Thailand
Thai Island Hopper East- Contiki Tour
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11 April 2025 - 26 December 2025
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The one that delivers a tropical blend of heavenly beaches, divine food and vibrant nightlife!
It’s time to witness the paradise of the East Thai islands. We’ll take you on a trip from Bangkok to Koh Pha Ngan, Koh Tao and Koh Samui – immersing you in iconic nightlife and Thai island adventures that have no comparison on earth, while still giving you time to max relax.
Inclusions
- 5 nights in Hotels, 2 nights in Bungalow, 1 night in Overnight Train
- 7 Breakfasts
- 1 Lunch
- 1 Dinner
- Dedicated Contiki Crew
- Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power points for charging
- Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
- Ferry costs if leaving from London
- Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations
- Contiki Tours are designed for travellers between the ages of 18 and 35
Exclusions
- Visa(s)
- Travel insurance (Highly recommended!)
- Flights and related taxes (Ask us - we can arrange this!)
- Contiki Tour only Gold Seal Protection Insurance
- All items of a personal nature
- Anything not mentioned
Itinerary:
Day 1
Start Bangkok
Bangkok
Hey there travellers! Let’s hope you’re ready for 9 days of Thai island thrills. We’ll store our bags for the day and guess what? You’re free to spend today however you please. We highly recommend catching up on the best of Bangkok’s food scene with our optional lunch tour.
Overnight Train to Surat Thani
It’s been a long first day, folks! But it’s time for our next stop. We'll make our way to Surat Thani on an overnight train.
Overnight Train
Day 2
Surat Thani to Koh Pha Ngan
Overnight Train to Surat Thani
Are you ready? Today’s the day we hop to our first island.
Surat Thani
We’ll arrive at Surat Thani at the crack of dawn, and head straight to Koh Pha Ngan. (Already getting some insane ocean views too!)
Koh Pha Ngan
Welcome to the land of flawless beaches and perfect aquamarine water. Hungry after all that? Fear not. We’ll sit down for a satisfying island buffet lunch with some must-try Thai food. Get some rest and grab your cameras. Head to Haad Yao Beach (one of our absolute favourites), and hit the seas for some fun in the sun.
Shiralea Backpackers Resort (or similar)
Included Meals
Lunch
Day 3
Koh Pha Ngan
Koh Pha Ngan
Mornin' travellers! Today's agenda? Doing anything & everything you like! Chillin' on the beach. Relaxing with a massage. Exploring the island. You do you. Oh, and if you want some free time recs, your Trip Manager will point you in the right direction. Tonight, we'll enjoy a well-deserved drink whilst watching the sunset over an impressive infinity pool.
Shiralea Backpackers Resort (or similar)
Included Meals
Breakfast
Day 4
Koh Pha Ngan to Koh Tao
Koh Pha Ngan
Will we be sad to leave Koh Pha Ngan today? Maybe slightly. But with another swaying palm tree destination calling our names, we're hardly sobbing into our backpacks. Today, we’ll take a ferry to Koh Tao.
Koh Tao
And the island vibes are just getting better! Drop your bags off at the hotel on Sairee Beach (the longest beach on the west of Koh Tao) and roam the streets of this ‘Koh’ (Thai for ‘island’). If you need someone to point out the best spots, your Trip Manager is there to help! You can also take a dip in our hotel’s beach-front swimming pool. In the evening, unwind with a gorgeous sunset dinner with the crew. Either way - you’ll shore-ly have a good time!
Sairee Hut Resort Koh Tao (or similar)
Included Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5
Koh Tao
Koh Tao
Getting under water should be a high priority today. Abounding in coral beauty and (wait for it) sea turtles, Koh Tao's diving reputation makes even the aquaphobes jump right in! Grab a snorkel for an island cruise and adventure, right under the waves! Above land, the island's hilly landscapes offer many pretty hiking trails and bubbling waterfalls, depending on the season.
Sairee Hut Resort Koh Tao (or similar)
Included Meals
Breakfast
Day 6
Koh Tao
Koh Tao
Explore the narrow streets. Chill in the pool. Or dive deep into the ocean. Today you’re free to explore however you like. But if you’re feeling particularly adventurous, you could do some Koh Tao Diving! Explore the Gulf of Thailand, and get a guided tour of the vibrant corals and wrecks underwater. We’ll then head back to the hotel to get some well-deserved rest.
Sairee Hut Resort Koh Tao (or similar)
Included Meals
Breakfast
Day 7
Koh Tao to Koh Samui
Koh Tao
Today we swap one ocean paradise for another, departing Koh Tao and cruising the turquoise waters to reach Koh Samui.
Koh Samui
Can snorkelling, swimming, soaking up the rays and sipping on fresh coconuts ever get boring? Hmm...no. Our first night in Koh Samui will see us taking in the buzzy nightlife of Chaweng Beach (if you can drag yourself away from the luxe hotel we've all checked-in to, that is.) Shop your heart out at the local markets of Samui’s busiest town (not forgetting that souvenir for your mum!) End the day with a drink and a hearty Thai meal at one of the area’s many legendary beach clubs.
Best Western Chaweng Samui (Previously Nora Chaweng Hotel) (or similar)
Included Meals
Breakfast
Day 8
Koh Samui
Koh Samui
If you've got a taste for adventure, this glorious island offers plenty to keep hungry explorers enthralled. Take a tour on a Jeep Safari to visit the highlights of Samui. Admire the mighty Wat Phra Yai temple with its 15-metre golden Buddha statue, or see the super on-trend mummified monk at Wat Khunaram. Finally, dance the night away at one of the clubs in this party island and breathe in those last waves of Koh Samui.
Best Western Chaweng Samui (Previously Nora Chaweng Hotel) (or similar)
Included Meals
Breakfast
Day 9
Koh Samui
Koh Samui
Armed with a totally zen outlook and a backpack full of incredible new memories,it’s time to say your teary goodbyes to your new wolf-pack. Don’t forget to exchange deets. There’s another collection of Thai islands just waiting to be explored.
Included Meals
Breakfast
Terms and Conditions
Why we like it
The one that delivers a tropical blend of heavenly beaches, divine food and vibrant nightlife!
A fantastic tour geared at the 18 - 35 year old market.

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