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Thai Island Hopper East
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Length
9 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Koh Samui (Thailand)
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Ends in
Koh Samui (Thailand)
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Available Tour Start Dates
MAR 31, 2026 to JAN 17, 2028
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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Special Interest(s)
18-to-Thirtysomethings
Contiki tours are only available for 18- to 35-year olds.
From
Pricing listed is per person, based on double occupancy, and is the least expensive price for at least one departure date of this tour. Price is for the tour only. Additional items, including but not limited to, airfare (unless noted otherwise), travel insurance, and more, are additional.
$790.56
Overview
It's time to witness the paradise of the East Thai islands. We'll take you on a trip from Koh Samui to Koh Pha Ngan & Koh Tao- immersing you in iconic nightlife and Thai island adventures that have no comparison on earth, while still giving you time to max relax.
Visited During Tour
Koh Pha Ngan (Thailand) | Koh Samui (Thailand) | Koh Tao (Thailand)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
More Details
Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Thai Island Hopper East tour dates available from Contiki. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
Tour Itinerary
Contiki Tour Code 311-2517
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1Koh Samui
Welcome to Thailand and your first taste of island life! Meet your crew this afternoon, then the night is yours - whether you want to hit the beach, explore the island, or just kick back and soak it all in.
Accommodations: Best Western Chaweng Samui (Previously Nora Chaweng Hotel) (or similar) -
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2Koh Samui to Koh Pha Ngan
Another day, another slice of paradise. Ferry time! This morning we’ll hop over to your next island escape - Koh Pha Ngan. Welcome to endless beaches and aquamarine waters. Hungry? Don’t worry, we’ll refuel with a tasty island buffet featuring must-try Thai dishes. Once you’ve eaten, grab your cameras and head to Haad Yao Beach, one of our absolute favourites, for some sun, sand, and sea-fuelled fun.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodations: Shiralea Backpackers Resort (or similar) -
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3Koh Pha Ngan
Mornin' travellers! Today's agenda? Doing anything & everything you like! Chillin' on the beach. Relaxing with a massage. Exploring the island. Going on a jungle trek. You do you. Oh, and if you want some free time recs, your Trip Manager will point you in the right direction.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Shiralea Backpackers Resort (or similar) -
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4Koh Pha Ngan to Koh Tao
Will we be sad to leave Koh Pha Ngan today? Maybe slightly. But with another swaying palm tree destination calling our names, we're hardly sobbing into our backpacks. Today, we’ll take a ferry to Koh Tao. And the island vibes are just getting better! Drop your bags off at the hotel on Sairee Beach (the longest beach on the west of Koh Tao) and roam the streets of this ‘Koh’ (Thai for ‘island’). If you need someone to point out the best spots, your Trip Manager is there to help! You can also take a dip in our hotel’s beach-front swimming pool. In the evening, unwind with a gorgeous sunset dinner with the crew. Either way - you’ll shore-ly have a good time!
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Sairee Hut Resort Koh Tao (or similar) -
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5Koh Tao
Getting under water should be a high priority today. Abounding in coral beauty and (wait for it) sea turtles, Koh Tao's diving reputation makes even the aquaphobes jump right in! Grab a snorkel for an island cruise and adventure, right under the waves! Above land, the island's hilly landscapes offer many pretty hiking trails and bubbling waterfalls, depending on the season.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Sairee Hut Resort Koh Tao (or similar) -
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6Koh Tao
Explore the narrow streets. Chill in the pool. Or dive deep into the ocean. Today you’re free to explore however you like. But if you’re feeling particularly adventurous, you could do some Koh Tao Diving! Explore the Gulf of Thailand, and get a guided tour of the vibrant corals and wrecks underwater. We’ll then head back to the hotel to get some well-deserved rest.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Sairee Hut Resort Koh Tao (or similar) -
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7Koh Tao to Koh Samui
Today we swap one ocean paradise for another, departing Koh Tao and cruising the turquoise waters to reach Koh Samui. Can snorkelling, swimming, soaking up the rays and sipping on fresh coconuts ever get boring? Hmm...no. Tonight Koh Samui will see us taking in the buzzy nightlife of Chaweng Beach (if you can drag yourself away from the luxe hotel we've all checked-in to, that is.) Shop your heart out at the local markets of Samui’s busiest town (not forgetting that souvenir for your mum!) End the day with a drink and a hearty Thai meal at one of the area’s many legendary beach clubs.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Best Western Chaweng Samui (Previously Nora Chaweng Hotel) (or similar) -
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8Koh Samui
If you've got a taste for adventure, this glorious island offers plenty to keep hungry explorers enthralled. Take a tour on a Jeep Safari to visit the highlights of Samui. Admire the mighty Wat Phra Yai temple with its 15-metre golden Buddha statue, or see the super on-trend mummified monk at Wat Khunaram. Finally, dance the night away at one of the clubs in this party island and breathe in those last waves of Koh Samui.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Best Western Chaweng Samui (Previously Nora Chaweng Hotel) (or similar) -
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9Koh Samui
Armed with a totally zen outlook and a backpack full of incredible new memories, it’s time to say your teary goodbyes to your new wolf-pack. Don’t forget to exchange deets. There’s another collection of Thai islands just waiting to be explored.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
More Details
Contiki is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Thai Island Hopper East tour:
Travelers Notes
* START/END TIMES: Trip starts in Koh Samui at 4:00pm and ends in Koh Samui at 9.00am. * TRANSFERS: Chargeable arrival transfers are available from Koh Samui (USM Airport Only). Transfers will operate per flight information details on the first day of the trip. Transfers can be booked on a single or twin basis. Twin transfers require two passengers traveling together on the same reference number and arrival flight. Departure transfers are not available.* THAILAND: USA passport holders traveling to Thailand do not require a visa for tourism stays up to 30 days. However, you must submit an online arrival card three days prior to your arrival. * IMPORTANT: Please see important details sent with your invoice and documents.* GROUND HANDLER: Contiki sometimes uses ground handlers or third parties to assist with the full or partial operation of our products. The ground handler for this trip is Diethelm Travel.
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