12-Day Southern Thailand Islands and National Parks Tour with Nightlife

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Day 01

Arrival in Krabi and Transfer to Ao Nang

• Our tour starts in the town of Krabi. More specifically, from the airport, we are taken to the coastal village of Ao Nang.
• Along with serving as a good introduction to Southern Thailand, as well as offering some fun nightlife, Ao Nang acts as a base from which to explore the surrounding exotic islands.

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Day 02

Island Boat Excursion and Limestone Caves

• As an excursion, we explore the tropical surroundings by boat. Specifically, we visit Tub Island, Chicken Island, Poda Island, and Pranang Cave.
• This region of Thailand is famous for its limestone peaks, both on land and in the sea. The limestone hills contain many caves, most with stalactites and stalagmites. Lunch and snorkeling are included on today's tour.
• An alternative to doing a boat tour of the greater Ao Nang area is to make a day trip solely to a beach called Railay.
• There, you can go rock climbing. Ask us for details. Note that children under 5 years old are not allowed to go rock climbing.

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Day 03

Transfer to Koh Phi Phi and Private Long-Tail Boat Tour

• We relocate by boat from Ao Nang to Koh Phi Phi Island. There, we take a private long-tailed boat tour.
• Specifically, we explore Pileh Bay, Maya Bay, Loh Sama Bay, Monkey Beach, and Viking Cave.
• The area features beaches and clear water that have had their natural beauty protected by national park status.
• Tourism here exploded after the filming of the movie "The Beach." Today, the Phi Phi Islands are one of Thailand's most famous destinations.
• Snorkeling gear (mask and tube) is included on today's tour. In the evening, we enjoy the buzzing nightlife on this car-free island.

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Day 04

Phuket Sunset, Cooking Class, Dinner, and Bangla Road

• We relocate by boat from Koh Phi Phi Island to the resort town of Phuket. There, we check out the famous Patong Beach, then watch the sunset from Cape Phrom Thep, and then head to a Thai restaurant.
• At this restaurant, we are taught how traditional food is prepared, and we also have dinner.
• The combination of tasty cuisine, rich culture, and good company creates an unforgettable experience.
• The later evening is all about partying. Some of the most buzzing nightlife on Earth can be found in Phuket, specifically on Bangla Road.
• There, we are provided with a guided tour. Expect music, bars, clubs, promoters, dancers, food carts, and even massage chairs all packed into one long pedestrian street.

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Day 05

Phang Nga Bay and James Bond Island

• We make a day trip via an organized boat tour to Phang Nga Bay. Limestone cliffs with caves, collapsed cave systems, and archaeological sites are found in the bay.
• The most famous of the many islands is the so-called James Bond Island. It was featured in the movie "The Man with the Golden Gun."
• Lunch and canoeing through caves and lagoons are included on today's tour.

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Day 06

Khao Lak Stop and Similan Islands Excursion

• When relocating by land from Phuket town to Khao Sok National Park, we make a long stop in a coastal area called Khao Lak.
• It is from here that we make a day trip via an organized boat tour to the Similan Islands.
• This is a national park archipelago consisting of 11 islands. The archipelago is famous for its rock formations. Lunch and snorkeling are included on today's tour.
• Note that the Similan Islands boat tour operates only from November through April. Outside of this season, it is replaced with a tour of Phuket Island, specifically Phuket Viewpoint, a temple called Wat Chaithararam, and Phuket's Old Town.

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Day 07

Elephant Bathing and Sok River Canoe Safari

• As an excursion from Khao Sok National Park, we head to Phang Nga Elephant Park. There, we bathe an elephant in the river.
• We also go on a canoe safari along the Sok River, with majestic mountains surrounding us. Lunch is included on today's tour.

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Day 08

Cheow Lan Lake and Water Cave Exploration

• We make a day trip by land from Khao Sok National Park to Cheow Lan Lake (also known as Rajjaprabha Dam Reservoir).
• There, we are provided with a full-day tour. Cheow Lan is inhabited by a range of mammals such as tigers, elephants, tapirs, and many monkey species.
• It is also arguably Thailand's prettiest lake. Included on today's tour are lunch, a boat ride around the lake, and a visit to a water cave.

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Day 09

Transfer to Koh Samui and Island Landmarks

• Today we relocate from Khao Sok National Park, first by land and then by boat, to Koh Samui Island.
• There, we see the viewpoint in Lad Koh, Lamai Beach and its famous rocks, Wat Khunaram Temple, the Mummified Monk, the Secret Waterfall, and the Big Buddha.
• Nightlife-rich Koh Samui Island also serves as a base from which to make boat day trips.

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Day 10

Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park by Boat

• We make a day trip via an organized boat tour to Mu Ko Ang Thong National Park, which covers 42 islands.
• Most of the islands are close to each other, making a breathtaking panorama when sailing around the park.
• All the islands are of different sizes and shapes. Most of them are covered with tropical forests. Lunch, snorkeling, and kayaking inside caves are included on today's tour.

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Day 11

Ko Tao and Ko Nang Yuan Viewpoints and Snorkeling

• We make a day trip first to Ko Tao Island and then to Ko Nang Yuan Island.
• Popular on Ko Tao is hiking to the top of the mountain for a panoramic view, which is quite stunning.
• The highlight around Ko Nang Yuan Island is snorkeling. Snorkeling gear, the mountain hike, and lunch are included on today's tour.

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Day 12

Departure from Koh Samui or Transfer to Koh Phangan

• Transportation will be arranged for you to reach the airport on Koh Samui Island.
• Alternatively, we can take you to the pier so you can take the 30-minute boat ride to Koh Phangan Island.
• This island is best known for its monthly half-moon and full-moon parties.