A world away from the crowds in the West you will find crystal clear waters and deserted beaches, exciting attractions and a shopping paradise too. And the hospitality of the East is so welcoming, so legendary. There are many fascinating destinations all within a short sail from Phuket, the international tourist resort of Thailand. From the strange pillar islands of Phang Nga Bay, along the green coastline and on down to Malaysia. Here the enchanting city of Penang, the quieter Langkawi, the island of Pangkor and the historic port of Malacca all offer various interesting excursions ashore.
Further south lies Singapore, a booming metropolis located at the tip of the Malay Peninsula.
DAY 1 Board your yacht at the northeast end of Phuket island and leisurely cruise to nearby Ko Yai island. Here you can relax and recuperate from your jet lag while the more energetic can explore the caves here and on nearby Ko Phanak island. Ko Yai island is located on the southern end of Phang Nga Bay, the spectacular limestone-studded bay which achieved fame as the setting for one of the James Bond films. In fact one of the many hundreds of outcrops rising sheer from the water is Ko Phing Kan, more popularly known as James Bond Island. You might like to take an interesting side trip up the Klong Khao Thalu River past the fishing village of Ko Pannyi, a tiny village built entirely on stilts.