Top Chiang Mai Bus Tours

Discover Chiang Mai's delights: Enjoy cooking tasty Thai dishes at Team Aim Cooking School, hang out with friendly elephants at Joy Elephant Sanctuary. Perfect for foodies, animal lovers, and adventure seekers! • Visit the local market to handpick the ingredients for the cooking session, then meet your cooking class teacher with 10 years of experience, who will lead you to cook authentic Thai dishes (Vegan & Vegetarian options available) • Continue your adventure to Joy Elephant Sanctuary: Dive into our responsible tourism with Elephant Observation programs! • Fun Interactions: Change into traditional Karen clothing, Learn, prepare elephants food and observe our gentle giants on their completely natural behavior. • Elephant Paradise: Refresh yourself with herbal tea and take a break at the waterfall, located in lush forests and surrounded by serene rivers. • Engaging to the core of the culture: Learn how to craft your own Thai cultural handmade souvenir as a memorable gift

Head up to Doi Inthanon National Park, home to Thailand’s highest peak, with this guided small-group trekking and cultural tour. You'll visit area highlights such as Wachirathan Falls, the King and Queen Chedis (pagodas), and a local coffee roasting facility, with a stop for an included lunch along the way.

Explore Chiang Mai at night with a private local host who shares highlights and hidden gems including temples and night markets. You can personalize your itinerary according to what interests you most—whether you want to sample street food, shop for souvenirs, or admire temples when they're illumated by night. Throughout, you'll be able to connect with your local host in a way that large group tours wouldn't allow.

This small-group tour makes it easy to explore some of Chiang Mai’s dispersed outdoor highlights in one day. Hotel pickup is included, which saves time going to a meeting place, and the route includes Doi Inthanon Elephant Sanctuary and Mae Sa Pok Waterfall, where a river rafting experience awaits. As an extra perk, lunch is included along the way, so you don’t have to worry about hunger pangs.

Check out the history, culture, and beauty of Chiang Mai when you book this private half-day tour of the Old Town, including lots of gorgeous temples. Your guide and driver will collect you from your hotel for an easy start, and then you’ll start exploring. Ride comfortably between temples in your air-conditioned vehicle, and go at your own pace today.

Go in-depth with Northern Thai cuisine on this food-focused tour through Thanin Market in Chiang Mai. Your guide will take you to food shops and restaurants that you may not otherwise find on your own, and you'll be encouraged to try dishes ranging far beyond the standard Pad Thai. Ride in a traditional rod deang truck through the local market to taste dishes such as khao soi, traditional Thai ice cream, and papaya salad.

Join us for an unforgettable journey to Doi Suthep and experience Chiang Mai like a local! Flexible Departure Times – We offer five time slots throughout the day, so you can choose the session that best suits your schedule. Step into the heart of Chiang Mai’s spiritual and cultural heritage on this Doi Suthep Temple Tour. Travel like a local in a traditional red Songthaew, the city’s signature shared taxi, as you ascend the lush mountainside to visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, one of Thailand’s most sacred and awe-inspiring temples. This short yet immersive 3-hour tour is perfect for travelers looking for a meaningful experience without taking up the whole day. IMPORTANT: This tour is operated with a typical Thai “songthaew”, offering an authentic local travel experience. A songthaew is a converted pick-up truck with two benches in the back, open sides, and no air-conditioning. It’s the most common way for locals to get around in cities like Chiang Mai.

Escape the crowds and heat of the day, and see Chiang Mai at its most atmospheric, on this guided group tour at night. 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, with a guide to provide enriching commentary.

Visit three Buddhist temples around Chiang Mai, including Wat Doi Suthep—one of northern Thailand’s most important temples—on this private half-day tour. Your guide shows you the lesser known Wat Umong and Palad Temple (Wat Pha Lat), then continues to Wat Doi Suthep where you can hear monks chanting and watch the sun set over Chiang Mai. You also have the option to practice meditation at Wat Umong.

Skip the crowds and explore the four temples of Chiang Rai at your own pace with this private tour. Discover the iconic White Temple, the vibrant Blue Temple, the 9-floor Wat Huay Pla Kang, and the intricately decorated Wat Sang Kaew Phothiyan. Combine your temple visit with your choice of the historic Golden Triangle, Lalitta Café, or a tea plantation for a varied experience.

Visit Doi Inthanon National Park, home to Thailand's highest mountain, on this day trip from Chiang Mai. Stop for photo ops at the peak, check out Ang Ka Nature Trail to enjoy the area's lush landscape, visit the Twin Pagodas, see the Wachirathan Waterfall, visit the Karen Hill Tribe village and more. Lunch, entrance fees, and hotel transport are included. Private option is available.

This small-group tour offers a unique opportunity to feed, walk with, and learn about Thailand’s majestic elephants at an ethical elephant sanctuary — ensuring their well-being with no riding and no chains. Afterwards, gear up for an exhilarating white water rafting adventure on the scenic Mae Taeng River, perfect for both beginners and experienced rafters. Between adventures, enjoy a delicious Thai meal at a local family-run restaurant, supporting the community, with vegetarian options available. This day is the perfect blend of wildlife encounter, outdoor excitement, and sustainable tourism in Chiang Mai. Ethical elephant interaction: feed, walk, and learn — no riding, no chains Thrilling white water rafting on the Mae Taeng River Lunch at a local family-run restaurant — vegetarian options available Small-group experience with convenient round-trip transport from Chiang Mai

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.

Taste your way around Chiang Mai, on this half-day foodie tour. Whether you’re looking to start the day off right or bring your day in Chiang Mai to a close, this tour combines an authentic glimpse into local culinary culture with the chance to try delicious local specialties. From mango sticky rice to tapioca dumplings, this tour highlights a side of Thai cuisine that’s often absent from menus outside of the country.

Spend a day exploring Chiang Rai and its landmarks with this full-day tour from Chiang Mai. Visit the city's famous White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), the vivid Blue Temple (Wat Rong Seur Ten), and either the Black House or the colorful Red Temple. Upgrade to include a visit to a Long Neck Karen community.

Have a three-adventure day when you join this group tour from Chiang Mai. You’ll get to spend time at the elephant sanctuary, go for a jungle trek, and raft on the rapids and smooth waters through the rainforest. You’ll keep costs down by booking this group tour, but still have plenty of attention from your guides, and plenty of opportunities for fun.

Depart Chiang Mai for a day tour blending cultural insight, history, and natural beauty. Explore the vibrant temples of Chiang Rai including the White Temple and Blue Temple. Visit the unique Long Neck Karen tribe, and finally enjoy a scenic cruise at the historic Golden Triangle. -Explore the iconic White Temple and Blue Temple in Chiang Rai. -Visit the unique Long Neck Karen Village. -Enjoy a scenic boat trip at the Golden Triangle. -Travel comfortably with hotel pickup and drop-off. Why Travelers Choose This Tour A comprehensive blend of culture, history, and natural beauty.

Engage with rescued elephants at E-Co Adventure Elephant Camp and explore a hidden jungle waterfall in Chiang Mai. This eco-adventure offers a chance to hand-feed gentle giants and walk alongside them in their natural habitat. After enjoying a delicious Thai lunch, dive into a secluded waterfall for a refreshing swim or glide down natural rock slides shaped by the flowing water. With round-trip transport included, this tour promises a unique blend of wildlife encounters and fun in nature without compromising ethical standards. - Discover rescued elephants in an ethical, no-riding camp - Hand-feed and walk with elephants amidst lush jungle trails - Swim and unwind at a hidden waterfall, exclusive to locals -Enjoy a delicious Thai lunch or dinner with a vegetarian option available, supporting a local village restaurant.

Don’t worry if you’ve only got limited time to visit Chiang Rai; this time-saving tour from Chiang Mai helps you tick off multiple temples and local highlights in a day. Discover Rong Khun Temple (also known as the White Temple); see the Golden Triangle—where the borders of Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand meet; enjoy a boat trip, and visit the Karen Long Neck Hill Tribe too, with lunch included to save you the hassle of bringing food with you.

With literally hundreds of temples to choose from, you could spend weeks exploring Chiang Mai. Cut to the chase in just a morning (or an afternoon) on this guided door-to-door tour of three signature temples. Start at mountaintop Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, with sweeping views across the city; head to 14th-century Wat Suan Dok, with its bell-shaped stupa; finish at Wat Chedi Luang, once home to the Emerald Buddha.

Bag yourself the best views in all of Thailand during a day trip to Do Inthanon National Park, home to the country’s highest mountain. Rather than exhausting yourself reaching the summit on foot, you’ll be driven to the highest point to enjoy a gentle nature walk and panoramic views.

Beat both the midday humidity and the crowds on a private morning tour that reveals Wat Phra That Doi Suthep at its most beautiful, at sunrise. Rather than breaking a sweat making the trek to the top of the mountain, benefit from air-conditioned transport between the summit, the hidden Wat Pha Lat, and the 700-year-old Wat Umong.

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 are not included; the cable car is also not included.

Add some outdoor adventure to your Chiang Mai experience with a small-group or private trekking tour to the caves of Chiang Dao. This complex of five limestone caverns is full of beautiful stalactites and stalagmites, and many double as Buddha shrines, complete with statues and offerings. After your cave visit, head to Namtok Bua Tong-Nam Phu Chet Si National Park for a hike to Buatong Sticky Waterfall before returning to your hotel with included pickup and drop-off.