Koh Samui Sightseeing Tour Around The Island
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Koh Samui, Thailand
- 5 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
This shared tour takes visitors to experience the highlights of Koh Samui. This tour visits the Wat Phra Yai and Wat Plai Laem temples; the legendary Hin Ta and Hin Yai Rocks; the stunning Lad Koh viewpoint; the highest waterfall in Koh Samui; and the Wat Khunaram temple that houses a mummified monk. A culturally rich tour of the island known as the “Heaven of the Gulf of Thailand”.
- Price is per person
- Entrance fees for sightseeing provided in package
- The tour is Five-hours long allowing plenty of time to explore the sightseeing locations
- Travel insurance included in package
What's Included
- Big Buddha Temple
- Plai Laem Temple
- Lad Koh View Point
- Grand Father & Grand Mother Rocks
- Mummified Monk
- Namuang Waterfall 1
- Travel Insurance
- Minivan with Air-condition (Joined Car )
- Entrance fee in every mentioned places
- Important for CRUISE SHIP Travelers: Not suitable for cruise ship passengers.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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Pickup details
Important for CRUISE SHIP Travelers: Not suitable for cruise ship passengers. ***IMPORTANT NOTE*** Please CONTACT US to reconfirm the pick-up time and meeting Point. Traveler Pickup Information We provide pickup from selected hotels in Koh Samui, as well as from private houses and villas (except those located in narrow streets or hill areas). Kindly contact us to reconfirm your pickup time and meeting point. ***Not available for picking up at the Hilly or Mountain Area.*** ***PLEASE CHECK THE AVAILABLE AREAS BEFORE YOU MAKE THE BOOKING*** ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Pickup time in each area as follows:,, (Share Transfer - Join Car) • 08.00-08.30 AM. ………….……. Nathon, Bangpor, Taling Nam, Natien Beach, Lipa Noi, Hua Thanon • 08.30-09.00 AM. ………………… Maenam, Bophut , Lamai • 08.45 - 09.15 AM. ....................Chaweng Noi • 09.00-09.30 AM. ………………… Chaweng • 09.15-09.45 AM. ………………… Choeng Mon, Plai laem, Bang Rak 08.00 - 09.00 AM. depends on location of your hotel. Please contact us for exact time
Operating hours.8:30 am
Itinerary
1
Big Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Yai)
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
2
Wat Plai Laem
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
Lad Koh View Point
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Hin Ta & Hin Yai Rocks
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
5
Wat Khunaram (Mummified Monk)
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
6
Namuang Waterfall 1
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Bang Po Beach (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
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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
4.7
based on 121 reviews
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Shelley_C, Jul 2026
Great tour, our tour guide was lovely and very informative, happy to help and offered to take photos for us on every stop. Cold drinks supplied was a benefit and the stop to try coconut ice cream was delicious. Very friendly guide and driver. I wouldn’t recommend to swim at the waterfall on the last trip, it was busy and we only had 30 minutes before getting back on the bus, so I would recommend trying some of the yummy food stalls there, buy souvenirs etc. we were happy that the tour was finished mid afternoon and were back at our hotel mid afternoon.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Shelley,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the island tour and that your guide made the experience informative, friendly, and memorable. 😊📸🥥
It's great to know you appreciated the cold drinks, the delicious coconut ice cream stop, and the opportunity to return to your hotel by mid-afternoon. Thank you as well for sharing your helpful tips about the waterfall stop, future travelers will certainly find them valuable.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back to Koh Samui for another fantastic experience soon!
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team
Koh Samui, Thailand
Corey_F, Jun 2026
Tour guide and driver were very friendly and we saw most of the sites of interest on Koh Samui. Air conditioned van and cold water and soda were a big plus.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you very much for your kind review!
We’re glad you enjoyed the Koh Samui sightseeing tour and that our guide and driver made you feel comfortable throughout the day. It’s also great to hear you appreciated the air-conditioned van and the cold drinks along the way.
Hope to see you again on another tour in Koh Samui!
Best regards,
Tony & team
Backpacker Samui Travel Group
Koh Samui, Thailand
beverleyygoode, Jun 2026
Great value for money, tour on Koh Samui. Six well time stops , approximately 25 minutes each, which in the heat is great. Our guide Arm, was very informative and made sure we got a good understanding of each place we visited. Cold water and soft drinks issued as part of the Tour and were very well received. I tasted some of the most fantastic coconut ice cream I have ever had. Recommend this Tour for those who do not wish to spend plenty times visiting the sites.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you very much for your wonderful review!
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Koh Samui Island Tour and found it to be great value for money. It’s fantastic that the timing of the stops worked well for you, especially in the tropical heat, and that you were able to enjoy each location comfortably.
We’re especially happy to hear your kind words about Arm. He will be very pleased to know that his informative guidance helped you better understand each stop along the way. It’s also great that the cold water, soft drinks, and the coconut ice cream added to your experience!
Thank you again for recommending the tour. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable day in Koh Samui soon.
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team
Koh Samui, Thailand
Obsessiveflirt, Jun 2026
This was great! There was a short amount of time at each stop, but the staff were amazing if we needed a moment longer for some of the attractions. The staff were so lovely, our main tour guide (Arm) was genuine and friendly and so helpful. This was one of the best things we did on Koh Samui
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the sightseeing tour and found it to be great value. It's especially rewarding to know that Arm and the team helped make your experience memorable with their friendliness and flexibility. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we're thrilled that this was one of the highlights of your time on Koh Samui. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team Koh Samui, Thailand
Rachael_T, May 2026
Our driver was incredibly safe and considerate, as was our guide. The vans were clean, and the air-conditioning cooled us down between locations. We had enough time at each location to explore or, in our case, seek shade as it was a very hot day. Our guide explained each site and welcomed us to come to him with questions at any time. I would recommend this tour to others, and I would use this company again.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review!
We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the sightseeing tour around Koh Samui with us. It’s great to know that you felt comfortable in the van, appreciated the air-conditioning between stops, and had enough time to enjoy each location at your own pace, even on such a hot day.
Your kind words about our driver and guide mean a lot to us. We always do our best to provide a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience while sharing the beauty of Koh Samui with our guests.
Thank you as well for recommending our tour to others. It truly means a lot to our team. We would be delighted to welcome you back again on your next visit to Koh Samui!
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team
Koh Samui, Thailand
evansjulie2602, May 2026
Very good tour. Very nice guide and driver. Only 8 in our group so nice and small. Excellent value for money
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely review! 😊 We’re very happy to hear that you had a great day on our Koh Samui Sightseeing Tour. A smaller group really does make the experience more relaxed and enjoyable, so we’re glad you appreciated that. We’ll also pass your kind words on to our guide and driver, they will be delighted to hear your feedback.
Thank you again for choosing us and for mentioning the excellent value for money. We hope to see you again on your next visit to Koh Samui!
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team Koh Samui, Thailand
Melissa_H, May 2026
What an excellent tour and very reasonably priced! A/c and quick stops! Great guide and driver......
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Koh Samui Sightseeing Tour and found it to be great value for money. It’s fantastic to know you were comfortable with the air-conditioned transport and enjoyed the stops around the island. We’ll also be sure to pass your kind words on to our guide and driver, they will be very happy to hear it!
We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back again for another adventure in Koh Samui.
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team Koh Samui, Thailand
Juraj_V, May 2026
A perfect first day at Samui! They take you to most popular sights on the island and our guide, Jackie, was very knowledgeable and patiently answered all our questions.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your lovely review!
We’re delighted to hear the Koh Samui Sightseeing Tour Around The Island was a perfect first day on Koh Samui 🌴 and that you enjoyed visiting the island’s most popular sights.
Great to know that Jackie made your experience even better with helpful and patient guidance—we’ll be sure to share your kind words!
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team
Koh Samui, Thailand
Brendan_M, May 2026
A great way to see Koh Samui 🫶🏻 Comfortable and pleasant trip. Tour Guide Jackie Lee was awesome!!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review! 🫶🏻
We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed exploring Koh Samui with us and that the trip was comfortable and pleasant. It’s also wonderful to know that Jackie Lee made your experience even more memorable, we’ll be sure to pass along your lovely feedback!
We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back again for another great adventure on the island.
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team
Koh Samui, Thailand
Keith_M, Apr 2026
We were picked up on time and shared the van with two others who were very nice.
The guide Sugar and our driver Op were very attentive and caring. They explained things so we all understood.
It was also a great way to get to know the Island.
I 💯 recommend this tour.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Keith ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re really happy to hear everything ran smoothly with the pickup and that you enjoyed the comfortable, small group experience.
A big thank you as well for your kind words about Sugar and Op, they’ll be delighted to know they made your day special with their care and clear explanations.
We’re glad the tour helped you get to know Koh Samui better, and we truly appreciate your 💯 recommendation!
We hope to welcome you back again soon for another great experience.
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team Koh Samui, Thailand
Calvin_M, Apr 2026
Very informative, very helpful staff gave a lot of useful information. Free water, beverages and cooling towels were nice
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Calvin,
Thank you so much for your kind review! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the tour and found our team informative and helpful. It’s great to know the small touches like cold towels and refreshments made your experience even more comfortable.
We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you again in Koh Samui!
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team
Koh Samui, Thailand
Matilda_P, Apr 2026
This tour was very nice. We got to see all the main attractions of the island. Both the driver and the guide were very nice, and they even had water for us. I absolutely recommend it!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re really happy to hear that you enjoyed the sightseeing tour and had a great time exploring the main attractions around Koh Samui. 😊
It’s wonderful to know that our driver and guide made a good impression and took good care of you throughout the trip, even the little things like having water ready can make a big difference!
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another amazing experience in the future 🌴
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team
Koh Samui, Thailand
Kirsty_S, Apr 2026
Very good value for money, you get to see a lot in the time your on the trip. Guides was polite and very accommodating. Nice cold drinks offered to us, no pressure to purchase items when stopping. Was advised we could taste ice cream flavours for free
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much, Kirsty, for your lovely 5-star review! 🌟
We’re delighted to hear you found the tour great value and enjoyed seeing so much during the day. It’s wonderful to know our guides made you feel comfortable and well looked after, and that you appreciated the refreshments and the relaxed, no-pressure experience at the stops.
We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again on another wonderful adventure in Koh Samui!
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team
Koh Samui, Thailand
Deborah_I, Apr 2026
Well organised and perfect amount of time at each site. Tour guides were knowledgeable and very helpful especially taking photos as a solo traveller.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you very much for your lovely 5-star review!
We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the tour and found it well-organised, with just the right amount of time at each stop. It’s wonderful to know our guides made you feel comfortable, especially as a solo traveller, and helped capture those special moments with photos.
We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again on another adventure in Koh Samui!
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team
Koh Samui, Thailand
Julia_S, Apr 2026
The guide was really nice and explained a lot about the places. The tour was really fun and I can totally recommend it!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your kind 5-star review! We’re really glad you had fun on the tour and enjoyed the guide’s explanations. It means a lot to us that you’d recommend it, hope to see you again next time in Samui! 😊
Best regards,
Tony & Team
Backpacker Samui Travel
Koh Samui, Thailand
Stephen_S, Apr 2026
Great way to tour the island. Saw many beautiful temples, scenic overlooks, countryside, waterfall, elephants, rock formations, mountains. Good guide, air conditioned van, water supplied.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed discovering Koh Samui’s highlights and that the tour was worth the money. Great to know you were comfortable with the guide, van, and service throughout. Hope to see you again soon!
Best regards,
Tony & Team
Backpacker Samui Travel
Koh Samui, Thailand
David_H, Mar 2026
A great way to see the island with a well spoken English speaking tour guide. His name was Arm. It was good value too.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed exploring the island and found it great value. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words to Arm, he’ll be very happy to hear that!
Best regards,
Tony & Team
Backpacker Samui Travel
Koh Samui, Thailand
Colin_L, Mar 2026
Just what we wanted a half day tour of some of the islands attractions. Comfortable aircon minibus. Well spoken guide . Good price.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hi Colin,
Thank you so much for your lovely 5-star review!
We’re really glad to hear the tour was just what you were looking for and that you enjoyed the comfortable air-conditioned minibus, knowledgeable guide, and overall value.
We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again on your next visit to Koh Samui!
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team
Koh Samui, Thailand
Jim_W, Mar 2026
So this was a huge disappointment. They sold two full vans and the only seat for the guide was on the “other” van so we had no idea what we were looking at. The stops he spoke for a minute and then we were on our own. Basically it was a tour with no guide. Just us driving around getting much out of it.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback, and we’re truly sorry to hear about your disappointing experience.
Normally, our guide meets all guests at every stop and provides explanations for each location, even when there are multiple vans. We sincerely apologize that this did not happen properly during your tour, and we understand how this made the experience feel like it lacked guidance.
This is not the standard we aim to deliver, and we will review this case with our team to ensure better coordination and clearer communication at each stop moving forward.
We truly appreciate your comments as they help us improve, and we hope to have the chance to provide you with a much better experience in the future.
Kevin_W, Mar 2026
The driver was great. He did a good job of providing us with cold water and kept the van running so the AC was always cold when we got in the van. The stops were a good assortment. The tour guide, Nikki had great energy and enthusiasm. She tried to give great information at every stop. The major problem is that this is not a small group tour. There was only one tour guide for 5 vans worth of customers. A total of 47 people. The logistics of getting everyone to the same place at relatively the same time was crazy. The single guide and the drivers did their best. Also know that this is not a “half day” tour. You will get picked up before 9 and dropped back at your hotel after 3 pm. - without any real lunch stop.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hi Kevin,
Thank you for your detailed feedback, we really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the driver’s care, the comfortable van, and Nikki’s energy and enthusiasm. Your kind words mean a lot to our team.
At the same time, we sincerely apologize that the group size and logistics did not meet your expectations. You are absolutely right, this program is a standard group tour (not a small group), and we understand how the number of guests can impact the overall experience. Your comments are very valuable, and we will review how we can improve coordination and clarity in our tour description.
Regarding the duration, we will also make sure the “half-day” wording is clearer, as the tour typically runs from morning until mid-afternoon, and we will better highlight the schedule and meal arrangements.
Thank you again for your honest feedback, it helps us improve and serve our guests better.
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team
Koh Samui, Thailand
Emily_P, Mar 2026
This was fabulous
Wan the tour guide was extremely passionate about her work and very knowledgeable
Highly recommended
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much, Emily, for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had a perfect experience on the Koh Samui Sightseeing Tour Around The Island.
Wan will be so happy to hear your kind words, her passion and knowledge truly make the tour special. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again in Koh Samui.
Best regards, Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team Koh Samui, Thailand
Brian_Z, Mar 2026
The main places to visit are temples. If you like to visit those temples, you should join this tour.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your review! We’re glad you enjoyed visiting the main temples around Koh Samui. These cultural and spiritual landmarks are an important part of the island, and we’re happy the tour gave you a chance to see them. We hope you had a great time exploring with us.
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team
Koh Samui, Thailand
Mark_K, Mar 2026
Arm was fantastic.
Very knowledgeable of the area his English was very good and easy to understand.
Was on time.
Thanks
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Dear Mark,
Thank you very much for your 5-star review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Koh Samui Sightseeing Tour and that Arm made the experience even more special for you.
We’re very happy to know that you found him knowledgeable, easy to understand, and punctual. We will be sure to pass your kind words on to Arm – he will be very pleased to hear your feedback.
Thank you again for choosing to explore Koh Samui with us, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Best regards, Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team Koh Samui, Thailand
Kerry_M, Mar 2026
If you want to see the temples and scenic viewpoints in a few hours, then this is the tour for you. The tour was well organised with courteous bus drivers and a friendly guide and it was well priced with hotel pick-up and drop off.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you very much for your wonderful 5-star review, Kerry!
We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the island tour and that the itinerary allowed you to see the temples and scenic viewpoints comfortably in a few hours. It’s also great to know you appreciated the organization, friendly guide, and our driver team.
We hope to welcome you again on another tour in Koh Samui!
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team
Koh Samui, Thailand
pinky, Mar 2026
5 hour tour of some of the attractions on Ko Samui, picked up on time, small group of 7 people with guide & driver. Enough time at each location without being too much. Guide was very helpful and provided information and took photos of us. Minibus was clean with working seat belts. Driver drove safely.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you very much for your 5-star review!
We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the island tour and that the small group size allowed you to comfortably visit the attractions. It’s great to know our guide and driver helped make the experience enjoyable and safe for you.
We hope to welcome you again on another tour in Koh Samui!
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team
Joellen_H, Mar 2026
Going in the early morning is best,
There is one guide and 2 bus drivers, the guide hops between the two, then at a strong point you are all together.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We’re glad you enjoyed the early start and how our guide coordinated with the drivers to keep everyone together.
Happy you had a great time exploring Koh Samui!
Warm regards,
Tony & Team
Backpacker Samui Travel
david_L, Feb 2026
A variety of well known sights are visited with enough time at each place so we didn’t feel rushed. The driver is well versed with traffic patterns so one can enjoy just watching the sights go by or converse with fellow riders.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed a relaxed and unhurried day exploring the island. Giving our guests enough time at each stop is really important to us, so we’re glad you didn’t feel rushed.
Big thanks as well for your kind words about our driver — knowing the local traffic and routes helps make the journey smoother and more enjoyable for everyone.
We hope you had a fantastic time discovering Koh Samui, and we’d love to welcome you back for another tour in the future! 🌴🚐
Kind regards,
Tony & Team
Backpacker Samui Travel, Koh Samui, Thailand
Elizabeth_K, Feb 2026
On time and good air conditioning in minibus.
Guide was knowledgeable and helpful. Plenty of water available.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you very much for your lovely review of our Koh Samui Sightseeing Tour Around The Island in Koh Samui.
We’re very happy to hear that everything ran on time and that you were comfortable with the air conditioning in the minibus, especially in Thailand’s warm weather 😊 It’s also wonderful to know that you found the guide knowledgeable and helpful, and that the drinking water provided added to your comfort throughout the day.
We truly appreciate you choosing to explore the island with us and hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team
Koh Samui, Thailand
Kerry_L, Feb 2026
Great and easy way to see and learn about the sites on the Island and great value too. Guide was fabulous and very informative.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
We’re delighted to hear that you found the tour a great and easy way to explore and learn about Koh Samui. It’s especially nice to know that you felt it was great value and that our guide made the experience even more enjoyable with informative and engaging explanations.
Your kind words truly mean a lot to our team, and we hope to welcome you back to Koh Samui again in the future for another memorable experience.
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team
Koh Samui, Thailand
Kevin_C, Feb 2026
If you want a drive around the island and see some great sights for half a day. You can’t go wrong. Drivers were great as were the very informative guides.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you very much for your wonderful 5-star review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the half-day tour and had a great time exploring the island’s highlights. It’s fantastic to know our drivers and informative guides helped make the experience even better. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you again in Koh Samui! 🌴😊
Best regards,
Tony & the Backpacker Samui Travel Team
Koh Samui, Thailand
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