Famous Temples of Samui
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Puerto
Nathon (Koh Samui), Tailandia
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Nivel de actividad
Moderate
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Tipo de excursión
All
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Accesible para personas en silla de ruedas
No
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A partir de
$149
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Edad mínima
Information Not Currently Available
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Duración
Approximately 5½ Hours
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Comidas incluidas
Meals included
Board an air-conditioned motorcoach and embark on a drive that takes you through the tropical countryside. You'll drive through Hua Thanon — a traditional fishing village set amid a paradise of green trees, golden sand and glistening ocean. Snap the photogenic beauty of the place and potentially the fishermen's Kor Lae boats, ornately painted in bright colors.
Nearby, you'll also enjoy the beauty of Plai Laem Temple. Once part of the Big Buddha Temple, Wat Plai Laem is home to a superb statue of Kwan Yin (or Guanjin), the 18-armed Buddhist avatar of Mercy, and to a massive, vibrantly-colored Smiling Buddha. The temple is also famous for the hundreds of big fish that live in the lake. Take time out to feed them — food is available at the temple for a small donation.
Towering, golden, and featuring a benign smile, a 39-foot-tall golden Buddha welcomes you as you visit one of the island's most popular spots — the Big Buddha Temple. Situated on the northeastern tip of the island, it has become a major meditation center for locals and visitors alike. Climb the stairs to the viewing platform to take in superb vistas of the northern coast — a perfect photo opportunity. Browse among the local handicraft stalls located within the temple complex to search out souvenirs and gifts.
Take a break to indulge in a delicious international buffet lunch at a beach resort set along a pristine stretch of white sand.
Notes:
Terrain includes 82 steps to visit the Phra Yai (Big Buddha). Modest attire is required to visit the temple complex: knees must be covered and you must remove your shoes. Minimum age is 6 years. Tour sequence may vary. Limited tourism infrastructure is part of the charm here; you are trading breadth of guide experience for authentic interaction. Please bring your spirit of adventure and bear with any language difficulties or operational surprises that may crop up. Transportation provided may be basic and may not meet the standards found in other ports. Participants must be in good physical condition; please realistically assess your fitness and ability before booking, as the weather can be extremely hot.