Koh Samui Custom Sightseeing Tour with Private Guide
Recommended by 97% of travelers
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Koh Samui, Thailand
- 4 to 8 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Fit the highlights of Koh Samui all into one day with this private and customizable tour. Travel between sites in a spacious air-conditioned minivan with hotel pickup. The route can be personalized to suit your needs and potential stops include the Big Buddha Temple, Lad Koh Viewpoint, Hin Ta and Hin Yai Rocks, and Hin Lad Waterfall.
- The perfect way to tick off Koh Samui’s main sights in a day
- Learn about Thailand’s history and culture from your guide
- Get advice on the best local food and drink spots
- Private tour with hotel pickup and customizable route to suit your interests
What's Included
- Starting from your hotel and return (if desired)
- Professional licensed English speaking tour guide
- Bottled water
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance fees to attractions
- Lunch
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
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)
Itinerary
1
Big Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Yai)
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Wat Plai Laem
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Lad Koh View Point
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Ao Thong Takhian
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Hin Ta & Hin Yai Rocks
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Wat Khunaram (Mummified Monk)
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Guan-Yu Koh Samui Shrine
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Pagoda Khao Hua Jook
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
Samui Butterfly Garden
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
10
Ta Nim Magic Garden
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
11
Hin Lad Waterfall
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
12
Thong Krut
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
13
Overlap stone
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
14
The Jungle Club
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
15
Fisherman’s Village
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
16
Chaweng Beach
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
17
Bang Po Beach
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
18
Pagoda Laem Sor Temple
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
19
Wat Khao Chedi
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
20
Choeng Mon Hotel
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
21
Coral Cove Beach
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
22
Wat Teepangkorn
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
23
Samui Elephant Sanctuary Bophut
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 506 reviews
Balvinder_T, Apr 2026
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!
Niya_B, Apr 2026
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.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
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!
Len_S, Mar 2026
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
Response from Host, Apr 2026
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!
MARK_F, Mar 2026
An excellent tour with an excellent guide, Nat.
Experienced a great deal, but it never felt rushed. Made us want to come back and stay for longer.
Thank you
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We are thrilled to hear that you had an excellent tour with Nat.
Our goal is always to provide a comprehensive experience without making our guests feel rushed, so we’re glad you felt relaxed and enjoyed your time with us. It’s the best compliment to hear that you want to come back for longer!
We will certainly pass your kind words on to Nat. We look forward to seeing you again in Koh Samui soon!
Lluis_C, Mar 2026
Petch was the perfect host, very accommodating and easy going. Planned the day for us based on our preferences and packed a day of sightseeing in a record time, showing us that Koh Sami is worth coming back. If u prefer less sightseeing and more beach or shopping, Petch was happy to do that too.
Totally recommended to everyone and every taste. And cheaper to go the 2 of us in an air coned big car, than it was to book a cruise excursion. 👍👍👍
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the fantastic feedback! We're so happy Petch made your day in Koh Samui special and easy-going.
It’s wonderful to know that you appreciated the comfort of our large air-conditioned car and found our service to be a great alternative to cruise excursions. We truly value your recommendation and hope to see you again soon!
Christine_G, Feb 2026
Wonderful! Our guide was very good. He helped us plan an itinerary based on our likes and interests. We had a great day on the island because of our guide. Clean, comfortable vehicle too!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi Christina,
Thank you for the 5-star rating and for your kind recommendation! We are delighted to hear that our guide helped craft an itinerary that perfectly matched your interests.
Providing a clean, comfortable vehicle and personalized service is our top priority, so it’s rewarding to know these details made your day on the island special.
Thank you for choosing us for your Samui adventure. We look forward to seeing you again on your next visit!
Molly_G, Feb 2026
Real personal service and good way to see Koh Samui for the four of us , visited temples , waterfall, and coconut farm to see the monkey
Helping the farmer .
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi Molly,
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We are delighted that the four of you enjoyed the personalized service. It sounds like you had a quintessential Samui day—from the serenity of the temples and waterfalls to the unique experience of seeing the monkeys at work on the coconut farm. Supporting local traditions is something we love to share with our guests. We hope to see you all again soon
John_L, Feb 2026
Super nice guy and very easy to work with on the tour. He was on time and reallly well prepared and knoledgable.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hello John,
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback! It’s great to hear that your guide’s preparation and local knowledge made your tour both easy and enjoyable. We take great pride in being punctual and well-prepared, so we’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to him—he’ll be thrilled to be called a 'super nice guy!' Safe travels on your next adventure.
Piotr_G, Feb 2026
Wonderful experience thanks to our guide and driver. Both extremely nice and helpful. Tour itself also very interesting and intense. Great experience of driving on top of the car roof. I recommend it.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi Piotr,
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! 'Intense' is the perfect word for a Samui jungle adventure. We’re so glad you enjoyed the thrill of the views from the top of the vehicle—it really is the best seat in the house for those island vistas! Our guides and drivers work hard as a team to keep things safe and interesting, and they’ll be so happy to hear they hit the mark for you. Cheers!
Linda_B, Feb 2026
We had a limited amount of time as we were on a cruise. The private tour with Bin proved to be the best use of our time to see Koh Samui. We managed to see almost all highlights in our 5 hours. Bin was professional, knowledgable as well as being very kind and polite.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi Linda,
Thank you so much for your kind review! We are thrilled to hear that your private tour with Bin was the highlight of your cruise stop in Koh Samui.
We understand that time is precious when you're on a cruise, so we're glad Bin was able to help you see all the major highlights efficiently while remaining professional and polite. We will definitely share your wonderful feedback with him. We hope to welcome you back to the island again on your next voyage
michael_h, Feb 2026
Lam was excellent..He speaks good English, has a lovely mini bus with great AC. Lam took us to the popular sights Temples being amazing. He also fitted in a beach he recommended,It was exactly what we were looking for. Quiet pretty and a restaurant made it complete. Lovely day. Thanks Lam
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi Michael,
Thank you for the fantastic 5-star rating! We are so glad to hear that Lam provided such an excellent experience for you.
It’s wonderful that his English skills, professional recommendations, and comfortable mini-bus made your day stress-free and enjoyable. We're especially happy that the 'quiet beach' he recommended was exactly what you were looking for. Thank you for choosing us, and we look forward to seeing you again!
Amanda_K, Feb 2026
Lovely 4 hour experience with our guide exploring Koh Samui. Sixsun was kind and knowledgeable and very flexible. He had ideas of where to take us and let us prioritize what was most important. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a way to explore the island with limited time! Also, the car was great and had powerful AC which we really appreciated in this weather!
Rose_T, Feb 2026
Super nice guide! Very flexible. He took us to relevant and interesting sites. Guide had great insight.
Karl_S, Jan 2026
This was a perfect half day tour of the island. Our driver, Mr Thai, was pleasant and very informative of the sites, customs and history of the area. We selected about nine different sites and he crafted our trip as a big loop around the island. The van was new and spotless, with four reclining lounge seats with adjustable foot rests. Very comfortable ride.
Pamela_A, Jan 2026
The guide was excellent. Tailored the day to what we wanted, helped us out exchanging money so we could get ice cream, gave us a coconut drink and came back after he dropped us off because e we left a phone in the car. He was very friendly and very knowledgeable.
Doug_E, Jan 2026
Our driver/guide Petch was very nice, good English, and accommodating. He took us to see elephant sanctuary at our request then circled the island with several stops. Safe driver and helped us with ATM and snacks. He worked hard to answer our questions and Explain Buddhism. Highly recommend Petch and tour.
Kayleen_M, Jan 2026
Great way to spend the day and got to see so much with a great guide! Loved guide and the way we were taken care of. Our expectations were met for the day! Kay
Vicki_T, Jan 2026
Private tour was very accessible for someone using a mobility assist; the guide were helpful and accommodating Also knowledgeable. Loved the fresh coconut. Would definitely recommend!!
Grantley_C, Dec 2025
Mr Thai was very friendly and knowledgeable he gave us options as to where he would take us. He has a very luxurious van which was very comfortable. We went to feed the elephants saw the big Buddha and travelled the island.
Great tour
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you very much for your kind review and for choosing Mr. Samui Tour. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour with Mr. Thai and appreciated his friendliness, knowledge, and flexibility in offering you different options.
We’re also happy to know that you found our luxury van comfortable and enjoyed visiting the elephants, the Big Buddha, and exploring around the island. Your satisfaction truly means a lot to our team.
Thank you once again for touring with us, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Samui in the future!
Danny_W, Dec 2025
Our customized itinerarynwith time limitation was accommodated and the guide quite informative & responsive to our questions
Pat_M, Dec 2025
Our driver/guide Nat was extremely thoughtful and made our visit worthwhile. The elephant sanctuary was not on the schedule but he made sure we were there first thing in the morning and we avoided the tour groups. We wanted to visit temples and we sure did! All of them different and interesting. The day went very fast. Koh Samui is definitely a must see in Thailand!
won_p, Dec 2025
Driver was very informative and attentive. He covered a lot of sites in the limited time. I would definitely request him again.
Don_L, Nov 2025
My husband and I took the 4-Hour tour of Koh Samui and left our itinerary up to the guide. Natty did an amazing job. Everything went very smoothly picking us up from the cruise port, and she asked us what types of things we liked to do and then she picked perfectly where to take us. A wonderful experience and Phi Nat
...Natty... is awesome! Thank you!
Geoffrey_B, Nov 2025
pleasant and accomodating. tour was tailored to our needs. driver bery personable and knowledgeable.
Jeffrey_F, Nov 2025
Our driver, Tony, was very flexible and brought us to as many sites as possible in the limited time we had. As he was driving from one site to the next, Tony explained what we were going to see.
We really enjoyed ourselves and beautiful Ko Samui.
Cheryl_S, Nov 2025
Wonderful way to experience the island without hassle. Our tour operator provided us with friendly and professional service and background information about each site we visited. Our only complaint is that we did not get WiFi as indicated in the tour description.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Dear Cheryl_S,
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are delighted to hear that you found our tour a "wonderful way to experience the island without hassle" and that you appreciated the "friendly and professional service" and background information provided by our guide.
However, please accept our sincere apologies regarding the WiFi. We are very sorry that this service was not available as indicated in our tour description, and we completely understand your disappointment.
We truly value this feedback. We are addressing this with our team immediately to ensure that our tour descriptions are 100% accurate and that all advertised amenities are available for our guests in the future.
Thank you again for your feedback, as it helps us improve. We hope we might have the chance to welcome you back to Samui again.
Warm regards,
Kevin_M, Nov 2025
Totally recommend. Flexibility to do what we wanted was awesome. Driver “Sixson” met all our needs. Very knowledgeable
David_K, Oct 2025
What can I say, Kai was our fantastic guide for the day and really enhanced our experience, his infectious positivity and knowledge of the sights gave us a better understanding that we would have got by just self guiding ourselves. Great day out and well worth it.
Krista_T, Jul 2025
Our guide was so helpful, friendly and informative. We had a lovely day and got to set our own pace and select what we wanted to see. The car was nice and the guide was the best!
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you for the amazing "Must do" review! We are so happy that you had a lovely day and enjoyed the flexibility of our private tour.
We're delighted to know that you found the car comfortable and your guide to be the best! Providing a helpful, friendly, and informative experience is our top priority.
We look forward to the opportunity to host you again on your next visit!
Fatimah_N, Jul 2025
On time, punctual driver, i liked that he had wet towels and cold water since its scorching hot. The car is tracked so that you feel safe. The tour was okay, i chose what i wanted to see but i felt a bit bored it was mostly temples minimal nature.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Dear Fatima...,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your Koh Samui Custom Sightseeing Tour.
We're glad to hear that you appreciated the punctuality of our driver, as well as the refreshing wet towels and cold water – we know how hot it can get! We're also happy to know that the car tracking system made you feel safe.
We sincerely apologize that the tour felt a bit boring and that the focus on temples, with minimal nature, didn't fully meet your expectations. As this is a custom tour where guests choose their itinerary, we always aim to tailor it to individual preferences. We will certainly consider your comments as we continuously strive to improve our recommendations and ensure our guests have a more engaging experience, especially for those seeking more nature.
We hope you'll consider giving us another opportunity to provide you with a more tailored and enjoyable experience in the future.
Kind regards,
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