Immerse yourself in the beauty and culture of Phuket on this day tour. Visit stunning viewpoints, explore a historic monastery, and discover the essence of Sino-Portuguese architecture.
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Phuket Sandbox By Sun Leisure World - 08:00 AM (Morning Tours) / 1:00 PM (Afternoon Tours) - Pick-up time at Patong. If you’re staying far from Patong, your pick-up time might be earlier, or around 8:30 AM if you’re in Karon or Kata. Join us for pick-up or we will start our tours from here, picking up other guests around Patong to visit Karon View Point. We will also pick up guests in Kata and Karon. Travel time to Karon View Point is 30-60 minutes depending on traffic conditions. Please note that our schedule may vary due to traffic.
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Karon Viewpoint - 9:00 AM (Morning Tours) / 2:00 PM (Afternoon Tours): Depart from your hotel to visit Karon View Point. Enjoy the panoramic view from the top of the hill, with sights of Kata Noi, Karon beaches, and Kata Yai. Locally known as Khao Saam Haad, meaning Three Beaches Hill, Karon Viewpoint is the most photographed spot in Phuket. It offers stunning views of the blue sea, white surf, sandy beaches, the nearby island Koh Pu, and the lush green hills of Phuket. Karon Viewpoint is a must-visit in Phuket. Next, we will head to see the Big Buddha, an iconic attraction in Phuket. Travel time may vary from 20-40 minutes depending on traffic.
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Big Buddha Phuket - Please note that the Big Buddha Temple has experienced a landslide and is not advisable to visit up close. However, we can still view the Big Buddha from a distance. The damage is expected to be repaired by September. 10:00 AM (Morning Tours) / 3:00 PM (Afternoon Tours): Big Buddha Phuket is one of the island’s most important and revered landmarks. The massive statue sits atop the Nakkerd Hills between Chalong and Kata and, at 45 meters tall, can be seen from as far away as Phuket Town and Karon Beach.
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Chaithararam Temple (Wat Chalong) - 11:00 AM (Morning Tours) / 4:00 PM (Afternoon Tours): Visit Wat Chalong, Phuket’s most beautiful and renowned monastery. It houses the gilt statues of monk-hero Luang Pho Chaem and his assistant Luang Pho Chuang, both highly revered by locals for their roles in quelling the miner rebellion in 1876. Next, we will visit the Cashew Nut Factory to experience local cashew nut farming, which will take 15 minutes.
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Old Phuket Town - 12:15 PM (Morning Tours) / 5:15 PM (Afternoon Tours): Explore the Sino-Portuguese town of Old Phuket Town. Discover the Baba community’s heritage in its architecture, commerce, clothing, and lifestyle. The heart of Old Town consists of five main roads and several small streets: Rasada Rd, Phang Nga Rd, Thalang Rd, Dibuk Rd, and Krabi Rd. You can have lunch here before we return you to your pick-up locations. Get ready to enjoy some food.
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Phuket Sandbox By Sun Leisure World - 1:15 PM (Morning Tours) / 6:15 PM (Afternoon Tours): We will return to our starting point in about 45-60 minutes. Guests staying in Old Town Phuket will be dropped off first, followed by those in Karon and Kata, and finally, Patong and our office meeting point. Depending on your location, you will be dropped off at your hotel with wonderful memories and a rich history of Phuket. See you again for another experience. Please note that our schedule may vary due to traffic.
- Hotel pickup & drop off (Please select the correct pick up area during booking)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
Treat yourself to spectacular sights and cultural indulgences on this day tour of Phuket. Stroll along idyllic beaches, visit cashew nut factory, enjoy view from Karon Hill point, and marvel at the historic Wat Chalong monastery while listening to insights from your knowledgeable guide
- Discovering Phuket’s rich culture & heritage in a day
- Scenic drive across the island, passing by iconic beaches
- Big Buddha, spiritual site with breathtaking views of the island
- Wat Chalong, Phuket’s most famous & beautiful monastery
- Great perspective over the city at the Karon viewpoint
- Explore the true essence of Sino-Portuguese architecture
- We are SHA Plus certified. A certificate awarded to an organisation proving that they have approved Covid-19 health and preventative protocols in place and that 70% or more of all employees have been fully vaccinated.
- Minimum 2 pax is required to start for Join Tour, we might cancel the tour with full refund or bring you forward to the next schedule if minimum travelers not meet.
- 48 hours is needed to arrange for tour with special language other than English, we have the right to cancel with full refund if booking is made less than 48 hours
- When visiting temples visitors should ensure they are suitably dressed. No short pants or sleeveless tops, as a general rule knees and shoulders should be covered
- Please be informed that Big Buddha Temple has faced a landslide and it is not adviceable to visit, however we can still show Big Buddha from distance, The landslide damage is expected to rebuild by September
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
