An option for 15 days deeply revealing the center region and islands in the Gulf of Thailand! You will pass by Bangkok’s capital to back to the center region on the Death Railway and exotic floating markets. Then, you will start your beach vacation from Hua Hin, through dense forests, a fishing port, and crystal clear islands of Bang Saphan, Koh Samui, and its brothers. You will also experience off-the-beaten-track as Khao Sok, Khao Lak, and Krabi to colorful, more vibrant Phuket at the end of the excursion. That’s an ideal way to relax and refresh your body and mind.
Central & South Thailand Beach Holiday 15 days
Overview
Highlights
- Take the train on Death Railway and capture the inspiring scenes along the Kwai River
- Bike along the unique floating markets and sample the dishes cooked by sellers on the boat, and visit the temple chapel
- Relax on almost fascinating islands in the Gulf of Thailand: Hua Hin, Koh Tao, Koh Pha Ngan, Koh Samui, Krabi and Phuket
What’s Included
14 Breakfasts
Car, Train, Cruise, Bicycle
Hotel (14 nights)
The English-speaking guide
Accommodation based on double/twin sharing with daily breakfast
Private long tail boat cruise on Chao Praya river
Meals as indicated (B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner)
Ferry : Chumporn – Koh Tao ; Koh Tao – Koh Pha Ngan ; Koh Phangan – Koh Samui ; Koh Samui – Surat Thani
All transfers with the air-conditioned private car
All entrance fees
Mineral water
Government taxes & service charges
Policy
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
Notes:
- *All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
- Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request
Itinerary
An option for 15 days deeply revealing the center region and islands in the Gulf of Thailand! You will pass by Bangkok's capital to back to the center region on the Death Railway and exotic floating markets. Then, you will start your beach vacation from Hua Hin, through dense forests, a fishing port, and crystal clear islands of Bang Saphan, Koh Samui, and its brothers. You will also experience off-the-beaten-track as Khao Sok, Khao Lak, and Krabi to colorful, more vibrant Phuket at the end of the excursion. That's an ideal way to relax and refresh your body and mind.
Tour Plan
Say hello to Bangkok Airport, Thailand! Our guide and driver will meet you at Gate No.4 and transfer you to the hotel for check-in. The time for check-in is 14:00, and if you require early check-in, please contact your travel consultant.
After that, you can freely recharge after a long flight or explore the thriving nightlife in Bangkok. If you need some ideas, here are noteworthy options that bring a unique experience to you
- Bangkok Street Food Tour By Tuk Tuk FROM US $62 /pax
- Bangkok River Dinner Cruise FROM US $118 /pax
Morning
Please have a full breakfast and prepare for a long drive, taking around 2 hours to Kanchanaburi. Arrive at Wang Pho railway station to take 30 minutes train on one of Southeast Asia's historic railways, the remaining part of the "Death Railway," departing from the provincial capital to the Railway Station from Namtok to capture all scenery along the river in your eyes.
Disembark the train, and we set on another journey on a long-tailed boat ride on the River Kwai to get to the Kwai River bridge, which is known in several films and books. We will stop for a few minutes to overview scenery dotted with restaurants, souvenir shops, and jewelry stores and a steam locomotive from the era of the Second World War and an astonishing hybrid car/wagon vehicle from the same period are part of a small Railway Museum on the edge of the bridge.
Afternoon
Then, we move to the World War II memorial, including the Jeath War Museum and Cemetery, for the day's last spot. Check-in at the hotel in Kanchanaburi and have dinner on your own.
Morning
Enjoy breakfast and check out early, then meet our driver and guide on a minivan to Ratchaburi. Hop on a long-tail boat to the Damnoen Saduak floating market, then watch the rainbow scene of bustling trade activities of small merchants displaying goods on board. On the canoe, you come to Ton Kem, the largest floating market, to sample tasty fresh products, and you can even see women cooking food under your eyes.
Afternoon
Biking ride to the floating market Amphawa, which is different from others thanks to its canoes moored to the canal's banks. Let's go on a canoe to visit the temple chapel. Ashore and continue to bike toward where we stay at Samut Songkram for check-in and relaxation.
Optional: Take an evening boat ride on the Maeklong River to admire thousands of fireflies that populate and illuminate trees as Christmas tree
Morning
Our guide and driver will gather with you again after breakfast to transfer to Hua Hin, one of the best places for a beach holiday because of its traditional fishing port, seafood restaurants, and white sandy beach. You will first drop in Klai Kangwon Palace, built in 1926 by King Rama VI, with three Spanish-style villas facing the sea.
Afternoon
Check-in your stay, and the rest of the time is yours.
Morning
Finish breakfast and depart for Prachuap Khiri Khan, a fishing port in the heart of an exceptional bay where you will hide the hustle and bustle of the city and live the rustic life of fishermen.
Go on to reach Khao Chong Krachok village (Mount of Mirror), which shows you the venerated monastery at the mountaintop, then go to Ao Manao (Bay of Lemon), submerge yourself in calm, swim in pure beach water, and find a cute monkey monument.
Afternoon
Transfer to Bang Saphan for check-in hotel considered a paradise for nature lovers and tranquility. Let’s lay on the sandy beach under the coconut palm and calm tropical wind.
Morning
After breakfast and finishing the check-out procedure, we drive (no guide) to Chumphon and take a boat to Koh Tao Island, or Turtle Island, a world-famous for those who are keen on scuba diving with clear water, verdant coral reefs, and many professional diving schools. Receive your room at Koh Tao and create the moments on this pristine island on your way.
Today, we move to another island in the Gulf of Thailand named Koh Pha Ngan on a boat. Check-in at the hotel, and the rest is your free time.
Breakfast is served at the hotel. Let’s spend this leisure day making an adventurous plan or wellness on this island.
You can try scuba diving or snorkeling, canoeing, take boat trips to Ang Thong National Marine Park, watch Thai boxing matches, go fishing, do yoga and archery, guided tour elephant rides, and enjoy the beauty of the landscapes.
The beach journey does not end, and we continue “jump” to Koh Samui by boat, the third largest island in Thailand, after breakfast and check out.
Upon arrival and process check-in, here are some highly recommended ideas that may suit your mind
- Koh Samui Street Food Tour FROM US $89 /pax
- Samui Highlights & Spa Package FROM US $139 /pax
Morning
Our driver pick you up after breakfast and move to the piet to take the ferry to Don Sak. Upon arrival, we drive to the impressive Khao Sok National Park, covered by dense vegetation and limestone hills. On the trekking jungle route, you will luckily watch diverse animal species such as tigers, leopards, elephants, or small Malay bears.
Afternoon
Join a boat trip on Chiew Lam Lake and admire a fantastic lacustrine landscape with limestone rocks and ghostly tree tops engulfed by water.
Stay overnight at a hotel in Khao Sok National Park, and you may welcome the shadows of limestone pinnacles in dusk.
Morning
You will start this fantastic day with an elephant riding after breakfast through the jungle toward a hidden waterfall for swimming.
Back to your stay for specialties lunch at the restaurant
Afternoon
Go to the pier for a canoeing trip on the Sok River for about 1.5 hours, where you can take photos of Khao Sok's breathtaking scenery and the secluded forest along the riverside. Also, you listen to an English-speaking guide share his knowledge about the fauna and flora of Khao Sok National Park.
Say goodbye to the friendly guide, and we reach Khao Lak on transfer and overnight there.
Taste breakfast, then get a transfer from Khao Lak to Krabi and stay overnight at Ao Nang.
This is a leisure day you can stroll around this untouched island on your way. Surrounded by green mountains and a charming long white sandy beach, you can lazily lounge on the coast or ride around on a scooter.
Morning
Get transferred to the last beach on our excursion, Phuket, from Ao Nang. Once arrive and check in your accommodation, you can refresh or check out some recommendations below to not miss out on the excitement on this island.
- Phuket Island Half-Day Tour FROM US $65 /pax
- Phuket Street Food Tour FROM US $82 /pax
Freely bask the last time on Phuket island and check out until our driver picks you up and takes you to the airport for the Bangkok flight. Thank you for choosing Sunshine Travel for the previous days. We hope you are satisfied with the natural scenery in the center of Thailand and the beach collection on our route. Hope you have a safe flight, and see you on the next expedition!