Patong Beach
Patong Beach is Phuket's liveliest beach district, with a long sweep of white sand and clear water. By day there is sunbathing and water sports; by night, a wealth of bars and nightlife. It is the best place to feel the pulse of Phuket.
Phuket · Multi-Day Private Charter
Phuket Five-Star 5-Day Tour
Arrive and settle into a five-star hotel, then soak up the buzz of Patong Beach. Day two brings an elephant sanctuary, the century-old Wat Chalong, the colourful streets of Phuket Old Town and an evening of lights and shows at the Carnival Magic theme park.
Overview
Tour Overview
On day one you arrive, check in to a five-star hotel and stroll Patong Beach to soak up its lively atmosphere. Day two visits an elephant sanctuary for close encounters with the elephants, the century-old Wat Chalong and the streets of Phuket Old Town, before an evening of lights and performances at Carnival Magic. Day three sails to Coral Island aboard a luxury catamaran, with banana-boat rides and water sports, followed by a photogenic afternoon tea overlooking Promthep Cape and a sunset stroll along Rawai Beach. Day four explores AQUARIA Phuket and the Central Phuket shopping centre, with an evening of street food at Chillva Market. After some free time on day five you fly home with memories to treasure. A private vehicle carries you throughout, and each day's departure time and the length of every stop can be adjusted with your driver.
Highlights
Highlights
- Patong Beach: Phuket's liveliest beach district, with a long sweep of white sand and clear water
- Elephant sanctuary: get close to the elephants, feed them by hand and join them for a playful mud bath
- Wat Chalong: Phuket's most important century-old temple, blending Thai and Chinese architectural styles
- Phuket Old Town: famous for its colourful Sino-Portuguese shophouses, lined with cafes, creative boutiques and food stalls
- Carnival Magic: a theme park combining light shows, live entertainment and park attractions
- Promthep Cape: on the southern tip of Phuket, famed for its spectacular sunsets
Itinerary
Day by Day
DAY1
Phuket Airport → Patong Beach
On arrival in Phuket, your private driver takes you to the lively Patong Beach to enjoy the island atmosphere and the energy of its bustling shopping streets. Along the way you take in the deep-blue sea and tropical scenery, easing into holiday mode. In the evening you check in to a hand-picked five-star hotel and enjoy its comfortable facilities and elegant spaces, resting up for the days ahead.
Meals Breakfast: — | Lunch: — | Dinner: —
DAY2
Elephant sanctuary → Wat Chalong → Phuket Old Town → Carnival Magic · Phuket → Elephant sanctuary (feeding the elephants and a mud bath with them) → Wat Chalong, Phuket's largest century-old temple → Phuket Old Town → Carnival Magic theme park (open Monday, Wednesday and Saturday from 5:30 pm to 11:30 pm)
Join a special elephant sanctuary experience, feeding the elephants by hand and sharing a playful mud bath with these gentle giants. Next, visit Phuket's oldest temple, Wat Chalong, and take in its solemn, peaceful atmosphere. In the afternoon explore the colourful streets of Phuket Old Town and capture some stylish photos. As evening falls, step into the dazzling light shows of the Carnival Magic theme park and enjoy its lively performances and a delicious buffet.
Meals Breakfast: at the hotel | Lunch: volcano pork ribs at a local restaurant | Dinner: buffet at the park Stay Wyndham La Vita Phuket, Wyndham Royal Lee Phuket or Novotel Phuket City Phokeethra, or similar
DAY3
Luxury catamaran → Coral Island → Promthep Cape → Rawai Beach · Phuket → Luxury catamaran cruise to Coral Island with banana-boat ride → Photogenic afternoon tea with 360-degree sea views over Promthep Cape (one drink included) → Fruit street → Sunset stroll on Rawai Beach
Set sail aboard a luxury catamaran to Coral Island, where banana-boat rides and other water sports let you make the most of the tropical sea. In the afternoon, head to a much-photographed cafe with 360-degree sea views and enjoy a drink while admiring the magnificent scenery of Promthep Cape. In the early evening, visit the local fruit street to taste sweet tropical fruit, then end the day with a stroll along Rawai Beach, lost in a beautiful sunset.
Meals Breakfast: at the hotel | Lunch: simple Thai meal on the island | Dinner: curry crab seafood dinner Stay Wyndham La Vita Phuket, Wyndham Royal Lee Phuket or Novotel Phuket City Phokeethra, or similar
DAY4
AQUARIA Phuket → Central Phuket → Chillva Market · Phuket → AQUARIA Phuket aquarium (daily 10:30–19:00, last entry 18:00) → Central Phuket shopping centre → Chillva Market night market (closed on Sundays)
Step into AQUARIA Phuket to explore a magical underwater world and admire its many rare marine creatures. After lunch, head to Central Phuket, the island's largest shopping centre, for some retail therapy. In the early evening, wander Chillva Market (closed on Sundays), sampling local snacks and soaking up the night market's lively, creative atmosphere. You then return to the hotel to rest up for the final day.
Meals Breakfast: at the hotel | Lunch: Thai meal at Natural Restaurant | Dinner: at your own expense, to leave time to explore Stay Wyndham La Vita Phuket, Wyndham Royal Lee Phuket or Novotel Phuket City Phokeethra, or similar
DAY5
Free time → Airport / flight home
Enjoy a leisurely morning of free time, whether relaxing with the hotel's facilities or exploring Phuket on your own. After packing, your private driver takes you to the airport for the flight home, bringing five dreamy days and four nights in Phuket to a close.
Meals Breakfast: at the hotel | Lunch: — | Dinner: — Stay Home sweet home
Inclusions
What's Included
Quoted per trip. Tell us your dates and group size and a travel consultant will send a tailored quote within 24 hours.
Included
- Private vehicle throughout, including airport transfers (fuel and tolls included)
- Hotel accommodation as listed in the itinerary (two sharing a room)
- Meals marked as included in the itinerary
- Private driver service (a tour guide can be added on request)
Not Included
- Round-trip international flights
- Attraction admission and activity fees
- Meals marked 'at your own expense'
- Guide gratuities (paid locally, per day)
- Personal expenses and travel insurance
Thai long weekends, Chinese New Year, Christmas, Songkran and other special holidays are quoted separately. Each vehicle seats up to 9 passengers; larger groups are quoted on a multi-vehicle basis. The final plan and quote are confirmed by your travel consultant.
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Stops
Featured Stops
Elephant sanctuary
At the elephant sanctuary you get close to the elephants, feed them by hand and join them for a playful mud bath, experiencing the harmony between Thai tradition and these magnificent animals and taking home an unforgettable memory.
Wat Chalong
Wat Chalong is Phuket's most important century-old temple, blending Thai and Chinese architectural styles. It enshrines relics of the Buddha and draws a constant stream of worshippers; it is a fine place to pay respects, make a wish and feel the solemn atmosphere.
Phuket Old Town
Phuket Old Town is famous for its colourful Sino-Portuguese shophouses, and its streets are lined with cafes, creative boutiques and food stalls. Photos and street snacks alike are essential here.
Carnival Magic
Carnival Magic is a theme park that combines light shows, live entertainment and park attractions. At night the illuminations are dazzling and dreamlike, with exotic performances and a wide choice of food and drink inside the park.
Promthep Cape
On the southern tip of Phuket and famed for its spectacular sunsets. From here you look out across the Andaman Sea to the surrounding islands, with sea and sky merging in a breathtaking line. The paths and viewing platform are ideal for a leisurely walk, making it a romantic favourite of couples and photographers.
Coral Island
Coral Island is known for its rich marine life and is perfect for snorkelling, banana-boat rides and water sports. Turquoise water and white sand combine in a scene straight out of a holiday paradise.
Rawai Beach
Rawai Beach sees few crowds and is known for its fishing boats and sunsets. The atmosphere is calm and romantic, ideal for an evening stroll and beautiful photographs.
AQUARIA Phuket
AQUARIA is Phuket's largest aquarium, with a wide variety of marine life and themed water zones, perfect for families and anyone who loves the sea.
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