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Thailand offers an unbeatable combination of Eastern exoticism and Western modernism that brings ten million people a year to the country's gorgeous beaches and magical countryside.
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Backpack and Travel Thailand
The Andaman Sea
Phuket/Khao Lak/Ko Phi Phi
Phuket
Phuket's appeal lies in the beauty of the island, and the variety of relatively inexpensive activities on offer. Thailand's largest island has wonderful food, vibrant nightlife, an excellent range of accommodation and great beaches, but there's a lot more to do besides sunbathe!
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What to Do
Diving, fishing, eco-adventure tours in the forests, touring the amazing area around PhangNgaBay, trips to the outlying islands and elephant trekking are just a few.
Beaches, islands, jungle, great natural scenery. Take a day off the beach and go sightseeing. Hire a car, or better still, take a tour and have everything done for you. Tours and cruises leave regularly to Phang Nga, Khaolak, Phi Phi and the outlying islands and normally include lunch, transfers and park entrance fees. Why not take a tour which includes an activity like sea canoeing, or snorkelling? Or try something different like a Safari per elefant around Phuket , Phuket Introduction City Tour.
At night, choose from hundreds of restaurants, take in the Patong scene, check out the amazing Phuket Fantasea show......dancing, music bars, Thai boxing.....
Beaches
Phuket's west coast contains miles of white sandy beaches - which is where most of the resort development and hotels are located.
Where to Stay
Looking for action or somewhere off the beaten track? Would you prefer an international hotel, or a small unpretentious Guesthouse or Hostel? Can't decide where to stay? Check our hotels offers in the box or click the hotel buttons for more information.
Where to Go
Around PhuketIsland
Most sightseeing tours will take you to the well known beauty spots and viewpoints around Phuket. Laem Promthep in the southern tip of the island (super sunsets) Karon viewpoint (vista over the Andaman sea) and the KhaoPhraThaewNational Park. (See tours).
The provincial town, also called Phuket, has grown rapidly over the last few years, incorporating new hypermarkets and leisure facilities such as bowling alleys and a new cinema complex. The town has some notable Sino-Portuguese buildings; a legacy from the Phuket's days as a major tin mining centre, plus some good local restaurants as well as the ubiquitous Macdonalds and the usual fast food outlets.
Phang Nga Bay
Spectacular limestone scenery rising from the sea, mangroves, sea caves with crystalline interiors and hundreds of tiny islands make up PhangNgaBay, one of southern Thailand's most fascinating areas. Located north of PhuketIsland tours operate daily, some combining a road/boat trip while others cruise up for the day. Prices vary with the mode of transport, the lunch and schedule. All tours visit Ko Ping Gan or "JamesBondIsland" where Bond was served a bottle of Dom Perignon in "The Man With The Golden Gun," and Koh Pannyi, an unusual Sea gypsy village perched on stilts above the water against a backdrop of towering limestone cliffs.
Khao Lak
Located in the mainland province of Phang Nga just north of PhuketIsland, Khao Lak has only recently been "discovered." The area, visited by only a few tourists, stretches across three national parks and offers nature lovers an unspoilt landscape of beaches, hills, mountains, forested valleys, mangroves and estuaries. Eco-tours operate daily and include elephant trekking and in season, kayaking along the river. This area probably deserves more time and accommodation is available. An overnight stay is recommended.
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Phi Phi Islands
A trip to the PhiPhiIslands is an unforgettable experience. The beauty of the area with sheer cliffs soaring from calm, clear seas is stunning. Phi Phi Don, the larger island, has idyllic tropical beaches lining its southern and eastern shores. Phi Phi Ley, to the south, was made famous as a location for the Hollywood film "The Beach" and has shallow coral gardens, teeming with fish - perfect for diving and snorkelling. Take a day trip or stay overnight.
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Check out a selection of the best tours in Thailand. Click the links for more information about the Tour.
River Kwai with Elephant Safari Rafting
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This fullday tour includes visit of Saiyok Elephant Camp (near Wang Po) to see elephant show, followed by a 30 minutes of elephant riding and 40 minutes on bamboo rafting along the Kwai Noi River. After lunch at a local restaurant in Wang Po, take a short ride on the original Death Railways passing over a very long wooden viaduct among sheer cliffs. Short stops at the River Kwai Bridge and War Cemetery before travelling back to Bangkok.
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4 D 3 N " New Heart of Siam Package & Trek
Day 01
Arrival Chiang Mai, transfer to Chiang Mai Internation Youth Hostel or similar hostel.
Evening Welcome to Chiang Mai with Khan Tok Dinner & Show. (D)
Day 02
After Breakfast, departure from the hostel by 4WD pick up truck, drive 30 mins up to the North of Chiang Mai, stop & rest at the local market around 30 mins. Then drive to the way to Pai about 1.30 hrs. We will have lunch at Shan hill tribes village. After lunch we drive to the walking point to start our trek, we walk around 30 mins. visit Mhong or Meo hill tribes village, after 1.30 hrs walk pass through to the jungle and pass the rice field, overnight with Karen hill tribes family ( Home Stay)
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Day 03
After Breakfast, we departure for the Karen village, we walk around 1 hrs. to the elephant camp. We will riding on elephant around 1.30 hrs.see a nice beautiful nature and we start to walk again 1.30 hrs. to visit waterfall, you will have a nice time swimming & rest, lunch at the waterfall. Walk down to the hill follow the stream for 1.30 hrs. Our 4 WD truck with pick us up to the rafting camp. Then will will take 1 hrs. by bamboo rafting along a beautiful river. Have a nice trip back home at 18.00 overnight at Chiang Mai International Youth Hostel or similar hostel (B/L)
Day 04
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Koh Samui - Around Island Tour
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To get the feel of Koh Samui this tour is a must! As the name suggests we will go around the island and we will see a number of the highlights and attractions Koh Samui offers as well as the many beaches which can be seen.
The 'Big Buddha', Grandma and Grandpa Rocks, Namuang waterfall and Nathon town are just a sample of the places we will visit.
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Ayuthaya Full Day Tour
Among the must seeĦ attractions in Thailand is a visit to Ayuthaya, the former capital of Thailand situated 90 kms north of Bangkok. The principal sights are the gigantic bronze statues of Wat Mongkol Borpith, Wat Phra Srisanpetch and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol. This tour also includes a boat trip to Bang-Pa-In, the former Royal Summer Residence, which represents a fine example of Thai architecture. Lunch will also be served during this tour.
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