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Explore Old Phuket Town and Island Traditions

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Overview

Available languages

English

8 hours

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Embark on an authentic full-day cultural journey discovering the "Pearl of the Andaman" beyond its famous beaches. This exclusive private tour reveals Phuket's hidden eastern coastline and magnificent historical heritage, showcasing traditional Thai life and colonial architecture.

Your exploration begins with scenic drive along Phuket's stunning west coast beaches, passing Patong, Karon, Kata, and Rawai while learning about geographical diversity. Venture to lesser-known eastern coastline where authentic island life continues unchanged, visiting traditional fishing villages, local markets, and cultural sites.

Enjoy authentic Thai lunch at traditional restaurant, sampling regional specialties while your guide shares fascinating stories of Phuket's trading history. The highlight continues in historic Phuket Old Town, a UNESCO-recognized treasure brimming with magnificent Sino-Portuguese architecture and colonial mansions from tin mining boom era.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

This tour is operated on full private basis with English-speaking guide. Other languages are on request / subject to availability and supplementary charges may apply.

A minimum of 2 people per booking is required

Return transfers for this excursion apply only / are inclusive for customers staying along Phuket’s main beaches. Transfers outside these areas such as Mai Khao, Nai Yang, Laguna Phuket, Nai Thon, Nai Harn, Rawai, Chalong, Phuket Town and beaches along the east coast including any harbour and Phuket’s International Airport are excluded. Supplements apply for customers who want to join this excursion outside one of these regions.

We will do all possible to comply with any dietary requirements during this excursion; it may not always be possible to confirm your wishes in advance based on the choice of local restaurant.

Guests are advised that some walking is required during this excursion; we always ensure that we take the most comfortable ways from the entrance of the sight to the sight itself.

We always will make efforts to confirm the exact pick-up time upon reservation. For any operational issues in which are not able to confirm the exact pick-up time in advance, we reserve the right to inform you the day before the departure of the tour.

Please note pickup and drop-off services may not be confirmed for customers staying at private residences, apartment complexes, or other non-registered tourism accommodations. Customers may be asked to meet at a nearby hotel for pick-up and drop off.

Natural elements of any kind have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It is the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held responsible in any way for negligence and/or not following suggestions for any damage related to this.

Please ensure that you bring sunglasses, a hat /cap and sunblock with a high SPF factor when traveling with us on this tour – even when it is cloudy, the sunrays still have an immense power.

It is the responsibility of the customer to provide us with the correct hotel information, should pick-up and drop-off services be included in the package. Any changes in accommodation outside 24 hours will be handled accordingly: changes within 24 hours may be on request.

In the event of no-show or change of accommodation without prior consent and confirmation from us within 24 hours may result in the applicable cancellation charges as outlined in the terms and conditions.

Due to the nature of this tour, a maximum of 12 guests per tour is set.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

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Old Phuket Town

Discover the many faces of Phuket on this guided full-day adventure. After a convenient hotel pick-up, enjoy a scenic drive along the island’s picturesque west coast, passing through Patong, Kata, Karon, and Rawai. Venture off the beaten path to explore the quieter, more authentic east coast, where your guide shares cultural insights and hidden stories. Stop for a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before heading to Phuket Old Town. Here, stroll past elegant colonial mansions and admire the vibrant Sino-Portuguese architecture that tells the story of the island’s multicultural heritage. The tour ends with a comfortable drop-off at your hotel.

5 hours • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

A full day tour with a professional English-speaking guide.

All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.

Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver.

Lunch at a local restaurant (food only)

All applicable taxes and service charges

Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees

Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement.

Compulsory Christmas, country-specific festival and/or New Year dinner at included hotels

Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point

Transfers from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations

Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

Pickup points

ibis Phuket Patong

10 Chalermphrakiat Road Patong Thailand

Movenpick Myth Hotel Patong Phuket

27/9 Rat U Thit 200 Pee Road Patong Thailand

Diamond Cliff Resort And Spa

284 Prabaramee Road, Patong Beach Patong Thailand

Grand Mercure Phuket Patong

1 Soi Rat U Thit 200 Pi 2, Patong Patong Thailand

Beyond Patong

8 Sawatdirak Road Patong Thailand

Options

Private full day (25-26)

Pickup included

From US$122.19

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