Private Tour of Phuket Island and Big Buddha Highlights

5 hours • Not CancellablePickup availableInstant confirmationPrivate tourGuided • Operated by IAsia Thailand

Why we love it?

This private 5-hour tour begins with a visit to Patong Beach, where you can enjoy the sandy crescent shore and views of turquoise waters framed by dramatic rock formations. From there, you’ll head to Karon Viewpoint to take in panoramic vistas of Kata, Kata Noi, and Karon beaches. The journey continues to Promthep Cape, known for its striking coastline scenery, before visiting Wat Chalong, one of Phuket’s most revered Buddhist temples. You’ll also stop to admire the island’s Big Buddha, Phuket, with admission not included, before exploring Phuket Town’s historic streets featuring well-preserved Sino-Portuguese architecture. The tour includes a visit to a cashew factory for tasting and shopping, and concludes at the Gems Gallery, where you can browse before returning to your hotel. This experience suits travelers seeking a private guided introduction to Phuket’s natural beauty, cultural landmarks, and local crafts, with all entrance fees and hotel transfers included.
Private Tour of Phuket Island and Big Buddha HighlightsPrivate Tour of Phuket Island and Big Buddha HighlightsPrivate Tour of Phuket Island and Big Buddha HighlightsPrivate Tour of Phuket Island and Big Buddha HighlightsPrivate Tour of Phuket Island and Big Buddha Highlights View all (9)

Inclusions

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Return Hotel Transfers (except port)
  • Professional private local guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Entrance Fees

Exclusions

  • Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

Stop 1

Patong is a beach resort town on the west coast of Phuket Island, facing the Andaman Sea in the southwest of Thailand. Its sandy, crescent beach is lined with cafes, restaurants and bars

Picturesque cape & lookout point known for its stunning sea views, especially at sunset.

Well-known destination for picturesque views of the ocean, beaches & lush island surroundings.

Stop 4

Karon Beach refers to a beach, and the town adjoining it, on the west coast of Phuket, Thailand. The beach is a popular destination for tourists. Generally quieter than neighbouring Patong, it is popular with families and couples

Stop 5

The most important of the 29 buddhist temples of Phuket is Wat Chalong or formally Wat Chaiyathararam, located in the Chalong Subdistrict, Mueang Phuket District.

Stop 6

Phuket City, on Phuket Island, is the capital of Thailand’s Phuket Province. In the Old Town, Thalang Road is lined with colorful 19th-century shophouses and Sino-Portuguese buildings.

Stop 7

A visit to the cashew nut factory in Phuket is a must for cashew nut lovers.

The Cashew nut is a native produce that is grown in Phuket and other provinces of Southern Thailand, and are relatively cheap compared to prices in Western countries.

The Big Buddha, Phuket

Phuket's Big Buddha is one of the most important and revered landmarks on the island. The huge image sits on top of the Nakkerd Hills between Chalong and Kata and, at 45 metres tall, can be seen from as far away as Phuket Town and Karon Beach.

Please Note

  • Stroller or pram accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • All Hotels in Phuket included 

Cancellation Policy

Non-refundable booking

Similar Tours

More From IAsia Thailand