I’d be happy to help plan a 10-day trip to Phang Nga, Thailand on a budget! Here’s a sample itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Phuket, check into budget accommodation (cost: around $10-15 per night)
- Travel method: Fly into Phuket International Airport, then take a shared minivan or Songthaew to your hotel (cost: around $5-10 per person)
Day 2: Visit the Phang Nga Bay National Park and take a boat tour to explore the limestone cliffs and caves (cost: around $20-25 per person)
- Travel method: Take a minivan or boat tour from Phuket to Phang Nga Bay National Park
Day 3: Take a day trip to the James Bond Island and the Koh Tapu (cost: around $20-25 per person for a boat tour)
- Travel method: Take a boat tour from Phuket to James Bond Island and Koh Tapu
Day 4: Visit the Wat Suwan Kuha and the Wat Tham Khao Rang (cost: around $5-10 per person)
- Travel method: Rent a bike or take a local bus to Wat Suwan Kuha (cost: around $1-2 per trip), then take a taxi or local bus to Wat Tham Khao Rang (cost: around $2-3 per trip)
Day 5: Take a day trip to the Similan Islands and enjoy snorkeling and diving (cost: around $30-40 per person for a boat tour)
- Travel method: Take a boat tour from Phuket to the Similan Islands
Day 6: Visit the Khao Phra Thaeo National Park and take a hike to the Ton Pariwat Waterfall (cost: around $5-10 per person)
- Travel method: Rent a bike or take a local bus to Khao Phra Thaeo National Park (cost: around $1-2 per trip), then take a hike to the waterfall
Day 7: Take a day trip to the Surin Islands and enjoy snorkeling and diving (cost: around $30-40 per person for a boat tour)
- Travel method: Take a boat tour from Phuket to the Surin Islands
Day 8: Visit the Wat Srisoonthorn and the Wat Khao
Phra Yai (cost: around $5-10 per person)
- Travel method: Rent a bike or take a local bus to Wat Srisoonthorn (cost: around $1-2 per trip), then take a taxi or local bus to Wat Khao Phra Yai (cost: around $2-3 per trip)
Day 9: Take a day trip to the Koh Yao Islands and enjoy the beaches and local culture (cost: around $20-25 per person for a ferry or boat tour)
- Travel method: Take a ferry or boat tour from Phuket to the Koh Yao Islands
Day 10: Relax on the beach and enjoy your last night in Phang Nga (cost: free)
- Travel method: Walk or rent a bike to get around (cost: around $3-5 per day for bike rental)
Note: This is a sample itinerary and can be adjusted to your preferences. Prices and activities may vary depending on the season, please check the current situation before planning your trip. Also, please note that the cost of accommodation, food, and other personal expenses are not included in this budget. Some additional activities you could consider are visiting the Wat Putta Mongkon, the Wat An-Nong, the Wat Khao Krabak Yai.