Chaweng Trip Overview
Private sightseeing tour exploring Koh Samui Island’s most popular sightseeing places. Discover the best of this boutique island on a half-day tour that hits all of the most notable attractions of this wonderful island, provided with a knowledgeable and friendly local guide who will offer you plenty of history information & insight about each of attractions.
• Visit the sensational panoramic Chaweng Beach and Thong Takhian Beach views at Lad Koh Viewpoint.
• Pay homage to Guanyin and the Buddha at Wat Plai Laem.
• Visit one of Koh Samui’s most impressive landmarks at Big Buddha Temple.
• Marvel at one of the most beautiful natural wonders of the world, the extraordinary rock formation, “Grandfather’s Grandmother’s Rocks”
• Make merit with powerful Chinese shrine dedicated to Guan Yu at Guan Yu Shrine (Lamai)
• Go for worship Loung Pordaeng at Khunaram Temple (Mummified monk temple).
• Jump into the natural pool for refreshing yourself at this pristine Na Mueang Waterfall.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Starts: Chaweng, Thailand
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Chaweng, Surat Thani Province, Thailand
Private sightseeing tour exploring Koh Samui Island’s most popular sightseeing places. Discover the best of this boutique island on a half-day tour that hits all of the most notable attractions of this wonderful island, provided with a knowledgeable and friendly local guide who will offer you plenty of history information & insight about each of attractions.
• Visit the sensational panoramic Chaweng Beach and Thong Takhian Beach views at Lad Koh Viewpoint.
• Pay homage to Guanyin and the Buddha at Wat Plai Laem.
• Visit one of Koh Samui’s most impressive landmarks at Big Buddha Temple.
• Marvel at one of the most beautiful natural wonders of the world, the extraordinary rock formation, “Grandfather’s Grandmother’s Rocks”
• Make merit with powerful Chinese shrine dedicated to Guan Yu at Guan Yu Shrine (Lamai)
• Go for worship Loung Pordaeng at Khunaram Temple (Mummified monk temple).
• Jump into the natural pool for refreshing yourself at this pristine Na Mueang Waterfall.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Ko Samui, Ko Samui, Surat Thani Province
Highlights of this tour, discover two notable Samui temples: Big Buddha and Wat Khunaram, Hike to the panoramic Lad Koh Viewpoint, refresh yourself in a pristine natural environment at Na Mueang Waterfall and souvenirs shopping at Nathon, a charming vintage town
Around Samui Island Tour gives you a quick overview of the island’s most notable attractions. Visit the Temple of Big Buddha or Wat Phra Yai, one of the most famous Samui landmarks before enjoying the splendid panoramic view to Thong Takhian, Chaweng Beach, and the Gulf of Thailand from the viewpoint at Lad Koh.
You will then Continue to Lamai and stop at the bizarre stone formation of Grandfather’s Grandmother’s Rocks (Hin Ta and Hin Yai). You’ll then head to Khunaram Temple, where the mummified body of a Buddhist monk can be seen. The next attraction is Na Mueang Waterfall for a refreshing dip in the natural pool (season depending), before continuing to Nathon Town for some shopping.
Duration: 5 hours
Stop At: Nathon Beach, Surat Thani 84140, Thailand
Admire the charming vintage Nathon Town and purchase some souvenirs and local handicrafts. Enjoy your lunch at one of the most famous seafood restaurants in Samui with affordable prices at Krua Savoey Seafood Restaurant.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Lad Koh View Point, Bo Put Thailand
Visit the sensational panoramic Chaweng beach and Thong Takhian views at Lad Koh’s viewpoint.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Wat Plai Laem, Near Ban Plai Laem School, Road 4171, Plai Laem, Bophut Thailand
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Big Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Yai), Bophut Thailand
Visit one of Koh Samui’s most impressive landmarks at Big Buddha Temple. Climb the steps for worship the majestic 12 meters tall golden-colored Buddha image and great views. Enjoy your photographing and local souvenirs shopping opportunities.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Hin Ta & Hin Yai Rocks, 126/92 Moo 3 Thailand
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Guan-Yu Koh Samui Shrine, 190/1 Moo 1, Maret 84310 Thailand
Make merit with a powerful Chinese shrine dedicated to Guan Yu at Guan Yu Shrine (Lamai), where has a famous Samui traditional coconut ice cream cafe over there as well.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Wat Khunaram (Mummified Monk), Thailand
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”.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Na Muang Waterfall, Na Mueang, 84140 Thailand
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).
Duration: 30 minutes
