What this trip is really like
Written for two: quiet beaches on Phuket, a waterfall day, a boat across to Krabi via Phi Phi, and the four islands with a picnic on the sand. We handle the small things — the room, a private dinner — without making a fuss of them.
Designed with couples in mind, this itinerary begins in Phuket for three nights, where a half-day tour of the city plus a waterfall outing keep the pace relaxed, before a scenic ferry — routed past Phi Phi Island — carries you on to Krabi, closing the trip with two final nights.
Rather than cramming in a long list of sights, the plan leans on fewer, longer activities, matching a honeymoon's slower rhythm; you might add a couples' spa afternoon or a private dinner around the main days without upsetting the schedule.
Highlights
- A half-day Phuket city tour and shopping
- A full-day excursion to Pa-La-U Waterfall
- A scenic ferry transfer from Phi Phi Island to Krabi
- The Krabi 4-Island speedboat tour
- Three nights in Phuket followed by two nights in Krabi
The trip, day by day
Day 1 — Land in Phuket
Once you land, check-in at your Phuket hotel is followed by an open afternoon and evening — time to unwind after the flight and ease into island life.
Day 2 — Phuket's beaches and Old Town at your pace
A morning orientation introduces Phuket Town, recognised for Sino-Portuguese shophouses, old-style markets and a scattering of small galleries; some time is kept free for shopping.
The afternoon is free, so you can explore Phuket’s beaches or old town streets at your own pace.
Day 3 — A waterfall day in the hills
Set within old-growth forest, Pa-La-U Waterfall drops across several tiers, its pools linked by short trails through the jungle. Quiet and shaded, it offers a break from the beach and city days elsewhere in the trip.
Along the trails near the falls, you'll frequently hear birds and monkeys, and occasionally catch sight of them too.
Day 4 — By boat to Krabi via Phi Phi
Following breakfast, a pick-up at the pier leads into a scenic ferry ride to Krabi, with Andaman Sea views for company along the route.
Arriving at Krabi pier, you're taken to your pre-booked hotel, leaving the remainder of the day open to unwind ahead of the following day's island tour.
Day 5 — Four islands by long-tail
The well-known 4-Island speedboat circuit out of Krabi usually stops at Koh Poda, Chicken Island and Phranang Cave Beach, giving time to swim and snorkel in shallow, clear water.
It’s a popular way to close out an Andaman-coast trip, thanks to the scenery and the easy pace on the water.
Day 6 — Departure
After breakfast and check-out, you’re transferred for your departure flight, bringing the trip to a close.
What's included
- Your rooms, twin or double with breakfast, in the hotel grade you pick with us — family-run guesthouses where they exist, small hotels elsewhere
- Every meal the day-by-day marks as included; we lean towards places locals eat rather than hotel restaurants
- A guide from the region who speaks English and grew up with the places on the route
- Your own air-conditioned car or minivan with driver for every transfer and touring day
- Entrance fees to every site named in the itinerary
- The boats, cruises and activities written into the plan
- Government taxes and service charges — the quote we send is the amount you pay
Not included
- Flights and trains, international or domestic — we quote these separately so you can see the real cost
- Visa fees and visa arrangements
- Travel insurance, which we ask every guest to carry
- Drinks, laundry, phone calls and anything else personal
- Early check-in, late check-out and room upgrades
- Tips for your guide and driver — customary here, at your discretion
- Extra sightseeing or vehicle use beyond the written plan
- Costs caused by weather, road closures or other events outside anyone's control, settled on the spot
- Bank transfer charges
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