Phuket : Food | Art | Town : Travstore Original F.A.T Tour

Overview

Phuket is not just a beach, this is what you would discover as you come to an end of this tour. Phuket was awarded the Creative City of Gastronomy by UNESCO in 2015. In ancient time Phuket was a hot-spot of sea trade route bringing Indians, Chinese & European's to Phuket for trade.This shaped Phuket's Cuisine & Architecture in a tremendous way. Our unique F.A.T Tour (Food, Art, Town) helps you appreciate Phuket's Cuisine, Culture & Architecture and its diversity.

Itinerary

1. Patong Beach

   Scenic drive by

   · Non-stop passage

2. Chaithararam Temple (Wat Chalong)

   Buddhist temples are very important symbols in Thailand, you will witness the unique architecture and experience the culture and traditions of the local people. Wat Chalong (Chalong Temple) is the largest of Phuket temples, and the most visited. The most recent building on the grounds of Wat Chalong is a 60 meters tall 'Chedi' sheltering a splinter of bone from Lord Buddha.

   · 30 min

3. Phuket-ville

   Head out to Phuket old town and make a stop at a local Thai residents house. Our local host welcomes the guests and in a fun way and shares out some of the simple Thai recipes that are quick to learn. Vegetarians need not worry, there are veg dishes as well for learning and thereafter for lunch. This simple cooking and lunch session will ensure everyone picks up something to add to their culinary skills. Our hosts and guests engage in this fun 'cooking class’ while understanding the basics of Thai cuisine. Sample Class /Cuisine Welcome Drink upon arrival by Home Made"Thai Herbal Drink" Som Tum (Papaya Salad) Tom Yum Seafood (Tom Yum Soup) Fried Chicken / Stir fry Mix Veg Steam Rice Thai Dessert - based on the seasonal availability Drinking Water

   · 1 h 30 min

4. Phuket-ville

   Explore the classic Phuket Town, its Sino Portuguese architecture, the local art scene and famous Phuket’s street food that has evolved over years, with a mix of cultures influencing its development. Thereafter we move to Soi Art or the Art Street. The local artists have everything on display here from paintings, pottery, handicraft to locally made souvenirs. Guests can shop if they like or just admire the local art and artisans at work.

   · 1 h 30 min

5. Khao Rang Hill View Point

   Well-known hilltop site with a park & terrace for sweeping views of the town & offshore islands. This is a great photo and selfie point. Rang Hill also houses some of the famous Thai restaurants that guests can later come back to.

   · 30 min· Admission included

6. Phuket-ville

   Finally, descend from Rang Hill and come to our last point back to Phuket Town. We visit some more famous snacks places. For eg here is a famous local ice-cream parlor housed in a traditional Sino Portuguese styled that serves unique ‘Fried Ice Cream’ or we try relishing some unique Thai snacks and refreshments depending on local and seasonal availability. After this last stop, we head back to drop you to your hotel.

   · 20 min

Pickup

Pickup included.

Free Hotel pickup is available from Patong Beach, Kata Beach and Karon Beach. Please advise pickup from your hotel or a nearby location when you call to confirm your reservation. Other pick up locations have extra charges of THB 200/- Per Person, that we will collect in person

How to use your ticket

What to know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather.

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