Day Trips & Excursions in Thailand

Voyage through the turquoise waters and limestone cliffs of Thailand's Phang Nga Bay on a full-day kayak tour with plenty of stops to swim, snorkel, and relax on the best beaches. The route offers plenty of exercise plus views of the region's top landmarks, like James Bond Island and the ancient caves of Hong Island. Refuel with lunch in a village built on stilts, and get a stress-free start with convenient hotel transfers from either Phuket or Khao Lak.

The islands of Phang Nga Bay are known for their beautiful beaches, rocky cliffs, and sea caves. On this active tour, cruise around the bay on a longtail boat, enjoy sea kayaking around Talu Island and Wat Suwan Kuha cave temple, visit the stilted villages of Panyee Island, and see James Bond Island, where 'The Man with the Golden Gun' was filmed.

Discover pristine tropical islands on a full-day, guided trip to Koh Nang Yuan and Koh Tao. Float in clear water above a thriving reef and spot brilliant fish among the coral. Explore the three forested islands of Koh Nang Yuan, which are joined by a slender spit that shelters some of the region's best snorkeling, along with sponges, sea turtles and rays. Travel to a quiet Koh Tao beach for a traditional Thai lunch, then swim, snorkel and sleep away the tropical afternoon.

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Cruise around Koh Samui on a 10.5-hour day cruise that shows off the best of the island from the water. You'll enjoy scenic views and visit secluded bays for a chance to go snorkeling with the underwater marine life. Snorkeling equipment, lunch, and soft drinks are included.

Escape Phuket to Phang Nga Bay's islands on a full-day tour of the Andaman Sea's most superb archipelago. Cast off for the towering 'James Bond Island,' explore thick mangrove forests that shelter vulnerable wildlife, and take in the jutting spires and vertical jungles that soar above the tropical water. Slip into dim caves that pock limestone cliffs and discover a community on stilts at Koh Panyi; enjoy a traditional meal in this remote village, which rests in the shade of a towering stone monolith.

Koh Lan (Coral Island) offers a change of pace from the busy beaches of Pattaya - an island well known to Thai and foreign visitors for its tranquil surroundings, beautiful beaches, glass-clear waters and extensive coral. Coral Island caters to both island adventurers and those looking to relax. Take a glass-bottom boat ride to marvel at colorful fish, sea urchins, parrotfish, and sea sponges in the underwater world; kick things up a notch with a banana boat ride or parasailing experience; or simply sink your toes into the sand, enjoy a buffet lunch of freshly caught seafood, and work on getting the perfect sun tan. Snorkeling and deep-sea diving are recommended off the nearby islands of Koh Krok and Koh Sak, where there is an abundance of coral and undersea life waiting to be discovered. However, tourists should bring their own diving equipment since there are no dive shops in this area.

Make like 007 on an action-packed tour to James Bond Island (Khao Ping Kan) from Phuket. Cruise aboard a VIP speedboat, paddle around the caves and lagoons of Hong Island on a giant canoe, then cruise around the filming location where scenes from 'The Man with the Golden Gun' were filmed. After a delicious buffet lunch (included) on the floating island of Koh Panyee, embark on a short hike through Ice Cream Cave, then enjoy swimming, snorkeling, or Jet Skiing (extra cost) on Naka Island.

Visit Doi Inthanon National Park, home to Thailand's highest mountain, on this day trip from Chiang Mai. You'll stop for photo ops at the peak, check out Angkha Nature Trail to enjoy the area's lush landscape, visit the Twin Stupas and a Hmong market, see a rice terrace, visit Vachiratharn Waterfall, and more. Lunch, entrance fees, and hotel transport are included.

Visit Phi Phi Island by speedboat on a full-day tour from Phuket. Go to three different islands with a local guide who shares stunning views of top spots such as Phi Phi Don, Phi Phi Leh, and the Blue Lagoon. Includes a buffet lunch, use of snorkeling equipment, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Nong Nooch garden is a very popular tourist attraction with an area of over 1,700 rai welcoming tourists from all over the world. More than 5,000 people visit each day and the garden has also been recognized as one of the top ten most beautiful gardens in the world. Intricately sculpted knot gardens create a world of beauty at the 600-acres of Nong Nooch Tropical Garden. The travelers could stroll the acres of intricately landscaped and take in the fusion of European and Thai inspiration. The expansive gardens feature more than 670 native species and hybrids, orchid nurseries, a lake and waterfall. Don't miss the elephant show & the Thai culture. There's also a range of different cuisines to choose from at several restaurants. Other attractions include a cultural show that features Thai dance, sword fighting, kick boxing & more!

Travel by motorboat and kayak to less-visited parts of Phang Nga Bay where your guide takes you into stunning sea caves and secret lagoons. You'll visit several small islands in the famously beautiful landscape of turquoise waters and limestone karst, hopping aboard kayaks piloted by an expert guide who shares informative commentary on the wildlife, plants and geology of the region. This tour from Phuket is suitable for adventurous adults and kids and includes all necessary equipment, light lunch, fresh-cooked dinner, transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Make the most of your time by taking a half-day speedboat tour to four scenic locations in the Andaman Sea where you can swim or snorkel and lounge on the beach. Your island-hopping tour takes in the Phra Nang Peninsula, Tub Island, Chicken Island and Koh Poda, which boast incredible white-sand beaches, warm turquoise waters and jagged limestone rock islands topped with green jungles. A box lunch and a round-trip transport from your Krabi hotel are also included.

Take a privately guided walk on an old opium trail in Northern Thailand, where you're accompanied by a local Hmong guide between mountain villages. You'll visit the Hmong communities of Doi Pui and Ban Mae Sa Mai, and learn about the people and plants of Doi Suthep-Pui National Park, whose slopes once supported a prolific opium trade. Your full-day private tour includes a stop at Phra That Doi Suthep Temple, the FORRU tree nursery and a Hmong museum, plus a picnic lunch and round-trip hotel transport by minibus.

The three Khai Islands - Khai Nok, Khai Nai, and Khai Nui - lie at the heart of Phang Nga Bay, just off the coast of Phuket. On this tour, zip between the islands on a speedboat and spend the afternoon sunbathing on white-sand beaches, swimming amid schools of tropical fish, and snorkeling along vibrant coral reefs.

Experience the stunning scenery and fascinating hill tribes of Thailand's Golden Triangle during this full-day private excursion. Enjoy an up-close encounter with the residents of Akha, Lisu, and Yao hill tribe villages and stop at the northern-most point on the Thai-Myanmar border.

Discover Hong and Panak Islands' caves tucked into Phang Nga Bay on a full-day boat tour from Phuket. Along your guided tour, kayak, explore pristine beaches, and even go for a swim in Ao Phang Nga National Park. Includes breakfast, a lunch buffet, national park fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Zoom around Phang Nga Bay on this 10-hour day trip from Phuket. Visit the fishing village of Koh Panyee and canoe around Khao Phing Kan, the island made famous in the 1974 James Bond movie. All transportation and lunch included.

Explore the natural treasures of Phang Nga Bay on this full-day boat and kayaking adventure from Phuket or Khao Lak. Paddle around the glorious limestone cliffs and inside the ancient caves of Hong Island and Panak Island, swim and soak up the sun on Lawa Island and see one of Agent 007's most iconic filming locations at James Bond Island. All equipment, a delicious buffet lunch, refreshments and round-trip hotel transport are included for a hassle-free island escape.

Take this tour for a unique experience of Chiang Mai - although hundreds of thousands of people visit Northern Thailand each year, relatively few take the time to get to know the culture of Thailand's hill tribes. On this tour visit a village inhabited by Karen people, one of Thailand's seven ethnic hill tribes, and enjoy a glimpse into their daily life.