Bangkok and Phuket Tour

ISTANBUL – PHUKET We 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 depart for Doha on a scheduled Qatar Airways flight. Following our transfer upon arrival in Doha, we take our seats for our Phuket flight. Our journey to Phuket continues throughout the night, and the overnight will be on the plane.

After arriving in Phuket, we complete passport and baggage procedures and meet our private vehicle. We then begin our panoramic city tour to discover Phuket Island, one of Thailand’s most popular holiday destinations. First, we visit Wat Chalong Temple, one of the island’s important religious centers, and take a closer look at this significant symbol of Thai culture and Buddhist faith. We then see the Phuket Big Buddha and admire the island’s natural scenery from above. We continue to Phuket Old Town, noted for its colorful streets, historic buildings and fine examples of Sino-Portuguese architecture. With its historic buildings, charming cafés and lively streets, the area offers a distinctive atmosphere and reveals a different side of Phuket. During the panoramic city tour, we observe the island’s natural beauty, vibrant life and tropical atmosphere while experiencing its modern character alongside its traditional heritage. On the return journey, we make a short stop at Karon Viewpoint, one of Phuket’s important scenic viewpoints. From here, we enjoy a bird’s-eye panoramic view encompassing three different beaches along the Andaman Sea and have an opportunity to take photographs.

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, pristine white sandy beaches, and striking limestone cliffs rising from the sea like a living canvas, this unique archipelago offers visitors postcard-perfect, captivating views. On this unforgettable journey, where we meet the purest form of tropical nature, a unique atmosphere greets us accompanied by the flawless harmony of sea and sky. Throughout the tour, while exploring the natural wonders of the Phi Phi Islands up close, we also have the opportunity to snorkel and observe the mesmerizing underwater world of the Andaman Sea, surrounded by colorful coral reefs, tropical fish gliding through crystal-clear waters, hidden coves, and turquoise lagoons. After enjoying the lunch included in the tour, we continue to spend pleasant time along palm-fringed beaches and amidst the impressive beauty that nature offers.

After breakfast, we depart for our James Bond Island tour, with lunch included, to see one of Thailand’s best-known natural attractions. The island gained international recognition after appearing in one of the world-famous James Bond films and is now among the region’s most visited locations for its rock formations and scenery. As we travel across the Andaman Sea, we see limestone cliffs rising from the water and views shaped by the tropical landscape. During the tour, we enjoy a sea canoeing experience that allows us to explore the area’s natural features and spend time among the rock formations. On James Bond Island, we discover the natural surroundings and have an opportunity to take photographs. After our included lunch, we continue experiencing the island’s atmosphere. Following our time at this destination, one of Thailand’s symbols, we return to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

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 however you like and enjoy the different experiences the island has to offer. Overnight at our hotel.

After breakfast, we transfer to the airport and take our flight to Bangkok with a local airline. Upon arrival in Bangkok, we meet our private vehicle and begin a panoramic city tour of Thailand’s capital and one of Southeast Asia’s liveliest cities. The Golden Buddha Temple, Parliament House, Democracy Monument and Royal Avenue are among the sights we see during the tour. We then visit Wat Pho Temple, one of Bangkok’s important religious and cultural landmarks, known for its enormous Reclining Buddha statue. At Wat Pho, one of the country’s most visited landmarks, we have an opportunity to see its impressive architecture and 46-meter-long Reclining Buddha statue up close. After the tour, we have free time before returning to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Bangkok After breakfast in the morning, we set off for the Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour, one of the most colorful and authentic experiences of 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; tropical fruits, fresh vegetables, local delicacies, handmade souvenirs, and traditional products reflect the unique atmosphere of the region. 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 vivid scenes of daily life, and the region's distinctive cultural fabric. Afterwards, we visit the world-famous Maeklong Railway Market, with its stalls set up right on top of the train tracks. At this fascinating spot, regarded as one of the most unusual markets in Thailand, we witness an extraordinary example of daily life.

Bangkok – Istanbul We complete our check-out procedures very early in the morning and transfer to Bangkok Airport by our private vehicle waiting for us. (Our breakfast will be prepared by the hotel and will be taken as a packed breakfast, Breakfast Box.) We depart for Doha on a scheduled Qatar Airways flight. After our arrival in Doha and the connecting flight, we take our seats for our Istanbul flight. Arrival at Istanbul Airport local time and end of our tour.