Koh Samui Half Day Island Guided Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Price from
- $23 / person
- Location
- Koh Samui, Thailand
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 12 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 30
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Go Samui Cook
Description
Enjoy convenient hotel pickup and transportation in an air-conditioned minivan. Take a tour with other travelers. Meet a local guide and discover Koh Samui's highlights: Big Buddha Temple is a large statue of Lord Budha image and Plai Laem temple is a century old temple. Next, admire the spectacular panoramic views of Chaweng beach at the Laad Koh View Point before going to the Grandfather and Grandmother Rocks; a marvelous strange natural formation of rocks on Koh Samui's south coast. These rocks respectively like male and female genitalia. Moreover, visit the Guan-Yu Koh Samui is a symbol of China's influence on Thailand's rich and colorful history. After that pay respect to the mummified body of Luang Por Daeng. Then make your final stop at Na Muang Waterfall. The tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:30 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 11–70)
- $23
- Child (ages 1–10)
- $20
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Big Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Yai)
A large statue of Lord Buddha image is dominating on a hill top of a small island (Koh Fann). You can be reached by walking up the steps to the big gallery for the spectacular view.
Wat Plai Laem
A century old temple, featuring a striking white 18-arm statue of Guanyin that called “Chinese Lady Monk”, and a large statue of Maha Kaccayana (An Indian teacher and philosopher). Statues are surrounding by a pond, which is teeming with fish. You can feed the fish by donation
Lad Koh View Point
Admire the spectacular panoramic view of Chaweng beach, the longest beach for 7 km.
Hin Ta & Hin Yai Rocks
A marvelous strange natural formation of rocks on Lamai beach. There are a lot of local souvenir shops. Let’s try Thai dessert called “Kalamae”, a sweet sticky candy made of glutinous rice flour, palm sugar, and coconut cream.
Guan-Yu Koh Samui Shrine
A bronze statue of Guan Yu with 16 meters height, the biggest in Thailand. The shrine is a celebration of Chinese heritage which begin by Chinese-Hainan in Koh Samui.
Wat Khunaram (Mummified Monk)
Or Mummified Monk Temple, pay respect to the mummified body of Luang Por Daeng, the sacrosanct for native. He died more than 50 years ago, his body shows few signs of any major decay (un-decomposed).
Na Muang Waterfall
Being impressive with the wide drop of 15 meter height cascade waterfall to a natural pool below. Refreshing with swimming in a pool and absorb the nature around.
What's included
Included
One Bottled Drink and Refresh Towel
Not included
Lunch
Pickup Locations & Times
Meet at the hotel's lobby but not location on the hill
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
12 reviews
How it compares in Koh Samui
- Starting price $23 is 61% below the typical $59 for tours of similar length in Koh Samui
Excurgo comparison of 335 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Remaining time is for transportation
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Koh Samui Half Day Island Guided Tour take?
Koh Samui Half Day Island Guided Tour lasts about 5 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Koh Samui Half Day Island Guided Tour cost?
Prices start at $23 per person for this Koh Samui experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Koh Samui Half Day Island Guided Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM.
How much does Koh Samui Half Day Island Guided Tour cost for children?
Children aged 1–10 pay from $20, adults from $23.
Can I cancel Koh Samui Half Day Island Guided Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Meet at the hotel's lobby but not location on the hill Pickup points include Melia Koh Samui.
What languages is Koh Samui Half Day Island Guided Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Koh Samui Half Day Island Guided Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 12 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Go Samui Cook.
Reviews(12)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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