WHERE DOES THE TOUR START AND FINISH?
WHO WILL I BE TRAVELLING WITH?
DO I NEED VACCINATIONS?
CAN I BOOK EXTRA NIGHTS?
CAN YOU HELP ME ORGANISE FLIGHTS & INSURANCE?
WHAT ABOUT THE FULL MOON PARTY?
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO TRAVEL TO THAILAND?
DO I NEED A VISA?
WHAT AIRPORT DO I FLY IN AND OUT OF?
WHAT HAPPENS IF MY FLIGHT IS DELAYED?
WHERE DOES THE TOUR START AND FINISH?
The Ultimate Thailand Island Hopper tour starts in Bangkok and ends in Koh Samui.
The 16 Day Thailand Island Hopper tour operates on the same itinerary as Ultimate Thailand original for Days 1 - 10. On Day-11, customers booked onto the 16-day itinerary will continue onto East Thai islands with their group leader.
The 16 day tour ends in Koh Samui on Day-16. A departure transfer to Koh Samui Airport or pier is not included but can be pre-booked or organised prior to departure with your tour leader.
WHO WILL I BE TRAVELLING WITH?
Whether you’re travelling solo or with a mate, you’ll meet like-minded travellers from all over the world. Group sizes vary with each tour however we like to keep things fun yet personal so you’ll be travelling with no more than 30 others.
DO I NEED VACCINATIONS?
We recommend making an appointment with your GP to discuss which vaccinations will be needed for your trip.
The Hepatitis A vaccine is strongly recommended. Rabies pre-exposure vaccination may be an option, but not essential.
Malaria isn’t common in the areas we visit, but stock up on bug spray in Bangkok as there are other diseases such as Dengue that are more common.
We recommend organising all vaccines at least 4-6 weeks before your trip to Thailand.
CAN I BOOK EXTRA NIGHTS?
If you need additional nights before or after your trip, just add them to your booking when you checkout.
Not sure if you need extra nights? Get in touch to chat with a member of the crew before or after you book
CAN YOU HELP ME ORGANISE FLIGHTS & INSURANCE?
WHAT ABOUT THE FULL MOON PARTY?
During the Ultimate Thailand Island hopper, we visit Koh Phangan, home to the legendary Full Moon Party!
Some Ultimate Thailand tour dates coincide with the Full Moon Party. If your tour lines up with a Full Moon Party we'll make sure your group can attend.
There are also some epic Half-Moon parties on the island that take place in the middle of the jungle! If your tour dates align, we'll also give you the option to join the party!
If your tour does not line-up with any “official” Full Moon parties, no need to worry! We always organise Ultimate parties for you in Koh Phangan regardless!
Check out our guide to the Koh Phangan Full Moon Party here.
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO TRAVEL TO THAILAND?
Thailand is a great country to visit all year round! As the country is so vast different weather systems spread out across the region. So if you're visiting at a certain time of the year and the weather is due to be hot and dry in Bangkok, you may experience a little rain in the southern islands. Not to worry though, if rain does occur it usually does not last very long and can be a relief from the heat!
DO I NEED A VISA?
In some cases, yes, and the process is very easy!
Citizens of 41 different nationalities, including Australia, NZ, UK, USA and most of Europe, can enter Thailand without a pre-arranged visa. This ‘visa exemption’ allows you to stay 30 days when entering Thailand by air, and 15 days when crossing into Thailand by land.
It's worth noting that without proof of an onward ticket and sufficient funds for your expected stay any visitor can be denied entry. For more information about 60-Day Tourist Visas, Visa Extensions and Visa Runs check out our Thailand visa info here.
WHAT AIRPORT DO I FLY IN AND OUT OF?
Ultimate Thailand starts in Bangkok.
You can choose to fly into either of the two International Airports, Don Mueang (DMK) or Suvarnabhumi (BKK). Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the newer airport of the two and is a little closer to the city.
Return flights to Bangkok are generally cheaper than organising a flight one-way. Our tour ends in Koh Samui but your guide will be able to advise you on the best way to get back to Bangkok for your flight, and help you organise the transfer!
WHAT HAPPENS IF MY FLIGHT IS DELAYED?
If your flight arrival information changes, please let us know as soon as can so that we can rearrange your airport transfer. You can give us a call or email us with the updated date, time and flight number. If your flight is delayed, please find the relevant contact number to call on your Welcome Booklet to adjust your pick up time.
