This funky island to the north of Ko Samui has a reputation for a hippie-stoner scene and drunken debauchery at the monthly Full Moon Party on Haad Rin.

But while Haad Rin and Ban Tai in the south are popular with backpackers looking to party, the entire eastern and northern parts of Ko Phangan are quiet and suitable for families, even when a Full Moon Party is going on at Haad Rin.

Activities include hiking to viewpoints, water sports like windsurfing, swimming at Than Sadet Waterfall, and visiting remote stretches of sand like Bottle Beach and Thian Beach on a longtail boat tour. The island is also known for yoga, meditation and wellness in case you're looking for spiritual vibes. The main town, Thong Sala, has cool boutiques and a good night market to boot.

Family-friendly islands

Thai island escapes without the party crowds

There are many fabulous islands in both the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea. Some are heavily developed while others have only a handful of resorts, and sometimes the differences between any two islands are subtle. But it's hard to go wrong once you decide on the type of island that suits your family...read more

Family-friendly islands

Thai island escapes without the party crowds

By David Luekens

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Family-friendly beaches

Relaxed beaches with laid-back vibes

By David Luekens

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Barefoot Luxury in Thailand

Bangkok, Koh Samui and Koh Phangan

14 daysFrom £3,200

	Bangkok, Ko Samui, Ko Phangan
	Custom itinerary, Private guided tour
	Cruise & Sailing, Luxury, Beach, Active, Snorkelling, Culture, Cities, Museums & Galleries, History, Culinary, Food

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Destinations	Bangkok, Ko Samui, Ko Phangan
Activity	Cruise & Sailing, Luxury, Beach, Active, Snorkelling, Culture, Cities, Museums & Galleries, History, Culinary, Food
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private guided tour
Physical Level	Easy

High life in Bangkok, City of Angels, jetting on to Koh Samui to be pampered in a hideaway hotel before island hopping to Koh Phangan where your barefoot luxury is a Thailand boutique hotel set beside a perfect crescent bay.

On our Barefoot luxury holiday in Thailand you’ll quickly realise there really is such a thing as paradise. The islands of Koh Samui and Koh Phangan in the Gulf of Siam are beach holiday perfection. They are the kind of places where you can imagine Man Friday running around on the pure white sand in his loincloth. And if you swap the loin cloth for this season’s Orlebar Browns you’re perfectly kitted out. As they say in Thailand, ‘same same but different’ – same setting different outfit. This is a luxury Thailand holiday that will deliver for even the most discerning of Yonderers.

Thailand: Rivers Rainforests and Reefs

18 day luxury holiday exploring Thailand

18 daysFrom £4,200

	Bangkok, Chiang Rai, Khao Sok, Ko Samui, Ko Phangan
	Custom itinerary, Private guided tour
	Cruise & Sailing, Luxury, Beach, Adventure, Water Sports, Active, Walking, Snorkelling, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culture, Spiritual, Cities, Museums & Galleries, History

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Destinations	Bangkok, Chiang Rai, Khao Sok, Ko Samui, Ko Phangan
Activity	Cruise & Sailing, Luxury, Beach, Adventure, Water Sports, Active, Walking, Snorkelling, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culture, Spiritual, Cities, Museums & Galleries, History
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private guided tour
Physical Level	Mild

Our Rivers, Rainforest and Reef luxury Thailand holiday gives you a wonderful window of perspective on a country begging to be explored. Thailand is brilliantly beautiful, offering an intoxicating mix of experiences, from the mountains and fast-flowing rivers of the mysterious Golden Triangle in the north, to the rainforests of a secret national park and the castaway beaches of the southern islands in the Gulf of Thailand.

Thailand's Castaway Islands

18 days exploring Thailand's tropical islands

18 daysFrom £3,900

	Bangkok, Ko Phangan, Koh Yao Noi
	Custom itinerary, Private guided tour
	Cruise & Sailing, Luxury, Beach, Active, Walking, Snorkelling

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Destinations	Bangkok, Ko Phangan, Koh Yao Noi
Activity	Cruise & Sailing, Luxury, Beach, Active, Walking, Snorkelling
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private guided tour
Physical Level	Easy

We know luxury Thailand holidays better than most and we are pretty sure that this is one of the most idyllic island itineraries out there. This is our insiders’ guide to hopping between the most beautiful beaches on Thailand’s tropical treasure islands.

There is so much more to discover as we seamlessly transport you by between three very unique castaway islands in the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Siam. Epicurean travellers know that no two beaches are the same. The views, the quality of the sand, the changing ocean moods all contrive to make each beach unique.

Thailand Family Island Hopping

Hassle-free family beach holiday in Thailand

14 daysFrom £2,200

	Bangkok, Ko Samui, Ko Phangan
	Custom itinerary, Private guided tour
	Cruise & Sailing, Beach, Family, Adventure, Water Sports, Active, Walking, Snorkelling, Culture, Cities, Museums & Galleries, History, Culinary, Food

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Destinations	Bangkok, Ko Samui, Ko Phangan
Activity	Cruise & Sailing, Beach, Family, Adventure, Water Sports, Active, Walking, Snorkelling, Culture, Cities, Museums & Galleries, History, Culinary, Food
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private guided tour
Physical Level	Easy

In Yonder’s humble opinion, the land of smiles is the ultimate year-round family holiday destination. Rich history, exciting culture and beautiful beaches make Thailand family holidays a true treat for children of all ages. The promised land for most parents is to ensure the trip is entirely hassle-free whilst ensuring that their little darlings have their horizons broadened and actively occupied. And Thailand consistently delivers both.

The simplest formulas are often the best and on this tried and tested itinerary we think we’ve nailed the two-week family getaway. Bangkok and beach, with plenty of eye-opening and fun filled experiences included.

Shimmering Bays and Secluded Beaches

4-Day Ko Phangan Beach Break

4 daysFrom £191

	Ko Phangan
	Custom itinerary, Private guided tour
	Beach, Family, Adventure, Water Sports, Canoeing, Active, Snorkelling, Swimming, Nature & Wildlife

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Activity	Beach, Family, Adventure, Water Sports, Canoeing, Active, Snorkelling, Swimming, Nature & Wildlife
Tour Type	Custom itinerary, Private guided tour

Located in the Gulf of Thailand, Ko Phangan offers sparkling white sands and a laid-back atmosphere on the north-east coast of the island. Home to a hilly interior and dreamy bays, it’s a world away from the full moon parties, which take place on the other side of the island. During your stay, you can spend your time swaying in a hammock, reading a good book or heading out on the turquoise water – it’s up to you!

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Yonder

Tailor-made luxury holidays to Asia

	South Asia, Southeast Asia
	Custom itinerary, Private guided tour
	Safari, Luxury, Beach, Family, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culture, Spiritual

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Red Lantern Journeys

Culture, culinary, and adventure tours in Asia

	South Asia, Southeast Asia
	Small group tour, Private guided tour
	Luxury, Beach, Family, Adventure, Caving, Water Sports, Kayaking, Canoeing, Ziplining, Active, Walking, Cycling, Swimming, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, National Parks, Culture, Cities, Museums & Galleries, Indigenous Tourism, Culinary, Food, Solo Travel

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Independent and tailor-made holidays worldwide

	Thailand
	Custom itinerary, Private guided tour
	Cruise & Sailing, Safari, Luxury, Honeymoon, Beach, Family, Adventure, Backpacking, Hiking & Trekking, Mountain Biking, Water Sports, Winter Sports, Active, Walking, Overlanding, Camping, Yoga, Cycling, Horseback Riding, Road Trips, Diving, Snorkelling, Swimming, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Archaeology, Spiritual, Festivals, Cities, Museums & Galleries, Indigenous Tourism, History, Culinary, Food, Wine, Solo Travel, Accessible Travel