Phuket and Bangkok Tour

Istanbul to Bangkok

ISTANBUL – BANGKOK

We will meet our valued guests at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal approximately three hours before the flight time. After completing our baggage drop and passport procedures, we take our seats for our Bangkok flight on a scheduled Turkish Airlines service. Our journey towards Bangkok will continue throughout the night, with the overnight spent on the aircraft.

Bangkok city tour

After arriving in Bangkok, we complete passport and baggage procedures and meet our private vehicle. We begin a panoramic city tour of Bangkok, the capital of Thailand and one of Southeast Asia’s liveliest cities. During the tour, we see the Golden Buddha Temple, Parliament House, Democracy Monument and Royal Avenue. We then visit Wat Pho Temple, known for its enormous Reclining Buddha statue and regarded as one of Bangkok’s important religious and cultural landmarks. At Wat Pho, noted for its impressive architecture, we have an opportunity to see the grand 46-metre-long Reclining Buddha statue up close. After our tour, free time and return to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

Floating and railway markets

BANGKOK

After breakfast, we set off for the Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour, one of the most colourful and authentic experiences in the city, where we will closely explore Bangkok's traditional way of life and unique cultural fabric. At these traditional markets, which have become one of the important symbols of Thai culture, we have the opportunity to closely observe the lively trade life set up over the canals. Local vendors selling from wooden boats reflect the unique atmosphere of the region with tropical fruits, fresh vegetables, local delicacies, hand-made souvenirs and traditional products. Our guests can examine the products they wish and have the opportunity to shop here. During our tour, we discover the traditional Thai houses lined along the canals, the lively scenes of daily life and the region's distinctive cultural fabric. Then we visit the world-famous Maeklong Railway Market, with its stalls set up right on the train tracks. At this fascinating spot, considered one of the most unusual markets in Thailand, we witness an extraordinary example of daily life. As the train approaches during the day, the stalls set up on the tracks are packed away within minutes, and after the train passes, the vendors begin to display their products again. At this colourful market, where we will closely witness the life and trade culture of the local people, we also have the opportunity to capture fascinating photo frames. After our tour, we return to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

Bangkok to Phuket

After breakfast, we transfer to the airport and fly to Phuket with a local airline. Upon arrival, we begin a panoramic tour of Phuket Island, one of Thailand’s most popular holiday destinations. We first visit Wat Chalong Temple, one of the island’s important religious centres, and take a closer look at this structure, which holds an important place in Thai culture and Buddhist faith. We then see Phuket Big Buddha and admire the surrounding scenery from its commanding position above the island’s natural landscape. We continue our tour in the Phuket Old Town District, noted for its colourful streets, historic buildings and examples of Sino-Portuguese architecture. As we discover a different side of Phuket through its historic buildings, cafés and lively streets, we observe the island’s modern life, traditional heritage and tropical atmosphere together. On our return journey, we stop briefly at Karon Viewpoint, where we can admire and photograph a panoramic bird’s-eye view of three different beaches along the Andaman Sea. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

Snorkelling at the Phi Phi Islands

PHUKET

After breakfast, we set off for the Phi Phi Islands Tour with Lunch, one of the most popular destinations in Thailand and the Andaman Sea. Famous for its crystal-clear turquoise waters, snow-white beaches and striking rock formations rising from the sea like paintings, this unique archipelago offers visitors postcard-perfect, captivating views. On this unforgettable journey, where we meet tropical nature at its purest, we are welcomed by a unique atmosphere accompanied by the flawless harmony of sea and sky. Throughout the tour, while closely exploring the natural beauties of the Phi Phi Islands, we also have the opportunity to snorkel and closely observe the fascinating underwater world of the Andaman Sea, accompanied by colorful coral reefs, tropical fish gliding through crystal-clear waters, hidden coves and turquoise lagoons. After our included lunch, we continue to enjoy a pleasant time on the palm-fringed beaches and among the impressive beauties offered by nature. At the end of the day, we complete this enjoyable excursion, which will leave lasting memories with its deep blue sea, dazzling coral formations and colorful marine life, and return to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

Canoeing at James Bond Island

After breakfast, we set out to explore James Bond Island with lunch, one of Thailand’s best-known natural attractions. The island gained international recognition after appearing in a world-famous James Bond film and is now one of the region’s most visited destinations, known for its rock formations and scenery. As we travel through the Andaman Sea, we admire the limestone cliffs rising from the water and the landscapes shaped by tropical nature. During the tour, we enjoy a Sea Canoeing experience among the rock formations and discover the region’s natural scenery more closely. After spending time on James Bond Island, which offers varied photographic opportunities, and having our lunch included as part of the tour, we continue enjoying the island’s atmosphere. After completing our visit to this destination, one of Thailand’s symbols, we return to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

Free day in Phuket

PHUKET

After breakfast, free time. Guests who wish to do so can enjoy the sea, sand, and sun at Phuket's famous beaches, relax in a tropical atmosphere, explore the colourful streets of the island, visit local markets, or go shopping. During this free day, you can make the most of Phuket's tropical atmosphere and enjoy the different experiences the island has to offer. Overnight at our hotel.

Phuket to Istanbul

PHUKET – ISTANBUL

After breakfast, we complete the check-out procedures and transfer to Phuket International Airport by our private vehicle at the transfer time to be announced by our guide. We take our seats on a scheduled Turkish Airlines flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport local time, our tour ends.