Surat Thani Province Trip Overview
• Tours are fully customizable, meaning you are able to spend as much time at each attraction as you wish
• Our Semi-Private excursions are intimate tours – with each group on a private air-conditioned minivan and maximum 3 minivans lead by our tour guide
• We do our best to follow times and routes that are designed to stay away from large groups of tourists so our guests can discover Koh Samui and its surroundings intimately at a relaxed pace.
• Tours are led by local licensed guides with the highest safety standards on Koh Samui
• We are committed to getting you back to the cruise ship pier at the time you specified
• On our semi-private option, our driver would be able to accommodate your request subject to guidance by our guide who will be responsible for the entire 3 minivans. We found that this arrangement provides a good level of service where the guide can explain the point of interest as well as provide information about Thai culture and practice of the day.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 to 6 hours
Starts: Surat Thani Province, Thailand
Trip Category: Tours & Sightseeing >> Bus & Minivan Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Surat Thani Province, Surat Thani Province, Thailand
• Tours are fully customizable, meaning you are able to spend as much time at each attraction as you wish
• Our Semi-Private excursions are intimate tours – with each group on a private air-conditioned minivan and maximum 3 minivans lead by our tour guide
• We do our best to follow times and routes that are designed to stay away from large groups of tourists so our guests can discover Koh Samui and its surroundings intimately at a relaxed pace.
• Tours are led by local licensed guides with the highest safety standards on Koh Samui
• We are committed to getting you back to the cruise ship pier at the time you specified
• On our semi-private option, our driver would be able to accommodate your request subject to guidance by our guide who will be responsible for the entire 3 minivans. We found that this arrangement provides a good level of service where the guide can explain the point of interest as well as provide information about Thai culture and practice of the day.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Nathon Pier, Ko Samui District, Ang Thong Thailand
Our staff will welcome you to Koh Samui upon your arrival at the cruise-ship pier.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Hin Ta & Hin Yai Rocks, 126/92 Moo 3 Thailand
Our first destination is the very famous rock formation of Hin Ta & Hin Yai (Grandfather and Grandmother), located at the idyllic Emerald Sea. Ask our guide about the Thai legend of this extraordinary rock formation.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Guan-Yu Koh Samui Shrine, 190/1 Moo 1, Maret 84310 Thailand
Next, we will visit the Guan Yu shrine featuring a massive copy of Guan Yu`s head. The sculpture has a red face, which seems to radiate anger, and sits like an avenging force above the shrine complex. Guan Yu played a big role during the civil war that led to the demise of the Han Dynasty.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Na Muang Waterfall, Na Mueang, 84140 Thailand
Then we will go for a jungle walk along a dense jungle path which leads to Namuang Waterfall. You will be able to enjoy the beautiful cascade and surroundings or swim in the natural pools.
Around noon we will stop for lunch so you can enjoy good Thai food next to the waterfalls.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Wat Khunaram (Mummified Monk), Thailand
After a short drive, you will arrive at the Mummified Monk Temple, another amazing and unique attraction of Koh Samui. Again, ask our guide about the story of this historic temple!
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Koh Samui Handicraft, 9°28’48.0″N 99°57’20., ถนนวิริยะ 1 ตำบล ลิปะน้อย อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84140, Thailand
We will visit Samui’s “One Tambon One Product” cottage factory where coconut carved furniture is created. Here, you’ll see workers using simple traditional tools to make the wonderful coconut dishes. Standing out front is still the original factory that supplies all other souvenir shops across the island.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Lipa Noi Beach, Lipa Noi Thailand
If time allows, we will stop at Maenam or Lipa Noi beach for a final look at Samui´s amazing beaches. On the way back to the pier, you may stop for shopping at the local market in Nathong, the town next to the pier. Here you can find local foods and flavors, as well as many different shopping options before finally returning to the pier to board your cruise ship.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Nathon Pier, Ko Samui District, Ang Thong Thailand
On the way back to the pier, you may stop for shopping at the local market at Nathon town, where you will see intriguing produce, an array of strong smells, remarkable sights and exotic flavors in a surprisingly small roofed area.
Duration: 15 minutes
