Phuket: Best Itinerary Ideas
How many days do you need in Phuket?
- Most travelers spend 5-7 days in Phuket
- With 8 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip
- The most common extensions are Bangkok and Chiang Mai
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Recommended Itineraries for Phuket
Recommended Itinerary for 8 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Phuket, Free Time | Phuket |
| Day 2 | Boat Trip to the Phi Phi Islands, Cabaret Show | Phuket |
| Day 3 | Explore Phang Nga Bay by Speedboat | Phuket |
| Day 4 | Explore Coral, Racha & Maiton Islands by Speedboat | Phuket |
| Day 5 | Jungle Adventure Day in Phuket | Phuket |
| Day 6 | Explore the Similan Islands by Speedboat | Phuket |
| Day 7 | Phuket Half-Day City Tour, Muay Thai Performance | Phuket |
| Day 8 | Depart Phuket |
Phuket is Thailand's most famous beach destination, but there's more to this itinerary than chilling on the sand. Over the course of eight days, you'll take a boat to the Phi Phi Islands, snorkel around the protected Similan Islands, and kayak in Phang Nga Bay. There will also be some land activities like ziplining, ATV riding, and exploring Old Phuket Town on your own and with a local guide. Read more
Extended Itineraries
8-Day Itinerary Including Bangkok & Chiang Mai
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Bangkok, Explore | Bangkok |
| Day 2 | Visit the Grand Palace & Wat Pho, Evening River Dinner Cruise | Bangkok |
| Day 3 | Fly to Chiang Mai, Explore | Chiang Mai |
| Day 4 | Full-Day Elephant Jungle Sanctuary | Chiang Mai |
| Day 5 | Fly to Phuket, Explore | Phuket |
| Day 6 | Kayaking Trip in Phang Nga Bay | Phuket |
| Day 7 | Phuket Beach Relaxation | Phuket |
| Day 8 | Depart Phuket |
If you've ever dreamed of Thailand, this 8-day adventure covers the highlights with a perfect mix of guided tours and free time. Start off in vibrant Bangkok for iconic Buddhist sites and a gourmet dinner cruise on the Chao Phraya River. Then fly north to Chiang Mai to explore the Old Town on foot and spend a day with elephants. Finish off in Phuket, where you'll kayak, island-hop, and relax on gorgeous white sand beaches. Read more
8-Day Itinerary Including Bangkok
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Bangkok, Self-Guided Exploration | Bangkok |
| Day 2 | Explore Bangkok by Public Transport | Bangkok |
| Day 3 | Visit Authentic Thai Railway & Floating Markets | Bangkok |
| Day 4 | Fly to Phuket, Self-Guided Exploration | Phuket |
| Day 5 | Learn How to Take Care of Elephants | Phuket |
| Day 6 | Speedboat Day Trip to the Phi Phi Islands | Phuket |
| Day 7 | Beach Day in Phuket | Phuket |
| Day 8 | Depart Phuket |
This eight-day city-and-beach adventure showcases the best bits of two of Thailand's most-loved locations—with the perfect mix of diverse sightseeing and total relaxation. Travel by Skytrain, speedboat, tuk-tuk, and long-tail boat; hit the shops and the beach; see movie-star settings and local family-run workshops; visit glittering temples and neon-lit bars. Then venture into the forest to spend time with majestic Asian elephants, joining them for a mud bath and a swim in the river. Read more
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