Bangkok & Khao Lak Beach Break (5 Star)
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Soak up the best of Thailand on this 7-day trip from buzzing Bangkok to the beaches of Khao Lak, ending in Phuket and staying in 5-star hotels. Spend time exploring the capital at your own pace, with the option to dive into its vibrant street food scene on a tuk-tuk tour by night. Then fly south to Khao Lak, where peaceful shores, lush national parks and day trips to the Similan Islands await. Whether you’re after snorkelling, jungle canoeing or simply a quiet spot to unwind, this coastal escape offers the perfect mix of culture, nature and relaxation.
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Holiday Overview
Duration
7 daysHotel Rating
5-star hotelsStarts
BangkokEnds
PhuketMinimum age
No minimum ageMaximum age
No max ageArrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
YesCountry
ThailandMeals included
Breakfast: 6Passengers
$1,125.00
$296.00
Holiday Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Bangkok
Welcome to Bangkok! On arrival at the airport, you will be collected and transferred to the hotel. Check-in is from 15:00. You are free to head out and explore or relax in the hotel for the rest of the day.
Day 2 - Bangkok at Leisure
Enjoy a full day to explore the Thai capital at your own pace.
In the evening, you can join an optional "Bangkok by Night" tuk-tuk tour (not available on Mondays), which lasts from 18:00 - 21:00.
Discover Bangkok’s vibrant nightlife on this evening tour, combining street food, iconic sights and rooftop views. After pick up from your hotel, proceed to Chinatown. As night falls, Yaowarat Road lights up, with the ceremonial Chinese gate marking the entrance. Explore nearby alleys where the local Chinese community has maintained its traditions for over 200 years. Once infamous for vice, the area is now known for its fabric, gold and superb street food – which you'll sample from a selection of vendors. Next, travel through Rattanakosin, Bangkok’s historic core, passing (but not entering) major landmarks such as the Grand Palace, Wat Pho and the Democracy Monument, all illuminated at night. The evening ends at the rooftop bar of Sala Rattanakosin, where you can enjoy a locally crafted beer or cocktail with views of Wat Arun and Wat Pho, before being returned to your hotel.
Day 3 - Fly Bangkok to Phuket & Khao Lak
Bangkok - Phuket - Khao Lak. After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your included flight to Phuket. On arrival, you will be collected at the airport and transferred to the hotel in Khao Lak. This is a laid-back coastal region in southern Thailand, known for its long, quiet beaches, lush national parks, and easy access to world-class diving around the Similan Islands. It offers a more peaceful alternative to Thailand’s busier resort areas, ideal for relaxation and nature-based activities.
Day 4 - Khao Lak at leisure or Optional Little Amazon & Takuapa
Today you have a full free day to start exploring Khao Lak.
Alternatively, join an optional half-day tour of the Takuapa District. Starting with hotel pick-up in Khao Lak at 09:00, travel to Baan Nam Khem to visit the Tsunami Museum (closed Mondays and Tuesdays – alternative stop at the Tsunami Memorial). Next, enjoy a one-hour canoe ride through the ‘Little Amazon’ – a mangrove-lined canal rich in wildlife, where snakes and birds can often be seen in their natural habitat.
You then explore Takuapa Old Town, known for its Sino-Portuguese architecture and religious diversity. You'll visit both Buddhist and Chinese temples and learn how these cultural influences have shaped the area. The tour ends with a return transfer to your hotel between 12:00 and 12:30.
Days 5-6 - Khao Lak at Leisure
Enjoy two full days at your leisure in Khao Lak. You might choose to unwind on the beach, explore local markets and cafés, or treat yourself to a traditional Thai massage. For those keen to explore further, optional activities are available locally - including snorkelling trips to the Similan or Surin Islands, Thai cooking classes, ethical elephant encounters, and visits to nearby waterfalls or temples. Alternatively, take time to discover the trails and sea views of Khao Lak-Lam Ru National Park at your own pace.
Day 7 - Phuket
Khao Lak - Phuket. Your tour comes to an end today. After breakfast and hotel checkout (by 12:00), you will be transferred to the airport in Phuket for your onward flight.
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Extras and add-ons
If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.
Additional Extras
Enhance your tour with these optional extras, helping you to get the most from your adventure.
Single room supplement
If you have an odd number of people in your booking party, or you are wanting the privacy of your own room on tour, then this add-on guarantees you a single occupancy room to yourself. Please note that triple rooms are not available on this tour so you must pay the single supplement at least once if you have an odd number of travellers in your booking party.
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Bangkok at Night by Tuk Tuk
Experience Bangkok after dark on a lively evening tuk tuk tour that combines street food, culture and stunning city views. Starting with hotel pick-up, we head to Chinatown just as the neon lights of Yaowarat Road come alive. Once notorious for opium dens and gambling houses, this bustling district is now renowned for its food, gold shops and vibrant markets. You will sample a variety of local street dishes before continuing through Rattanakosin, the historic heart of the capital, where grand landmarks such as the Grand Palace, Wat Pho and the Democracy Monument are beautifully illuminated at night. The evening concludes with a rooftop drink at Sala Rattanakosin, where views across the river to Wat Arun provide a memorable finale, before returning to your hotel. This tour operates Tuesday to Sunday from 1 November to 31 October and requires a minimum of two participants.
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Half day Little Amazon & Takuapa Old Town
At 09:00 you will be collected from your hotel in Khao Lak and transferred to Takuapa District. The first stop is the Tsunami Museum at Baan Nam Khem, which provides powerful insight into the 2004 disaster. On Mondays and Tuesdays, when the museum is closed, you will instead visit the Tsunami Memorial. From here, enjoy a one-hour canoe ride through the “Little Amazon,” a biodiverse mangrove canal where snakes and birdlife can often be observed in their natural habitat. The journey continues with a visit to Takuapa Old Town, where historic buildings reflect the town’s trading past. You will also explore both Buddhist and Chinese temples, highlighting the cultural diversity of the region. The tour concludes with a transfer back to your hotel, arriving between 12:00 and 12:30. This excursion operates daily from 1 November to 31 October and requires a minimum of four participants.
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Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this holiday. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Prices & Dates
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