Samui Home Cooking with Grandma – Private Class from Cruise Ship

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⌛ 4 hours👥 Up to 15 travelers🌐 EN

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Overview

✓When the cruise ship docks at Nathon Pier, the taste of Samui truly begins.
✓A private transfer passes through lush coconut groves to a cozy family-run cooking school led by the island’s beloved Super Grandma, the heart of traditional Thai cuisine.
✓The 4-hour class starts with a guided stroll through Big Buddha Market, exploring herbs, fruits, and spices bursting with local flavor before returning to a tropical kitchen.
✓Four dishes — three savory and one dessert — highlight Samui’s signature ingredient, coconut, and the gentle rhythm of island life.
✓Each bite tells a story of family warmth and authentic Thai culture.

When the cruise ship docks at Nathon Pier, the taste of Samui truly begins. A private transfer passes through lush coconut groves to a cozy family-run cooking school led by the island’s beloved Super Grandma, the heart of traditional Thai cuisine. The 4-hour class starts with a guided stroll through Big Buddha Market, exploring herbs, fruits, and spices bursting with local flavor before returning to a tropical kitchen. Four dishes — three savory and one dessert — highlight Samui’s signature ingredient, coconut, and the gentle rhythm of island life. Each bite tells a story of family warmth and authentic Thai culture. After a relaxing meal, a private ride ensures a smooth, on-time return to the pier. Cook Thai, Learn with Family, and Feel the Coconut Spirit of Samui.

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What’s Included

✓Seasonal Fruit and Soft Drink
✓Roundtrip transfer from Nathon Pier to the cooking school
✓Recipe 4 menus including 1 Local Menu, Dessert

What to Bring

•Public transportation options are available nearby
•This tour is designed for passengers arriving by cruise ship. Timing is adjusted based on ship schedule.
•We guarantee return to port at least 90 minutes before ship departure.
•Recommended for individuals aged 10 years and above.
•Cooking classes are limited to a maximum of 8 participants for a more personal experience.
•Non-cooking guests and children are welcome to join the market tour and lunch for 1,000 THB per person.
•Guests will enjoy a “Learning by Doing” experience guided by Super Grandma and her family.
•The Grandma Recipe will be shared with participants after the class is completed.
•A light breakfast is recommended, as a large meal is served during the class.
•On rare occasions when the tour must be canceled, guests will be informed in advance and offered an alternative date, another tour, or a full refund.

Meeting and Pickup

🚐Hotel pickup included

8 pickup locations available — or request your own hotel

Pickup starts 30 min before departure

Alternatively, pickup is available from Nathon Pier, Koh Samui. Pickup times are about 30 minutes before departure and will be confirmed by email. Please check your inbox and meet the driver 10 minutes before pickup. Late arrival may result in a no-show.