Koh Samui Custom Sightseeing Tour with Private Guide

Thai Holiday Guide

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Highlights

Backstreet stalls only locals know
Swim at a jungle waterfall
Private tour for your party only
Thai lunch at a local restaurant
English-speaking licensed guide

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.

Itinerary

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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*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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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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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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*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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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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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.

Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Professional licensed English speaking tour guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Starting from your hotel and return (if desired)

Not Included

Entrance fees to attractions
Lunch
Gratuities

Meeting point & area

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Good to know

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently Asked Questions

How flexible is the itinerary?

Fully customisable — you share ideas and interests at pickup, and the guide tailors the day. Top stops can include Big Buddha, Wat Plai Laem, Hin Tai and Hin Yai, plus beaches and waterfalls. Duration is 4–8 hours.

What vehicle do we use?

Air-conditioned minivan as standard, with SUV or 4x4 truck available on request (select 4x4 when booking).

Is lunch included?

No — lunch, entrance fees to attractions, and gratuities are extra. You can stop at a beach restaurant or any restaurant type you prefer during the day.

What's in the $169 base price?

Private transportation, bottled water, professional licensed English-speaking guide (German also available), and hotel pickup and return if desired.