The old town, the temples and the sunset cape with seafood in Rawai, a beach day that ends in Patong, then a boat trip through the limestone islands of Phang Nga Bay (or the Phi Phi Islands, for snorkeling).
3 days, 17 stopsBalanced paceBest Nov to AprApproved by TravPa Editors, Nov 3, 2026
Trip at a glance
Add your first day to see each day's date, weather, sunset and closing days.
Day 1: Old town, temples and the sunset cape
A morning in the old town, then the temples, the viewpoints and the island's southern tip by taxi or Grab, with seafood in Rawai to finish.
1
9:00 AMPhuket Old TownWalk Thalang Road and Soi Romanee before the heat, and stop for coffee. Allow the morning.About 3 hours here
Free to visit
Walk about 5 min
2
12:00 PMLock TienLunch at the stalls of this old food court: noodles, fried snacks and local desserts.About 1 hour 15 min here
Pay as you go
Taxi or Grab, about 20 min
3
1:30 PMOptionalWat ChalongClimb the tall chedi for the view and the relics inside. Cover shoulders and knees.About 1 hour 15 min here
Free to visit
Taxi or Grab, about 20 min up the hill
4
3:00 PMBig BuddhaWraps are lent at the entrance if you need to cover up.About 1 hour 15 min here
Free; donations welcome
Taxi or Grab, about 20 min
5
4:30 PMOptionalKaron ViewpointThe classic Phuket photo, best in the late afternoon.About 45 min here
Free to visit
Taxi or Grab, about 15 min
6
5:30 PMPromthep CapeArrive before sunset; it gets crowded.About 1 hour 15 min here
Free to visit
Taxi or Grab, about 10 min
7
7:00 PMRawai Seafood MarketPick your seafood at the stalls, then have it cooked at one of the restaurants across the road.
Pay as you go
Before you go
Read the beach flagsRed flags mean no swimming. Rip currents are strong on the west coast in the monsoon months, roughly May to October.
Agree on taxi fares firstTaxis and tuk-tuks here rarely use the meter, so agree on the fare before you set off, or book through Grab or Bolt.
Check a jet ski before you rideSome operators claim damage after the ride. Photograph the jet ski first, or skip it.
Cover up off the beachSwimwear is for the beach. In town, wear a shirt, and cover shoulders and knees at temples.
Pack for the boat dayBring sunscreen, a hat and a dry bag for your phone. Boat trips can be canceled when the sea is rough.
Drink bottled waterLocals rarely drink tap water. Buy bottled water, or refill at the filtered water machines.
Where to stay for this plan
Stay in Kata or Karon: the day 1 viewpoints and Promthep Cape are close, and most boat tours pick up there.
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