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15 VIP Experiences in Thailand Worth the Early Start

19 tours  ·  from $26 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend two weeks out: 15 vip experiences, each with what it costs, what the travellers who took it say, and the detail to check before you pay.

Bangkok: The Newest Luxury 5-Star Bangkok Chao Phraya Cruise - Boarding at Asiatique or Yodpiman River Walk
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Bangkok: The Newest Luxury 5-Star Bangkok Chao Phraya Cruise

1.The Newest Luxury 5-Star Bangkok Chao Phraya Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,371 reviews · 2 hours · from $49Our pick

Review of Bangkok’s 2-hour Chao Phraya luxury cruise, with buffet dining, Thai dance, live music, sunset and night options.

“Amazing to see the city at night from the river. Great food, great entertainment and great staff. Chaotic getting on the boat but all good in the end. Would highly recommend”

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Bangkok: Alangka Luxury Buffet Dinner Cruise With Live Music - The two-hour route along the Chao Phraya
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Bangkok: Alangka Luxury Buffet Dinner Cruise With Live Music

2.Alangka Luxury Buffet Dinner Cruise With Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 1,811 reviews · 2 hours · from $31

Review of Bangkok’s Alangka dinner cruise, covering food, views, live music, timing, value, rainy season limits, and practical tips.

“Fantastic experience. Just be aware that since there are a lot of people in the cruise the buffet will be crowded. Nevertheless, I recommend this tour to anyone, great food, show and sightseeing.”

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Morning, Phi Phi Island Boat Trips, Phuket Tours, Tour Reviews, VIP

Luxury Small Group Phi Phi Sunrise from Phuket

3.Luxury Small Group Phi Phi Sunrise from Phuket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,447 reviews · from $174Top rated

Review of Phuket’s luxury Phi Phi sunrise tour, with Maya Bay, snorkeling, small groups, meals, transfers, and practical advice.

“This was probably one the best experiences I had when visiting Phuket especially as a solo traveler. I felt extreme safe and all the staff was amazing when it came to taking videos and pictures. They provide everyone with breakfast then snRead more”

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Krabi: 7 Island Tour by Luxury Longtail Boat with Snorkeling - The early start and the pier routine
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Krabi: 7 Island Tour by Luxury Longtail Boat with Snorkeling

Luxury Boat to James Bond Islands with Lunch and Sunset Dinner - Boarding the catamaran and choosing your space
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Luxury Boat to James Bond Islands with Lunch and Sunset Dinner

5.Luxury Boat to James Bond Islands with Lunch and Sunset Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 908 reviews · from $159

Review of Phuket’s luxury James Bond Island catamaran cruise, with cave kayaking, buffet meals, sunset views, water toys, and practical tips.

“I had a fantastic time on this day trip! The tour kept things exciting and always had water and soft drinks available, along with alcohol for purchase. Our first stop featured slides and paddleboards, offering options to swim or jump off the boat. The ride was comfortable, and there were so many beautiful landscapes to admire around us. We also went kayaking—more like a small raft where someone else paddles for you—but it was still very cool. They provided us with a nice buffet lunch and dinner on board. Our final stop at James Bond Island was awesome. We took a wooden longtail boat to shore and had the chance…”

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Floating & Railway Market and Coconut Farm Tour [Optional Luxury] - Coconut sugar and the work behind a Thai staple
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Floating & Railway Market and Coconut Farm Tour [Optional Luxury]

6.Floating & Railway Market and Coconut Farm Tour [Optional Luxury]

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 835 reviews · from $88

Compare Bangkok’s Damnoen Saduak and Mae Klong markets, coconut sugar farm, salt fields, transport options, and practical tour tips.

“Company was very accommodating as there wasn’t enough people booked and were to cancel but we asked to purchase extra tickets which they agreed and we ended up having a private tour. We had a driver and tour guide pick up Read more”

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Bangkok: Luxury White Dinner Cruise Free Flow Beer and Wine - What the $53 price really includes
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Bangkok: Luxury White Dinner Cruise Free Flow Beer and Wine

Manohra Cruise Luxury Dining - A two-hour route past Wat Arun and royal Bangkok
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Manohra Cruise Luxury Dining

8.Manohra Cruise Luxury Dining

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 480 reviews · from $134

Review of Bangkok’s Manohra luxury dinner cruise, with Thai fine dining, a restored rice barge, temple views, pricing, and practical tips.

“A truly memorable experience! The food was delicious and the staff was very attentive and friendly. Our drinks were constantly being refilled. We enjoyed having a more intimate experience than the larger boats and it was beautiful seeing the city at night.”

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Bangkok: Opulence Luxury River Dinner Cruise - Arriving at ICONSIAM without a last-minute panic
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Bangkok: Opulence Luxury River Dinner Cruise

9.Opulence Luxury River Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 468 reviews · 2 hours · from $57

Review of Bangkok’s Opulence Luxury River Dinner Cruise, with Thai buffet, live music, temple views, practical pier tips, and value advice.

“Amazing value! The boat looked nicer than others and the food was delicious! Very attentive staff. Assigned seating so it was very organized - highly recommend!”

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Bangkok: Opulence Luxury Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise - A polished boat with a festive feel
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Bangkok: Opulence Luxury Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise

Pattaya: Max Muay Thai Stadium Ticket with VIP Seating - Arriving at Max Muay Thai Stadium in Pattaya
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Pattaya: Max Muay Thai Stadium Ticket with VIP Seating

Full Day Ang Thong Islands Luxury Small Group Tour - Koh Mae Ko and the Emerald Lagoon viewpoint
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Full Day Ang Thong Islands Luxury Small Group Tour

12.Full Day Ang Thong Islands Luxury Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 305 reviews · from $140

Review the Ang Thong luxury small-group tour from Koh Samui, with snorkeling, kayaking, lunch, island views, and practical booking advice.

“Great full day experience! It is a long (1hr) boat trip to the islands and back - but well worth it. We had Lip as our guide and he was great! Very organised, making sure we weren’t stuck with lots of other tours. Highly recommend this tour.”

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Luxury Small Group Phang Nga Bay and Beyond - Hong Island by canoe, with someone else doing the paddling
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Luxury Small Group Phang Nga Bay and Beyond

13.Luxury Small Group Phang Nga Bay and Beyond

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 300 reviews · from $143

Review of Simba Sea Trips’ Phang Nga Bay tour from Phuket, with caves, canoeing, James Bond Island, lunch, beaches, and small-group service.

“We had an amazing time and Harry was an excellent tour guide and took so many amazing photos of me and my friend! Loved the cave stop and the beach we relaxed on at the end of the day. Definitely recommend! (If you only have 1 choice Read more”

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Phuket Airport VIP Fast-Track Immigration with Personal Guide - Meeting the Guide After Landing
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Phuket Airport VIP Fast-Track Immigration with Personal Guide

14.Phuket Airport VIP Fast-Track Immigration with Personal Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 292 reviews · from $61

Phuket Airport VIP Fast-Track saves time at immigration with a personal guide, optional lounge access, and transfers for arrivals or departures.

“I can’t recommend this service enough. We were immediately greeted by the representative and whisked through the entire immigration process like VIPs. The airport was crazy busy so after 25 hours of travel, this was a huge relief. We were then escorted to our transfer and everything was seamless. No fuss and complete ease.”

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Top 3 Must-see Temples in Bangkok Private Tour [Optional Luxury] - Wat Traimit and the Golden Buddha
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Top 3 Must-see Temples in Bangkok Private Tour [Optional Luxury]

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