Private Customized Phuket Tour with Driver
4.5

Private Customized Phuket Tour with Driver

By My Phuket Holiday
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Join a private driver for a personalized tour of Phuket that’s completely tailored to you. From the historic streets of Old Phuket to temples, beaches, and more, you can cover Phuket’s top attractions with a professional to take care of driving and parking. Instead of being limited to a group schedule, choose the duration, with booking options that range from a half-day excursion to a full day of sightseeing.
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Ages 4-99
Duration: 4–8 hours
Start time: Check availability
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
  • Private tour ensures personalized service from the driver
  • Explore Phuket in climate-controlled comfort
  • Stay fresh with provided bottled water and cool towels
  • Convenient pickup and drop-off at your hotel

  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Entry/Admission - Kata Beach
  • Entry/Admission - Patong Beach
What's not included
  • Licensed guide
  • Personal expenses and gratuities
  • Admission to attractions along the tour route


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • Traveler pickup is offered. Your hotel lobby on Phuket places. Pickup from airport will be addtional charge 500Bht
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Wheelchair accessible
        • Near public transportation
        • Infant seats available
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 9592P15

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Most travellers can participate
        • Please note that this is the tour with driver only no guide
        • Pickup or Drop off at Phuket International Airport will be charged an additional THB500 to be paid locally with cash
        • Please note the driver is not a tour guide, however, he will be willing to help you as much as he can
        • After the service is booked, you can ask for a travel consultant for free of charge to provide non-bias local tips and activities, things to do, local restaurants, and famous local markets
        • 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
        • The English proficiency of drivers is varied; you can be guaranteed a good English-speaking driver if the booking is made at least 3 days in advance
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 9592P15

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        Amit G
        Temescal Valley, CA6 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Very respectable and punctual driver. Knowledgeable about the area and was able to accommodate our multiple stops.

        If the guide suggests a lunch spot, avoid the Phuket Lobster House if you value your time, money, and tastebuds.
        Written 3 January 2025
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        Thank you for sharing your experience! 😊 We're glad to hear your driver was punctual, knowledgeable, and accommodating throughout your trip. Having a reliable guide always makes the journey smoother and more enjoyable. 🚗✨ We're sorry to hear the lunch spot didn’t meet your expectations. Your feedback is valuable, and we’ll be sure to pass it along to help improve future recommendations. If you have any specific suggestions for dining spots you enjoyed elsewhere, feel free to share! 🦞❌ We hope the rest of your trip was wonderful, and we’d love to assist you again in the future! 🌟
        Written 4 January 2025
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        BenL
        11 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2024 • Family
        So lucky to have DOL as our guide & driver. His professionalism , polite and “Can do” attitude to ensure everyone has it’s own customise trip style.

        Eventually we are extended another 2 hrs (total 10 hrs) for the trip , all our family are totally satisifed with his service

        We strongly recommend everyone who has no idea for the trip planning but after the customised trip with professional local advice and DOL can help to offer you solution !

        All the best to your daughter, DOL !!!
        Written 3 August 2024
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        Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had a great experience with Dol as your guide and driver. His professionalism, polite demeanor, and "can do" attitude truly shine through. We're glad he was able to customize the trip to meet your family's needs, even extending the tour to ensure your satisfaction. Thank you for the strong recommendation and the kind wishes for Dol's daughter. We look forward to serving you again in the future!
        Written 3 August 2024
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        Lara
        Montreal, Canada13 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Our tour guide Ras was amazing! He answered all our questions and planned out an itinerary that let us visit everything we wanted to see. Well worth the money, we had an entire air conditioned van to ourselves and we spent as much time as we wanted in each spot. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to explore the island!
        Written 17 November 2024
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        Thank you for sharing your experience! It’s fantastic to hear that Ras provided such a personalized and thoughtful tour, ensuring you visited everything on your list. Having a private air-conditioned van and the freedom to explore each spot at your own pace truly makes for a stress-free and enjoyable day. We’re so glad you found it worth the money and would recommend it to others. We hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future! 😊🚐✨
        Written 19 November 2024
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        KarinW1970
        Switzerland90 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Nov 2023 • Friends
        We booked the private tour with driver spontaneously the evening before and everything went perfectly...from the reservation to the return to the hotel. We were super happy with our driver, Tum. He was on time (more like 15 minutes early) and was very friendly and helpful. We told him what we wanted to see and that we didn't want to go shopping, visit souvenir shops, visit factories or anything like that. This was respected and kept.

        We decided to book 8 hours because we wanted a relaxed day without rushing. It doesn't cost much more and we only do this tour once. In the end, however, we needed the whole time. We wanted to go to the Big Buddha, Wat Chalong Temple, Phuket Old Town, Windmill Viewpoint and finally to Laem Promthep for the beautiful sunset. We also visited a few other places along the way that Tum recommended to us. He also showed us and explained a few things along the way. We really appreciated that because he didn't have to do this, he was our driver not our guide.

        We can highly recommend the tour with Tum 😊
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        Written 20 November 2023
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        Das klingt nach einer wundervollen Tour mit Tum! Es freut mich zu hören, dass ihr einen so entspannten Tag hattet und dass er eure Wünsche respektiert hat. Es ist großartig, wenn Fahrer zusätzliche Empfehlungen geben können und bereit sind, mehr zu teilen, als ihre eigentliche Rolle erfordert. Welches war euer persönliches Highlight während der Tour?
        Written 22 November 2023
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        Hannah M
        3 contributions
        3.0 of 5 bubbles
        Apr 2023 • Couples
        Not a good start after 10mins of waiting past pick up time had to call your operator and eventually they told me the driver would be an hour late!! Not ideal but was advised would still have the 8hours. Just ordered a drink at hotel lobby and then got a message to say driver arrived earlier than expected so was only 30mins late instead of 1hr which was good. Driver did not introduce himself or apologise for delay. Aware hired driver not a tour guide but had ZERO chat or conversation with us the whole day then at the end of the day got told we had to be back for a certain time which was less than the 8 hours we had paid for due to them being late !! Not happy with this and would have been nice to know his name. Would definitely recommend hiring private driver though over tour as was handy for where and when we wanted to go so would still recommend just don’t expect anything from driver and expect lateness !! Car was big and clean though but no water etc provided.
        Written 17 April 2023
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        I'm sorry to hear that your experience with the private driver didn't start off well due to the delay and lack of communication from the driver. It's important for drivers to communicate clearly with their clients and provide a level of professionalism and hospitality, even if they are not tour guides. It's also disappointing to hear that you didn't receive the full 8 hours you had paid for. I hope that despite these issues, you were still able to enjoy your day and visit the sights you wanted to see. Thank you for sharing your feedback and recommendations for others who may be considering hiring a private driver in the future.
        Written 18 April 2023
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        Louise
        12 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        This is a great idea. We were on honeymoon and our first adventure in Thailand. We booked the 4 hour tour, and they also do up to 8 hours. If you do want to extend the time once you're on your tour, you can at 500baht/£11, per hour. We chose the 8am pickup. The earliest they do is 7am. I would recommend an early start as it's so hot, and the traffic gets worse as the day gets on, which cuts into you time.
        We were picked up by Jo, our driver, on time from our lobby. He spoke good English and had a good understanding of English. Although the itinerary is set, Jo was happy to change it to wherever we chose. We drove through Patong with Jo showing and informing us of places to visit and eat at. We then went to Kamala and had a walk down the beach alongside the beach shacks. Beautiful vibe here.
        We then visited the old town of Patong for a walk around.. This is full of traditional houses full of colour. The shops here are a little bit more upmarket, more like boutique styles. Jo then took us to the largest temple in Phuket, which is in Patong, which is astounding. Although Jo was only paid for driving us around, he was very informative. Every where we went, he could answer our questions and also explained about the family Thai way of life compared to the western world.

        Thank you Jo you were amazing. Your service and attention to detail were impeccable. From being ready to whizz us off to the next location to the chilled water and flannels! 5* Jo!
        Written 20 November 2024
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        Thank you for sharing your fantastic experience during your honeymoon in Thailand! It’s wonderful to hear how Jo went above and beyond to make your 4-hour tour so special, from his punctuality and flexibility to his knowledge of the local culture and way of life. Exploring places like Kamala Beach, Patong, and the largest temple sounds like a perfect introduction to Phuket, and Jo’s thoughtful touches like chilled water and flannels must have been so refreshing in the heat. We’re thrilled you had such an enjoyable adventure—Jo truly sounds like a 5-star guide! Wishing you many more amazing memories on your honeymoon and beyond! 💕🌴✨
        Written 21 November 2024
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        CAmos75
        Corbridge, UK292 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Nov 2022
        As a party of 5 for £75, doing this trip beat the operator prices hands down.
        The trip was well executed, safe and a great incite into Phukett Island Life and Thai traditions, religion and culture. (Ask the driver to take you to somewhere authentic and not the european restaurants and you will be in for a treat).

        Tan the driver, thank you.
        Written 24 November 2022
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        Glad to hear that you had a great experience on your trip and that it was well executed and safe. It's always a good idea to ask the driver for local recommendations for an authentic experience. I'll make sure to pass on your thanks to Tan, your driver.
        Written 15 April 2023
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        Kate_T_K4
        Brisbane, Australia409 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mar 2023
        We hired the driver for 8 hours to visit viewpoints, Buddha, Old Town and other nearby attractions (shopping mall included). Dol, our driver was amazing. The car - Van was spotless. There was a cold water for us and snacks, phone chargers and wifi offered. Dol spoke basic english but understood what we would like to see and looked after us well. He drove very safe. He always offered to take photos for us and waited at the meeting point with cold bottled water. We managed to always get to the places of interest before the crowds, so well done Dol. This was definitely value for money.
        This is a hired driver so be prepared where would you like to go and make sure you research places.
        Written 31 March 2023
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        It sounds like you had a great experience with Dol as your driver. It's great to hear that he was attentive, helpful, and provided all the amenities you needed. It's also wonderful that he was able to take you to the attractions before the crowds arrived, allowing you to have a more enjoyable experience. Thank you for sharing your recommendation to do research beforehand on the places you would like to visit when hiring a driver. This is a great tip for anyone planning a similar trip.
        Written 14 April 2023
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        Stefan
        2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jan 2024 • Family
        We booked the 6-hour tour at short notice and received immediate confirmation that everything was OK. On the day of the tour, we were greeted punctually and in a friendly manner by Dol, who really looked after us very well. In addition to water and delicious fruit, there was also WiFi, cell phone charging facilities and Dol drove the tour confidently and, above all, without rushing. We had a really great day and would like to say thank you again!
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        Written 24 January 2024
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        I'm glad to hear that you had a positive experience with the 6 hour tour and that Dol took good care of you. If you have any additional questions or would like to share more, I'm happy to help!
        Written 24 January 2024
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        NolaGirl_SoRene
        Gretna, LA52 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Dec 2024 • Couples
        The best driver/ tour guide. We made our own itinerary and he was able to bring us to each and every stop including the mall. My husband was so excited when I brought him to the nut factory, and I can tell he liked the upside down house. I was able to go to the mall and buy a quick gift for myself, go to Mua Doo Restaurant for food and pics, as well as Tiger Kingdom, and a few other stops along the day. We enjoyed exploring the town of Phuket in the privacy of a private vehicle with a driver that was friendly, informative, patient, and enjoyable to be around. He also has suggestive itinerary if needed.
        Written 6 January 2025
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        Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! It sounds like you had an amazing day exploring Phuket with a driver who made the trip seamless and enjoyable. From visiting the nut factory and Upside Down House to indulging in Mua Doo Restaurant and Tiger Kingdom, it’s great to hear you had such a personalized and flexible tour. The privacy of a private vehicle and a friendly, informative driver certainly adds to the comfort and ease of the journey. We’re thrilled you had such a memorable time! 😊
        Written 7 January 2025
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