Top Phuket Sightseeing Tours

Make the most of your time in Phuket and explore your own way with this customized private driving tour. Choose your tour duration and set off through the city streets to check out key attractions, landmarks, and other must-see sites. Relax in the comfort of your private vehicle and move at your own pace around Phuket while learning about local life from your expert guide.

Phuket's food and cultural sights are spread across the island, and finding the good spots—and knowing what to order—is hard on your own. Cover them on a guided tour instead, tasting your way through snacks and a full lunch as you go. Visit Phuket Old Town and the Big Buddha, and stop at Wat Chalong to learn about its place in local Buddhist life, with the route handled for you.

Explore Phuket’s natural beauty and culture on this small-group excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, visit top attractions like the massive Big Buddha statue and sacred Wat Chalong temple. Stop for photos at Karon Viewpoint, drive along several beach roads, and learn all about Phuket from an informative local guide as you go.

Enjoy a thrilling ride through Phuket's jungles on this ATV excursion. Follow rugged trails past local villages and rubber plantations with your guide. Stop at the famous Big Buddha statue for panoramic island views. Small groups and safety equipment ensure a secure adventure with included hotel pickup and round-trip transfers from select areas.

Swap the beaches and bars of Phuket for the chance to immerse yourself in the island's rich history and culture. This half-day tour takes you to the revered temple of Wat Chalong, around Old Phuket town, and to the viewpoint at Khao Rang Hill and the impressive Big Buddha. Enjoy time to shop for souvenirs and taste local cuisine on this hassle-free tour, which includes transportation and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Discover Phuket away from the beaches and bars. This small-group sightseeing tour introduces you to the history and culture of the island while you visit landmarks like Sun Leisure World, Karon Viewpoint, Big Buddha Phuket, Chaithararam Temple (Wat Chalong), and Old Town Phuket. This hassle-free tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off for added convenience.

Take in the highlights of Phang Nga Bay and go island hopping in comfort on this action-packed full-day adventure cruise on a big boat from Phuket. Paddle around Panak and Hong islands on a canoe; admire the natural wonders of James Bond Island; take a swim at Nakae Island; and tuck into a delicious lunch onboard. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included, though national park fees are extra.

Meet and interact with elephants in an ethical way at the Phuket Elephant Nature Reserve, an award-winning elephant sanctuary. Here, elephants roam freely, and their wellbeing comes above entertainment. While no bathing, touching, or hand feeding is permitted, you still see gentle giants up close, enjoying their natural habitat. This wholesome half-day experience includes the chance to prepare elephant food—and your own lunch during a Thai cooking class.

Party, swim in the pool, or just relax and soak up the scenery on this floating beach bar off the coast of Phuket. Go in the morning for a more relaxed vibe, or party the day away with your friends when things get a bit more lively. It’s also a great way to meet fellow travelers.

See what an ethical elephant encounter looks like at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary, the first and only ethical elephant sanctuary in Phuket. Walk the 1,640-foot-long (500 meter) canopy walkway and watch rescued elephants as they roam, forage, bathe, and socialize freely below in lush, tropical land bordering the Khao Phra Thaeo National Park. Hotel pickup is included for easy access to the sanctuary.

Skip the hassle of waiting in a long taxi line or crowding onto a shared shuttle. This private transfer service takes you on a comfortable journey from Phuket International Airport (HKT) directly to your Phuket hotel. Meet your driver at the airport exit, settle into your modern air-conditioned vehicle, and enjoy a stress-free start to your time in Phuket.

Take in views of the sea and the jungle and get a chance to stop for a view of Phuket's massive Big Buddha statue with this ATV tour. A variety of options are available depending on how much time you want to spend out exploring, from quick half-hour jaunts to two-hour trips.

Absorb the beauty and culture of southern Thailand on a full-day James Bond Island Longtail Boat Sightseeing Tour from Phuket. Visit Suwan Khuha Temple, where a majestic reclining Buddha lies hidden in limestone caves surrounded by sacred altars. Cruise across the emerald waters of Phang Nga Bay, framed by dramatic cliffs and hidden lagoons. Stroll through the stilted fishing village of Koh Panyee, wander its charming walkways, meet locals, and enjoy a buffet lunch with stunning views. Continue to the legendary James Bond Island and admire its striking limestone pinnacle before visiting the leaning cliffs of Khao Phing Kan—a geological wonder perfect for photos. Ideal for families, couples, solo travelers, and groups, this tour promises culture, scenery, and lasting memories.

Whether your partner's tired of being your Instagram partner or you'd simply like great shots of you together, this private Phuket Instagram tour ticks all the boxes. Hit a handful of Phuket signatures, eat lunch at a photo-friendly restaurant, and pose at a secret ocean-view location, with your personal photographer on hand to capture all your best angles. For ease, your package includes 2-way transfers from many southern Phuket hotels.

See elephants up close—but at a respectful distance—at Phuket Elephant Sanctuary during this morning tour. Watch as rescued elephants freely roam, bathe, and socialize within the grounds of the tropical sanctuary (located on the edge of Khao Phra Thaeo National Park in North East Phuket). Learn about the sanctuary's ethical approach, dine on a delicious buffet lunch (which is entirely vegetarian), and snap photos of the elephants from a treetop walkway.

The Phi Phi archipelago is a must-visit while in Phuket, and this speedboat trip whisks you around the islands in one day. Swim over the coral reefs of Pileh Lagoon, have lunch at Phi Phi Leh, snorkel at Bamboo Island, and visit Monkey Beach and Maya Bay, immortalized in "The Beach." Boat transfers, snacks, buffet lunch, snorkeling equipment, and Phuket hotel pickup and drop-off all included.

Travel into the beauty of Phang Nga Bay on this full-day tour from Phuket. Visit the sacred Suwan Khuha Temple (Monkey Cave Temple) (longtail boat option) with its reclining Buddha before cruising among towering limestone cliffs and emerald waters. Explore hidden caves and lagoons, canoe through tranquil scenery, and marvel at the iconic James Bond Island (Koh Tapu) and leaning cliffs of Khao Phing Kan. Discover the charm of Koh Panyee, a floating village built on stilts and enjoy a traditional Thai lunch by the sea. Perfect for families, couples, solo travelers, or groups, this tour blends culture, adventure, and nature. Choose from 4 options: A) Longtail Boat (No Canoe), B) Longtail Boat (Canoe), C) Speedboat (No Canoe), D) Speedboat (Canoe).

This tour gives you the freedom to explore Phuket exactly the way you want, without being tied to a fixed itinerary or large group. Whether you want to visit iconic landmarks like the Big Buddha and Wat Chalong, explore the colorful streets of Old Phuket Town, relax on famous beaches, or dive into local food and culture, the choice is entirely yours. You’ll have a private vehicle with a professional driver dedicated to your group, making it comfortable, convenient, and stress-free. Available from 4 to 12 hours, this tour is ideal for families, couples, or small groups who value flexibility and privacy. With hotel pickup and drop-off included, you avoid the hassle of navigation and focus fully on enjoying your day. Unlike standard city tours, this experience puts you in control—go where you want, stay as long as you like, and discover the real Phuket at your own pace.

Go island hopping around Phang Nga Bay with ease on this speedboat tour from Phuket. Visit Panak Island's cave and lagoon and mangrove forest and enjoy sea canoeing in the cave system of Talu Island. Enjoy sightseeing at James Bond Island and stop for lunch in the fishing village of Koh Panyee. Conclude your day with a swim in the clear waters of Naka Island.

Get your vacation started sooner with this fast-track immigration service provided at Phuket International Airport (HKT). After you disembark your aircraft, a personal assistant meets you and guides you through the immigration area. Receive VIP treatment as you head to the front of the immigration and customs lines, and then through to the arrivals hall.

Step away from the crowded beaches and discover Phuket’s rich culture on this half-day tour. With your guide and a small group, visit the island’s top points of interest and learn about the island’s history. Take in the idyllic views from the Karon viewpoint, marvel at the 150-foot (45-meter) Big Buddha, walk through Old Phuket, and pay a visit to the historic Wat Chalong monastery.

Many boat tours go to James Bond Island but this one lets you experience it just like Bond: luxuriously. As you set sail aboard a catamaran, enjoy a welcome drink and delicious buffet lunch. Afterward, swim off Lawa island then kayak into a cave at the Hongs of Phang Nga. After exploring James Bond Island by longboat you'll enjoy a sunset dinner on the way back.

Experience one of Thailand’s most impressive cultural performances at Siam Niramit Phuket, where history, tradition, and mythology come to life through stunning stage production, vibrant costumes, music, dance, and special effects. Performed on one of the world’s largest stages, the show features more than 150 talented performers delivering an unforgettable theatrical experience. What makes this experience truly unique is that it offers more than just a show. Before the performance begins, travelers can explore a traditional Thai village, browse the floating market, enjoy cultural activities, and immerse themselves in the atmosphere of Thailand’s rich heritage. Guests can also choose optional buffet dinner and convenient round-trip hotel transfers for a seamless evening experience. Perfect for families, couples, and culture lovers, Siam Niramit Phuket combines entertainment, culture, and authentic Thai hospitality in one spectacular night.