Bangkok, Phuket & Bali
12 Days
Overview:
If you’re looking for blissful sunshine, clear, warm waters, and fascinating culture, it doesn’t get much better than beautiful Southeast Asia. From the hustle and bustle of glorious Bangkok to the exquisite dining and marvelous views of Phuket to Bali’s tropical sunshine and island offerings, our comprehensive tour of the region truly is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Experience Bangkok’s famous sights and sounds from the bow of a luxurious private boat before taking a scenic tour through the historic city with a knowledgeable personal guide. Afterwards, enjoy a short flight south to Phuket’s beautiful beaches and incredible views. Here, you’ll gain exclusive access to the quaint town itself and have an opportunity to dine at tasty local eateries in a locale most can only dream of. Finally, head even further south to Bali- where stunning views are a standard, and the tropical sunsets will make you think you’re in heaven. With mountainous coffee farms, lush rice terraces, sandy beaches, and water as blue as the sky, we don’t expect you’ll want to leave anytime soon.
3 Days in Bangkok
3 Days in Phuket
4 Days in Ubud
3 Days in Jimbaran
The Plan:
Day 1 Bangkok
Welcome to Thailand! A smiling hostess will meet you at the airport, before you’re fast-tracked through the visa process and whisked into your personal car. Your driver will make the short trip to your hotel, and, in no time at all, you’ll be relaxing in the nation’s capital.
Day 2 Bangkok (Full Day Tour)
After a tasty breakfast, a friendly English-speaking guide will escort you to historic Wat-Po- one of the oldest, largest, and most breathtaking temples in the city. After you’ve had your fill, you’ll visit the majestic Grand Palace, where we suggest you keep your camera handy! After you’re done snapping away, you’ll enjoy a scenic boat tour of the city, before visiting the powerful and serene Wat Arun temple.
Day 3 Bangkok (Half Day Tour)
Bangkok isn’t all busy roads and commercial businesses. At 7 in the morning, your guide will take you on a journey to the more intimate side of the metropolis. You’ll stroll through small, quiet alleyways, gaze at beautiful architecture, and enjoy sites like the Giant Swing that are all too often overlooked.
Day 4 Bangkok – Phuket (1.5 hours)
Today you’ll fly south to the lovely island of Phuket. Your private driver will transport you from your hotel to the airport, and, upon arrival, another friendly driver will transport you to your lodging at your new destination. Your day of travel promises to be both a smooth and seamless experience!
Day 5 Phuket (Half Day Tour)
Today, instead of breakfast at your hotel, your guide will escort you to Dim Sum- an island secret known for its incredibly fresh ingredients and wonderful ambience. The deliciousness will continue with a tour of some of the best restaurants on the island- including local favorites Curry Roti and Sini-Thai.
Day 6 Phuket
Your last day in Phuket’s island oasis can be spent however you see fit. Spend the morning tanning poolside, cool off at one of the world-class beaches, or tackle some more island cuisine. The choice is yours!
Day 7 Phuket – Denpasar, Bali (4 hours). Denpasar – Ubud (1 hour 10 minutes)
our private driver will pick you up and take you to the airport, where you’ll board a 4-hour flight to Bali. Upon your arrival at the nation’s capital, you’ll be escorted through security and transported, via private car, to your beautifully furnished lodgings in the mountainous Ubud region.
Day 8 Ubud (10 hours Tour)
Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you’ll drive to a small local village and embark on a trek among exotic plantations, before cooling off at a picturesque waterfall. Then, you’ll explore the UNESCO rice terraces and enjoy a Munduk Nature Walk, before ending the day at Jatiluwih and Batukara Temple, one of the holiest places on the island.
Day 9 Ubud (9-hour tour)
Gaze in awe at the Kerta Gosa Halls of Justice and their spectacular architecture in the morning, the incredible Temples of Besakih in the afternoon, and enjoy a special visit to Kintamani and Gunung Kawi as the day comes to an end.
Day 10 Ubud – Jimbaran (1.5 hours by car)
Your guide will meet you in the morning and transport you to the otherworldly paradise otherwise known as Jimbaran. This beach resort will provide ample entertainment and incredible scenery for hours on end. When the fun becomes too much to handle, you’ll be escorted back to your hotel to relax and unwind.
Day 11 Jimbaran (4-hour Sunset Tour)
Wake up, lounge about in the morning, and enjoy the day as you see fit before you travel to the Uluwatu Temple in the evening. Here, you’ll witness one of the most incredible sunsets on the planet, as you watch a traditional Kecak Dance performed by the locals.
Day 12 Jimbaran – Departure (25 minutes)
Your last morning in Bali will be a relaxing one, as you prepare to bid farewell to the sights and sounds of the tropical oasis you’ve called home for the last two weeks. In the afternoon, your guide will escort you to the airport, where you’ll board a flight back home. You may be leaving physically, but we’re willing to bet a piece of your soul will always remain right here, in paradise.
Must See:
Bangkok:
Wat Arun (The Temple of Dawn), The Grand Palace, Floating Market, Temple of the Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho), Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit), Jim Thompson House, The Golden Mount (Wat Saket), Khao San Road, Chao Phraya River
Phuket:
Phang Nga Bay, Old Phuket Town, Phi Island, Big Buddha, Wat Chalong, Phuket FantaSea Show, Simon Cabaret Show
Ubud:
Ubud Monkey Forest, Goa Gajah, Agung Rai Museum, Neka Art Museum.
Jimbaran:
Balangan Beach, Pantai Tegal Wangi.
Bali:
Uluwatu Temple, Tanah Lot Temple, Goa Gojah, Ubud Monkey Forest, Ubud Market, Waterbom Bali, Mount Agung, Mount Batur, Rice Terraces
Memory Makers:
Bangkok
Romantic Dinner Cruise on Chaophraya River in Bangkok
Watch the lights of greater Bangkok sparkle from the city’s Chao Phraya River during this romantic 2-hour dinner cruise. Expertly crafted cocktails, live music, a smiling, friendly crew, and a candlelit buffet dinner await you. Excellently crafted cocktails, live music, and a candlelit buffet dinner await you!
Bridge on the River Kwai and Thailand-Burma Railway Tour
Take a memorable ride on the Thailand–Burma Railway- a fixture known for the thousands of POWs and slaves who lost their lives in building it. Regarded as the Death Railway by many, you’ll learn why so many paid the ultimate price for its construction. Later, visit the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery and the Jeath War Museum- both stunning memorials of fateful events in Southeast Asia’s history.
Phuket
Canoe Cave Explorer Phang Nga Bay Tour
Paddle off for a day of adventure on this 7-hour kayaking tour of the caves, cliffs and islands in Phang Nga Bay. The surreal landscape, made famous by the James Bond film ‘Man With a Golden Gun,’ offers both fascinating geology and stunning views.
Phuket to Phi Phi Islands by Speedboat
On this Phi Phi Island excursion, hitch a speedboat ride from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi for some quality beach time. Later, enjoy a guided tour of what are widely considered the most beautiful islands in the Andaman Sea. Here, you’ll discover the tropical landscape of Maya Bay, enjoy a beachside lunch, and spend your free time snorkeling and swimming at a secluded spot.
Ubud
Bali Cooking Class
Learn the cuisine and intricate food culture of Bali during a hands-on cooking class in Ubud. Start with a visit to the morning market (Tuesdays and Thursdays only), before preparing a variety of dishes under the tutelage of an experienced chef.
Private Tour: Ubud and Tanah Lot Day Tour
See the best of Bali on this full-day private tour of Ubud and Tanah Lot. You’ll enjoy the nation’s renowned art centre, rice terraces, a monkey forest, coffee plantations, and Tanah Lot Temple, and, most importantly, have an opportunity to immerse yourself, if only for a day, in traditional Balinese culture.
Jimbaran
Bali Reef Cruise and Lembongan Island Day Trip
On this full-day Bali excursion, explore the iridescent waters surrounding the idyllic island of Nusa Lembongan. Chauffeured via private pontoon, you’ll have the opportunity to plunge into the crystal clear waters and enjoy a myriad of exhilarating activities.
Bali Sunset Dinner Cruise
Sail over the shimmering seas surrounding Bali on an enchanting 3-hour sunset dinner cruise. Admire spectacular views of the Benoa coast and harbour as the setting sun casts an incandescent glow over the water. Pleasure your palate with a cosmopolitan buffet of Indonesian and international specialties, and enjoy live music and an entertaining cabaret show!
Weather and climate
Thailand
Thailand's climate is tropical with an average annual temperature of 82°F and high humidity. There are three distinct seasons – the hot season from March to May, the cool season from November to February, and the rainy season from June to October.
Indonesia
Bali's location near the equator gives it a warm, tropical climate that makes it a huge draw for tourists and adventurers. With an average year-round temperature of around 30°C, we think it’s safe to say the lush island really is a paradise!
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