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Discover the Pearl of the Andaman on a Half-Day tour of Phuket. Soak up the View from the View Big Buddha, admire Wat Chalong Temple, and explore the buzzing Phuket Town

Highlights

• Take in the natural beauty of the island as you drive along scenic beach roads
• Admire the aqua-blue sea meeting the lush green rainforest trees of Phuket
• Visit the Big Buddha, one of the most revered landmarks on the island
• Explore the statues and intricate mosaics which adorn the Big Buddha site
• Discover the incredible Sino-Portuguese colonial architecture of Phuket Old Town

Description

Discover the charm of Phuket on a half-day tour of the island. Soak up the view from the Big Buddha, admire Wat Chalong Temple, and explore the buzzing Phuket Town. After being picked up at your hotel, take in the natural beauty of the island as you drive along scenic beach roads. Stop at a famous viewpoint, taking in incredible panoramic vistas of Phuket's coastline. Admire the aqua-blue sea meeting the lush green rainforest trees which make Phuket a tropical paradise. A highlight of your half-day tour is a visit to the Big Buddha, one of the most revered landmarks on the island. The huge image sits on top of the Nakkerd Hills between Chalong and Kata and, at 45 meters tall, it can be seen from as far away as Phuket Town and Karon Beach. The lofty site offers the best 360-degree views of the island, with sweeping vistas of Phuket Town, Kata, Karon, Chalong Bay, and more. Explore the statues and intricate mosaics which adorn the site, and keep an eye out for cheeky monkeys lurking in the trees. Next, visit Wat Chalong, Phuket’s largest temple where locals and tourists alike go to pay their respects to late, revered monks, including Luang Pho Cham and Luang Pho Chuang. Admire the beautiful artworks adorning the temple walls, and the peaceful grounds surrounding the site. Experience the beauty and tradition of a Buddhist monk blessing during your tour at Big Buddha or Wat Chalong. Your friendly guide will share how these blessings cleanse karma, create happiness, and breed good luck as you watch monks chant, sing, and pour water in celebration. After a quick stop at a cashew nut grove, soak up some of the local culture with a tour of Phuket Town. Enjoy a stop at a local food stall and enjoy some popular and delicious flavors of Phuket's locals. From here, continue walking into Phuket Old Town, discovering the incredible Sino-Portuguese colonial architecture, hip art galleries, and classic cafés and restaurants.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Live tour guide Visit to View Big Buddha Visit to Wat Chalong Phuket Town sightseeing Cashew nut Grove Visit

Important Information

• Wear comfortable shoes for walking. Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect from the sun. Stay hydrated; bring a bottle of water. Be respectful when visiting religious sites; dress modestly.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund