Private Tour: Phuket Island Excursion with Big Buddha Exploration

Embark on a private tour of Phuket Island and explore its top attractions, including the magnificent Big Buddha. Marvel at the stunning beaches, visit temples, and discover the charm of Phuket Old Town. Book now!

Duration: 5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Patong Beach - 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!
  • Karon Viewpoint - 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.

  • Promthep Cape - Promthep Cape is the most South point of Phuket. The point is one of the most popular areas of Phuket and for this matter has an iconic status. Due to its location and southern facing views, it offers a picturesque view of the Andaman Sea.

Promthep Cape is also known as the ‘God’s Cape’ and ‘Laem Promthep’.It is a rocky piece of land that sticks out into the Andaman sea. It has tall cliffs that shape the point of the most southern part of Phuket Island.
Tourists flock here year in and year out to capture some of the finest pictures of sunsets seen in Phuket

  • Chaithararam Temple (Wat Chalong) - 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.
  • Methee Phuket - 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.

  • Old Phuket Town - 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.

  • Big Buddha Phuket - 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.
  • Gems Gallery Phuket - We invite you to visit the world’s largest gem factory in Phuket. This is the last stop of the tour and is OPTIONAL only.
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • All entrance fees included
  • Sampling at cashew nut factory
  • Guided by a professional local Thai guide
  • Transport in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan
  • Insurance provided
What's Not Included
  • Tips (optional)
Additional Information

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

This 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 the world’s biggest gem store. You’ll also drive through Phuket Old Town to see old Sino-Portuguese buildings.

This private tour is for 1 passenger to 8 passengers, all at the same price. This includes the guide and the driver. Tour is SHA Plus.

  • The last stop on the Morning Tour is at Gems Gallery International, the biggest gem store and factory in the world. Take advantage of complimentary soft drink, the air-conditioned lounge, the cinema and visit the factory and the enormous store with your own personal assistant. 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
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Restroom facilities available
Location
Patong Beach
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Carolyn_m
Jul 28, 2024
Perfect day - Nui was wonderful. We were picked up on time, she was a wealth of information about the culture of Thailand, took us to wonderful viewpoints, temples, Big Buddha, a gem store, Old Phuket town for some local shopping, a cashew nut factory. An absolutely perfect day. Could not ask for anything more!
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Daisy_r
Jul 20, 2024
My tour guide Yo was so... - My tour guide Yo was so friendly and accommodating. I saw much more than I expected. She really took care of ensuring I enjoyed every part of the tour. She smiles the entire trip and makes you feel like a friend. Thanks Ana for being flexible with some aspects of the tour and making it a memorable experience!
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Ulrica_h
Jun 23, 2024
Fantastic tour of Phuket island and big Buddha. Excellent guide Aida!! - Our guide Aida was phenomenal! So much energy and enthusiasm from the minute we met at our hotel lobby until the end of the afternoon. Very knowledgable and really cares about sharing the best Phuket has to offer. So much history and culture you would never get from big group tours. Do yourself a favour and get a private tour booked, you won’t regret it!!
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Cian_c
Jun 19, 2024
Thank you Yoh for being a... - Thank you Yoh for being a great guide and for showing us her love for Phuket. There were 7 of us on the tour, some have visited Phuket in the past. But she has managed to keep us all engaged throughout the tour. We were able to customise the tour according to our preference which is a bonus to us.
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Allan_s
Jun 8, 2024
Good value for money - A great tour and good value for money. The guide was very knowledgeable and the driver was very safe. I was given an itinerary but, asked if there were any parts of it I would like to change or if there was anything else I would like to see. I would fully recommend this tour to anyone. A great insight into Phuket.
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Mary_a
May 29, 2024
Fantastic and very informative - We had Woody as our tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and gave us very good information during the tour. He made us feel welcome and comfortable during the entire tour. Very accommodating and would high recommend to anyone.
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Jane_c
May 11, 2024
Our guide Nui was an... - Our guide Nui was an excellent tour guide. Very knowledgeable and personable. We would highly recommend her!
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616chrisl
Feb 10, 2024
Very well organised tour and very accommodating guide and driver. Higher recommended for small private groups. - Yoh was our guide. Together with our driver Minh (might not have spelt correctly), they were very accommodating and thought of the very little things to make our day trip very enjoyable and smooth.
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Jill_l
Dec 25, 2023
Do yourself a favor and book with them. - Great company to work with. Woody was a wonderful guide. We were able to customize the tour exactly to what we wanted to see and do.
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Filip_v
Jan 5, 2024
On our way to the Old Town of Phuket - Good driver good guide the commercial part (in the gem factory) at the end was a bit less the visit to the Big Buddha and the temple was a great experience with great panoramic views
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