Phuket Old Town, Chalong & Viewpoint Shore Tour for Cruise Guests

Phuket, Thailand
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Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesThai, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Supercharge your Phuket port day on this cruise-friendly half-day Phuket Old Town & Viewpoint shore excursion for cruise guests. Explore colorful Phuket Old Town, wandering past pastel Sino-Portuguese shophouses, street art and cafés. Experience local culture at Chalong Temple as you light incense and admire glittering pagodas. Then enjoy Andaman Sea views from Karon Viewpoint, where your guide helps frame sweeping bay photos. Choose the classic city tour with these highlights, or upgrade to include Rock Beach Swing, a coastal spot with rustic swings, sky stairs and ocean-view seats made for Instagram-ready shots. With AC transport, relaxed timing and a photo-loving guide, this tour suits couples, families, friends and solo travelers of all ages.

Options

City Tour + Karon View

This option: gives you the classic experience with Old Town, Chalong Temple and Karon Viewpoint.
It’s perfect: if you want Phuket’s cultural and scenic highlights without the extra photo stop.
Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included

+ Rock Beach Swing 1-3 people

This option: adds an exclusive Rock Beach Swing stop for small groups wanting unique ocean photos.
It’s ideal: for travelers who prefer a private, flexible experience with standout picture spots.
Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included

+ Rock Beach Swing 4-6 people

This option: includes the Rock Beach Swing upgrade designed for mid-sized groups or families.
It balances: great value with memorable shared moments at one of Phuket’s most photogenic spots.
Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included

+ Rock Beach Swing 7-8 people

This option: is perfect for larger groups wanting the full tour plus Rock Beach Swing’s dramatic scenery.
It offers: a fun, social experience with plenty of time for group photos and shared memories.
Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included

What's included

  • Professional guide
  • Roundtrip transfer
  • Insurance
  • Admission fee
  • Tip & personal expenses

What to expect

  1. 1h
    Phuket Old Town is a photogenic maze of pastel townhouses, arcaded walkways, street art, and heritage buildings. Every corner offers a new backdrop, blending Chinese, Thai, and European influences into one charming historic neighborhood.
  2. 1h · Admission ticket included
    Chalong Temple, Phuket’s most revered temple, blends glittering pagodas, intricate carvings and a gentle spiritual atmosphere. Stroll through the grounds, light incense, and admire the architecture that reflects Thailand’s deep Buddhist heritage.
  3. Karon Viewpoint
    1h · Admission ticket included
    From Karon Viewpoint, three beautiful curving bays curve gently along Phuket’s west coast. Framed by lush green hills and bright blue sky, this scenic lookout is perfect for panoramic photos and a short, relaxing sightseeing stop.
  4. Rock Beach Swing
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Rock Beach Swing is a hidden coastal gem spot where a rustic wooden swing hangs above the rocks facing the open sea. Feel the salty breeze, listen to the waves, and snap playful seaside photos with a stunning blue-ocean backdrop.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Pickup is available for all Phuket Port. Pickup time is between 10.30 a.m. to 11.00 a.m.
The tour operator will confirm the exact pick-up time via email. Please don't forget to recheck your email. Please plan to meet the driver in your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before the scheduled.
You may be considered a no-show if you arrive more than 10 minutes late or after the car has moved on from your hotel.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour is designed for passengers arriving by cruise ship. Timing is adjusted based on the ship schedule.
  • We guarantee return to port at least 90 minutes before ship departure.
  • The itinerary is subject to change. Times shown are approximate and may vary. Remaining time is allocated based on travel durations between pickup and drop-off points, as well as transit times between activities.
  • On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund.
  • Please email us to reconfirm the cruise pier before the travel date. If no confirmation is received, the pier selected at booking will be used, and no refund will be provided if the cruise docks at a different pier.
  • Guests who are pregnant are not allowed to join the tour.
  • Guests who have high blood pressure, heart disease and bone diseases are not recommended to join the tour.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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