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Phuket, Krabi & the Islands: the Day-by-Day Itinerary
The Andaman coast is Thailand's postcard side: longtail boats beneath karst cliffs, Railay's beaches reachable only by sea, and island afternoons that dissolve into beach-bar sunsets. Ko Lanta keeps it mellow when Phuket gets loud.
Phuket, Krabi & the Islands is a 300 km one-way journey (bus & ferry). It works best as a 6-day trip; the plan below is the 6-day version for January, built from 123 verified places, with timetable-estimated transit times, opening hours and daylight checked.
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6
days
399 km
distance
10.0 h
in transit
38
curated stops
💡 Good to know for this plan
- High season on the Andaman: flat seas for longtails and every island hop running on time.
Day 1 Phuket → Phang Nga Bay
🌡 17.6–30.2°C · 🌧 ~14 rain days · ☀ 11.6h light
09:00
Phuket International Dental Centermuseums & heritage
50 min · Phuket
09:50
Mission Hospital
You'll find sterile halls and attentive staff ready for emergencies.
50 min · Phuket
10:40
Patong-Kathu Hospital
Clean facilities and caring professionals await those in need.
50 min · Phuket
13:22
Similan Dive Centermuseums & heritage
Experience thrilling dives with expert guides to vibrant reefs.
90 min · Phang Nga Bay
14:52
Wicked Diving, Khao Lakmuseums & heritage
Join eco-friendly dives to stunning islands with skilled crews.
90 min · Phang Nga Bay
16:22
Heaven and Hell Cave
Intricate statues and dramatic hell scenes tell ancient tales.
50 min · Phang Nga Bay
Overnight: Phang Nga Bay
e.g. Phang Nga Villa · Muang Thong Hotel
Day 2 Around Phang Nga Bay
🌡 17.6–30.2°C · 🌧 ~14 rain days · ☀ 11.6h light
09:00
Bangkok Hospital Phuket
50 min · Phuket
09:50
Phuket International Hospital or Siriroj Hospital
50 min · Phuket
10:40
Thalang Hospital
50 min · Phuket
11:30
Vachira Phuket Hospital
50 min · Phuket
Overnight: Phang Nga Bay
e.g. Phang Nga Villa · Muang Thong Hotel
Day 3 Railay
🌡 21.3–30.6°C · 🌧 ~13 rain days · ☀ 11.6h light
09:22
Lagoon & Viewpointbeaches & cliffsswimming & bathshiking
A steep climb reveals a stunning lagoon hidden in the jungle.
50 min · Railay
10:12
Real Rocks Climbing Schoolbeaches & cliffs
Witness small but inspiring rock climbing setups on dramatic cliffs.
50 min · Railay · Prices vary
open: 09:00-22:00
11:02
Phra Nang Cavehiking
Explore glittering cave formations on a lit boardwalk.
50 min · Railay
11:52
Phra Nang Shrinebeaches & cliffs
Discover a small cave shrine adorned with unique red-tipped carvings.
50 min · Railay
12:42
Midnight swimmingswimming & baths
Swim under stars as bioluminescent waves light the sea on dark nights.
90 min · Railay
14:12
King Climbers
50 min · Railay
15:02
The Rock Restaurant & Barbeaches & cliffscraft beer & pubs
Marvel at a stunning Thai-style structure overlooking the sea and rocks.
60 min · Railay · 60-100 baht
18:30
Coco'sbeaches & cliffscraft beer & pubslocal & traditional
Sipper sunrises over the beach at this quiet, comfy beachside bar.
75 min · Railay
Overnight: Railay
e.g. Railay Princess · Anyavee Railay
See the remaining 3 days of the 6-day plan →
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