Phuket Island
Sun-worshippers from all over the world converge on this island to enjoy its beautiful beaches and tropical beauty. Others come to experience Phuket’s hospitality and exotic culture. Here, you’ll find ancient temples, exciting elephant rides, shopping galore, exotic Thai cuisine and even exhilarating cabaret shows.

SuperStar Virgo Shore Excursions:

VPHU-2G – Amazing Cabaret Show
Take a scenic drive and pass by Karon Noi, Karon and Kata Beach via the coastal road. Head to Laem Promthep, located at the southern-most tip of the island with breathtaking panoramic view of Nai Harn Bay. Visit Phuket's most important Buddhist temple, the Wat Chalong. It is also the biggest and most ornate of Phuket's twenty nine Buddhist monasteries. The architecture is typical of wats found throughout Thailand. Wat Chalong is associated with the revered monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, both of whom were famous for their work in herbal medicine and tending to the injured.

Visit Sri Burapa Cashew Nut Factory, visitors will get to sample an assortment of cashew nut varieties and dry fruit candies that are for sale here. Shop for local products before heading for lunch. Visit the Simon Cabaret Show, an extravagant cabaret show with stunning costumes, bright lights, and expensive sets. The most unique feature in the show is that most of the performers are men dressed as women.

VPHU-3G – Shop Till You Drop
Shop for the best products Phuket has to offer when you visit:

•	Pornthip Sea Store, the most acclaimed authentic dried sauté food store. Here, a wide selection of ready-to-eat dried sauté food such as sausages, dried minced pork, dried squid, preserved plum, mango, pineapple, ginger, and coconut candy are for sale.
•	Sri Burapa Cashew Nut Factory, the 1996 Thai Product Award Winner for Producer and Retailer of the Year. Visitors are invited to sample an assortment of cashew nut varieties and dry fruit candies that are for sale here.
•	Wang Talang, which offers quality local handmade souvenirs, gifts, Thai Silk, precious stones and jewellery.

Continue shopping at Central Festival, the biggest superstore in Phuket. After a sumptuous lunch, head to Patong Beach. Originally a fishing village, Patong is Phuket's most developed beach offering virtually every kind of entertainment imaginable. Numerous leisure, sporting, shopping, and recreational options flourish along its three kms of beach.

VPHU-4G – Elephant Riding Adventure
For those that are adventurous, try the Adventure Safari. Take an elephant ride through one of Phuket’s forested areas. Riding an elephant is an experience not to be missed. These lumbering monsters are incredibly agile for their size and can negotiate slippery slopes that even humans would falter and slip on - and all this while carrying three people on their backs. Guests can also enjoy the baby elephant and monkey shows after the ride.

Next, visit the Wat Chalong, Phuket's most important Buddhist temple. It is also the biggest and most ornate of Phuket's twenty nine Buddhist monasteries. The architecture is typical of wats found throughout Thailand. Wat Chalong is associated with the revered monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, both of whom were famous for their work in herbal medicine and tending to the injured. Shop for some local products before heading for lunch and then Phuket. Originally a fishing village, Patong Beach is Phuket's most developed beach offering virtually every kind of entertainment imaginable. Numerous leisure, sporting, shopping, and recreational options flourish along its three kms of beach.

VPHU-5G – Scenic Phang Nga Bay
Take a scenic drive across Phuket Island via the Sarasin Bridge to Phang Nga province, Phang Nga Bay. Board the local boat for a 2½ hour scenic tour of Phang Nga Bay. James Bond Island and Koh Pannyi are just two of the more famous spots in this bay. A distinctive feature of Phang Nga Bay is the sheer limestone cliffs that jut vertically out of the emerald green water.

Mineral oxides from various sources paint the multi-coloured streaks that characterise the cliffs of Phang Nga Bay. The fact that it's protected from both the Northeast and the Southwest monsoon seasons means that its waters remain calm year round, which adds to the appeal of its scenic wonders and abundant wildlife. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch before shopping for some local products.

VPHU-6G – A Touch Of Thai Massage
Start your tour at Rang Hill and enjoy a panoramic view of Phuket before continuing to shop for local products. Take please in a relaxing Traditional Thai Massage, which is the medicinal massage originally practised by the Buddhist monks of Thailand. This massage has been handed down from master to student for the last 2,500 years. It combines acupuncture points from China and yoga from India, which open up the body energetically and physically. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch before finally heading to Robinson Department Store and Ocean Time Square. Enjoy some shopping.

VPHU-7G – Sea Cave Canoe Adventure
Visit Phang Nga Bay and discover its sheer limestone cliffs that jut vertically out of the emerald green water. Continue next with Sea Canoeing through caves and lagoons as there is no better way to appreciate the interior world of strange geographic formations and flora and fauna of Phang Nga Bay. Next, paddle quietly through its caves and lagoons using an inflatable canoe. The islands here are full of hidden caves and inland lagoons known as "hongs" (rooms). The dark passage and the stillness create an atmosphere of anticipation and excitement. Enjoy lunch onboard and take the opportunity to go for a short swim. Finally shop for local souvenirs before returning to the ship.

VPHU-8G – Island Adventure
Take an exciting adventure drive through jungles, fruit orchards and rubber plantations. Next, enjoy a coffee break at a local coffee shop and then proceed to Ton Sai Waterfall. Take pleasure in the scents and sounds of nature on the way to waterfall. The waterfall is about 250 meters high (there are steps) and cascades into a brook. It can be very impressive, especially during the monsoon season. You can also cross the brook and walk a little bit further into the jungle for some jungle trekking. Soft drinks will be served to guests. Next on the agenda is lunch. Drive through the scenic landscape of Phuket through old mining towns, and rice fields. Passengers will also have an opportunity to sample some delicious Phuket pineapple.

VPHU-12G – Adventure Escapade
Stop at the Handicraft Centre and Kinnaree Entertainment Complex and take part in a whole range of activities from shooting to elephant, riding to shopping. All activities and entrance fees are optional and not included in the tour package. Ranges of activities available are as follows:

•	Elephant Riding – enjoy a ride on one of these majestic lumbering monsters through Phuket’s pristine forested areas
•	Phuket Monkey School – be enthralled by the highly intelligent, amusing, entertaining, loving, and friendly working monkeys
•	Phuket Shooting Range – experience the thrill of live combat action or test your shooting and tactical skills
•	Phuket Cobra Show – don’t miss the opportunity to hold or get near these often misunderstood creatures. This show is both educational and entertaining
•	All-Terrain Vehicle Ride – feel the adrenaline rush as you ride through Phuket’s wild landscape
•	Kinnaree House – Local shop

VPHU-15G – Snorkeling At Khai Nok
Depart via speedboat to Khai Nok Island. This paradise island is famed for its crystal clear waters and white sandy beaches. Visitors may enjoy the beautiful tropical fish at the shallow waters whilst snorkelling around the island. The boat will also take participants out to one of the best snorkelling points at “Khai Nai Island”. After being served lunch at Khai Nok, head for some snorkelling. Life jackets, masks and snorkels will be provided.

VPHU-002 – Amazing Cabaret Show
Start your tour by taking a scenic drive along Karon Noi, Karon and Kata Beach via the coastal road located at the southern-most tip of the island and take in a panoramic view of Nai Harn Bay. Next visit Wat Chalong, Phuket's most significant Buddhist temple. It is also the biggest and most ornate of Phuket's twenty nine Buddhist monasteries. The architecture is typical of temples found throughout Thailand. Wat Chalong is associated with the revered monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, both of whom were famous for their work in herbal medicine and tending to the injured. Next, stopover at the Sri Burapa Cashew Nut Factory which won the Thai Product Winner for Producer and Retailer of the Year in 1996. Visitors are invited to sample an assortment of cashew nut varieties and dry fruit candies that are for sale. Shop for a some local Thai products before stopping over for a buffet dinner at Thai Nann Restaurant. Enjoy an extravagant cabaret show with stunning costumes, bright lights, and expensive sets at the Simon Cabaret Theatre. The most unique feature here is that most of the performers are men dressed as women.

VPHU-003 – Shop Till You Drop
Depart from the pier and take a short drive to Phuket City for some great shopping. First start at Pornthip Sea Store, the most acclaimed authentic dried food store. Here, a wide selection of ready-to-eat dried sauté food such as sausages, minced pork, squid, preserved plum, mango, pineapple, ginger, and coconut candy are for sale. Next you will be taken to Sri Burapa Cashew Nut Factory which was the Thai Product Award Winner for Producer and Retailer of the Year in 1996. Visitors are invited to sample an assortment of cashew nut varieties and dry fruit candies that are for sale here. Head to Wang Talang, which offers quality local handmade souvenirs, gifts, Thai Silk, precious stones and jewellery. Your trip will not be complete without a visit to the Central Festival for some shopping. Stop by for a dinner buffet at Thai Nann Restaurant and depart to Patong Beach. Originally a fishing village, Patong is Phuket's most developed beach offering virtually every kind of entertainment imaginable. Numerous leisure, sporting, shopping and recreational options flourish along its three kilometers of beach.

VPHU-004 – Elephant Riding Adventure
Arrive at Adventure Safari for an elephant ride through one of Phuket’s forested areas. Riding an elephant is an experience not to be missed. These lumbering monsters are incredibly agile for their size and can negotiate slippery slopes that even humans would falter and slip on - and all this while carrying three people on their backs. Guests can also enjoy the baby elephant and monkey shows after the ride. Next visit Phuket’s most significant Buddhist temple, Wat Chalong. It is also the biggest and most ornate of Phuket’s 20 Buddhist monasteries. Wat Chalong is associated with the revered monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, both of whom were famous for their work in herbal medicine and tending to the injured. Shop for some local products at Sri Burapa Cashew Nut Factory before stopping for a dinner buffet at Thai Nann Restaurant. Finally arrive at Patong Beach for some leisure, sporting or even recreational activities, this is spread along a 3km stretch.

VPHU-005 – Scenic Phang Nga Bay
Arrive at Phang Nga Bay and board the local boat for a 2½ hour scenic tour of Phang Nga Bay. Two other famous spot in this bay are James Bond Island and Koh Pannyi. A distinctive feature of Phang Nga Bay is the sheer limestone cliffs that rise vertically out of the emerald green water. Mineral oxides from various sources paint the multi-coloured streaks that characterise the cliffs of Phang Nga Bay. Next, return to the mainland for lunch at Phang Nga Bay Resort. Lastly stop over for some shopping of local products before heading back to the ship.

VPHU-006 – A Touch Of Thai Massage
Start your journey by shopping for local Thai products. Next take pleasure in a relaxing Traditional Thai Massage which is the medicinal massage originally practised by the Buddhist monks of Thailand. This massage has been handed down from master to student for the last 2,500 years. It combines acupuncture points from China and yoga from India, which open up the body energetically and physically. Enjoy a sumptuous buffet dinner spread at Thai Nann Restaurant before heading to Patong for some shopping.

VPHU-007 – Sea Cave Canoe Adventure
Start your journey with a visit to Phang Nga Bay and be captivated by strange geographic formations, flora and fauna and its sheer limestone cliffs that jut vertically out of the emerald green water. You may also use the sea canoeing to paddle quietly through its caves and lagoons using an inflatable canoe. The islands here are full of hidden caves and inland lagoons known as "hongs" (rooms). The dark passage and the silence on the water create an atmosphere of anticipation and excitement. Feast on a buffet lunch arranged onboard a boat and enjoy yourself by having a relaxing swim before shopping for some souvenirs.

VPHU-008 – Island Adventure
Depart the pier with a four wheel drive and take an exciting adventure drive through the jungles, fruit orchards and rubber plantations. Stopover to enjoy a coffee break at a local coffee shop before you continue your journey to Ton Sai Waterfall. On your way there. you will be greeted with scents and sounds of nature. Be awed by this 250 meters high (there are steps) waterfall which cascades into a brook. This impressive waterfall is best seen during the monsoon season. You can also cross the brook and walk a little bit further into the jungle for some jungle trekking. Next, drive through the scenic landscape of Phuket through old mining towns, and rice fields.

VPHU-009 – Phuket Fantasea Extravaganza
Arrive at Phuket Fantasea Festival Village and enjoy the cultural parades, craft demonstrations, elephant rides and much more. Enjoy the Phuket Fantasea Show, a grand 3000-seat state of the art theatre that houses a spell binding show combining culture and illusion that is beyond imagination. "Fantasy of A Kingdom" is the ultimate Las Vegas style show that incorporates Thai culture with magical illusions, four dimensional effects, aerial ballet, acrobatics pyrotechnics, special effects, elephant circus & stunts into one unforgettable theatrical masterpiece guaranteed to thrill & delight visitors of all ages or nationalities. Discover the exotic songs and dances and experience the grand illusion when an elephant flies and disappears before your very eyes!

VPHU-012 – Adventure Escapade
Start your tour with some shopping at the Handicraft Centre. Next head to the Kinnaree Entertainment Complex. A whole range of activities from shooting to elephant riding and shopping are available here. All activities and entrance fees are optional and not included in the tour package. Places of interest include the Monkey School, Cobra Show, Shooting Range and Kinnaree House.

VPHU-015 – Snorkeling At Khai Nok
Depart via speedboat to Khai Nok Island. This paradise island is famed for its crystal clear waters and white sandy beaches. Visitors may enjoy the beautiful tropical fish at the shallow waters whilst snorkelling around the island. The boat will also take participants out to one of the best snorkelling points at “ Khai Nai Island ”. Lunch will be served at Khai Nok. Life jackets, masks and snorkels will be provided.

VPHU-S – Transfer to Patong Beach
Take a boat transfer to Patong Beach which was originally a fishing village. Patong is Phuket's most developed beach offering virtually every kind of entertainment imaginable. Numerous leisure, sporting, shopping and recreational options flourish along its three kilometers of beach. Stopover next at Wang Talang to shop for quality local handmade souvenirs, gifts, Thai silks, previous stones and jewellery.

VPHU-T – Transfer to Phuket Town
Proceed to Walang Talang souvenir shop, which offers quality local handmade souvenirs, gifts, Thai Silk, precious stones and jewellery. Visit Central Festival next, Phuket’s largest department store for some shopping.

SuperStar Gemini Shore Excursions:

GPHU-1E – Phuket Fantasea
Explore the Festival Village and enjoy the cultural parades, craft demonstrations, elephant rides and much more when you visit Phuket Fantasea Festival Village. Next get to see Phuket Fantasea Show, a grand 3000-seat state of the art theatre that houses a spell binding show combining culture and illusion that is beyond imagination. "Fantasy of A Kingdom" is the ultimate in Las Vegas style show that incorporates Thai culture with magical illusions, four dimensional effects, aerial ballet, acrobatics pyrotechnics, special effects, elephant circus and stunts into one unforgettable theatrical masterpiece guaranteed to thrill and delight visitors of all ages or nationalities. Inspired by the colourful Thai heritage, visitors are taken on a journey through Thai mythology and ancient battle. Discover the exotic songs and dances and experience the grand illusion when an elephant flies and disappears before your eyes!

GPHU-T – Transfer to Patong Beach
Stop at Walang Talang souvenir shop, which offers quality local handmade souvenirs, gifts, Thai Silk, precious stones and jewellery. Before heading off to Patong Beach. Originally a fishing village, Patong is Phuket's most developed beach offering virtually every kind of entertainment imaginable. Numerous leisure, sporting, shopping, and recreational options flourish along its three kms of beach.

GPHU-2E – Elephant Riding Adventure
For those that are adventurous, try the Adventure Safari. Take an elephant ride through one of Phuket’s forested areas. Riding an elephant is an experience not to be missed. These lumbering monsters are incredibly agile for their size and can negotiate slippery slopes that even humans would falter and slip on - and all this while carrying three people on their backs. Guests can also enjoy the baby elephant and monkey shows after the ride. Next, visit the Rubber Plantation and find out how rubber is harvested and produced. Head to Promthep Cape next which is overlooking the scenic southern-most tip of Phuket to catch a glimpse of the famed ‘Four-Faced Buddha’ before shopping for local products.

GPHU-3E – Sea Canoe Adventure in Phang Nga Bay
Head to Phang Nga Bay to view its distinctive feature, which is the sheer limestone cliffs that jut vertically out of the emerald green water. Next, try your hand at Sea Canoeing through caves and lagoons as there is no better way to appreciate the interior world of strange geographic formations, flora and fauna of Phang Nga Bay than to paddle quietly through its caves and lagoons by an inflatable canoe. The islands here are full of hidden caves and inland lagoons known as "hongs" (rooms). The dark passage and the silence on the water create an atmosphere of anticipation and excitement. Shop for local souvenirs before heading back to the ship.

GPHU-4E – Phuket Historical Heritage
Arrive at Chin Pracha Mansion which was built over 100 years ago in Sino-Portuguese style, where numerous ancient objects are exhibited. Coffee and tea will be served before guests proceed on a 500m walk via the Kajorn Temple to visit the Jui Tui Chinese Shrine. Head to Talang National Museum, a comprehensive museum located right in the heart of the island which houses a vast collection of artefacts. There are various display rooms displaying local handicraft, including highlights of Phuket’s tin mining history, and the war with Myanmar in 1785.

Visit Wat Pranang Sang Temple, one of the oldest temples in Phuket. This temple used to be a camp for the local inhabitants during the war with Myanmar in 1785. Three Buddha Images made from tin over 250 years ago were kept in the chest during the war and were recently discovered here. Next take a scenic drive along Phuket Town before stopping for some shopping of local Thai products.

GPHU-T – Transfer to Patong Beach
Head to Walang Talang souvenir shop, which offers quality local handmade souvenirs, gifts, Thai Silk, precious stones and jewellery. Next, visit the Patong Beach. Originally a fishing village, Patong is Phuket's most developed beach offering virtually every kind of entertainment imaginable. Numerous leisure, sporting, shopping, and recreational options flourish along its three kms of beach.