Phuket, Khao Sok & Bali (5 Star)

On arrival in Phuket, you will be collected by a private driver at the airport and transferred to your hotel in the heart of the city. Your first evening is at leisure to head out and explore.

Phuket - Phang Nga Bay - Phuket. In the morning, meet the cruise team at your hotel and transfer to Ao Por Pier, where complimentary tea and coffee are served before you board a luxury boat for today's group excursion. From here, set off on a scenic cruise north, passing the striking karst islets scattered across the Andaman Sea.

Your first stop in Phang Nga Bay is Panak Island, where you take a canoe trip through sea caves and mangroves. Continue to Hong Island for more canoeing or kayaking, with local guides leading you into hidden lagoons and caves. Back on board, a delicious buffet lunch is served.

In the afternoon, visit Khao Phing Kan, best known for the dramatic limestone islet Ko Ta Pu, which rises 40 metres offshore. Nicknamed “James Bond Island”, it became famous as a filming location for The Man with the Golden Gun. Here you can relax on a secluded beach with time for swimming and sunbathing. Around 3:30 pm, return to the boat for the journey back to Phuket.

Please note: Today's included sightseeing takes place as a group excursion, meaning you will join other travellers, not just those in your booking party.

Today is free for you to enjoy Phuket at your own pace, whether you prefer a day of relaxation or adventure. You might head to the beach to sunbathe, swim or try snorkelling. For a different perspective on marine life, the aquarium at Cape Panwa offers a fascinating underwater experience. If you are seeking more adventure, Hanuman World Phuket provides the chance to soar through the jungle on its thrilling zipline courses. In the evening, you could enjoy a seafood dinner, browse one of the lively night markets, or experience the buzz of Bangla Road with its bars and entertainment.

Phuket - Khao Sok National Park. This morning, transfer from your hotel in Phuket to Khao Sok National Park, arriving by 2:00 pm for check-in and room allocation.

In the afternoon you can enjoy the river with a choice of group and private activities: a guided canoe trip for a relaxing paddle through the jungle, or a more adventurous tubing ride on a rubber ring. Alternatively, you may choose to upgrade this experience to an elephant bathing activity, where you help wash and care for these gentle giants (minimum two participants).

In the evening, you might like to join a night safari, setting out at 7:30 pm in search of the park’s fascinating nocturnal wildlife (minimum two participants). The park shelters elephants, gibbons, dusky langurs, macaques, and over 300 species of birds, including hornbills and kingfishers. At night, the forest comes alive with civets, slow lorises, owls, and a chorus of insects and frogs.

Set out on a full-day group excursion to the stunning Cheow Lan Lake. Accompanied by a local guide, you will travel by boat across the emerald waters, surrounded by towering limestone cliffs and lush rainforest.

You stop at a floating bungalow where lunch is served, before the afternoon offers time to swim in the clear waters, take a guided jungle hike, or simply relax on the raft and enjoy the scenery. Spend the night at one of Khao Sok's incredible floating bungalows (the night at the floating bungalow may take place on day 4 on some departures).

Please note: Today's included sightseeing takes place as a group excursion, meaning you will join other travellers, not just those in your booking party.

Khao Sok National Park - Phuket. Today you can choose from two extremes: a half-day trek in Khao Sok National Park, exploring the rainforest on foot and keeping an eye out for wildlife such as monkeys, hornbills and colourful butterflies. Or, if you prefer a gentler morning, you can skip the hike and enjoy a traditional Thai massage instead.

After a busy (or relaxing!) morning, it's time to leave Khao Sok and head back to Phuket with a private transfer.

Phuket - Kuta (Bali, Indonesia). After breakfast at the hotel, you are transferred to the airport for your included flight to Bali.

On arrival at Denpasar International Airport, you will be met and escorted to your hotel in Kuta. The rest of the day is free at your leisure to relax or begin exploring at your own pace.

Kuta - Ubud - Kintamani - Kuta. Today, you set out on a morning tour showcasing the diverse and fascinating culture of Bali. Begin with a traditional Barong Dance performance before visiting the village of Celuk, renowned for its gold and silver craftsmanship. You then continue to Mas, a centre for fine woodcarving, and on to Banjar Compound, a hub of handicrafts and an artist community.

The tour continues to Ubud, where you explore hidden gems before visiting the Secret Holy Spring Temple at Tampak Siring. From here, travel to Kintamani, a village perched on the rim of the Batur volcanic basin, offering panoramic views of Mt Batur and its lake. While enjoying the scenery, pause for a buffet lunch at a local restaurant.

On your return journey, stop at a local plantation rich with herbs and coffee plants. The day concludes at Kuta Beach, where you have free time to relax, take a stroll, or enjoy the sunset.

Spend today at leisure exploring Kuta, relaxing on Kuta Beach or taking an independent excursion to explore more of Bali.

Alternatively, consider a private snorkelling trip to the nearby island of Nusa Penida. Start with an early morning pick-up from the hotel and transfer to Sanur Harbour, where you board a fast boat to Nusa Penida Island. On arrival, you will prepare for a snorkelling trip, visiting some of the island’s most famous spots, including Manta Bay, Crystal Bay and Gamat Bay. A simple lunch will be served at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, continue by land to explore Nusa Penida’s dramatic landscapes, stopping at Kelingking Cliff, Angel’s Billabong and Broken Beach. Later, return to the harbour for the fast boat back to Sanur, followed by the drive to your hotel. This optional tour includes return hotel transfers, return fast boat tickets (public boat), entrance fees, parking fees and donations, a private boat for snorkelling, land transportation on the island, snorkelling equipment and guide, as well as lunch at a local restaurant.

Today is free for you to enjoy Bali at your own pace. You may choose to simply relax at your hotel, spend time by the pool or take a gentle stroll along the nearby beach. In Kuta, you could explore the lively streets lined with shops, cafés and markets, or head to the beach to watch surfers and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere.

Your tour comes to an end today. After breakfast at the hotel and check-out, an included transfer takes you to the airport for your onward flight.