Delve Deep: Southern Thailand
Bangkok
Phuket
Delve Deep: Southern Thailand
TRIP SNAPSHOT
9 days
1 country
Visiting 1 country: Thailand12 meals
Twin-share / double / single room
-6 nights in hotel-style accommodation (twin or double), 1 night in a treehouse (multi-share), 1 night on an overnight train (multi-share)Delve Deep
Delve Deep is those iconic sights, and then some. Local culture, local food, and MORE.20 travellers (max)
Trip Leader
Driver
Overnight train, local boat, private vehicle
TRIP VIBE = iconic sights and in-depth adventures with a local Trip Leader.
There’s more to Southern Thailand than paradisical beaches, picturesque temples and droolworthy pad Thai. Wanna go beyond those bucket list attractions? We got you. Delve deeper into the ‘Land of Smiles’ – we’re talking heaps of culture, tonnes of hidden gems and endless *pinch me* moments. Ready for 9 days of action-packed tropical adventures, plus plenty of free time to do you? This is it.
Map & itinerary
Day 1 - Bangkok
Keen to kick off the adventure? Meet us in Bangkok: Thailand’s temple-stuffed, neon-lit, food-loving capital. First things first, say hello to your fellow adventurers over an included dinner at a local restaurant. Cue = stuffing your face with allll the spring rolls and spicy curry. Afterwards, you’ve got options. Continue your convos at one of the city’s swanky rooftop bars. Get your souvenir shopping sorted early at a night market. Or have a chilled evening back at the hotel. Your trip = your vibe.
Your Inclusions
Accommodation
W22 by Burasari or similar
Meals
- Dinner
Day 2 - Bangkok – Surat Thani
You’ve got a full day to make the most of Bangkok. Need recs? Pull on your history hat and explore the city on two wheels during an optional bike tour. Whizz up Khaosan Road (a former rice market turned backpacker haven) before stopping off at stunning temples, old-school steam train depots and the beaut Grand Palace. Want to delve a little deeper? Feast your eyes on the official royal residence and Wat Pho with its real big golden buddha during an optional guided tour. Tonight, stock up on snacks and change into a comfy ‘fit. Why? Cos we’re catching an overnight train to Surat Thani. Shotgun the top bunk!
Your Inclusions
Accommodation
Overnight train
Meals
- Breakfast
Your Options
- Half-day historic Bangkok bike tour: from 49 USD
- Tour of Grand Palace and Wat Pho: from 53 USD
Day 3 - Surat Thani – Khao Sok National Park
Rise and shine, folks! We’ll jump off the train in Surat Thani bright and early. Don’t worry – you’ll have plenty of time to catch up on some zzzs on the bus to Khao Sok National Park. After we’ve checked into our eco treehouse and soaked up some serious Jungle Book vibes, level up those chef skills with a local Thai bamboo cooking class. On the menu: Thai green curry, BBQ chicken, bamboo pancakes. Drooling yet? Gobble up your homemade goodies with a view of the stunning Sok River. This is what you came for.
Your Inclusions
Accommodation
Our Jungle Camp - Eco Resort or similar
Activities
- Overnight experience in an eco treehouse lodge
- Bamboo cooking experience in Khao Sok National Park
Meals
- Dinner
Day 4 - Khao Sok National Park
After an included brekkie, we’ll take one last look at our treehouses (aka the hotel of 10-year-old you’s dreams) before diving deeper into Khao Sok National Park. Keep your face pressed to the window as we pass rugged limestone mountains, ancient caves and trees as tall as skyscrapers. Later we’ll hop on a local longtail boat and hightail it (see what we did there?) to tonight’s accommodation: a traditional raft house on the twinkling Cheow Lan Lake. Before you fall asleep to the sound of gently lapping waves, there’s time for an afternoon wildlife cruise. Prepare to switch off and completely immerse yourself in nature.
Your Inclusions
Accommodation
Praiwan Raft House or similar
Activities
- Longtail boat ride to floating raft accommodation
- Overnight experience in a floating raft house
- Wildlife boat cruise in Khao Sok National Park
Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 5 - Khao Sok National Park – Krabi
Fuel up with another tropical fruit-laden breakfast before we activate explorer mode. First: soak up Khao Sok’s misty jungles, magical peaks and awesome wildlife (think sun bears, tapirs and even clouded leopards) on an early morning safari. Afterwards, jump in a canoe or kayak and weave around Cheow San Lake’s ultra-dramatic rock formations. Then, we’ll be making tracks for Krabi, so grab some fluids, soak up the tropical views, and put the lingo skills of your travel buds to the test. When we arrive, you’ll have the evening to get your bearings. Need some recs? Your Trip Leader’s got them by the bucketload.
Your Inclusions
Accommodation
Navinda Krabi or similar
Activities
- Khao Sok National Park morning safari
- Kayaking on Cheow Lan Lake
Meals
- Breakfast
Day 6 - Krabi
Powder-soft sand coves. Swaying coconut palms. Islands surrounded by emerald waters. Mother Nature sure as hell wasn’t messing about when she made Krabi. Need a lie-in after yesterday’s journey? You got it. Later, we’ll round up the group for an awesome AF activity: a day trip to Railay Beach. This cove is RIDICULOUSLY breathtaking. We’ll approach it by longtail boat too, giving you the best views of its limestone karsts and palm-flecked shoreline. Don’t say we never spoil you.
Your Inclusions
Accommodation
Navinda Krabi or similar
Activities
- Visit Railay Beach
Meals
- Breakfast
Day 7 - Krabi – Samet Nangshe – Phuket
Today, we’re swapping one paradise for another as we head for Phuket. On the way, we’ll make a pit stop at Samet Nangshe. Clear your camera rolls ‘cos this viewpoint is the definition of photogenic. We’re talking 180-degree scenes of majestic mangrove forests and the sparkling ocean. Next up: Phuket. Eye-popping architecture. Lip-smacking eats – try ’em out on a local food tour that includes a cheeky visit to a traditional barber shop. And a fascinating fusion of cultures and traditions. We can’t think of a better place to spend the last few days of your trip.
Your Inclusions
Accommodation
Lub d Phuket Patong or similar
Activities
- Visit Samet Nangshe lookout
Meals
- Breakfast
Your Options
- Local food tour with barber visit in Phuket: from 68 USD
Day 8 - Phuket
This immense island sure packs a punch – and today it’s 100% yours to delve deeper. Opt for a day trip speedboating around the Phi Phi Islands for more emerald waters, crazy-gorgeous beaches and mind-blowing scenery. Ready for Muay Thai (the boxing, not the drink)? There’s a chance to brush up on your skills at one of the country’s best training camps. Or prepare to get sweaty practising your downward dog with a hot yoga class. Tonight, settle in for our final group dinner. WHAT an adventure it’s been.
Your Inclusions
Accommodation
Lub d Phuket Patong or similar
Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Your Options
- Full-day Phi Phi Islands tour: from 108 USD
- Kata hot yoga class in Phuket: from 73 USD
- Muay Thai boxing class in Phuket: from 78 USD
Day 9 - Phuket
You came. You saw. You cultured. And just like that, it’s over. Get down to breakfast and swap those socials – you’re gonna need them for next year’s reunion trip. Not ready for the fun to end? Hop back up to Bangkok to join our Delve Deep trip around Northern Thailand. A few travel dates also match up perfectly with our Play & Pause: Great Southeast Asia trip. Just sayin’.
Your Inclusions
Meals
- Breakfast
WORTH NOTING
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Kristal Ta January 2025
This trip was amazing, it was a great mix of city, beach and off the beaten track. I’ve made some life long friends including our beautiful guide Olivia. This was my 3rd time using Topdeck and as always, they out did themselves.
Tania De October 2024
Our tour guide, Paty, was the most amazing guide we could've had. She taught us so much about the culture and ensured we had the best time. Overall, the experience was great, as the tour included different activities, and there was no boring day. The only thing I didn't like was the first hotel we stayed in. No hot water, and no curtain in the bathroom, the included breakfast was not good at all...
Laura Ko October 2024
Overall the tour was great we were just missing some vital pieces of information that would’ve helped the trip go smoother. Like how much cash we would need as most places wouldn’t have card. Or how most of our hotels didn’t have any hot water. It’s the little things that really make a difference. Other than those things the trip route was great and our tour guide was absolutely fantastic!
Anonymous August 2024
The tour was great and our tour leader Peak was also great always making sure the group was going well and taking us to great local markets and restaurants.
All the hotels we stayed at were nice having said that maybe would have been nice to stay at some hostels along the way that had a bit more atmosphere.
Going to Khao Sok and Koh Phangan were definitely my highlights.
Overall great 2 trips...
sean mu April 2024
an absolute amazing trip! would recommend it to anyone looking to experience Thailand. Our tour guide Oum was the best and made the trip even better 10/10
Emily Ba January 2024
The tour group and guide were all so awesome! It was amazing to experience the trip with such beautiful people in some of the most gorgeous places I’ve ever seen. All the activities and locations were also all so incredible!
Anonymous January 2024
Lots of travel due to the structure of the tour, not alot of inclusions compared to other and similar tours. Very party oriented rather than culture.
Jodi Ma November 2023
Mike Eu November 2023
I thought the trip was a good value. Not having to worry about the logistics of getting from place to place and arranging optional activities is well worth the premium built into the cost.
Gen By October 2023
Had an amazing 10 days with everybody. Only thing I would suggest is to have a bit longer in each location as a lot of the time was taken up travelling between destinations. Other than that, was super exciting!
Claudia Se October 2023
Rebecca Ha October 2023
Perfect amount of time to see the best parts of Thailand. I think less days in Phuket would be ideal but that’s a personal preference
Anonymous September 2023
I got to have the best of accommodations.
Kris Ti September 2023
Good and knowledge tour guide
Anonymous September 2023
This trip was very social and should be advertised as such, another night in Bangkok included in the trip would have been well worth it
JORDAN DA August 2023
Couldn’t have asked for much more
Anonymous July 2023
Sarah Tr July 2023
All places the organized was cleaned. Tour guide was so helpful and welcoming
Anonymous June 2023
Deep delve Thailand allowed us to see so much of this beautiful country. The trip was well rounded with a mix of nature / adventure / tourist activities.
Daniel Ba June 2023
I recently had the privilege of embarking on a remarkable journey with Oum as my Topdeck tour guide, and I cannot emphasize enough how her exceptional service and attention to detail elevated the entire experience. Oum went above and beyond to ensure that everyone had a fantastic time and that all our needs were met, going the extra mile to create a truly unforgettable adventure.
From the moment...
Anonymous June 2023
This tour was an amazing, adventure-filled experience, led by a knowledgeable and lovely guide.
The accommodation - we stayed in a variety of places and each was an experience. The ecolodge was gorgeous and I wish we could have stayed more than 1 night there. The overnight train was surprisingly comfortable; the raft house was a very unique location; and the other hotels were all well-located and...
Anonymous May 2023
The cost was very affordable, and worth every penny. The money spent throughout the trip on food souvenirs and/or activities were very inexpensive.
Anonymous April 2023
Great value for your money
Anonymous March 2023
This tour was amazing! Our tour guide Peak was the best and so much fun. All of the included experiences were amazing and there were some great optional extra too!
Anonymous February 2023
Anonymous January 2023
Paid a lot for this trip and overall don’t feel like I got my moneys worth. Would not recommend this to my friends. Having been on a group trip before I have an expectation of what a tour guide is meant to provide and turning up high to our group outings felt very disrespectful.
Anonymous January 2023
Anonymous November 2022
Seemed to be slightly unorganised, lots of the activities listed in the itinerary provided were missed, our guide was also unaware of the activities and mentioned that a new itinerary was being used which was not brought to our attention or sent to us.
The places that were visited were stunning, and definitely worth it, but the fact of missing out on so much put quite a damper on the trip.
Lots...
Jessica Jo July 2022
I had the most amazing time on my Thailand adventure. The tour was so organised and it meant that I didn’t have to put any thought into finding my way around. Our Trip Leader Aum was passionate, fun loving and so easy to get along with and she made our trip so incredible.
Jean-Pascal Lo July 2022
Had a great time and a great trip leader.
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