Chiang Mai: Artisans and Workshops Cultural Tour - Phuket Shore Excursion
Discover Chiang Mai: Artisans and Workshops Cultural Tour during your cruise stop in Phuket, Thailand. This carefully curated shore excursion offers cruise passengers an unforgettable experience exploring the best of Phuket while ensuring you return to your ship on time.
About This Excursion
Get inspired by Chiang Mai's proud legacy of craftsmanship. Being the birthplace of Thai handicraft, this half-day tour takes you into San Kamphaeng, the centre of Chiang Mai's most vibrant handicraft district where ordinary daily household and decorative items are crafted, painted and displayed.
Visit factories and galleries of Chiang Mai's most famous forms of handicraft. Watch skilled artists at work in silk weaving houses, umbrella painting studios, woodcarving workshops and celadon ceramic kilns. See artisans creating silverware items, lacquerware and admire intricate details of umbrella painting.
Discover how teak wood is shaped into elegant furniture using traditional tools, and how silver and lacquer techniques are passed down through families. You'll have the chance to buy some of the amazing work directly from makers, each piece a unique memory.
An enriching tour for travelers who appreciate local art and meaningful shopping experiences.
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Why Choose This Phuket Shore Excursion?
- ✓ Back to Ship Guarantee: We guarantee you'll return to your cruise ship on time, or we'll arrange and pay for transportation to your next port of call.
- ✓ Instant Confirmation: Receive immediate booking confirmation via email - no waiting required.
- ✓ Best Price Guaranteed: We offer competitive pricing with a best price guarantee on all shore excursions.
- ✓ Expert Local Guides: Experience Phuket with knowledgeable local guides who know the area inside and out.
- ✓ Small Group Sizes: Enjoy a more personalized experience with smaller tour groups.
- ✓ Flexible Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
What's Included
- All applicable taxes and service charges
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver.
- All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
- A half day tour with a professional English-speaking guide.
What's Not Included
- Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees
- Hotel accommodation in Chiang Mai
- Supplements for pick-up/drop-off of customers from resorts outside Chiang Mai city.
- Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
- Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)
Itinerary
- STANDARD
Cancellation Policy
STANDARD For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
