Hat Yai Private Van with Driver: Vehicles, What’s Included & How to Book

Hat Yai is easy to reach but hard to get around. Taxis are hit-and-miss, Grab cars are small, and the best day trips (Songkhla, Khlong Hae Floating Market, Phatthalung) are spread out. A private van with your own driver solves all of that: one vehicle and one price, and your group travels on its own schedule.

Here is exactly what you get when you book a private van with Thailand VIP Tour.

Choose your vehicle

Vehicle	Best for	Passengers	Luggage
VIP Van (Toyota Commuter)	Families, groups, company trips	Up to 10	10 standard bags
Mini SUV (Fortuner / Innova)	Small families	3 + 1 child	5 standard bags
Sedan (Altis / Camry)	Couples, business travellers	3 + 1 small child	4 standard bags

Tip: extra luggage takes up seats. If you are travelling with shopping bags or prams, tell us when you book and we will recommend the right vehicle.

What’s included

• An experienced, locally licensed driver
• Fuel and tolls
• Refreshments on board and USB charging
• Pickup from and return to your Hat Yai hotel

Not included: meals, entrance fees, accommodation, travel insurance and tips.

Where we pick you up

• Your Hat Yai hotel. Wait in the lobby and send us your room number.
• Hat Yai International Airport. Your driver meets you at an agreed meeting point.
• Padang Besar station. Popular with travellers coming in on the KTM train from Malaysia.

Popular ways to use your van

• Hat Yai city day: temples, Kim Yong Market, shopping malls and the night markets.
• Hat Yai + Songkhla charter (10+ hours): Samila Beach, Songkhla Old Town and back for dinner.
• Weekend floating market trip: Khlong Hae Floating Market opens Friday to Sunday only.
• Multi-day packages: 3 days 2 nights in Hat Yai, or extend to Krabi and Songkhla.

Why groups book a private van instead of taxis

1. One price for the whole group. It is usually cheaper per person than several taxis.
2. No waiting or haggling. Your driver is waiting when you are ready.
3. Elderly- and child-friendly. You go door-to-door, with room for walkers and prams.
4. Your itinerary, your pace. Stay longer where you like.

How to book

1. Fill in the booking form with your dates, group size and pickup point.
2. Add your WhatsApp, LINE or WeChat ID so we can reply fast.
3. We send you a quote and confirm your driver.

Please book at least 3 days in advance. School holidays and December weekends fill up quickly.

FAQ

How many people fit in a Hat Yai VIP van?

Up to 10 passengers with 10 standard bags.

Are fuel and tolls included?

Yes, both are included in the price.

Can you pick us up from Padang Besar?

Yes. Tell us your train arrival time when you book.

Can we change the plan on the day?

Yes, within your booked hours. Just tell your driver.