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Krabi

Situated on the west coast of southern Thailand, Krabi is a neighboring island destination of Phuket. Rich with natural national parks well-known to adventurers, yachtsmen, scuba-divers, snorkelers, and day-trippers from Phuket. 

Phuket

Phuket is Thailand’s largest island and the country’s only island province. Just an hour’s flight from Bangkok, there are many daily flights from Bangkok, as well as direct air links.

Asia’s playground in the sun, the island presents a myriad of thrilling adventurous recreational activities such as:

  • Day-trips to the islands dotted around the Andaman Sea and sea-cave canoeing expeditions
  • Fun snorkel or scuba diving
  • Tour at the Sino-Portuguese architectures in the Phuket Town area

Hua Hin

Hua Hin is around 3 hours drive from Bangkok or an option of boarding a luxury train from a minimum of 5 hours ride. Chartered flights is also available for larger groups. Hua Hin is known for old world charm: 

  • Royal summer palace facing the ocean; ideal for Thai colonial themed gala
  • Great stroll in the evening as roads filled with a variety of stylish shops, boutiques and night markets
  • Fabulous themed parks & peaks, caves and waterfalls
  • Vineyards

 

Samui

Samui or Ko Samui is Thailand’s second largest island after Phuket. Aside from export of coconuts and rubber, Samui is another island or beach destination for adventurers. Five star resorts and luxury villas are available for those who want their visit to this tropical island more exclusive. 

Pattaya

Pattaya is just around 45 minutes to an hour drive from Bangkok where you will see:

  • Beautiful beaches 
  • Modern art museums
  • Vineyards
  • Around the same distance is the ancient city of Ayutthaya—a UNESCO Cultural World Heritage site. On the way, we can also include Bang Pa-In Summer Palace which was built since 1632.

Kanchanaburi

Kanchanaburi is just three hours drive away from Bangkok. It is a recommended destination for travelers who want to combine greenery, Thai local life, fresh water sceneries and cultural heritage. Popular places or activities to do:

  • The bridge over the River Kwai
  • Elephant sanctuary
  • Highlight activity wearing traditional Thai costumes in a retro-city venue

Bangkok

The City of Angels and legendary capital of Thailand. While it ranks among the exotic cosmopolitan capitals of the world, it is equally a ‘living museum’ of heritage and culture

  • Grand Palace, Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha), Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn); ideal for teambuilding and unique incentive activities
  • Chao Phraya River (Venice of the East); deal for river cruise dining
  • Thai house museums with green lawns ideal for offsite gala dinner
  • Night markets, modern malls and shopping havens 

A full day tour or overnight stay on the other famous destinations nearby Bangkok such as Nakhon Pathom for Canal Eco-Tourism, Pattaya, Ayutthaya and Kanchanaburi can be easily added to your itinerary.