Why go? Koh Samui blends palm-fringed beaches with rich Thai culture, offering relaxed island living, wellness experiences and lively food scenes, all set against lush interiors and warm tropical waters.
The ultimate arrival: Visit Asian arts and culture capitals on Viking's 13-day Bali, Bangkok & Beyond voyage, from Bangkok to Bali or vice versa.
Destination highlights: Palm-lined Chaweng and Lamai beaches set the scene, while the hilltop Big Buddha at Wat Phra Yai and the ornate Wat Plai Laem temple complex reflect the island's spiritual side. In Bophut, Fisherman's Village offers a charming coastal hub, and inland waterfalls such as Na Muang reveal Koh Samui's greener interior.
Do not miss: A boat trip to Ang Thong National Marine Park, where towering limestone islands, hidden lagoons and quiet beaches showcase a more dramatic side of the Gulf of Thailand.