Patong Trip Overview
Phuket is not just a beach, this is what you would discover as you come to an end of this tour. Phuket was awarded the Creative City of Gastronomy by UNESCO in 2015.
In ancient time Phuket was a hot-spot of sea trade route bringing Indians, Chinese & European’s to Phuket for trade.This shaped Phuket’s Cuisine & Architecture in a tremendous way. Our unique F.A.T Tour (Food, Art, Town) helps you appreciate Phuket’s Cuisine, Culture & Architecture and its diversity.
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Duration: 6 hours
Starts: Patong, Thailand
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Patong, Phuket, Thailand
Phuket is not just a beach, this is what you would discover as you come to an end of this tour. Phuket was awarded the Creative City of Gastronomy by UNESCO in 2015.
In ancient time Phuket was a hot-spot of sea trade route bringing Indians, Chinese & European’s to Phuket for trade.This shaped Phuket’s Cuisine & Architecture in a tremendous way. Our unique F.A.T Tour (Food, Art, Town) helps you appreciate Phuket’s Cuisine, Culture & Architecture and its diversity.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Patong Beach, Patong, Kathu, Phuket 83000 Thailand
Scenic drive by
Stop At: Chaithararam Temple (Wat Chalong), 70 Moo 6 Chao Fah Tawan Tok Road, Chalong, Phuket Town, Phuket 83000 Thailand
Buddhist temples are very important symbols in Thailand, you will witness the unique architecture and experience the culture and traditions of the local people.
Wat Chalong (Chalong Temple) is the largest of Phuket temples, and the most visited.
The most recent building on the grounds of Wat Chalong is a 60 meters tall ‘Chedi’ sheltering a splinter of bone from Lord Buddha.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Phuket Town, Phuket Town, Phuket
Head out to Phuket old town and make a stop at a local Thai residents house. Our local host welcomes the guests and in a fun way and shares out some of the simple Thai recipes that are quick to learn. Vegetarians need not worry, there are veg dishes as well for learning and thereafter for lunch.
This simple cooking and lunch session will ensure everyone picks up something to add to their culinary skills. Our hosts and guests engage in this fun ‘cooking class’ while understanding the basics of Thai cuisine.
Sample Class /Cuisine
Welcome Drink upon arrival by Home Made”Thai Herbal Drink”
Som Tum (Papaya Salad)
Tom Yum Seafood (Tom Yum Soup)
Fried Chicken / Stir fry Mix Veg
Steam Rice
Thai Dessert – based on the seasonal availability
Drinking Water
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Phuket Town, Phuket Town, Phuket
Explore the classic Phuket Town, its Sino Portuguese architecture, the local art scene and famous Phuket’s street food that has evolved over years, with a mix of cultures influencing its development.
Thereafter we move to Soi Art or the Art Street. The local artists have everything on display here from paintings, pottery, handicraft to locally made souvenirs. Guests can shop if they like or just admire the local art and artisans at work.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Khao Rang Hill View Point, Phuket Town, Phuket Thailand
Well-known hilltop site with a park & terrace for sweeping views of the town & offshore islands. This is a great photo and selfie point. Rang Hill also houses some of the famous Thai restaurants that guests can later come back to.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Phuket Town, Phuket Town, Phuket
Finally, descend from Rang Hill and come to our last point back to Phuket Town. We visit some more famous snacks places.
For eg here is a famous local ice-cream parlor housed in a traditional Sino Portuguese styled that serves unique ‘Fried Ice Cream’ or we try relishing some unique Thai snacks and refreshments depending on local and seasonal availability.
After this last stop, we head back to drop you to your hotel.
Duration: 20 minutes
