Phuket is famed for beaches and temples. And while this trip visits both, it also takes in lesser-known treasures such as a cashew nut factory and Gem's Gallery. Afterwards, there'll be time to check out the Chalong Temple and Patong beach.

You'll know you're about to arrive at your first stop when you can smell the aroma of freshly roasted cashew nuts. Tour the factory and see how the nuts are made from the locally grown cashew fruit. And you'll sample some at the end. Next, head to Gem's Gallery to take a look at its collection of handmade gold and silver diamond rings.

For a spot of culture, you'll visit the amazing Wat Chalong, the largest temple in Phuket. Learn about Buddhism, wander round the impressive gardens and climb to the top floor terrace for great views of the grounds. You'll continue to Patong beach. You'll have free time to do as you please – chill on the beach or check out the street markets.

Väldigt trevlig och bra guide, samt chaufför som verkligen såg till att man fick ut det mesta av upplevelsen! Fick mycket trevliga bilder, hittade mycket kul och vi kände att vi fick till oss rolig och relevant fakta.

Excellent tour and the tour guide and driver was very good. They kept us up to date with information and was very good with my wife who had a major operation in January.

My wife tripped over at the first stop, the gem gallery, and ended up in hospital with 2 broken shoulders. The gem gallery need to review their health and safety. The guide, Ann, was brilliant though and we cannot thank her enough

Think the gem factory could be taken off, they think we are millionaires, and too much hard sell

This is a good trip if you enjoy shopping. I booked it because it fit my schedule and other tours I wanted to take were already booked. The stop at the big shopping area is long, but there is enough to keep you entertained if you enjoy seeing how others live day to day and you like to shop too. The stop in the walking area of Old Town Phuket was very enjoyable and entertaining. It would be nice if the guide spoke on the long van rides and narrated about the local area, etc.

In the description it states 4-8 hrs but it actually took 14 hrs which was far too long we didn’t get back to our hotel until 9.45 pm.We didn’t need to visit the last shopping centre and could have been back 1.5hrs earlier which would have got us back by 8.15 which would be more acceptable.the guide and driver were very friendly and helpful. It was just too long and very tiring for older disabled people.

Why you’ll love this…

Cashew nut factory
Gem's Gallery
Patong beach
Free time

Important to know

Bring bathing gear and sunblock
Food and drinks not included

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What’s included

Transport from selected hotels
Guide
Insurance

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI DESTINATION EXPERIENCES (THAILAND) LTD.

What people say about this experience

3.8/5

All reviews are verified

Based on 21 reviews

Review categories

Value for money

4.1/5

Service

4.7/5

Safety

4.7/5

Staff

4.7/5

All ratings (21)

5 stars (7)

33%

4 stars (9)

43%

3 stars (2)

10%

2 stars (0)

1 star (3)

14%

F
Franks
Traveled with family
February 14, 2026
5
Sweden
Väldigt trevlig och bra guide, samt chaufför som verkligen såg till att man fick ut det mesta av upplevelsen! Fick mycket trevliga bilder, hittade mycket kul och vi kände att vi fick till oss rolig och relevant fakta.
M
Mr Steve Royle
Traveled as a couple
November 25, 2025
5
United Kingdom
Excellent tour and the tour guide and driver was very good. They kept us up to date with information and was very good with my wife who had a major operation in January.
H
Hawk4741
Traveled with a group of friends
November 19, 2025
1
United Kingdom
My wife tripped over at the first stop, the gem gallery, and ended up in hospital with 2 broken shoulders. The gem gallery need to review their health and safety. The guide, Ann, was brilliant though and we cannot thank her enough
M
Michelem
Traveled as a couple
March 1, 2025
4.6
United Kingdom
Think the gem factory could be taken off, they think we are millionaires, and too much hard sell
N
NPW
Solo traveler
January 22, 2025
3.8
United Kingdom
This is a good trip if you enjoy shopping. I booked it because it fit my schedule and other tours I wanted to take were already booked. The stop at the big shopping area is long, but there is enough to keep you entertained if you enjoy seeing how others live day to day and you like to shop too. The stop in the walking area of Old Town Phuket was very enjoyable and entertaining. It would be nice if the guide spoke on the long van rides and narrated about the local area, etc.
S
Steve
Traveled as a couple
January 18, 2025
3
United Kingdom
In the description it states 4-8 hrs but it actually took 14 hrs which was far too long we didn’t get back to our hotel until 9.45 pm.We didn’t need to visit the last shopping centre and could have been back 1.5hrs earlier which would have got us back by 8.15 which would be more acceptable.the guide and driver were very friendly and helpful. It was just too long and very tiring for older disabled people.