Amazing Phuket Island Guided Tour & Big Buddha

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Duration:5 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Location: Phuket, Southern Thailand and Andaman Coast

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This five and a half hour tour brings you to the top attractions around Phuket Island including the magnificent Big Buddha.

Join us for the Morning Tour which has you winding along Phuket’s southern shoreline, marvelling at white sands, lush tropical flora and the unique vibe of Patong, Karon, Kata and Rawai beaches. The photo opportunities will be particularly fantastic from two viewpoints and other stops at Wat Chalong Temple, The Big Buddha plus a cashew nut factory and a souvenir shop. You'll also drive through Phuket Old Town to see old Sino-Portuguese buildings.

The Shared Afternoon tour operates Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays only.

Private Tours operate daily twice a day, morning and afternoon and is for 1 - 8 passengers at the same price so fantastic value for money

WHAT'S INCLUDED

WHAT TO EXPECT

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Patong Beach is the true heart of Phuket, and what makes it so attractive to many. Patong is big, bold, crowded, bright and loud. And yet millions of people flock here every year like flies on honey. If Bangkok is the Big Mango, then Patong is the Big Durian: you’ll love Patong!
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Karon Viewpoint is one of the most frequented viewpoints in Phuket. From here, it is possible to take in views of Kata Noi, Kata Yai and Karon beaches. Karon Viewpoint is not visited on the Afternoon Sunset Tour. Located between Nai Harn and Kata Noi beaches, the viewpoint is busy most days of the year and is a staple of many tour itineraries. Called locally ‘Khao Saam Haad’ (Three Beaches Hill), the local municipality for some reason has officially renamed it ‘Karon Viewpoint’. It’s located just to the south of Kata Noi Beach and looks out directly out to the Andaman Sea but most people have their cameras trained due north at the undeniably impressive eight-kilometre vista of the three west coast beaches in the background.
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Of the many temples found on Phuket island, the Wat Chalong temple is the largest and most revered. The temple complex was built in its current location in 1837. Some remains of older structures have been found, however it is unknown exactly how old they are. The large grounds of Wat Chalong that is officially named Wat Chaitararam contains a viharn, a mondop, a ubosot, a chedi containing a secret relic, a sala and a crematorium.
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A tour of a 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.
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Old Phuket Town, is an area of historical interest in Phuket City. The main streets of Old Phuket Town are Thalang, Phang Nga, Krabi, Dibuk, and Yoawarat. Old Phuket Town is noted for Sino-Portuguese buildings on both sides of the street. During the Afternoon Tour we will stop and this will be a Walking Tour for about 45minutes. Only during the Morning Tour will we pass through some streets without actually stopping.
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Big Buddha Phuket is a 45-meter-tall white marble statue visible from anywhere in the southern part of Phuket. It is probably at the top of everyone’s ‘Must-Do in Phuket‘, and for a good reason. The views from up there are breathtaking. The statue is built with people’s donation and is still under construction. If you feel like doing something to help to finish the broad base of the Buddha, you can sponsor a piece of white marble for 300 to 1,000 baht depending on the size.

ADDITIONAL INFO

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Restroom facilities available
• If you are being picked up in Rawai, you will be picked up after the tour stops at Patong Beach.
• The last stop on the Morning Tour is at a Souvenir Shop. You may CHOOSE to stay here for as long as you want OR leave straight away, the choice is yours and your guide will see that you receive transportation back to your hotel as quickly as possible.
• Please note to visit your temple you should bring with you or wear clothing to cover your shoulders and legs.
• Should your travel plans change, do not worry. I Asia Thailand will do all possible to change your booking to fit with your new travel arrangements free of charge.
• Infant seats are available but cannot be guaranteed. They are on a 'first booked-first served basis'
• One of Phuket's largest sources of income comes from Cashew Nuts. A brief, yet popular, visit will be made to one of the island's first Cashew Nut factories. Enjoy free samples. Any purchases are optional and at your own expense

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Posted By : Bhavesh_P
We had a great time. We ended up being the only ones on the tour, which was very nice. They provided detailed explanations and answered all our questions.
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Posted On : 2024-05-10 09:25:39

Posted By : carol_p
The guide was very personable. We really enjoyed walking through old town Phuket. The giant Buddha was very impressive.
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Posted On : 2024-03-16 00:35:12

Posted By : david_b
Great way to see most of the island of Phuket. Our guide, Phone , had an excellent command of the English language and was really knowledgeable. We were given 40 minutes of free time in the old town to shop. Had a great lunch there. Would certainly recommend taking this tour.
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Posted On : 2024-03-11 15:44:15

Posted By : Suzanne_F
Unable to participate due to only having shorts and no long skirt. Somehow $60 tour ended up costing me $280 and never even got in the bus.
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Posted On : 2024-03-06 17:52:02

Posted By : Rob_B
Amazing way to see a lot of the tourist highlights. The van is really comfortable and you get to spend flexible time on the sights you want to see.
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Posted On : 2024-01-01 17:03:39

Posted By : Thomas_C
We enjoyed learning the culture and experiencing the local food. Attha was an excellent tour guide. She was informative and accommodating to our needs.
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Posted On : 2023-12-26 03:31:48

Posted By : Jordan_C
This tour was in truly amazing - well organised and very knowledgeable we loved the whole trip - would 100% recommend to see the sights of Phuket
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Posted On : 2023-11-28 14:15:51

Posted By : Mary_J
Had a great tour. Simmy was wonderful and very knowledgeable. Big Budda was amazing. Enjoyed our experience in Putket City. Amazing food!
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Posted On : 2023-11-25 03:18:19

Posted By : Steven_C
We were informed just before our hotel pick up time there would be a one hour delay as our transport had broken down. It turned into an hour and a half but this worked out better as we ended up with a private guided tour. Yo, our guide, was brilliant as was our driver Noom. She was full of knowledge and conversation and five hours flew by. All the stops were interesting, the Big Buddha is amazing and the sights were fantastic. Would highly recommend (and make sure you try the Tom Yum cashew nuts. Delicious!!)
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Posted On : 2023-10-21 23:24:49

Posted By : 289bobv
Excellent tour with the guide very informative and knowledgeable. Visited the Big Buddha, old Phuket and an old farm where we had a great lunch
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Posted On : 2023-10-14 10:02:38