Journeys: Explore Southern Thailand

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Duration: 8 days

Begins: Bangkok

Ends: Bangkok

Trip Code: ATSNG

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    Discover the laid-back culture and stunning natural treasures of southern Thailand on this sojourn to tropical shores, from Ko Samui to Krabi. Stroll along white-sand beaches, trek through lush rainforest, and snorkel crystalline waters in the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea. Whether navigating mangrove forests by longtail boat or winding between traditional villages in a motorized tuk-tuk, experience the lesser known side of Thailand’s idyllic coastal escapes.
    Is this tour for me?
    Travel Style
    National Geographic Journeys
    Greater exploration, insider access, and the freedom to roam – all without sacrificing comfort.
    Service Level
    Upgraded
    Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.
    Physical Rating
    2 - Light
    Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
    Trip Type
    Small Group
    Small Group experience; Max 16, Avg 10.
    Age requirement
    12+
    All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
    What's Included
    • Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Kao Thep Pitak Farm and Culinary Experience, Ban Ta Khun
    • Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Rainforest Eco-Walk & Dinner, Khao Sok
    • Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Krabi Village Excursion, Krabi
    • Your G for Good Moment: Kao Thep Pitak Community-Owned Farm & Meal, Ban Ta Khun
    • Arrival transfer
    • Hong Island Traditional Longtail Boat Tour
    • Internal flights
    • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
    Accommodations

    Hotels (7 nts).

    Meals

    7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner

    Allow USD105-140 for meals not included.

    Transportation

    Private bus, tricycle tuktuk, minivan, boat, ferry, walking, plane.

    Staff & experts

    CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

    Day 1 : Bangkok

    Arrive at any time; your arrival transfer is included.

    You will be met on arrival at Bangkok Airport and transferred to your hotel. You are welcome to arrive at any time on day 1, but please note that hotel check-in time is 14:00.

    This is a very laid back trip with lots of free time to enjoy Thailand's beautiful south beaches and jungles or choose to take some optional activities.

    Airport Transfer

    Suvarnabhumi Airport - Bangkok 0h45m - 1h30m

    Enjoy a complimentary transfer from the airport to your joining hotel.

    Included arrival transfer.

    Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting

    1h 18:00

    The adventure begins tonight. Feel free to explore before your welcome meeting, but make sure you’re back in time to meet the group. Check for the meeting time on the welcome note at the hotel. After introductions, your CEO will review the details of your tour. Please note that normal check-in times apply at our start hotels, but you can usually store your luggage for the day if you arrive early.

    Acommodation

    Shanghai Mansion Bangkok

    Acommodation

    Shanghai Mansion Bangkok

    Day 2 : Bangkok/Ko Samui

    This morning, transfer to the airport in Bangkok and catch a flight to the tropical island of Ko Samui, bordered by the sapphire waters off Thailand’s southeast coast. Settle into your hotel and enjoy a free afternoon to relax by the pool, stroll along a white-sand beach, or explore the local village.

    Off of Thailand’s east coast in the Gulf of Thailand, Ko Samui offers everything you could possibly want in a seaside retreat: white sandy beaches, coconut palms, fresh seafood, and warm, clear waters.

    Our resort is nestled in tropical gardens with a private beach leading into crystal clear waters. The property also has three freshwater swimming pools and the resort is just 15 minutes by road to Lamai Beach’s bustling nightlife district.

    Plane

    Suvarnabhumi Airport - Koh Samui Airport 1h

    Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.

    Transfer to the airport for your flight.

    Free time:

    Ko Samui Afternoon

    Kick back and relax on the beach, or opt to explore the town.

    Acommodation

    Centara Villas Samui

    Acommodation

    Centara Villas Samui

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 3 : Koh Samui

    Enjoy a full day of free time to relax in Koh Samui. Opt for an island tour or a visit to Ang Thong Marine Park.

    Free time:

    Koh Samui Full day

    Spend a full free day getting to know Koh Samui on your own. Stroll along the pristine beaches, visit the various temples in the area, hike through the island jungle, or set out on a day trip to Ang Thong Marine Park.

    Acommodation

    Centara Villas Samui

    Optional Activities - Day 3

    Angthong National Marine Park Visit

    Koh Samui 7h - 8h

    Ang Thong National Marine Park is a protected nature area consisting of over 40 islands. All of the islands are uninhabited and undeveloped except for one. This full-day leisure excursion through the astonishing archipelago offers many different experiences including hiking, snorkeling by the beach, and sightseeing (plus kayaking at an extra cost).

    Koh Samui Island Tour

    Koh Samui 3h - 4h

    Visit the iconic sites of the Big Buddha Temple and the intricately designed Chinese temple. Then take a trip to the south coast of the island to see the unusual and amusing Grandmother and Grandfather rock before taking in the more scenic views from the island view point, visiting majestic waterfalls along the way.

    Acommodation

    Centara Villas Samui

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 4 : Ko Samui/Khao Sok

    Catch the ferry back to the mainland and drive to Kao Thep Pitak, a community-owned farm supported by G Adventures. Enjoy a lunch of local specialties and take a stroll through the surrounding fruit orchards. Continue to Khao Sok National Park, where you will settle into a lovely resort overlooking the riverside and tucked beneath the rising cliffs in the distance.This evening, venture into the rainforest park on a nighttime walk with a community guide, then gather for a campfire dinner surrounded by the music of the jungle.

    Khao Sok is a stunning location with one of the oldest evergreen rainforests in the world, surrounded by limestone karst cliffs.

    Ferry

    Ko Samui - Don Sak 1h30m - 2h

    Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.

    Private Vehicle

    Don Sak - Khao Sok 1h30m - 2h

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Kao Thep Pitak Farm and Culinary Experience

    Ban Ta Khun

    Discover how delicious southern Thai dishes go from plot to plate at this community farm and restaurant experience. Take a walk through Kao Thep Pitak's organic farm and fruit orchard to see how those same items are made into a tasty meal by local village residents. You'll also have the opportunity to visit the rubber plantation and learn how the village has made this farm into a self-sufficient economy benefitting over 140 families. Planeterra and G Adventures are proud to support this endeavour.

    Kao Thep Pitak Community-Owned Farm & Meal

    Ban Ta Khun

    Indulge in traditional Southern Thai cuisine prepared by members of Kao Thep Pitak village. Your meal will be made with ingredients picked from local organic farms and a fruit orchard on the property. Over 140 families benefit from the community-owned and managed eatery through the Kao Thep Pitak Community Ecotourism Enterprise, supported by Planeterra and G Adventures.

    Rainforest Eco-Walk & Dinner

    Khao Sok

    Explore the incredibly lush rainforest of Klong Phanom National Park alongside one of the locals who call this region home. This expert tracker is a conservationist and ecotourism guide who is now dedicating his life to the protection of the rainforest. He’ll also discuss traditional jungle medicines and their role in the lives of the area’s people. Afterward, sit down with our host at a campfire dinner of rainforest specialties.

    Acommodation

    The Cliff & River Jungle Resort

    Acommodation

    The Cliff & River Jungle Resort

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

    Day 5 : Khao Sok

    Khao Sok National Park is southern Thailand’s largest area of virgin rainforest, encompassing a breathtaking wilderness of karst peaks, turquoise lakes, and tropical rainforest that stretch along the southwest coast. Explore the park on your own today, choosing between a variety of optional jungle activities. Head out for a hike in search of monkeys and tropical birds inhabiting the dense canopy. Glide down the sparkling Sok River aboard a canoe or take a boat tour in the beautiful scenery of striking limestone cliffs.

    Free time:

    Khao Sok Full day

    Today is free for optional activities including jungle hikes or canoeing.

    Acommodation

    The Cliff & River Jungle Resort

    Optional Activities - Day 5

    Khao Sok National Park Hike

    Khao Sok

    Explore the National Park with an expert local guide. Hike through stunning rainforest and keep an eye open for birds and monkeys.

    Sok River Canoe Tour

    Khao Sok

    Take a guided canoe tour along the Sok river. Enjoy the stunning scenery and keep an eye out out for birds, monkeys, and lizards.

    Acommodation

    The Cliff & River Jungle Resort

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 6 : Khao Sok/Krabi

    This morning, drive south to Krabi, situated on Thailand’s tropical southwest coast. Cross the Krabi River by private longtail boat, gliding past mangrove forests and limestone peaks. Venture into the Khao Khanap Nam cave to view prehistoric paintings and fascinating rock formations. Later, head to Ko Klang island and board motorized tricycle tuk-tuks to explore local communities and traditional industries, including a rubber plantation, rice fields, and a batik workshop. Chat with villagers and learn about timeless agricultural and artisanal techniques passed down over generations.

    Private Vehicle

    Khao Sok - Krabi 2h - 3h

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Krabi Village Excursion

    Krabi

    With our local guide, cross the Krabi River by typical long-tail boat, and jump in tuk tuks to explore local villages and farming communities. Interact with people going about their daily lives farming rice and vegetables and other rural industries. Learn about the culture and beliefs of the mostly Muslim population.

    Acommodation

    Aonang Princeville VIlla Resort & Spa

    Acommodation

    Aonang Princeville VIlla Resort & Spa

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 7 : Krabi

    Hop on a traditional longtail boat and set out on a full-day tour of the Hong Islands with stops at Hong Beach, Hong Lagoon, Phak Bia, and Lading Island with an included lunch. Enjoy the calm waters and colorful aquatic life as you soak up the sun.

    In the evening enjoy some of the beautiful scenic views that have made southern Thailand so famous. Grab a cocktail and relax at the pool. Your CEO will fill you in on all the other interesting options that are available in the area. This is the perfect place to get active or simply chill out and relax.

    Our resort is located at Aonang Beach and only a short distance by Tuk -Tuk to Noppharat Thara Beach. End the day in paradise with a stroll along the beachfront.

    Hong Island Traditional Longtail Boat Tour

    Krabi 7h - 8h

    Explore the Hong Islands on a full-day tour from Krabi that travels by traditional Longtail boat. Head to white-sand beaches and hidden lagoons where you can snorkel in the clear waters of the Andaman Sea and search for an abundance of colorful fish and other aquatic life. Take breaks to lie on the white sand and soak up the sun.

    Acommodation

    Aonang Princeville VIlla Resort & Spa

    Optional Activities - Day 7

    Massage

    Lay back and soothe aching muscles with a famous local massage. Affordable and amazing, don't miss out.

    Acommodation

    Aonang Princeville VIlla Resort & Spa

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Lunch

    Day 8 : Krabi/Bangkok

    This morning, return to Bangkok, where your trip concludes.

    The tour ends at Suvarnabhumi Airport (Bangkok Airport). Please note: your flight must not depart earlier than 15:00 on this day.

    Plane

    Krabi - Bangkok 1h30m

    Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's... yup, it is a plane, actually.

    Departure Day

    Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

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