Phuket, Pattaya and Bangkok Tour

Departing for Bangkok

We meet at the International Departures Terminal of Istanbul Airport approximately 3 hours before departure. After completing baggage check-in and passport control, we board our scheduled Turkish Airlines flight to Bangkok. Our journey to Bangkok continues through the night. We spend the night on board.

Flight to Phuket and island tour

After arriving in Bangkok, we fly to Phuket with local airlines. Upon arrival in Phuket, we begin our panoramic city tour to explore Phuket Island, one of Thailand’s popular holiday destinations. First, we visit Wat Chalong Temple, one of the island’s important religious centres, and learn about its place in Thai culture and Buddhist faith. We then see Big Buddha Phuket, one of Phuket’s landmarks. From its location, we can take in views of the island’s natural scenery.

Our tour continues in Phuket Old Town, known for its colourful streets, historic buildings and examples of Sino-Portuguese architecture. As we see the area’s cafés and lively streets, we get a sense of daily life in Phuket. Throughout the city tour, we observe the island’s natural surroundings and tropical atmosphere, seeing its modern life alongside its traditional character.

On the way back, we make a short stop at Karon View Point. From this viewpoint, we enjoy a bird’s-eye panorama of the Andaman Sea spanning three different beaches and have an opportunity to take photographs. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

Phi Phi Islands tour

After breakfast, we depart for the Phi Phi Islands Tour with Lunch. Among the popular destinations in Thailand and the Andaman Sea, the Phi Phi Islands are known for their clear turquoise waters, white sandy beaches and limestone cliffs rising from the sea. During the tour, we explore the islands’ natural surroundings, bays and lagoons. We have the opportunity to snorkel and observe the underwater life of the Andaman Sea, including coral reefs and tropical fish. After the lunch included in the tour, we spend time on beaches lined with palm trees. At the end of the day, we conclude our tour and return to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

James Bond Island tour

After breakfast, we depart for the James Bond Island tour with lunch included. One of Thailand’s natural attractions, the island gained international fame after a James Bond film was shot here. Its rock formations and scenery make it one of the most visited sites in the region. As we travel across the Andaman Sea, we see limestone cliffs rising from the water and tropical landscapes. We explore the rock formations by sea canoe for a closer look at the area’s natural features. On James Bond Island, we have time to enjoy the views and take photographs. After the included lunch, we continue spending time on the island. We finish our visit to this island, which has become one of Thailand’s landmarks, and return to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

Pattaya's gardens and crocodiles

After breakfast, we transfer to Phuket Airport and fly to Bangkok with a local airline. Upon arrival, we depart for Pattaya to visit Nong Nooch Tropical Garden and the Crocodile Farm.

At Nong Nooch Tropical Garden, we explore themed sections with tropical plants, flower gardens and landscaped areas. We learn about Thailand’s natural diversity and take photos among exotic plants, cactus gardens and palm trees.

We then continue to the Crocodile Farm. Here, we observe different crocodile species in settings resembling their natural habitats and learn about their lives. After exploring Thailand’s nature and the local way of life, we return to our hotel. We spend the night at our hotel.

Bangkok's temples

After breakfast, we depart for Bangkok. Upon arrival, we begin a panoramic city tour. Sights along the way include the Golden Buddha Temple, Parliament Building, Democracy Monument and Royal Avenue. We then visit Wat Pho Temple, one of Bangkok’s important religious and cultural sites. Known for its Reclining Buddha statue, Wat Pho is among the country’s most visited sites, noted for its architecture and its 46-metre-long statue. During our visit, we see the Reclining Buddha statue up close. After the tour, we return to our hotel and spend the night there.

Floating market and train market

After breakfast, we set off on the Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour to explore Bangkok’s traditional life and culture. At these markets, which hold an important place in Thai culture, we observe local life and trade. Vendors selling from wooden boats on the canals offer tropical fruits, fresh vegetables, local foods, handmade souvenirs and traditional products. We have an opportunity to browse and shop. We see traditional Thai houses lining the canals and observe daily life in the area.

Next, we visit Maeklong Railway Market, where stalls are set up on the train tracks. When a train approaches, the stalls are packed away within minutes, and vendors display their goods again after it passes. We also have an opportunity to take photos at the market as we get a closer look at local daily life and trading practices. After the tour, we return to our hotel and spend the night there.

Return to Istanbul

At around midnight, at the time specified by our guide, we check out of the hotel and transfer to Bangkok Airport. We board our scheduled Turkish Airlines flight to Istanbul. Our tour ends upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, local time. We hope to see you again on our next trip.