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Amazing Phuket Island guided tour with Big Buddha

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$26.00

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Language: English

Availability: Everyday

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Duration: 6 hours

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Do this because

Enjoy panoramic views of 3 beaches from the Karon Viewpoint
Snap photos of the breathtaking Promthep Cape coastline
Admire the beautiful designs of Siamese architecture at Wat Chalong
See the magnificence statue of the island's Big Buddha

What to expect

This tour is designed to help newcomers to Phuket get their bearings, seeing the most popular sun-drenched beaches, the largest temple on the island, the Big Buddha and more. Everything, of course, is sparkling under the sun so you will definitely want to keep your camera handy!

After you're picked up from your hotel, make your way to Patong Beach—one of the most popular beaches in the area. Take in the view of blonde sands framed by turquoise waters and framatic rock formations just offshore. From there, continue to Karon Viewpoint, where you can enjoy panoramic views of 3 beaches—Kata, Kata Noi, and Karon.

Proceed to Promthep Cape, at the south end of Phuket Island, to snap photos of the breathtaking scenery of the coastline. Make your way to the neighboring Wat Chalong, one of the most venerated temples in Phuket. Admire the beautiful designs of Siamese architecture, and observe the practices of local Buddhist culture.

A further stop will be made so you can admire the magnificence statue of the island's Big Buddha. This is one of the most important and revered landmarks on the island and is highly recommended. The large Buddha Statue sits on top of the Hill between Chalong and Kata and, at 45 meters tall, can be seen from as far away as Phuket Town and Karon Beach. The views are simply amazingPop into a cashew factory to taste and shop for nutty souvenirs, and then cruise through the streets to admire the well-preserved and historic Sino-Portuguese architecture of the city.

What's included

Professional guide
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Entrance fees

What's not included

Gratuities (optional)

Where

Phuket, Thailand

Meeting point:

You'll be picked up directly from your accomodation in Phuket.

What to remember

Not suitable for wheelchair users

Know in advance:

this is about a private guided tour for 1 to 8 people; price is intended per group not per person. One price for 1 person or 8 persons!
please confirm the pickup place and time directly with the local operator; contact details in the voucher you'll receive after booking
if you're being picked up in Rawai, then you'll be picked up after the tour stops at Patong Beach
restroom facilities available

Provider

IAsia Thailand

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 3 days before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Camilla med familj
From United States of America - October 2024

Traveled with family

35 - 44 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Det som var tråkigt var att vägen hade regnat bort och rasat så vi kunde inte komma till Big Buddha. Annars var allt helt kanon.
Nona
From Belgium - April 2024

Traveled with family

18 - 24 years old

Average
Overall rated
3/5

Onnodige stop bij Gems Gallery ( pushy verkopers) en een stop bij cashewnoten fabriek waar je allen wat cashewnoten kan proeven om vervolgens verplich ...

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