Amazing Guided Tour of Phuket Island Plus Big Buddha
Description
This five-and-a-half-hour tour takes you to the top attractions around Phuket Island, including the magnificent Big Buddha. Join us for the Morning Tour, where you'll wind along Phuket’s southern shoreline, admiring the pristine white sands, lush tropical landscapes, and the vibrant atmosphere of Patong, Karon, Kata, and Rawai beaches. You'll have fantastic photo opportunities from two scenic viewpoints, along with stops at Wat Chalong Temple, the Big Buddha, a cashew nut factory, and a souvenir shop. The tour also includes a drive through Phuket Old Town, where you can admire the charming Sino-Portuguese architecture. Private tours operate daily, with both morning and afternoon options available, accommodating 1 to 8 passengers at the same great price, offering fantastic value for your experience.
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Itinerary
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 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.
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.
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, 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 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.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up for all hotels and accommodation on Phuket Island. I Asia Thailand will contact you with your pick up time before the tour.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Restroom facilities available
- If you are being picked up in Rawai, you will be picked up after the tour stops at Patong Beach.
- The last stop on the Morning Tour is at a Souvenir Shop. 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.
- Please note to visit your temple you should bring with you or wear clothing to cover your shoulders and legs.
- Infant seats are available but cannot be guaranteed. They are on a 'first booked-first served basis'
- 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
Reviews(290)
A really great experience. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and we were chauffeured around in a very comfortable air conditioned vehicle. They couldn’t do enough for us and ensured that we were comfortable and had enough time in each stop off.
Dear Jacqui_T, Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We are delighted to hear that you had such an 'amazing' experience exploring Phuket with us. It is great to know that you enjoyed the comfort of our air-conditioned vehicle and that our guide’s knowledge added value to your journey. We believe that a great tour shouldn't feel rushed, so I’m especially glad to hear the team ensured you had plenty of time at each stop, including the Big Buddha. We look forward to welcoming you back to the island soon! Best regards, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
Basically drove us around the southern part of island with a few stops. Guide seemed uninterested and was on her phone for the most part. Driver was very kind and tried hard to interact with us even given limited English. Not sure what the purpose of guide was
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. We are surprised by your 'skip it' recommendation, as our records and the guide's report show that the 5-hour itinerary—including the Big Buddha, the temple, and the viewpoints—was completed exactly as described. Our team is dedicated to ensuring a great experience, and our guides are always available to adjust the pace or address concerns on the spot if a guest mentions them. As there was no mention of dissatisfaction during the tour, we were under the impression you enjoyed the day. Generally, if a guest is unhappy, we encourage them to speak up so we can fix the situation on the spot—especially given the length of the tour. Since a tip was provided at the end, we were under the impression you were satisfied. You can contact us anytime as we are happy to show you the reports. Thanks. Paul
This was an excellent tour, I hope the big Buddha can open again soon. The remainder of the tour was very good
Hi Rob, Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re really glad you enjoyed the tour and had a great experience exploring Phuket. Hopefully, the Big Buddha will reopen soon so future guests can fully enjoy this iconic site too. However I hope you enjoyed the area we took you to see the Big Buddha. We're happy the rest of the tour still made a positive impression on you. Thanks, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
We booked the private tour and our guide Yo and our driver were wonderful we weren’t feeling well they day we arrived and they adjusted the tour for us to accommodate. Really appreciated the flexibility.
Dear Regina, Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time on your private tour of Phuket, and that our guide Yo and driver were able to make the day more comfortable for you. Your well-being is always our priority, and we’re glad the team could adjust the itinerary to suit your needs. Wishing you a speedy recovery and many more great travel experiences ahead. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Warm regards, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
Really great experience The The tour guide Lady she was great didn't rushes just put it all in our own time really great
Hi Jesse, Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re so glad to hear you had a great experience on your guided tour of Phuket. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed the relaxed pace and felt well taken care of by our lovely guide. We always aim to make our tours comfortable and flexible so you can fully enjoy each moment. We hope to welcome you back again in the future! Warm regards, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
A good way to get an overview of Phuket if you are only here for a short time. As this was a private tour we were able to customize it which worked well for us.
Dear Lucy, Thank you for your review! We’re glad to hear that our guided tour gave you a great overview of Phuket, especially with the flexibility of a private tour. Customization is one of the best parts of a private experience, and we’re happy it worked well for you. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you on another adventure in the future! 🌴🚗✨ Thanks, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
It was very good. Our tour guide and driver were very professional and kind. The tour was four hours which was enough to stop and visit many places and we still had half of the day for us.
Dear Mariya, We’re so glad to hear you had an enjoyable experience on the Phuket Island Guided Tour! It’s wonderful to know that your guide and driver made the day both professional and memorable. We’re happy that the 4-hour tour allowed you to explore many of the island’s highlights while still leaving you with plenty of time to relax and enjoy the rest of your day. We hope to welcome you again on your next trip to Phuket! Thanks, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
We had a great time. We ended up being the only ones on the tour, which was very nice. They provided detailed explanations and answered all our questions.
Dear Bhaves, We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience on our Phuket Island Guided Tour and enjoyed your visit to the Big Buddha. It's always our goal to provide unforgettable experiences, and we're delighted that we were able to exceed your expectations. We hope to welcome you back again soon for more adventures in Phuket! Regards, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
The guide was very personable. We really enjoyed walking through old town Phuket. The giant Buddha was very impressive.
Hello Carol, Thank you for your fantastic review of the Amazing Phuket Island Tour! We're delighted you enjoyed the Big Buddha and found the guide and transportation to your satisfaction. We appreciate your recommendation and hope you'll spread the word! Regards, Nick (IAsia Thailand Online)
Great way to see most of the island of Phuket. Our guide, Phone , had an excellent command of the English language and was really knowledgeable. We were given 40 minutes of free time in the old town to shop. Had a great lunch there. Would certainly recommend taking this tour.
Dear David, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with our Amazing Phuket Island Guided Tour & Big Buddha excursion. We are delighted to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed your time exploring the beauty and cultural richness of Phuket with us. Our team takes great pride in curating memorable experiences for our guests, and it's fantastic to know that our tour exceeded your expectations. Once again, thank you for choosing our tour and for taking the time to share your feedback. Should you have any further questions or if there's anything else we can assist you with, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Warm regards, Nick
