🌴 2-in-1 tropical escape from London: Bangkok + “The Turtle Island” 🐢 from £390
You’ll start in Bangkok — chaotic, colorful, and full of contrasts — and then trade skyscrapers for palm trees as you head south to Koh Tao, one of Thailand’s most beautiful islands, also known as Turtle Island. The route is smooth and well-tested: from Bangkok to Koh Tao, you’ll take a combined bus + ferry transfer, which is easy to book and runs daily.
🌆 Bangkok — temples, street food & big city energy
Your journey begins in Bangkok — a city that immediately pulls you in with its energy, colours, and contrasts. Here, ancient temples stand next to modern skyscrapers, street food stalls sit beside rooftop bars, and every street feels alive.
✨ Things to do and see here:
• Visit the Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew
• See Wat Arun at sunset along the river
• Explore street food markets and night markets
• Experience rooftop bars with skyline views
• Take a boat ride along the Chao Phraya River
🏝 Koh Tao (Turtle Island) — diving, beaches & island life
Next, you leave the city behind and head to Koh Tao — a small island in the Gulf of Thailand known as Turtle Island, thanks to both its shape and the sea turtles you can often spot here.
To get there, you’ll take a bus + ferry combination from Bangkok, which is the most common and straightforward way to reach the island. The journey takes around 10 hours in total and is organised as a single ticket with smooth connections.
Koh Tao is famous for its crystal-clear water, relaxed atmosphere, and incredible underwater life — making it one of the best places in the world for snorkeling and diving.
✨ Things to do on the island
• Snorkel or dive with turtles and tropical fish
• Visit Koh Nang Yuan viewpoint — one of Thailand’s most iconic views
• Explore hidden beaches and bays around the island
• Watch sunsets from beach bars and viewpoints
• Meet sea turtles in spots like Shark Bay
• Try diving courses (Koh Tao is one of the cheapest places in the world to get certified)
Route and travel dates:
London – Bangkok – Sep 13
Bangkok – Koh Tao – Sep 16
Koh Tao – Bangkok -Sep 23
Bangkok – London – Sep 24
Baggage allowance:
One cabin bag, one checked bag
In Bangkok, you may stay at the 4* NH Bangkok Asoke with an outdoor pool and sweeping views on the skyscrapers.
For your island stay on Koh Tao, we recommend the highly rated View Point Resort with amazing views, an outdoor pool, and total relaxation vibe.
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