Highlights
- Enjoy a private Phuket tour
- Visit the Big Buddha and Wat Chalong, Phuket’s key landmarks
- Walk through Phuket Old Town and see Sino-Portuguese architecture
- Discover Baba-Peranakan culture and Phuket’s historical stories
- Enjoy a local Phuket lunch and see the Vishnu statue at Thalang National Museum
Description
See a different side of Phuket on a private day tour from Khao Lak that goes beyond the island’s beaches. Visit some of Phuket’s best-known landmarks while learning about its history, cultural heritage, and long-standing trading connections. With private transport, a carefully planned route, and a flexible pace, this tour is designed to help you experience more of the island with less time spent in traffic.
After pickup from your hotel in Khao Lak, begin your journey to Phuket with a visit to the Big Buddha, one of the island’s most recognizable landmarks. Take in the peaceful atmosphere and broad views over the surrounding area. Continue to Wat Chalong, Phuket’s most important Buddhist temple, where you can discover the traditions and local stories connected to this spiritual site.
Next, head into historic Phuket Old Town for a walk among colorful streets, old shop houses, and distinctive Sino-Portuguese architecture. As you explore, learn about Baba-Peranakan culture, shaped through generations of exchange between Chinese traders and local communities. Stop for an authentic local Thai lunch and experience another side of Phuket through its flavours.
In the afternoon, enjoy time at Central Phuket Festival for shopping, browsing, or a short coffee break. Then continue to Thalang National Museum, where you can see the Vishnu statue from Takua Pa, a more than 1,000-year-old artifact reflecting the ancient trade links of the Andaman coast. At the end of the day, relax on the return journey with drop-off at your hotel in Khao Lak, or another location within Khao Lak.
Includes
Private tour
Hotel pickup in Khao Lak
Drop-off within Khao Lak
Premium air-conditioned SUV
Entry fees
Thai lunch
Drinking water
Soft drinks
Seasonal fruit
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
