Southern Thailand Family Holiday
Southern Thailand Family Holiday
Southern Thailand Family Holiday
8 Days Starting and ending in Phuket, Thailand
Visiting: Phuket, Khao Sok National Park, Phrom Lok, Krabi
Tour operator:
Tour code:
TTFS
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Age range:
5-99
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Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable Southern Thailand Family Holiday, where adventure and cultural immersion await. Begin your journey in vibrant Phuket, then venture into the lush Khao Sok National Park, home to ancient jungles and diverse wildlife. Cruise the serene Cheow Lan Lake, kayak amidst stunning limestone karsts, and explore hidden caves. Experience authentic Thai life with a homestay in Phrom Lok, where you'll enjoy home-cooked meals, bike through scenic landscapes, and try your hand at batik painting. Relax on Krabi's idyllic beaches, or dive into thrilling activities like rock climbing and snorkeling. Visit the Royal Thai Navy Sea Turtle Conservation Center to learn about local conservation efforts. With a perfect blend of nature, culture, and relaxation, this family-friendly tour offers a unique glimpse into the heart of Thailand.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Phuket
Location: Phuket
Accommodation: Nai Yang Beach Resort & Spa
Accommodation Name: Nai Yang Beach Resort & Spa
Sa-wat dee! Welcome to Phuket, Thailand’s largest and most popular island, full of sun-soaked coastal views. It has excellent beaches, a huge array of restaurants serving local flavours, comfortable hotels and shopping options – so you might want to consider arriving with the family a couple of days early. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 5 pm today. After, why not head out for a dinner to get to know your leader and fellow travellers a bit better?
Day 2: Khao Sok National Park
Location: Khao Sok National Park
Accommodation: The Cliff & River Jungle Resort
Accommodation Name: The Cliff & River Jungle Resort
This morning, say farewell to Phuket and hop on a private transfer to Kaho Sok National Park. Along the way, you’ll stop in at the Royal Thai Navy Sea Turtle Conservation Center in Phang Nga. Learn about how the Navy rescues eggs from surrounding beaches and their environmental efforts to ensure the conservation of turtles and to preserve the environment with local communities, schools, universities, government organisations and other NGOs. Arrive at Khao Sok National Park and enjoy a free afternoon to get settled into your surroundings. The national park is one of the most unique locations in Thailand with some of the oldest jungles in the world. Surrounded by amazing limestone rock faces and monkeys hiding in the trees, kids will love swimming in the resort pool. In the evening, you might like to take an evening safari with your group, where you’ll head deep into the jungle, looking (and listening) out for more animals.
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Day 3: Khao Sok National Park
Location: Khao Sok National Park
Accommodation: The Cliff & River Jungle Resort
Accommodation Name: The Cliff & River Jungle Resort
Meals Included: Lunch
Start the day by hopping on a private vehicle and travelling through pristine jungle to the stunning Cheow Lan Lake. There, you’ll hop in a traditional longtail boat for a calm sail to one of its many islands. With limestone karst hills rising almost 1000 metres into the air and surrounded by beautiful green waters, the area is incredibly picturesque. With the family you’ll trek to an island cave, with its eerie stalactites, bats hanging from the ceiling and subterranean streams at your feet. Enjoy lunch in a local raft-house before having free time to relax, swim or kayak around the lake to search for wildlife. The water is clear and full of aquatic life, and you might spot hornbills, langurs, macaques or gibbons above water. After, return to your accommodation for the night and fall asleep to the relaxing sound of the jungle outside.
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Day 4: Phrom Lok Village
Location: Phrom Lok
Accommodation: Homestay
Accommodation Name: homestay
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Take a private transfer to the Phrom Lok District this morning, where you’ll get to spend a night during a unique homestay experience. Once you arrive, meet the locals and immerse yourself in everyday life as you take on their daily activities and gain an insight into their culture. Enjoy a home-cooked lunch together, then hop on two wheels for a cycling adventure around the community. Cycle to Phrom Lok Waterfall and cool off with a swim (depending on the season), then discover Phrom Khiri District, passing the locals and their leafy surrounds. Tonight, you’ll tuck into an authentic home-cooked dinner of southern Thai food, then you’ll try your hand at the art of Batik painting (a textile technique that uses wax and dye to create patterns on pieces of fabric).
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Day 5: Krabi
Location: Krabi
Accommodation: Krabi Tipa Resort
Accommodation Name: Krabi Tipa Resort
Meals Included: Lunch
Start the day with breakfast with the locals, then head out on the bike again to visit a local mushroom farm and rubber plantation, and see a grass broom-making demonstration. After, refuel with lunch back at the village, then say goodbye to your hosts and head to Ao Nang. This resort town is known for its gorgeous beaches, colourful sunsets and limestone islands that jut out from the still seas. After checking in to your accommodation, you may like to take a long tail boat a short distance to the stunning Railay Beach for an afternoon of swimming, relaxing and exploring with your family.
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Day 6: Krabi
Location: Krabi
Accommodation: Krabi Tipa Resort
Accommodation Name: Krabi Tipa Resort
Today is a free day for you and the family to do as you like. Sun-seekers will fall in love with Krabi's unspoilt beaches, the spectacular cliffs will tempt avid rock climbers, while snorkelling fans can embark on a Krabi diving adventure. If you love getting out on the water and exploring islands, then consider taking a trip by boat to explore Phi Phi Island, Hong Island or the famous 4 Island tour, all surrounded by white sandy beaches perfect for swimming and snorkelling.
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Day 7: Phuket
Location: Phuket
Accommodation: Nai Yang Beach Resort & Spa
Accommodation Name: Nai Yang Beach Resort & Spa
After breakfast, say goodbye to Krabi and hit the road headed back to Phuket, stopping for lunch along the way. Once you’ve checked into your accommodation, head out for a leader-led walk around Phuket’s Old Town, learning about the city’s history as a tin mining hub, wandering past the colourful shop fronts and following the smells of the many incredible restaurants in the area. For dinner tonight, you might like to try one of them out for a final group dinner together.
Optional Activities:
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Day 8: Phuket
Location: Phuket
There are no activities planned for the final day and you are free to depart any time following check-out. If you’d like to stay in Thailand for longer (we wouldn’t blame you), just speak to your booking agent and be sure to your leader for their recommendations on the best family-friendly activities.
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What's Included
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Accommodation
Resort (6 nights), Homestay (1 night) -
Meals
7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 1 dinners -
Phang Nga - Royal Thai Navy Sea Turtle Conservation Center
Visit the Royal Thai Navy Sea Turtle Conservation Center to learn about turtle conservation efforts.
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Khao Sok - Cheow Lan Lake tour
Enjoy a tour of Cheow Lan Lake in Khao Sok National Park.
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Khao Sok - Kayak and swim at lake raft house
Kayak and swim at a lake raft house in Khao Sok National Park.
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Phrom Lok – Waterfall Visit
Visit a waterfall in the Phrom Lok area.
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Phrom Lok – Home-cooked Dinner
Enjoy a home-cooked dinner in Phrom Lok.
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Phrom Lok – Bike Hire
Hire a bike for a cycling adventure in Phrom Lok.
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Phrom Lok – Community Visit and Homestay
Experience a community visit and homestay in Phrom Lok.
What's Not Included
Optional ActivitiesOptional activities such as canoeing in Khao Sok National Park, transport to Railay Beach, and various tours in Ao Nang are not included.
Transport
Private Minivan , Longtail boat , Bike
Accommodation
GENERAL ROOMING CONFIGURATIONS:Family of two: All family groupings of two will be accommodated in a twin room.Family of three: Wherever possible we will put you in a triple room. Please be aware that in some places triple rooms are in short supply. This means that a triple room will often be a twin room with a rollaway bed or mattress on the floor. Where triple rooms aren’t available it will be at your discretion which of your family takes the single room.Family of four or more: You will most likely be accommodated in two twin rooms. Where possible, we will accommodate your family in a quadruple room.While we do our very best to ensure that family groups are roomed close together (in some cases, we can arrange adjoining rooms), we can’t guarantee this. Most family holidays occur during peak season and we sometimes have little to no control over the exact placement of rooms within a hotel. Please be understanding if we are unable to room your family in immediate proximity of one another.
Important Information
1. This trip is for families. All groups must be travelling with at least one child under the age of 18 to book, and anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.2.. Minimum age: 5 years old.3. A discount of 10% applies on this trip to children 17 or younger at the time of travel.4. A single supplement is available to purchase if you would prefer to have your own room. The single supplement is subject to availability and excludes Day 4 (Homestay) where you will be staying in the home of a local family. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with private minivan transfers, explore the serene waters on a longtail boat, and enjoy cycling adventures with bike hire. This diverse transportation ensures a seamless and enjoyable journey through Southern Thailand.
Accommodation
Accommodation is tailored for families, with options for twin, triple, or quadruple rooms. While efforts are made to keep family groups close, room proximity cannot be guaranteed during peak seasons. Homestay experiences are also included, offering a unique cultural immersion.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of wildlife might we see during the tour?
During the tour, you might spot wildlife such as macaques, gibbons, hornbills, and langurs, especially when kayaking around Cheow Lan Lake or during the evening safari in Khao Sok National Park.
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What activities are included in the homestay experience in Phrom Lok?
The homestay experience in Phrom Lok includes meeting local families, enjoying a home-cooked meal, participating in daily activities, cycling to Phrom Lok Waterfall, and trying your hand at Batik painting.
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What is the minimum age requirement for this tour?
The minimum age requirement for this tour is 5 years old.
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Are there any discounts available for children on this tour?
Yes, a discount of 10% applies to children 17 or younger at the time of travel.
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What type of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour uses a private minivan, longtail boats, and bikes for transportation.
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Can I have a single room during the tour?
A single supplement is available for purchase if you prefer to have your own room, subject to availability. However, this excludes Day 4 during the homestay, where you will be staying with a local family.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers around the world for over 30 years
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has supported over 130 organisations across the world. We’re creating positive impact through the joy of travel, community and connection.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Over 50% of traveller travel solo with Intrepid. You can choose to share a room with another solo travelle of the same sex for no additional charge, or choose to pay a single supplement if you’d like your own room. Please request this when booking, and we will secure you a single supplement wherever possible. Please note, if you are booking a last-minute trip, it may be harder for us to secure a single room
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Low Deposit
Intrepid Travel requires a minimum deposit of 400 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of intrepid travel charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.
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