Koh Samui City Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Visit Big Buddha Temple
- Explore Na Muang Waterfall
- Discover Hin Ta Hin Yai Rocks
- Experience local culture at Wat Plai Laem
- Enjoy panoramic views from Laem Sor Pagoda
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Air-conditioned transportation
- English-speaking guide
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
You’ll begin your adventure by being picked up at your hotel by your guide, who is guaranteed to know Koh Samui like the back of his hand. From that moment on you will spend the day taking in all of the most important points of interest – everything you have read about in the guide books, traveling in a fully air-conditioned minibus. Itinerary • 08:30am - 09:30am Pick up at your hotel. • Visit beautiful temple (Plai Laem Temple). • See famous Big Buddha. • Enjoy panoramic view at Chaweng View Point. • Go to Grandfather and Grandmother rocks. • See the incredible Mummified Monk. • Go to Namuang Waterfall 1 and take you to the local shopping spots. • 02:00pm - 02:30pm Return to your hotel
Experience first-hand the island of Koh Samui, this 5-hour tour is dedicated to those who have a passion for photography to see the iconic sights to take photos. Spend an afternoon taking images of scenic island sights while our tour guide takes you to multiple destinations, such as the beautiful Plai Laem Temple and Big Buddha.
Pay homage to Guanyin and the Buddha at Plai Laem Temple where has a splendid white 18-arm image of Guanyin and a giant Buddha statue placed in the middle of a pond. Explore numerous ancient murals that are created by using art techniques based on Buddhist beliefs. Make a donation to the temple then you will get a bag of food to feed the fish.
You'll be given all the time to explore and enhance your photography skills and capture memories of Koh Samui's natural and cultural treasures. We will proceed to go towards the scenic view of the island, where you can have a great photo of the panoramic view of Chaweng beach shore.
Marvel at one of the most beautiful natural wonders of the world, the extraordinary rock formation, “Grandpa and Grandma Rocks”, where has a long historical legend about a tale of tragedy tinged with hope.
Go for worship Loung Pordaeng at Khunaram Temple (Mummified monk temple). This beauteous temple gives the unique insight into Thai and Buddhist cultures and beliefs, to understand the Buddhism principles of “The Truths of life” and some of the beliefs such as “Death is only the gateway to another rebirth and a better life”.
Fulfill your day by strolling along this gorgeous waterfall would make you appreciate the beauty of nature and realize how amazing it is. Jump into the natural pool for refreshing yourself at this pristine Namuang Waterfall or going for the adventurous elephant trekking (both optional).
Meeting point
Start Location
Koh Samui, Koh Samui, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani, Thailand
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language for a full experience.
- Confirm your hotel pickup time and location at least 24 hours in advance.
- Be prepared for a moderate amount of walking; some areas may have uneven terrain.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and water activities.
- Bring swimwear and a towel if you plan to swim at Na Muang Waterfall.
- Carry a camera to capture the stunning landscapes and landmarks.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Child ticket age between 4-10 years.
- There is a minimum of 4 people required to run this tour! On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund
- This activity is not suitable for guests arriving by cruise ship or large boat.
Traveler reviews
Interesting tour with fun guide
A great tour to see the main temples and Buddhas. Wan was a nice guide with lots and interesting information. The 'mom and dad' rocks didn't have to be for us. The waterfall was nice but unfortunately little water.
Good Price, Nice Service
Was nice and friendly 👍🏻👍🏻
Nice trip to see Koh Samui sights
Good trip to see all the sights and take pictures. Our guide handled 3 other groups but was available if you had questions and was happy to take family pictures.
City tour
You will get a nice overview of the main attractions of Koh Samui. It was a little disappointing that the same guide tried to handle several bus loads of tourists with very little English skills.
Interesting and funny tour
We really enjoyed the tour to all the important sights around Koh Samui. The tour guide was very nice, well-prepared, and informative. The staff was very friendly and attentive overall, and we were given water and wet towels to cool off during the tour. The temple complexes are spectacular and well worth seeing, even if they are very busy. You learn a lot about the history and significance of the individual statues. It is essential to wear appropriate clothing that covers your shoulders. If you don't have any, you can borrow a poncho there if necessary. The waterfall depends on the weather, as it is not as spectacular during dry periods. You can also see elephants there, which can be fed bananas for a fee of 100 baht per basket. Unfortunately, elephant riding is also offered here, which we did not support. Otherwise, the area around the waterfall is extremely touristy. The Chaweng viewpoint was also very beautiful and well suited for panoramic photos. There is an ice cream truck on the side of the road that sells fantastic coconut ice cream. You can also go down to the rocks, but then it gets more stressful as time goes on. All in all, the tour is recommended, especially for the price, as the entrance fees are included.