A private border run is the same idea as a standard border run — an exit and re-entry at a land border checkpoint to renew your permission to stay — but done on your own terms. Instead of joining a scheduled group trip, you travel privately, with your own driver and coordinator, in a premium SUV (Toyota Fortuner class).
This suits clients who value their time and comfort, travel with family or a small group of friends, or simply have a situation that doesn’t fit neatly into a group schedule. You choose the date and the departure time, we handle the rest.
How it works
- You tell us your dates. Message us with your nationality, current visa or stamp and preferred day — we confirm the trip is right for your situation before anything else.
- You set the schedule. We agree on a departure time that works for you, not the other way around.
- Door-to-door pickup. Your driver collects you directly from your villa, hotel or condo on Koh Samui.
- Private crossing. You travel by SUV and ferry with your own coordinator, who manages the border formalities alongside you — no group queue, no waiting on other travellers.
- Return home. You’re brought back to your door the same day, with a fresh entry stamp in your passport.
What’s included
- A private premium SUV for the whole trip, not shared with other clients
- Door-to-door pickup and drop-off on Koh Samui
- Ferry tickets and all transfers
- A dedicated coordinator who handles the border paperwork with you
- Flexible departure time on the day you choose
What you’ll need
- A passport valid for at least 6 months with free pages
- Documents depending on your nationality and entry history — we confirm the exact list when you book
- Onward travel details or bookings, if required for your nationality
Good to know
Thai entry rules change often, and land-border entries are limited for many nationalities. We check your specific case before confirming the trip — if a border run isn’t the right fit, we’ll tell you honestly and suggest an alternative. A private trip costs more than a seat on a group border run, and it’s the better choice when you need a specific date, a calmer pace or extra privacy.
Contact us with your preferred dates and we’ll confirm availability and current rates for a private SUV trip.