Itinerary Phuket

Phuket in December is peak season: perfect weather with warm, sunny days, low rainfall, and lively nightlife. Ideal for beach activities, outdoor adventure, and exploring the island’s best spots.

💰 Budget overview

Category	Amount
✈️ Transport	$1600
🏨 Accommodations	$1050
🧳 Gear	$200
🗺️ On-site	$550
Total	$3400

🗺️ Activities & landmarks

🇹🇭 Phuket - 7 days

☀️ Daytime

• [ ] 🏖️ Patong Beach ⭐⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • Lively main beach with water sports, sun loungers; tip: arrive early to rent chairs.

• [ ] 🏝️ Coral Island (Koh Hae) Tour ⭐⭐⭐ (~6h)

  • Day-trip for snorkeling/diving, white sand; book a speedboat tour.

• [ ] 🌅 Big Buddha Phuket ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Iconic 45-metre-high statue; panoramic island views, accessible by tuk-tuk or taxi.

• [ ] 🏜️ Phang Nga Bay (James Bond Island) Excursion ⭐⭐⭐ (~7h)

  • Kayak through caves, visit the famous rock formation; guided tour recommended.

• [ ] 🌳 Sirinat National Park ⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • Coastal forest, quiet beaches, good for cycling and wildlife spotting.

• [ ] 🚤 Phi Phi Islands Day Trip ⭐⭐⭐ (~9h)

  • Stunning bays, snorkeling, Maya Bay; book early as it’s very popular.

• [ ] 🛕 Wat Chalong ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Largest and most revered Buddhist temple on Phuket.

• [ ] 🥾 Bang Pae Waterfall ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Easy trek in Khao Phra Thaeo National Park, also home to Gibbon Rehabilitation Project.

• [ ] 🏊 Freedom Beach ⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • Secluded, clear water, reachable by boat or a steep path.

• [ ] 🤿 Scuba Diving at Racha Yai ⭐⭐ (~5h)

  • Excellent visibility, diverse marine life; join a PADI group dive.

• [ ] 🌴 Nai Harn Beach ⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • Less crowded, soft sand, ideal for calm swims.

• [ ] 🏄 Surf House Phuket ⭐ (~2h)

  • Flowrider (artificial wave) for surfing, fun for all levels.

• [ ] 🛍️ Chillva Market ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Trendy evening market with local crafts, snacks.

• [ ] 🚲 Phuket Old Town Walking Tour ⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • Explore Sino-Portuguese architecture, street art, and cafés.

• [ ] 🦉 Baan Teelanka (Upside Down House) ⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Fun and quirky, great for photos.

• [ ] 👟 Promthep Cape Viewpoint ⭐⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Best sunset spot on the island.

• [ ] 🧗 Hanuman World Ziplining ⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • Rainforest canopy adventure for adrenaline seekers.

• [ ] 🪂 Parasailing at Patong ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Thrilling views over the sea.

• [ ] 🛶 Kayaking at Ao Yon Beach ⭐ (~2h)

  • Paddle in tranquil waters; rentals available.

🌙 Evening & night

• [ ] 💃 Bangla Road Nightlife ⭐⭐⭐ (~4h)

  • Neon-lit party street, bars, nightclubs, and live music.

• [ ] 🎭 Siam Niramit Phuket Show ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Thai cultural performance with dinner option.

• [ ] 🍸 Catch Beach Club ⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • Stylish beach club, drinks and sunset parties.

• [ ] 🌃 Suzy Wong’s A Go Go ⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Iconic club for a lively night out.

• [ ] 🎤 Illuzion Phuket ⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • Mega nightclub hosting top DJs, spacious dancefloor.

• [ ] 🍻 O’Malley’s Irish Pub ⭐ (~2h)

  • Relaxed vibe to end the night.

🍽️ Must-try food spots

• [ ] 🍲 Banzaan Fresh Market ⭐⭐⭐

  • Pick seafood, have it cooked on-site; $8–14 for a meal.

• [ ] 🍜 No. 6 Restaurant ⭐⭐

  • Local favorites: pad thai, tom yum goong; $5–8 mains.

• [ ] 🥢 Blue Elephant Phuket ⭐⭐

  • Upscale Royal Thai cuisine in historic mansion; $20–40 per person.

• [ ] 🍛 Kaab Gluay ⭐

  • Authentic curries, popular with locals; $7–10 mains.

• [ ] 🌮 Tu Kab Khao ⭐⭐

  • Traditional Phuket recipes with modern twist; $10–18 per dish.

🔁 Optional if time permits

• [ ] 🏖️ Kamala Beach (~3h)

  • Quieter alternative to Patong, good for families.

• [ ] 🏇 Laguna Golf Phuket (~4h)

  • Relaxing round of golf, beautiful scenery.

• [ ] 🏊 Splash Jungle Waterpark (~3h)

  • Water slides and wave pool, great fun for hot afternoons.

• [ ] 🏢 Jungceylon Shopping Mall (~2h)

  • Popular shopping and entertainment complex.

🎬 Films & series to watch

🇹🇭 Phuket

• [ ] 🎬 The Beach (2000) — ⭐ 6.7 — Leonardo DiCaprio’s backpacker adventure filmed in southern Thailand — Disney+
• [ ] 🎬 Lost in Thailand (2012) — ⭐ 6.2 — Comedy road trip adventure partially set in Thailand — Netflix
• [ ] 📺 Bangkok Breaking (2021) — ⭐ 6.0 — Thai action-thriller miniseries — Netflix
• [ ] 🎬 Phuket (2009) — ⭐ 6.8 — Thai drama set on the island — YouTube

🍜 Local specialties

🇹🇭 Phuket

• [ ] Mee Hokkien Noodle
• [ ] Tom Yum Goong (spicy shrimp soup)
• [ ] Moo Hong (braised pork belly)
• [ ] Goong Sarong (shrimp in crispy noodles)
• [ ] Kanom Jeen Phuket (fermented rice noodles with curry)
• [ ] Phuket Lobster

📍 Maps - places to pin

🇹🇭 Phuket

1. Patong Beach
2. Bangla Road Nightlife
3. Jungceylon Shopping Mall
4. Burasari Phuket Resort
5. Banzaan Fresh Market

✈️ Transport to book

• [ ] ✈️ London → Phuket
• [ ] ✈️ Phuket → London

🏨 Accommodations

City	Nights	Accommodation	Price
Phuket	7	Burasari Phuket Resort	$1050
Total	7 nights		$1050