous Phang Nga Bay. Your stay will not be short of regal because you will experience a world-class Thai massage at your resort’s wellness center. Koh Yao Yai’s modest culture is ever-present in the fishing villages and rice plantations, and you will discover these charming highlights during your time on the island.
Your final day in Koh Yao Yai will have you gliding across the Andaman Sea on a private speedboat to witness the beautiful garden of Phang Nga Bay’s islands. The celebrated James Bond island will serve as the highlight of this expedition. You will then transfer to Koh Phi Phi and treat yourself to some incredible diving experiences. The final leg of your vacation will begin on the sands of Railay.
Although not an island itself, Koh Phi Phi features all of the island-style pleasures of tropical Thailand attractions. From archaic caves that offer a glimpse at the country’s prehistoric rock formations to bustling markets that share a slice of tradition, Railay will bring to light the culture and heritage of Thailand. You can enrich your journey with a trip to Koh Lanta to fully invest in the peaceful serenity that breathes from the island’s staggering shores. Your final few days in Koh Lanta will conclude with a cultural escape across the Andaman Sea.
Starting Price
$5,100 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.86 stars based on 744 reviews.
A huge shout-out to Zicasso's trip coordinator, who orchestrated this incredible trip for us. Each outing was better than the previous one; our guides were awesome, both fun and informative; the hotel selections were just what we wanted, intimate and special. And everything was scheduled like clockwork.
Despite epic rainfall (which led to flash flooding in areas of Chiang Rai and, in fact, prevented normal access to the Black House Museum), they carried on, delivering every bit of our planned itinerary on time and to a tee. This type A control freak (me) never felt the need to “manage” a thing, which speaks volumes about this tour operator's extraordinarily high level of organization, communication, and coordination.
Thank you to everyone involved. It was clearly a team effort. We are most grateful for the magical, once-in-a-lifetime experience you made possible for us.
Reviewed By Julia U.
Zicasso's travel company was amazing! I cannot say enough good words about this company and all the people we worked with!
We planned our honeymoon to Thailand with our travel specialist. He gave us a call shortly after we filled out the contact form. We talked about what we were hoping for on our vacation and what kinds of hotels we like to stay at, etc. Our specialist was very responsive over the whole planning process and would send us sample itineraries until my partner and I were completely happy with the whole trip. His suggestions were thorough and we didn't have to do any research on our own.
We did a trip around the whole country: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, a couple of national parks, and Koh Samui. We had mostly private tours and they were all fantastic! The drivers and tour guides were all friendly and knowledgeable.
Each night, our contact messaged us all the details we needed for the next day. It was super-helpful and allowed us to relax more knowing someone was there for us. We really enjoyed our experience and would be happy to work with this travel company again!
Reviewed By Jessica T.
Our trip was seamless from start to finish. We were thoroughly impressed by the expertise and attentiveness of our local guides—their knowledge, perfectly timed tours, and the thoughtfully planned itinerary by the Zicasso trip planner made for an exceptional experience.
Reviewed By Bernadette B.
Everything was very well arranged by Zicasso's travel specialists. It was a smooth and pleasant experience. The tour guides were always on time. Airport pick-ups and drop-offs were very helpful. The hotels where we stayed were amazing. It was a great experience!
Reviewed By Maitraye S.
We had a great trip to Thailand with our Zicasso trip planner. They set us up with a very helpful guide in Bangkok, who made it easy from the time we stepped off the plane, through all the temples, activities, night markets, tuk-tuks, and boats.
Our hotel in Bangkok was great, with nice views and a nice breakfast buffet. We took the free hotel ferry to the shopping mall and it was a lot of fun.
Our resort in Koh Samui was incredible. It had a great beach and pool. The elephant sanctuary and the cooking class were highlights. We would probably pass on Pig Island next time as it was very dirty and we saw pigs getting attacked.
Overall, we had a great time and the tour guide took care of us completely, from start to finish.
Reviewed By Miles K.
We had an amazing, nearly three-week trip throughout Southeast Asia. Zicasso's tour operators did an incredible job planning all of the details of the trip. In general, I am not easily impressed and I tend to be pretty upfront with my criticism. In this case, I was truly impressed. I really don't have any criticism about the whole experience.
This was a very complicated trip, with eight cities/locations and six internal flights. We had great communication in the months and weeks leading up to the trip. They were receptive to all of our requests and they gave very good advice when we had questions.
All of the guides were great. The hotels were amazing and all of the details of the activities, transfers, and internal flights were well thought out and well coordinated. I was so impressed by their attention to detail. They were also willing to be flexible and able to make changes, even during the trip. I was able to reach them throughout the trip by WhatsApp and they responded quickly every time. I would recommend them wholeheartedly.
Reviewed By Jeffrey W.
