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Phuket in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days based in Phuket lets you mix islands, jungle and culture. Here is how to spend three perfect days in Phuket — with the best-rated tours and day trips to book for each.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Phi Phi Islands
  2. 2Day 2: James Bond Island
  3. 3Day 3: Elephants & Big Buddha
  4. 4Islands, jungle & culture

Day 1: Phi Phi

Sail to the Phi Phi Islands and snorkel Maya Bay.

Day 2: Phang Nga Bay

Visit James Bond Island and canoe sea caves.

Day 3: elephants & culture

Meet elephants and see the Big Buddha and old town.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Phuket — prices per person.

Maya Bay, Phi Phi et Bamboo Island Premium Trip par Seastar au départ de Phuket
Phuket
Maya Bay, Phi Phi et Bamboo Island Premium Trip par Seastar au départ de Phuket
4.3(164)·9 heures
à partir de$67/ personne
via Viator
Phuket Sunset Big Boat Trip To Phang Nga Bay & James Bond Island
Phuket
Phuket Sunset Big Boat Trip To Phang Nga Bay & James Bond Island
4.9(189)·9 heures
à partir de$136/ personne
via Viator
Phuket City Tour & Elephant Sanctuary – Ville, temple, nourriture et vue
Phuket
Phuket City Tour & Elephant Sanctuary – Ville, temple, nourriture et vue
4.4(103)·6 heures
à partir de$77/ personne
via Viator
Incroyable visite privée de l'île de Phuket, y compris Big Buddha
Phuket
Incroyable visite privée de l'île de Phuket, y compris Big Buddha
4.8(76)·6 heures
à partir de$77/ personne
via Viator
Phi Phi, Maya Bay et Khai Islands Voyage Premium au départ de Phuket
Phuket
Phi Phi, Maya Bay et Khai Islands Voyage Premium au départ de Phuket
4.3(741)·9 heures
à partir de$52/ personne
via Viator
Phuket: James Bond Island & Phang Nga Bay Sunset Yacht de luxe
Phuket
Phuket: James Bond Island & Phang Nga Bay Sunset Yacht de luxe
4.9(229)·10 heures
à partir de$139/ personne
via Viator
Visite privée de l'île de Phuket avec Big Buddha (1-8 invités)
Phuket
Visite privée de l'île de Phuket avec Big Buddha (1-8 invités)
4.7(10)·5 heures
à partir de$150/ personne
via Viator
Phi Phi, Maya Bay & Khai Islands Excursion en bateau rapide au départ de Phuket
Phuket
Phi Phi, Maya Bay & Khai Islands Excursion en bateau rapide au départ de Phuket
4.3(935)·12 heures
à partir de$46/ personne
via Viator

Phuket in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough to see Phuket?
Three days is ideal — the Phi Phi Islands on day one, James Bond Island on day two, and elephants, the Big Buddha and old town on day three, covering islands, jungle and culture.
What is the best day trip from Phuket for 3 days?
Phi Phi is the most spectacular, James Bond Island the most scenic, and an ethical elephant sanctuary the most heartwarming; all are superb from Phuket.
How do I plan a 3-day Phuket itinerary?
Spend day one at Phi Phi, day two at James Bond Island, and day three with elephants and the Big Buddha, booking the popular island tours ahead.

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Phi Phi IslandsJames Bond IslandOld Town & Big Buddha