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Koh Samui Custom Sightseeing Tour with Private Guide

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Koh Samui, Thailand

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4 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Our friendly & licensed guide will pick you up from your hotel or villa in an Air-Conditioned minivan (or other vehicles SUV on request or 4x4 truck* Select 4x4*.) When you step into the vehicle you can share your ideas and interests so we customize the plan for the day.
Gain local insight into Thai culture as you visit the island's top sights like the Big Buddha, Wat Plai Laem, Hin Tai & Hin Yai, see amazing scenery and more & beaches. Get recommendations on the best spots to eat for local cuisine or street food, learn about the island's history, and swim on white sandy beaches or in hidden jungle waterfalls. Please note that the tour can be personalized to your own interests and desires.

If desired we can have a lunch stop at a local restaurant on the beach or at any restaurant type that you prefer. The cost of lunch is not included in the tour. We provide Coldwater, Onboard Wifi and refreshment towels along the way to ensure that you have a comfortable day of sightseeing.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees to attractions
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Please wait for us at your hotel reception or at the discussed meeting point. (for cruise visitors please look for your name sign with our red star logo)

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Big Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Yai)

One of Samui highlights the famous Big Buddha is not to be missed on your itinerary (We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.)
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wat Plai Laem

Wat Plai Laem is a Buddhist temple compound on Samui's north-east coast of Samui, featuring a striking white 18-arm image of Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy and Compassion.(We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.)
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lad Koh View Point

Also known as Zenith Viewpoint, Lad Koh Viewpoint is located just off highway 4169 between Chaweng and Lamai Beach meaning that it’s among the more conveniently placed viewpoints for tourists to reach. It’s a short 15 minute drive away from Chaweng beach and the route is signposted all the way(We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.)
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ao Thong Takhian

Silver Beach is a 250m-long tropical beach paradise set in a charming little bay facing northeast located just north of Lamai Beach, at the foothills and cliffs.(We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.)
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hin Ta & Hin Yai Rocks

Hin Ta Hin Yai are the most famous and most visited rocks in Koh Samui. Reminding the shape of the male and female genitals, Grandpa and Grandma rocks(We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.)
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wat Khunaram (Mummified Monk)

Koh Samui’s Mummified Monk at Wat Khunaram is an unusual sight yet it offers a unique insight into Buddhist and Thai culture(We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.)
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Guan-Yu Koh Samui Shrine

Guan Yu Shrine Koh Samui is an impressive traditional Chinese Temple(We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.)
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pagoda Khao Hua Jook

Sitting atop a hilly terrain, Wat Khao Hua Jook offers great views of the surrounding areas (We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.)
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Samui Butterfly Garden

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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ta Nim Magic Garden

*4x4* only (please double-check with us for the additional charges to this location) We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hin Lad Waterfall

We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Thong Krut

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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Overlap stone

*4x4* only (please double-check with us for the additional charges to this location) We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Jungle Club

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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fisherman’s Village

Night market just on monday & Friday We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Chaweng Beach

Koh Samui's busiest and biggest town has sprung up around one of the island's best beaches. As well as offering more accommodation options than elsewhere on the island, Chaweng is also nightlife central with bars and restaurants catering to every taste.(We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.)
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bang Po Beach

More private and secure beach, best to taste local sea food cuisine with beautiful views on Koh Phangan. (We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.)
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pagoda Laem Sor Temple

The Laem Sor pagoda sits right at the end of the somewhat rocky beach of Bang Kao. The pagoda has a golden glowing appearance, especially in the sunlight, when the contrast with the blue waters of the ocean makes for some beautiful images. Actually, the pagoda is not gold but built from yellow-colored tiles that make it look golden from a distance.(We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.)
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wat Khao Chedi

Khao Chedi, as the Wat Rattanakosin is also known, is located on a hill in southern Koh Samui. Just a couple of minutes uphill from the famous Laem Sor Pagoda. The temple grounds are only visited by a very few tourists and therefore really calm and peaceful.(We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.)
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Choeng Mon Hotel

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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Coral Cove Beach

Coral Cove is a tiny bay located just south of Chaweng Noi on the east coast of Koh Samui and is the most highly-recommended place to enjoy snorkelling on the island.(We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.)
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Wat Teepangkorn

*4x4 ONLY**4x4* only (please double-check with us for the additional charges to this location this location is 1000,- thb extra )On top of the Koh Samui in the mountains above Lamai you will find the mighty statue of Phra Buddha Teepangkorn(We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.)
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Samui Elephant Sanctuary

Visit and feed these gentle giants during your Samui tour.Be aware that for the close encounters of 1 hour, there is an additional fee to be paid at location which costs 900,- thb per person. the sanctuary also offers 4 hour visits which we recommend to book on a different day than during your Samui visit. for more information contact us(We only take you where you want to visit, it is your holidays and you are in control. Want to stop here, no problems, just let us know.)
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Koh Samui Custom Sightseeing Tour with Private Guide?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+07). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Starting from your hotel and return (if desired)
  • Professional licensed English speaking tour guide
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees to attractions
  • Gratuities

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  • Wheelchair accessible
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