01 · A day on the water
Private island hopping from Phuket
Saturday is set aside for a full day away from the courts: a private boat cruise with swimming, snorkelling, beaches, lagoons and lunch. With the five tennis mornings complete, there’s time to enjoy the water before our final night at Sole Mio.
Our itinerary features the Phi Phi Islands. The exact route, stops and arrangements will be confirmed before departure; the photographs give a flavour of the scenery rather than a guaranteed list of landing points.
- Planned day
- Saturday 20 February 2027
- Departure
- 8:30am for Royal Phuket Marina; cruise from 9am
- Time away
- Full day, returning to Sole Mio in the late afternoon
- What to bring
- Swimwear, sun protection and a dry change of clothes
Lunch is part of the planned boat-day itinerary. The boat excursion and transfers are additional to the retreat price.
02 · Culture & local life
Old Town streets, a working farm and a temple afternoon
Phuket Old Town & Sunday Walking Street
Phuket’s historic centre brings colourful Sino-Portuguese shophouses, local food and small shops together. On Sunday, the walking street on Thalang Road adds market stalls and an evening atmosphere to the streets.
We’ve planned an afternoon departure so there’s time to explore Old Town before heading to the night market. Dinner is your choice of restaurant or market stall, paid separately.
- Planned day
- Sunday 14 February 2027
- Timing
- Depart 3pm; explore from 3:45pm; market from 5pm
- Travel from Sole Mio
- Approximately 30–40 minutes, depending on traffic
- What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes and money for food and shopping
Tuesday 16 February · afternoon
Old Phuket Farm
A look at island life beyond the beaches. The farm’s activities introduce traditional rice growing, rubber tapping, tin panning and local food preparation. These are examples of the farm’s programme; Rally’s selected visit details will be confirmed.
The itinerary allows approximately 15 minutes’ travel. Wear comfortable clothes and footwear suitable for an outdoor farm visit. Admission and transport cost extra.
Wednesday 17 February · afternoon
Wat Chalong
A temple stop forms the first part of our cultural afternoon, followed by the elephant-care visit. It gives the day a different rhythm after the morning’s coaching.
Plan clothing that covers your shoulders and knees for the temple visit. Final timings and transport arrangements will be shared before the trip.
Wednesday 17 February · afternoon
Mountain Elephant Care Sanctuary
The second stop on Wednesday is the sanctuary named in our itinerary, Phuket Mountain Elephant Care in Chalong. Its programmes offer different activities, so we’ll confirm the particular programme and what it includes before the trip.
Bring comfortable outdoor clothing and shoes. We’ll share any additional packing notes once the programme is confirmed. The excursion and transfer are extra.
03 · Time to unwind
Mantra Forest Spa, or an afternoon closer to home
Thursday afternoon offers a choice: stay at Sole Mio, head to the beach, or travel to Mantra Forest Spa in Phang Nga, beyond Phuket.
Mantra’s facilities include herbal pools, saunas and massage areas in a forest setting. The outing involves approximately 60–75 minutes each way, so it suits guests who want to make an afternoon of it.
Spa entry, any selected treatments and transport are additional. We’ll confirm the package and timing before the trip, including how it fits with that evening’s dinner.
- Planned day
- Thursday 18 February 2027
- Bring for the spa
- Swimwear and a change of clothes
Prefer to stay local? Keep the afternoon free for the hotel, recovery or the beach. There’s no need to join every outing.
04 · Evenings at the table
Southern Thai flavours and dinner by the sea
Two optional dinners give us a reason to come together after the day’s tennis and exploring. Both meals and their transfers are paid separately.
Monday 15 February · depart 6pm
Ta Khai, Rosewood Phuket
Southern Thai cooking and seafood in a rustic village-style setting at Rosewood Phuket. It’s the planned dinner after our first coached morning, with a free afternoon beforehand.
Menu choices, group arrangements and the final cost will be shared before the trip.
Thursday 18 February · depart 6pm
Carpe Diem Phuket
A beachfront dinner on Bang Tao Beach. Carpe Diem’s Mediterranean menu includes sharing dishes, pasta, pizza and seafood, giving the evening a different feel from Monday’s Thai dinner.
The table arrangement and pricing for our group will be confirmed before the trip.
Other evenings leave room for casual dinners at Sole Mio or your own plans. Breakfast is included in the retreat; other meals are additional unless specified in an excursion package.
05 · Friday, your way
Beach time, horse riding and an optional night out
After Friday’s final tennis session, the afternoon is open for a beach club, beach horse riding or time to yourself.
Beach horse riding
An optional ride on the beach is listed in the itinerary. The operator, ride length, suitability requirements and price will be confirmed before guests choose to join.
A beach-club afternoon
For a slower afternoon, a beach club is another option. The venue and any entry charge or minimum spend will be confirmed; this is separate from Thursday’s Carpe Diem dinner.
Muay Thai
Friday night includes the option of watching Muay Thai. The event, venue and ticket options are still to be confirmed. Tickets and transport cost extra.
Patong nightlife
Guests who want a night out can choose Patong. It’s optional, with drinks, entertainment and travel at your own cost. A quiet evening back at Sole Mio is equally part of the plan.
06 · Your week at a glance
How the experiences fit around tennis
Our five coached mornings run 9–11am, Monday 15 to Friday 19 February. The optional afternoon and evening experiences are planned around those sessions.
| Day | Afternoon | Evening |
|---|---|---|
| Sun 14 | Phuket Old Town | Sunday Walking Street & dinner of your choice |
| Mon 15 | Free time, recovery or beaches | Ta Khai at Rosewood Phuket |
| Tue 16 | Old Phuket Farm | Casual dinner / your own plans |
| Wed 17 | Wat Chalong & elephant care | Casual dinner / your own plans |
| Thu 18 | Mantra Forest Spa or local free time | Carpe Diem Phuket |
| Fri 19 | Beach horse riding, a beach club or free time | Optional Muay Thai and/or Patong |
| Sat 20 | Full-day private island-hopping cruise | Free time · final night |
Arrival is Saturday 13 February and departure is Sunday 21 February. See the full Phuket retreat itinerary for the complete week.
07 · Useful to know
Choosing your Phuket experiences
Are excursions included in the retreat price?
No. Excursions, special dinners and transport beyond the hotel–academy tennis shuttles cost extra. The retreat covers eight nights at Sole Mio, daily breakfast, five coached tennis mornings, those return shuttles and a KĀHLĪ welcome pack.
Do I have to join every activity?
No. The experiences are optional. You can join the outings that interest you and keep other afternoons or evenings free.
How much do the excursions cost?
Confirmed Rally group prices have not been published yet. We’ll share the options, what each includes and its cost before the trip so you can choose with the details in hand.
Are the boat stops, riding operator and evening venues confirmed?
The page reflects the planned itinerary. The boat route, horse-riding and beach-club arrangements, Muay Thai event and selected activity packages still need final confirmation. We’ll share those details before the trip.
How do I ask Rally about an experience?
Use the enquiry option on the Phuket retreat page to discuss the activities you’re interested in. The full retreat page also explains accommodation and the tennis programme.
About this guide & venue information
By Rally Travel Retreats. Updated 25 October 2026 for the planned 13–21 February 2027 retreat. The schedule comes from Rally’s itinerary. General venue descriptions were checked against the following official information; venue offerings may differ from the package ultimately arranged for our group.