Visit Thailand's islands

To the south of Bangkok lie the beautiful beaches and islands of Southern Thailand. With the Andaman Sea to the west and the Gulf of Thailand to the east, you can be assured a paradise stretch of coastline is never far away.

Thailand's outstanding natural beauty is hard to match: miles of white sand beaches, warm clear waters and teeming coral reefs and a unique cultural heritage reflected in grand temples, palaces, Buddhist monasteries and vibrant festivals.

The stunning western Andaman Sea coast is celebrated for the popular beachside resorts of Phuket, Krabi, Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta, while on the eastern coast the islands of Koh Samui and Koh Phangan are fringed by the warm, shallow waters of the Gulf of Thailand.

Bangkok, River Kwai & Elephant Hills

14-day tailor-made holiday from £3,775 pp incl. flights

Offering a flavour of three very different regions of Thailand, this tailor-made tour explores the vibrant capital Bangkok, before a cruise on the River Kwai and the wildlife, rainforests and beaches of the tropical south.

Thailand Top to Toe

15-day tailor-made holiday from £3,050 pp

When people think of Thailand, the first picture that springs to mind for many is one of gorgeous white-sand beaches, swaying palms and a sparkling turquoise sea in the resort islands of the south. Scratch a little deeper however and you'll find a rich tapestry of culture, cuisine, temples and trib…

Cultural Highlights of Thailand & Krabi Beach Break

17-day tailor-made journey from £3,465 pp

From cultural highlights and historic sites to the sheer indulgence of one of Krabi's finest resorts, this is an incredible introduction to the best of Thailand.

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Top places to stay in Thailand's islands

Santhiya Koh Yao Yai Resort & Spa

Contemporary resort

Just a 20-minute speedboat ride from Phuket, the Santhiya Koh Yao Yai is a brand new five-star resort and spa surrounded by 38 acres of tropical forest, untouched white-sand beaches and the turquoise waters of the Andaman Sea.

Trisara, Phuket, Thailand

Accommodation

Situated on the north west coast of Phuket, Trisara offers stunning accommodation with panoramic sea views and infinity pools, complemented by a white sand private bay and plenty of activities. A resort perfect for both couples and families.

Absolute Sanctuary. Koh Samui, Thailand

Accommodation

Absolute Sanctuary is a premier boutique spa resort on tropical Koh Samui, offering a comprehensive range of holistic detox, yoga, exercise and nutritional programmes in a stunning hilltop location.

Kamalaya Koh Samui, Thailand

Accommodation

One of WEXAS spa collection’s favourite holistic resorts, Kamalaya Koh Samui offers immersive detox, fitness and relaxation programmes in a serene hilltop setting with ocean and forest views.

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Where to go in Thailand's islands

Koh Phangan

Largely undeveloped Koh Phangan is famed for its bohemian atmosphere and youthful outlook. Powdery beaches, calm bays, accessible corals, excellent dive sites and a forested interior make it perfect for nature lovers.

Koh Samui

Koh Samui is a tropical island paradise in the Gulf of Thailand; it's quickly making the transition from backpackers' retreat to sophisticated beach resort with the arrival of major hotel and spa projects.

Khao Lak

The small seaside resort of Khao Lak is a popular departure point for live-aboard scuba diving trips out to the Similan Islands, part of a marine park that contains some of the world's most famous dive sites.

Khao Sok National Park

The chance to see wild elephants, tigers, deer, gibbons, cloud leopards and other wildlife in their native habitat is a great reason to visit the vast Khao Sok National Park, where limestone peaks rise up to 900 metres and numerous streams and waterfalls sparkle among the greenery.

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