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Gulf Islands Explorer
Koh Samui → Koh Phangan → Koh Tao
Trip Overview
Discover the diverse Gulf of Thailand islands - from luxury resorts to party beaches to world-class diving.
Highlights
Regions Covered
Estimated Costs
*Estimates per person, excluding international flights
Best Season
December - April
Difficulty
easy
Duration
7 Days
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in Koh Samui
Koh Samui
Morning
Fly into Samui Airport
Afternoon
Check into resort, Chaweng Beach
Evening
Fisherman's Village night market
Samui Exploration
Koh Samui
Morning
Visit Big Buddha Temple, Wat Plai Laem
Afternoon
Na Muang Waterfalls, Secret Buddha Garden
Evening
Sunset at Lad Koh Viewpoint
Ang Thong Marine Park
Ang Thong
Morning
Speedboat to Ang Thong National Marine Park
Afternoon
Kayaking, snorkeling, Emerald Lake hike
Evening
Return to Samui, beachside dinner
Ferry to Koh Phangan
Koh Phangan
Morning
Morning ferry to Koh Phangan (30 mins)
Afternoon
Check in, explore Thong Sala town
Evening
Beach bars at Haad Rin
Phangan Paradise
Koh Phangan
Morning
Yoga class, Bottle Beach visit
Afternoon
Than Sadet Waterfall hike
Evening
Chilling at Secret Beach
Koh Tao Diving
Koh Tao
Morning
Ferry to Koh Tao (1.5 hours)
Afternoon
Discover Scuba or snorkeling trip
Evening
Sunset at Sairee Beach
Departure
Koh Tao / Samui
Morning
Morning dive or beach time
Afternoon
Ferry back to Samui, flight out
Evening
Depart
Packing Tips
- Dive certification card (if certified)
- Motion sickness medicine for ferries
- Party clothes if attending Full Moon
- Hiking sandals
- Dry bag
Pro Tips
- Full Moon Party is around the full moon each month
- Koh Tao diving is cheaper than most places worldwide
- Use Lomprayah or Seatran ferries for reliability
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