Phuket & Khao Lak
Phuket & Khao Lak
A short flight to escape Asia's busy cities, Phuket is great for a semi-cosmopolitan beach break with a great variety of restaurants and bars, luxury resorts and sumptuous villas.
Phuket is a great jumping off point to cruising the James Bond islands, Phi Phi islands and other fantastic snorkelling spots in the aquamarine waters. Koh Yao Noi, a luxury cruise from Phuket, overlooks the James Bond islands and is a fantastic spot to wine (or wind) down at sunset with this spectacular vista from your private pool villa. Once a backpacker’s idyll, a handful for luxury boutique resorts are making their way on to Phi Phi island for those who wish to escape the sometimes overcrowded beaches of Phuket. South of Phuket, Racha Island is a quiet oasis once the sun sets and day trippers return back to the mainland.
An hour’s drive north of Phuket, low-key Khao Lak’s risen from the Boxing Day tsunami ashes with better infrastrucure and luxury resorts now opening their doors on to idyllic and pristine beaches. At the cross junctions of five national parks and divers’ haven Similan Island, there is a lot more to do here than just sunbathe.
Our favourite itineraries in Phuket & Khao Lak
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From $10,850 pp
Ultimate Thailand Honeymoon
Bangkok Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai & the Golden Triangle Phuket & Khao Lak Southeast Asia
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Explore the vibrant city of Bangkok
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Witness a morning alms-giving ceremony in Chiang Mai
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Participate in a private blessing ceremony at Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
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Go jungle trekking and meet hill tribes in the Golden Triangle
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Relax on pristine beaches at Khao Lak and Yao Noi
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From $16,320 pp
Thailand with Kids
Bangkok Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai & the Golden Triangle Phuket & Khao Lak Southeast Asia
- Play, bathe and learn about the elephants in Chiang Mai
- Whizz though the rainforest on the Flight Of The Gibbon Experience
- See the likes of Wat Phra Singh and Wat Pan Tao on a Segway
- Have lunch at a local home and visit the nearby villages and markets
- Try batik-making or go on a family cookery course
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From $2,730 pp
Classic Thailand
Bangkok Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai & the Golden Triangle Phuket & Khao Lak Southeast Asia
- Explore Bangkok’s beautiful temples and vibrant streets
- Learn how to create local Thai dishes in Chiang Mai with a private cookery class
- Laze on some of Phuket's best white sandy beaches in Phuket
- Sample various local foods, old-style Thai coffee and Thai sweet desserts
- Visit the Thai Elephant Conservation Centre and watch these wonderful animals in their natural habitat
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Our favourite hotels
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The Surin
Located on Pansea Beach in northwest Phuket, The Surin is built around huge temple-like open-air pavilions which spill down the hillside opening onto impressive Andaman Sea views. One hundred and three cottages are connected by elevated walkways and hidden amongst coconut trees and mango.........
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Sala Phuket
This modern beachfront resort is located on the quiet Mai Khao Beach in Phuket’s northwest. The hotel combines historical Sino-Portuguese architecture with luxury facilities and exemplary service, in a stunning and secluded setting overlooking the Andaman Sea. Sala Phuket Resort Spa is a.........
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Rosewood Phuket
Rosewood Phuket marks Rosewood group’s first foray into ultra-luxury in Thailand. Located on Phuket's southwest coast, around a 90-minute drive from the airport, it’s tucked neatly around the coast on Emerald Bay and feels a world away from the hubbub. With views of a sparkling bay,.........
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Trisara
Trisara is a small luxurious resort based on the ultimate in indulgence and private pool villas. All accommodations embrace beautiful seaviews from the private pool decks. Located on the secluded north west coast of Phuket, the Trisara sets a new level in the luxury market. The dense tropical.........
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Six Senses Yao Noi
Scattered over a hillside, Six Senses Yao Noi overlooks the picturesque karst formations dotted around Phang Nga Bay. A short boat ride from Phuket or Krabi, this idyllic resort offers barefoot luxury and sensational views while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability. There are 56.........
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Banyan Tree Phuket
Located at Bang Tao Bay on the north-western coast of Phuket, The Banyan Tree Phuket is a large and polished complex and ideal for couples and families looking for a quiet escape. This luxury boutique hotel situated in the heart of Laguna Resort is made up of 108 villas and surrounded by.........
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The Sarojin
Surrounded by lush gardens, fringed by a pristine beach and backed by ancient rainforests, The Sarojin is a tropical retreat close to Phuket and Phang Nga Bay. This enchanting resort offers privacy and impeccable personal service, while its over-10 age policy ensures peace and tranquillity. The.........
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Anantara Phuket Layan Resort & Spa
Anantara Phuket Layan Resort Spa lies in enchanting tropical gardens on a private stretch of beach in a tranquil bay overlooking the sparkling Andaman Sea, on Phuket’s west coast. This charming luxury boutique resort features an elegant mix of classic and contemporary Asian style. There.........
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Amanpuri
Setting the standard for luxury beach resorts, Amanpuri is Aman resort’s flagship property. With its enviable location on the headland overlooking the Andaman Sea, the resort boasts a spectacular private white sand beach – the ultimate for family holidays and couples looking to escape it all in.........
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Anantara Mai Khao Phuket Villas
Anantara Phuket in Thailand is a luxurious all pool villa resort which opens up onto unspoiled panoramas of the peaceful Mai Khao Beach. The 83 Pool Villas are scattered along this prime stretch of sand. Each one comes equipped with a large terrazzo top, sun loungers set on an outdoor.........
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Point Yamu by COMO
COMO Point Yamu is a resort located at the tip of Cape Yamu overlooking the Andaman Sea and the dramatic limestones of Phang Nga Bay. COMO’s signature contemporary style fuses with colour and touches of local materials. There are 79 sleekly designed rooms positioned around the hillside..........
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Amatara Wellness Resort
Phuket’s first and only destination spa is located away from the crowds in a peaceful corner of the island with magnificent panoramas of the sparkling Andaman Sea. Amatara’s rooms were exclusively designed by renowned designer Jaya Ibrahim, each featuring a private balcony with sea.........
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98 East
Set within four acres of lush tropical gardens on the west coast of Phuket, this sublime private residence offers magnificent views across Bang Tao Bay and the Andaman Sea. Access to 98 East is by motor skiff. This luxury villa has been designed to blend in with its lush surroundings and uses the.........
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The Aquila Phuket
The Aquila is a sprawling seven-bedroom waterfront villa in Kamala located on Millionaire’s Mile in a private estate named Waterfall Cove. Its scale - combined with no visible neighbours - makes this an ideal holiday home as well as a fantastic setting for special events and weddings. The.........
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