Samui is not just an island in the Gulf of Thailand with beaches and open sea. It's full of interesting sites and attractions with a rich history. So when you visit, make sure you book a sightseeing tour to get in the spirit of the island.
Samui Sightseeing Tour
This is a bus tour with a personal guide, as you will have a long distance to explore.
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Through the tour, you will explore the most hidden corners of Samui, as well as see many new vacation spots. By using the service, you will not only enjoy the views of the island, but also hear many funny stories about this or that place. Feel free to ask the guide questions. Be active.
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There are also separate sightseeing itineraries for extreme enthusiasts.
Where to buy: You can book a tour program at a travel agency, choosing a morning and afternoon itinerary.
Times of Conduct: They start at 09:30 and 11:30 hours respectively.
Duration: The bus tour lasts 4-6 hours with shopping in Nathon.
Cost of the Bus Tour
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The cost of a 6-hour tour for an adult is 450 THB, for a child, you have to pay 350 THB.
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For a 4-hour island familiarization tour, you have to pay 400/300 THB (adult/child ticket).
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A group of tourists will have to pay 1500 THB for a guide.
The price of the sightseeing tour includes:
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Transfer;
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Guide services (more often English-speaking, but if you're lucky, Russian-speaking);
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Insurance;
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Seven sightseeing tours at attractions and shopping in Nathon.
Important! Meals are not included in the price. You eat at your own expense.
Tour of Samui's Famous Attractions
We tell you about the best places to visit in the resort.
Wat Plai Laem
The famous temple complex consists of interesting structures. One of them is the Chinese or "Fat" Buddha, a statue of the Chinese multi-armed goddess. On its territory, there is a small pond with fish and boats that you can ride, colorful sculptures. You will not only admire the views but also take tons of photos to remember.
Overlooking Ground
White sandy Chaweng Beach, beautiful natural panoramas, turquoise sea... You can see the whole view from the observation deck. It's all in the palm of your hand.
Big Buddha or Golden Buddha
The huge 12-meter 12-meter Big Buddha statue is the most famous landmark in Samui. It is located on a small, separate island that is separated by a short isthmus.
To climb up to the Big Buddha statue, you have to climb 73 steps. It offers a beautiful view of Maenam Beach and neighboring Pangan Island.
Monkey Show
What sightseeing tour is complete without a monkey show? You will be able to see how they collect coconuts from palm trees, and specially trained animals will demonstrate their ability to throw them from the tree. So pay attention and watch your heads.
Plus, guests are treated to coconut pulp and offered to take memorable photos with the cute monkeys.
Grandma and Grandpa Rocks
To be on Samui and not visit two of the most popular stones on the island is comparable to a crime. The Grandma and Grandpa stones are located on Lamai Beach. They resemble male and female genitals.
According to legend, once, during a violent storm, a couple in love died in the sea. And the stone blocks became a kind of symbol of their eternal love. Thais love this place and are proud of their landmark as the only one in the world. There are many tents and stalls with food, drinks, and souvenirs nearby.
Mummified Monk
On the grounds of a small temple is a statue of a mummified monk - Buddhist Loung Pordaeng. He was once an abbot at Wat Kunaram temple. In 1944, he took up the practice of meditation, to which he devoted 20 years of his life. During this time, the Buddhist gathered a large number of followers.
At the age of 79, Loung Pordaeng foresaw his death: he died in 1973. His body was preserved by mummification in a meditation pose. This landmark has become a symbol for those who choose to devote themselves to the study of the practice of Buddhism.
Interesting! At the temple, you can make a wish and a monk will tie a string on your hand for you to make it come true.
Naton Town
The capital of Samui, Nathon, is a great place to shop and buy whatever you want:
clothing;
shoes;
fruit;
Souvenirs;
seafood.
It's also the oldest and largest port city on the island. Boats to the mainland and other islands run from it.
Namuang Waterfall
The waterfall is comprised of two levels. The path to the first level can be traversed in just a couple of minutes. But to reach the second one, you have to walk through the jungle or ride an elephant for a fee.
Once in this part of Thailand, be sure to take a sightseeing tour of Samui. A sea of emotions, impressions, and colorful photos is guaranteed!
