Phuket Big Buddha, or The Great Buddha of Phuket, is a seated Maravija Buddha statue in Phuket, Thailand. The official name is Phra Phutta Ming Mongkol Eknakiri, shortened to Ming Mongkol Buddha. Sitting atop Nakkerd Hill near Chalong.Lively Phuket Old Town is known for brightly painted, century-old Sino-Portuguese townhouses, with a well-preserved row along Soi Rommanee. Main street Thalang Road has stores selling artisanal ice cream and batik fabrics and a Sunday market for souvenirs and street food like fried banana. The Thai Hua Museum features exhibits on Chinese immigrant culture, and Jui Tui Shrine displays colorful statues of Chinese gods.The most recent building on the grounds of Wat Chalong is a 60 meters tall 'Chedi' sheltering a splinter of bone from Buddha. Walls and ceilings are decorated with beautiful painting illustrating the life of Buddha, as well as many donated golden statues. Wat Chalong Chedi is built on three floors so feel free to climb all the way to the top floor terrace to get a nice bird view on the entire temple grounds. Few more steps will lead you to a glass display where the fragment of bone can be contemplated.Enjoy the off-road adventure in this ATV ride made easy for all riding levels. Immerse yourself in beautiful and exclusive nature, feel the thrill of hte up and downhill slopes, and experience curves and humps of our well designed all terrain field, the wonderful experience will be unforgettable!.Picturesque cape & lookout point known for its stunning sea views, especially at sunset.Well-known destination for picturesque views of the ocean, beaches & lush island surroundings.
Thailand · Off-Roading (ATV)
Private Half-Day Phuket City Tour and ATV Adventure with Pickup
The journey
- 01 Private half-day tour combining Phuket sightseeing and ATV riding
- 02 Visit Wat Chalong and explore Phuket’s cultural landmarks
- 03 Discover the colorful Sino-Portuguese streets of Phuket Old Town
- 04 Enjoy panoramic island and sea views from scenic lookout points
- 05 30-minute ATV experience suitable for all riding levels
- 06 Hotel pickup and drop-off included from selected Phuket areas
Discover a different side of Phuket on this private half-day tour that combines cultural landmarks, scenic viewpoints, and an easy-to-enjoy ATV adventure. Visit some of the island’s best-known sights, including Wat Chalong and Phuket Old Town, while learning more about Phuket’s history, architecture, and local atmosphere.
Along the way, take in panoramic coastal views, explore the character of the old Sino-Portuguese quarter, and add a dose of excitement with a 30-minute ATV ride through natural terrain. With hotel pickup and drop-off included, this experience offers a convenient way to enjoy both sightseeing and off-road fun in one outing.
Lively Phuket Old Town is known for brightly painted, century-old Sino-Portuguese townhouses, with a well-preserved row along Soi Rommanee.
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What's Included
- Drinking water
- English-speaking tour guide
- Travel insurance
- Round trip transfer from Patong, Kata, Karon, Rawai, Nai Harn, Tri Trang, Kalim, Phuket Town
- 30 minutes ATV experience
What's Not Included
Extra Transfer Charge 100 Baht/Person : Nakalay, Kamala, Panwan
Know before you go
- PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not suitable for pets
- Not stroller accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Child ticket age between 4-11 years.
- On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund
- In any case, if your booking isn't matched with reality when you show upfront (such as child's age, child's height, the number of people and etc), you are responsible to pay the additional charge upfront for the tour.
- Please be aware that Big Buddha Phuket is temporarily closed. A substitute destination will be included in the itinerary.
- • For the mentioned service.
• Not transferable to any other service or person.
• Please arrive in the hotel lobby 15 minutes before the scheduled for departure. - • You can also get picked up from anywhere in Phuket.
• An extra charge will be applied for transfer in some Phuket areas. (To be advised)
• Round trip transfer from Patong, Kata, Karon, Rawai, Nai Harn, Tri Trang, Kalim, Phuket Town
• Extra Transfer Charge 100 Baht/Person : Nakalay, Kamala, Panwan
• Another area charge 1,600 Baht or more/ Private Van(Round Trip)
• Please plan to meet your tour guide at your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time
• If you arrive more than 10 minutes late or after we have moved from your hotel, you may be considered a no-shows
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Your 6 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Pa Tong..
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