12Go Reveals How to Reach Thailand’s Most Luxurious and Unique Destinations

Thailand’s reputation as a luxury travel destination is built not only on its beaches and resorts, but on the diversity of experiences spread across its islands and coastal regions. Yet reaching many of these destinations requires navigating a mix of flights, ferries, and road transfers — a critical part of the journey which is often overlooked. A leading local travel platform, 12Go Asia, has increasingly changed and improved the way travelers plan these routes, allowing easy and (almost) worry-free travel to most sought-after destinations.

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Phuket

Phuket luxury lies in its high-end beachfront resorts and private villas, many featuring pools, personal chefs, and spa services. Travelers can enjoy fine dining, exclusive beach clubs, yacht charters, and curated experiences such as island-hopping or private excursions. Private wellness retreats, helicopter tours of Phang Nga Bay, and personalized shopping experiences complement the island’s luxury offerings.

You can reach Phuket from Bangkok via a 1 h 25 min flight (~$45–100) or a 12–14 h bus (~$18–25). From Krabi or Koh Samui, buses and ferries take 3–8 h (~$9–30), while from Chiang Mai, a 2 h flight (~$60–120) is fastest versus train + bus via Bangkok.

Private transfers from Phuket Airport to your hotel take 30–60 min and can be conveniently booked through 12Go, ensuring a smooth arrival.

Koh Samui

Koh Samui combines sandy beaches, spa resorts, wellness retreats, private villas, and relaxed island vibes. Great for travelers seeking a more intimate and calm luxury compared with busier Phuket. Private chefs, overwater villas, wellness programs, and sunset yacht trips make the island ideal for couples and VIP travelers.

Koh Samui can be reached from Bangkok by a direct flight taking about 1 hour 15 minutes, with fares ranging from $60–120 depending on the airline. Travelers can also fly to Surat Thani Airport (1 hour 15 minutes, $50–100) and then take a ferry to Koh Samui, which takes 1.5–2 hours and costs around $10–15.

Private transfers combining a van or car with the ferry are available from most cities, providing a door-to-door journey starting at $100–180 per vehicle, according to 12Go.

Krabi

Krabi is famous for its dramatic limestone cliffs, turquoise waters, and upscale resorts like Rayavadee, offering a calmer luxury experience than Phuket. Exclusive island-hopping tours, private rock-climbing guides, fine dining by the sea, and boutique resorts provide tailored luxury experiences.

With 12Go, you can easily book flights, airport transfers, ferries to nearby islands like Koh Phi Phi, and guided tours all in one step.

You can reach Krabi from Bangkok by a 1 h 20 min flight (~$45–105) or a 10–12 h bus (~$18–27). From Phuket or Koh Samui, buses and ferries take 2–6 h, costing ~$9–27. From Chiang Mai, the fastest option is a 2 h flight (~$60–120), or train + bus via Bangkok for a longer journey.

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Taken together, destinations such as Koh Chang, Phuket, Koh Samui, and Krabi illustrate how Thailand luxury travel options extend well beyond a single island or resort style. Each location offers a distinct interpretation of high-end travel, from complete seclusion to full-service resort living, but all depend on carefully planned transportation links to deliver a seamless experience.

The value comes in travel time, comfort, and reliability, and the ability to coordinate journeys has become as important as the destination itself. In this context, 12Go as the travel platform that consolidates transport options plays a quiet yet decisive role in shaping the future of tourism in Thailand.

Disclaimer: Written in partnership with APG.