Top Chiang Mai Bus Tours

Immerse yourself in nature and culture in northern Thailand on this full-day small-group tour to Doi Inthanon National Park. Hike the park’s trails, see lush waterfalls and the tallest point in Thailand, and visit the King and Queen Pagodas. Afterwards, visit the Hmong and Karen hill tribe village at Baan Klang Luang. Entrance fees extra, though lunch is included.

Cuisine can tell you a lot about a place. Take this food-focused tour and taste first-hand how the region’s plant life and history have shaped its food. Your tour takes you to 15 different tucked-away restaurants and street-stalls that few travellers make the time to try on their first visit to Chiang Mai. Treat your taste buds to a night tour of Chiang Mai on this private trip.  Make sure you come hungry.

Chiang Rai is famed for its temples, including the spectacular White Temple. The city is roughly a 3.5-hour drive from Chiang Mai so a day trip by public transportation is tricky, but this bus tour makes it easy. An official guide ensures you don’t miss a single detail of the temples. Plus, enjoy a soak in some hot springs and visit a “longneck” village (entrance at your own expense).

Those looking for an experience that combines nature with culture can enjoy this small-group tour to the Doi Suthep Temple and Wat Pha Lat in Chiang Mai. Hike to Wat Pha Lat, nestled within a lush forest, and discover its serene ambience and captivating statues. Then, make a trip to see the splendor of Doi Suthep Temple, adorned in shimmering gold. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience, though entrance fees are extra.

Visit the magnificent temples of Chiang Rai on a full-day, private-tour from Chiang Mai to a series of iconic Buddhist sites. Enjoy the flexibility of a private driver/guide throughout the day as you visit Wat Sang Kaew Photiyarn, Wat Rong Khun, Wat Huai Pla Kung, and more, with a break for lunch in a local restaurant. This 13-hour temple tour from Chiang Mai includes pickup and drop-off at city hotels, lunch, and entrance fees, and it’s a fun, personal way to explore the sites of northern Thailand.

With this full-day tour from Chiang Mai, you can check off Chiang Rai’s top landmarks with ease. Save hours of research time, and benefit from having a full itinerary organized for you. As you ride between sites in an air-conditioned vehicle, enjoy stops at the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), the Baan Dam Museum, the Blue Temple (Wat Rong Seur Ten), and The Black House.

Spend a day exploring Chiang Rai and its surroundings with this full-day tour from Chiang Mai. You'll visit the city's iconic White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), the Blue Temple (Wat Rong Seur Ten), and the Baan Dam Museum. Upgrade to include a visit to a Karen community. Hotel pickup and round-trip transfers are included for your convenience.

Getting to Doi Inthanon, the tallest mountain in Thailand, from Chiang Mai can be a hassle, and so can navigating the national park once you are there. This tour includes hotel pickup and takes care of the details so you experience a variety of what Northern Thailand has to offer. Your guide also takes you to a waterfall, a hill tribe village, and more for a well-rounded experience.

Discover the thrill of climbing up a waterfall with naturally grippy rocks on this half-day trip to Bua Tong sticky waterfall. To ensure you get there with ease—travel in an air-conditioned vehicle is included. Then enjoy the thrill of exploring a stunning Chiang Mai nature spot that offers lots of spectacular photo opportunities.

Thailand’s second city, Chiang Mai was once capital of an independent kingdom—and its temples and architecture display that. Get a handle on the city’s rich heritage on this time-saving door-to-door tour. You’ll see the Tha Phae Gate, medieval Wat Chedi Luang, and Wat Pha Lat, built beside a stream, while savoring city views from mountain-top Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. Travel in a small group, or upgrade for a private tour.

Explore the natural beauty around Chiang Mai without worrying about transport on this small-group tour. Visit the flowers and waterfalls of Dantewada (Angel Land), the striking Blue Temple, and climb the unique Bua Tong Sticky Waterfall, all while your guide and driver handle logistics. Enjoy a local Thai lunch during the tour. Spend time at each site at your own pace before moving comfortably to the next stop.

Save time and discover natural wonders and taste great food on the same trip with this exciting combination of a Doi Suthep temple visit and a street food market tour. Having transportation included helps you avoid the hassle of waiting for local buses. Also, having a guide to navigate means you can discover places you might miss otherwise, and without the language barriers, such as small street food market stalls.

If you’re short on time in Chiang Mai but want to experience all the area has to offer, this convenient tour lets you enjoy three distinct experiences. Observe elephants up close in their natural habitat at the Living Green Elephant Sanctuary, visit Doi Inthanon National Park, home to the highest mountain in Thailand, and hike along the Pha Dok Saew trail to see a gorgeous waterfall.

This small-group tour is a convenient way to tick off three examples of magnificent architecture in a day without having to look up public transport schedules. Zip around the city in an air-conditioned van or car and see Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, and Wat Pha Lat temples—with admission included to save you time waiting in ticket lines. Upgrade to a private tour that also includes a visit to the Chiang Mai Night Market.

Beat the crowds and see a spectacular sunrise from one of Chiang Mai’s highest points during an early-morning tour to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. This unique tour offers you the chance to experience an alms-giving ceremony in the early morning and explore the famous temple without daytime crowds. Plus, a former-monk guide provides insight into Thai culture and the Buddhist religion.

Head out to Doi Inthanon National Park for a 2-hour trekking tour with a professional guide by your side. You'll hike the fantastic nature trail around 2 hours. You'll also stop by the Phra Maha Dhatu Naphamethinidon and Naphaphonphumisiri Pagodas, at the top of Thailand's highest peak. You'll visit a Karen village and a Hmong market. Lunch and round-trip hotel transfers are included.

Discover the architectural wonders of Chiang Rai with a full-day tour featuring the iconic White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), the majestic Red Temple (Wat Huay Pla Kang), and the stunning Blue Temple (Wat Rong Seur Ten). You’ll also stop briefly at a natural hot spring and have the option to visit the Long Neck Karen Village, where you can learn about the traditions of this unique hilltribe — and meet other ethnic groups in the area. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide who will share stories and cultural insights at each stop. All entrance fees are included, along with lunch, bottled water, and fresh seasonal fruits. Round-trip hotel transfers are also provided, making this a convenient way to explore Chiang Rai in one day. Full-day tour to Chiang Rai from Chiang Mai, approximately 12 hours Visit the famous White Temple, Red Temple, and Blue Temple Lunch included along with bottled water and fresh fruits All tickets included

The Wat Pha Lat Monk’s Trail is a mellow forest hike on the slopes of Doi Suthep. Experience it without worrying about transportation or getting lost on this small-group adventure with a guide to help you navigate the mossy temple. After exploring Wat Pha Lat, transfer up the mountain to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. Entrance fees for both temples and the cable car are not included.

There’s so much to see and do in Chiang Rai that it can sometimes be tricky as a visitor to make a shortlist. Save time scrolling through reviews and let someone else plan the itinerary for you with this full-day tour. Check off multiple temples—including the Red, White, and Blue Temples—enjoy an optional visit to the Long Neck Karen Village, and also have time to relax in a hot spring—a perfect blend of architecture, culture, and nature.

Don’t follow an itinerary that doesn’t take your interests into account—see Chiang Mai your way with a private, English-speaking driver who’ll take you to the attractions that most appeal to you. Rather than navigating public transport or missing out on scenery as you look at maps, you’ll be able to soak up the stunning countryside of northern Thailand in the air-conditioned comfort of your private vehicle.

Skip the taxi hassles and embrace the soul of northern Thailand on this small-group tour. Exploring with a guide for a more enriching experience, learn about Buddhism at Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, the golden temple that’s a Chiang Mai symbol, then immerse in Hmong culture at Doi Pui Hmong Hill Tribe Village. Tour includes door-to-door round-trip hotel transfers from central hotels and is limited to nine people for a more personal experience.

Once the sun sets, Chiang Mai takes on a completely different character. See the city magically illuminated on an evening tour that reveals two of Chiang Mai’s most-popular temples—Wat Umong and Wat Phra That Doi Suthep—at night. Visiting the temples at night means that you’ll benefit from cooler temperatures and less crowds.

Combine a visit to Doi Suteph with a tour to a Hmong village on this group excursion. Start with an included cable car trip to the top of Doi Suthep to take in city views and explore one of Thailand's most important temples. Continue to a Hmong village to learn about the local way of life of this hill tribe.