Muang Day Trips: Island Ferries, Speedboats and Northern Food Walks
The salt spray hits the front deck of the cruiser forty minutes out of the harbor, signaling you have finally left the mainland behind. # Best Budget Day Trips # Photo by 龔 月強 on Pexels Photo by Jonny Belvedere on Pexels Tour Price Discount Book James Bond Island and Phang Nga Bay Tour + Canoeing By Speedboat From Phuket $71.63 -10% Book Hong Islands Premium Catamaran Day Tour with Lunch From Krabi $71.79 -10% Book Phi Phi, Maya, Khai and Pileh Day Trip by Catamaran From Phuket $72.63 -10% Book When your wallet dictates your itinerary, you do not actually have to sacrifice the quality of your coastal or urban experiences. You can choose the Phuket Ferry to Phi Phi with Snorkeling Day Tour at $34 USD for a straightforward island crossing that gets you out onto the water on a spacious ferry. If you prefer a larger vessel with similar lounging opportunities, the One Day Phi Phi Islands Tour By Big Boat From Phuket costs $45 USD and gives you ample time to swim off the white sand beaches and snorkel among the reef fish. Between these two lower-cost marine options, the cheaper ferry works best if you just want transport and standard island access, while the slightly pricier big boat option focuses more on dedicated swim stops. For an entirely different atmosphere away from the southern shores, you can swap the ocean for northern city streets by booking the Chiang Mai : Evening Sightseeing and Food Tastings Guided Tour for $41 USD. This five-hour evening walk suits evening travelers who want to taste local dishes and see the city lights without committing to a full-day excursion. Practical tip: always bring a dry bag for your electronics if you pick any of the island-bound water trips, as the ferry decks catch plenty of sea spray when the wind picks up.