Compare Thailand for families: Elephants & island escape by Audley Travel vs Thailand Islands Tour by Discovery Nomads
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| Duration | 13 days | 8 days |
| Price From | $ 3,294 | $ 1,751 |
| Price Per Day | $ 253 | $ 219 |
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| Trip Style | Private guided tour | Self-guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Premium |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | N/A |
Breakfasts in some hotels, 2 lunches. |
| Description |
Explore the bustling city of Bangkok. Spend time with elephants in Khao Sok. Canoe amongst stunning scenery. Spend a night in a unique floating tent. |
Go island-hopping in Thailand and experience some of the best snorkelling in the world. Discover Bangkok most beautiful temples and travel to Phuket and tropical islands of Koh Phi Phi and Koh Phangan, home of the legendary Full Moon Party, sail to the white sand beaches of Krabi, Koh Samui and Koh Tao. |
Day 1 : International outbound flight
Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Bangkok.
Day 2 : Bangkok
On arrival in Bangkok you will be met by your guide who will accompany you and your family on your private transfer to your hotel located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River.
Day 3 : Bangkok
Today you have a private guided tour of Bangkok visiting the capital's key attractions: the Grand Palace, Wat Po (home to the reclining Buddha) and Jim Thompson's house. You will get to experience Bangkok's different forms of public transport - the Skytrain which winds its way through the skyscrapers and shopping malls, the public taxi boat, a long-tail boat and of course the infamous Thai tuk tuk.This is a fun excursion that gives you a fantastic insight into the capital as well as the people that call Bangkok home.
Day 4 : Bangkok
Today is at leisure to explore the bustling city of Bangkok by yourselves. The Skytrain is a great way to get around the city for families, with an easy to follow route and comfortable seating. The Children's Discovery Museum has plenty of hands-on exhibits with a focus on science and natural history. If you are visiting on a weekend, you might like to visit the Chatuchak Weekend Market, full of brightly hued fabrics, handicrafts and souvenirs.
Day 5 : Khao Sok National Park
An early start today for your private transfer to the airport to catch your internal flight to Phuket, a journey of about one and a half hours. Upon arrival at Phuket airport you will be met by staff from Elephant Hills to take you and other guests to the Khao Sok National Park. The Elephant Hills Camp is a fantastic rainforest and elephants experience. The welfare of the elephants is at the heart of this camp and it has received numerous awards for this. This is one of the few places where you can see elephants without chains. Your experiences at the camp will be with other guests in small groups. During your stay all meals are included.Upon arrival at the camp, meet the elephants and learn more about these magnificent creatures. You will have the opportunity to help feed and bathe them.After a traditional Thai lunch you have the chance to enjoy the local scenery - being paddled in a canoe through the jungle past stunning limestone karsts.
Day 6 : Khao Sok National Park
Today leave the tented camp with other guests and head inland by road and then by boat for your scenic journey to the relatively untouched and stunning Cheow Larn Lake. This is a great place to be amongst nature and experience a unique accommodation experience - a floating tent. Children aged under 7 are not allowed to stay at this camp.Your afternoon includes a guided canoe safari.
Day 7 : Koh Samui
After breakfast, join your guide on a walk through the jungle listening to the chorus of the many primates, reptiles and birds that inhabit the national park.After lunch the lodge staff will transfer you and other guests to the pier at Surat Thani in time for the ferry to Koh Samui. The ferry crossing should take just over an hour. A driver will be waiting for you at Koh Samui to take you and your family to your hotel.The Mai Samui resort is on the quieter side of the island, offering a more exclusive and intimate feel.
Day 8 : Koh Samui
Today is free to relax or explore independently. Your beachfront hotel has great facilities with a spa, three pools and a dedicated Fun Zone and Kids' Club to give parents some free time. Other facilities include cooking classes, mountain bikes, sea kayaks, fishing and yoga.
Day 9 : Koh Samui
Day free to relax. A popular tour that you might like to consider is a speedboat ride to the nearby Angthong National Marine Park. This beautiful park consists of 42 islands and provided the inspiration for Alex Garland's book "The Beach".
Day 10 : Koh Samui
Day at leisure. You may like to relax on the beach or visit some of the attractions on the island. Your hotel can arrange private guided trips to the Na Muang Waterfalls or Bophut which has a charming fisherman's village.
Day 11 : Koh Samui
Day at leisure on Koh Samui. You might like to test out some of the more unusual experiences available at your hotel including classes in napkin folding or fruit and vegetable carving.
Day 12 : Koh Samui
Today is your last day by the beach before heading home. You might like to book a table at the Fine Dining Sala for a special last night's meal - fresh lobster is often on the menu.
Day 13 : International return flight
Your hotel will arrange your transfer to the local airport in time for your flight to Bangkok where you will catch your international flight home. Your return flight will arrive the same day.
Day 1-3 Bangkok
Arrive in Bangkok at any time. On Day 2 immerse yourself in the cultural and historical heritage of Bangkok by exploring the Grand Palace and the Emerald Buddha Temple.
Hotel: Pullman Bangkok Hotel or similar.
Day 3-5 Phuket
Flight to Phuket and transfer to hotel. On Day 4 enjoy a full day boat trip to Phi Phi and Khai Island from Phuket to enjoy the stunning scenery and white beaches. You will explore Viking Cave, Pileh Cove and Loh Samah bay, before discovering the fantastic landscape of Maya Bay and blue waters of Andaman sea.
Hotel: Novotel Karon Beach or similar.
Day 5-7 Krabi
Ferry to Krabi. On Day 6 visit Railay Beach one of the most stunning places in Ao Nang, sail to the white sand beaches of Poda Island and snorkel in crystal clear waters on Koh Sii Island.
Hotel: Holiday Inn Krabi AO Nang Beach or similar.
Day 7-8 Koh Phangan
Ferry to Koh Phangan. Soak up the sun on the sand or check out some of Koh Phangan’s awesome island activities. Spend your evening sipping cocktails, watching some amazing sunsets and enjoying the nightlife!
Hotel: Kupu Kupu Phangan Beach Villas or similar.
Day 8-10 Koh Samui
Ferry to Koh Samui. On Day 9 discover the underwater world of Koh Tao on a full day cruise. Enjoy snorkeling among the most beautiful reefs in the Gulf of Thailand. Snorkel at two of the most beautiful places around Koh Tao, relax on the sundeck and enjoy a delicious lunch onboard the boat.
Hotel: Nikki Beach Resort or similar.
