Phuket Highlight Tour Big Buddha Temple and Elephant Sanctuary

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4 to 6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the best of Phuket in one unforgettable day — combining scenic viewpoints, cultural landmarks, and an ethical elephant-sanctuary experience.

Begin at Karon Viewpoint, where you’ll take in Phuket’s iconic panorama of three turquoise bays. Continue to the Big Buddha, a 45-meter marble statue with sweeping island views and a calm, spiritual atmosphere.

Visit Wat Chalong, Phuket’s most important temple, and learn about local Buddhist traditions as you explore the sacred grounds.

Finish your journey at an ethical elephant sanctuary, where you’ll learn the elephants’ rescue stories and observe them in a peaceful forest setting. Caretakers demonstrate how their food and herbal supplements are prepared, and you’ll gain insight into their behavior, wellbeing, and daily care — with no riding, feeding, or direct interaction.

What's Included

Hotel Transfer
Eco Guide at Ethical Elephant Sanctuary
Visit Ethical Elephant Sanctuary
Food
Personal Expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

• You can also get picked up from anywhere in Phuket. • Please plan to meet your driver at your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time • If you arrive more than 10 minutes late or after we have moved from your hotel, you may be considered a no-shows

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Chaithararam Temple (Wat Chalong)

    Next, visit Wat Chalong, Phuket’s most revered temple. Learn about Buddhist traditions as locals light incense and make merit in this sacred place.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Big Buddha Phuket

    Discover the best of Phuket in one unforgettable day — from stunning viewpoints and cultural landmarks to a heartwarming elephant experience. Start your adventure at Karon Viewpoint, where the island’s most famous panorama unfolds before you — three turquoise bays shimmering under the tropical sun. Continue to the Big Buddha, a majestic 45-meter marble statue offering sweeping views across the island. Feel the peaceful atmosphere as you walk around this spiritual landmark.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Karon Viewpoint

    Karon Viewpoint, where the island’s most famous panorama unfolds before you — three turquoise bays shimmering under the tropical sun.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Embark on a 1-hour educational experience where you’ll learn about rescued elephants and the dedicated hill tribe caretakers who support them. Discover how the sanctuary provides lifelong care for elephants retired from tourism and gain insight into the meaningful bond between each mahout and their elephant.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note the driver is not a tour guide, however, he will be willing to help you as much as he can
  • In Thailand, only Thai is an official language, so please do not expect excellent English language skills from the drivers. The English proficiency of the driver is not fluent, but he can definitely communicate in English with you Read more about - From Phuket Deep Sea or Patong Port: Private Customizable Tour - https://www.viator.com/tours/Phuket/Phuket-Private-Car-or-Minibus-Rental-with-Driver/d349-231052P24?mcid=56757
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Day Trips
Half-day Tours
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Private Sightseeing Tours
Volunteer Tours
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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