Koh Samui Custom Sightseeing Tour with Private Guide
Description
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.
Tour Options
Itinerary
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.)
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.)
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.)
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.)
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.)
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.)
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.)
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.)
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.
*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.
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.
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.
*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.
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.
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.
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.)
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.)
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.)
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.)
(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.)
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.)
*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.)
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.)
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
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)
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(509)
Mr Bin (apologies for spelling) picked us up on time and tailored our morning as we wanted and made great suggestions. He got us to places before the big trips turned up and when we mentioned that we would like to go to the Haven Elephant Cafe he even incorporated a visit there. A lovely man, very knowledgeable and would highly recommend.
DO NOT BOOK. THIS TOUR IS A SCAM. The tour operator is not helpful at all. They do not respond to either the customer support on the app or otherwise. They will make you pay and they will not accommodate you in any manner. Completely horrible experience and a total waste. Only book if you want to ruin your day and mood.
Dear Vani, We would like to clarify the facts regarding your booking on June 11th so that future travelers can fully understand the situation. Your booking was officially confirmed in the system for today at 11:00 AM. As a professional operator, we strictly adhere to the system's policies and terms. Therefore, our private vehicle, driver, and tour guide were dispatched and arrived at the location exactly on time at 11:00 AM. However, at 11:09AM—just as our team was waiting at the spot—you messaged us stating that you were not in Thailand today due to your own booking error. Because we were only informed after the scheduled time and after our team had already arrived, full operational expenses and staff wages had already been incurred. We understand your frustration about the refund being declined, but we simply follow the system's rules and protect our local staff's livelihoods. They fulfilled their duties perfectly and arrived on time, so we cannot withhold their wages for a client’s No-Show. It is unfair to label our business a "scam" for strictly following standard non-refundable system policies. We highly recommend you contact Viator directly to address your booking error.
Great experience loved every minute
Hi Mac, Thank you so much for the 5-star rating! We are thrilled to hear that the three Aussies had such a fantastic adventure with us and enjoyed every single minute of the tour. Sharing the best of Koh Samui with energetic groups like yours is what we love most. Hope to see you mates back on the island again someday!
Great experience and really enjoyed guide Tony and driver Tong’s company and knowledge. Nothing was too much trouble with a 10 month old in tow!
An amazing customised trip with guide Tony and driver Tong. Nothing was too much trouble with a 10 month old in tow! Tony recommended Koh Samui key spots in the time we had. The van was very well air conditioned and most welcome in the heat! Only sour point was a Viator adviser declining us being picked up at our own hotel which was 5 minutes away from the Ritz and where we had to eventually take a taxi with baby. This was not something that was required I was told as we actually went past our hotel after pick up anyway (so a little annoyed). However this was not the guide/drivers fault but more Viator’s policy .
We had a great day on our private tour with Mr. Samui. We were picked up on time and traveled around the island in a comfortable, well air-conditioned bus. Our guide, Sixsun, was very friendly and planned the itinerary together with us. We visited beautiful viewpoints and temples, stopped at a beach for a swim and lunch, and even made a spontaneous stop for fresh coconut ice cream — a fun and authentic touch. Highly recommended, especially for families with young children. We saw a lot in a short time while staying comfortable in the heat.
It was such a gift to experience this tour on Songkran. Our guide went above and beyond to find us experiences (meeting elephants) even when businesses were closed for the holiday. Thank you for being so accommodating and generous with us.
Thank you so much for this beautiful and heartfelt review! We are truly honored that you chose to celebrate Songkran with us. Experience the Thai New Year through the eyes of a guide with a background as a Buddhist monk is a rare and spiritual opportunity, and we are thrilled that it was a 'life-changing' gift for you. I will certainly pass your gratitude to our guide. He is known for his dedication, and we are so glad he could arrange the elephant encounter for you despite the holiday closures. That 'above and beyond' spirit is exactly what we strive for at Mr. Samui. We hope the peace and joy of Songkran stay with you, and we would be delighted to welcome you back to our island again!
Awan was our guide and provided a great custom tour and lunch place for us. He advised well on our time available and avoided a huge traffic jam so we returned to our ship on time. We enjoyed talking with him about many subjects. He was very pleasant and we enjoyed his company. We would highly recommend him!
Dear Gail H, Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We are delighted to hear that you had a great custom tour with Awan. We understand how important timing is, especially for our guests arriving by cruise ship, so we’re glad Awan could help you navigate the traffic and get you back on time. It’s also lovely to hear that you enjoyed the lunch recommendation and the conversations with him. We will certainly share your kind words with Awan. We hope to welcome you back to Koh Samui again in the future! Warm regards,
Thank you for the wonderful trip ☺️. Our guide was Nat. He was very individual to our wishes and thus allowed us a few nice hours on Koh Samui. We could visit many sights. It was also great that he introduced us to some Thai delicacies. So he spontaneously bought us the fruit “rose apple” and “fried bananas” – even with coconut wrapping. It all tasted very delicious 🤤 Many thanks also to our driver (unfortunately we don’t remember his name 🫣). He was very careful and prudent.
Hallo Consta, Vielen herzlichen Dank für Ihre wunderbare Bewertung! Es freut uns sehr zu hören, dass Sie einen gelungenen Tag auf Koh Samui hatten. Es ist unser Ziel, jede Tour ganz individuell nach den Wünschen unserer Gäste zu gestalten, und wir freuen uns sehr, dass Nat dies so gut umgesetzt hat. Wir werden Ihr Lob direkt an ihn weiterleiten! Wir hoffen, Sie bald wieder bei uns begrüßen zu dürfen.
Had our tour of Koh Samui today with our guide Sixsun, or Mr S, … he was an absolute star - very advocating, very thoughtful, checked what we wanted and delivered & more with a suggestion of seeing trained monkeys climbing the trees to get the coconuts down …. excellent, highly recommended
Thank you for your 'Excellent' 5-star review! We are so happy to hear that your tour with Sixsun (Mr. S) was a highlight of your trip. He truly is an absolute star, and we’re glad his thoughtful suggestions, like seeing the trained monkeys, made your experience even more special. Providing more than what our guests expect is always our goal. We will definitely pass your high recommendation and kind words on to Sixsun. We hope to see you again in Koh Samui!
