After being picked up from the airport, check into your hostel and enjoy the freedom of exploring Bangkok City. Meet your new travel group and get to know them over a drink (or five!) on the infamous Khao San Road. Known for its colourful bars, loud music, and thrilling atmosphere, it’s regularly been described as a backpackers haven and is the perfect way to start off your adventure!

Accommodation: Villa Cha Cha Banglamphu Hotel – Twin Share | Bangkok

Bangkok is awesome, and there’s so much to explore. Hop into a tuk-tuk and explore the iconic gold reclining Buddha at Wat Pho temple. Enjoy views of the city on a long tail boat drifting down the Chao Praya River, a really unique way of taking in the sights of Bangkok. Enjoy free time this afternoon to do as you please, whether it be shopping at the markets or sampling delicious street food. Meet back up for dinner and drinks at Khao San Road For another night on the town.

Accommodation: Villa Cha Cha Banglamphu Hotel – Twin Share | Bangkok

Enjoy a relaxing morning with a Thai massage and say goodbye to Bangkok. Today you’ll be boarding an overnight train that’ll take you to Khao Sok National Park. You’ll have your very own comfy berth on the train, and you’ll get to spend some quality time with your new mates. The scenery on this train going from the cityscape to the countryside and limestone mountains is definitely something you won’t forget any time soon.

Accommodation: Overnight Train to Khao Sok – Multi-Share Cabins
Meals included: Breakfast

Once you’ve arrived in Khao Sok National Park, you’ll be taken to your floating bungalows via traditional longtail boat. What an epic place to spend the night! On the way, stop off at some gorgeous picture worthy sights and take a quick dip in the cool water. From your bungalows, you can go kayaking or chill out with a cold beer on a floating tube, with the breathtaking backdrop of limestone mountains surrounding you.

Accommodation: Floating Bungalows – Multi-Share | Khao Sok
Meals included: Lunch, Dinner

Start your day waking up in your serene floating bungalow, and maybe indulge in a refreshing dip in the freshwater lake before breakfast. Following a leisurely morning, travel towards Koh Phangan, an enchanting island off Thailand’s East Coast. Once there, head straight to Bottle Beach which is definitely a favourite among backpackers. This secluded gem is only accessible by boat, and offers pristine beauty and serenity. You’ll have the entire place almost entirely to yourselves, staying in cosy beach bungalows right by the water’s edge. Unwind on the beach or at the bar for the rest of the day. In the evening, gather around for a delightful beachside dinner followed by a captivating bonfire and fire show under the stars.

Accommodation: Tiki Beach Resort – Twin Share | Koh Phangan
Meals included: Breakfast

After a relaxing wake up call with the wonderful sounds of waves rolling on the beach, enjoy your morning and have a go at some fun activities on offer. Go kayaking, play some volleyball, trek to the viewpoint or simply relax in the sun. Then, it’s time for a Muay Thai boxing lesson! Thailand’s national sport, you’ll leave feeling strong, energised, and sweaty. Rinse off in the ocean and spend your evening enjoying the beachside bar and awesome atmosphere.

Accommodation: Tiki Beach Resort – Twin Share | Koh Phangan

Today it’s sailing time. Enjoy a boat tour of this magical island, stopping off for some beach activities and snorkelling excursions. Enjoy lunch on the island, soak up some sun, cool off in the water and spend time bonding with your travel mates. Get back to the island for a sunset dinner and drinks and an evening dancing on the beach to make the most of your last night in Koh Phangan.

Accommodation: Tiki Beach Resort – Twin Share | Koh Phangan
Meals included: Lunch

Sadly, today is checkout day and time to wave a farewell to your new travel mates. But that doesn’t mean this is goodbye forever! Continue your onward journey and maybe head on to explore the rest of South East Asia. What an epic 8 days it’s been!

Cancellation & Refund Policy: Refunds will be processed according to the following time frames:

Cancellations more than 60 days: Loss of deposit.

Cancellations 60 days of less: 100% of trip cost.

Free airport pickup is provided if arriving less than 48 hours before the start of the tour and booked the pre-nights directly with TruTravels at the start hotel.

If you’re arriving the day of the tour you will also be eligible for airport pick up.

The trip begins in Bangkok and finishes in Koh Phangan.

You will need to fly into Suvarnabhumi (BKK) which is the main international airport or alternatively we can also collect you from Don Muang (DMK).

If you are arriving less than 48 hours before the start of the tour and booked the pre-nights directly with TruTravels at the start hotel, you will get a free airport pickup.

If you are arriving the day of the tour you will also be eligible for an airport pick up.

The closest airport is Koh Samui (USM) which is a 45 minute ferry ride away from Koh Phangan. The ferries run regularly. There are also other means of travel that our group leaders will be able to help you arrange.

The accommodation for this trip is all twin share private rooms. Doubles can be provided upon request for couples.

The currency in Thailand is Thai Baht (THB).

Yes! You’re protected. TruTravels is both ABTA and ATOL registered meaning your money is safe.

Most of the people that join on tour are 18-thirtysomethings! There is an upper age limit of 45 on these tours.

Yes! Let us know when you are booking your trip about any requirements you might have so the team can plan ahead and make sure this doesn’t affect your trip!

Yes, lots of people come on these trips as solo travellers, it’s a great way to meet new people and you’ll never feel alone from the moment you arrive as you will instantly be travelling with an awesome group of likeminded people.

Yes, the majority of travellers will be travelling on their own! Roughly 65% of TruTravellers come solo! These trips are designed specifically with solo travellers in mind, so you can be assured you’ll meet lots of others travelling alone like yourself along the way. This of course doesn’t mean trips are only for solo travellers, but it does mean that you don’t need to worry you’ll be surrounded by a group that already knows each other.

Travel insurance is compulsory for all our trips. You’ll need to show proof of your policy to your group leader upon arrival (on your phone or printed).

World Nomads travel insurance policies offer coverage for more than 150 activities. Get a quote, make a claim, or buy or extend your policy while on the road.

We endorse the recommendation of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade that all travellers take out travel insurance. If you already have Travel Insurance please understand that it is your responsibility to ensure that your Travel Insurance covers you for all of the adventure style travel you have booked with us.