Top Chiang Mai Horseback Riding

Spend the day admiring elephants that have been rescued from terrible conditions during a half-day trip to the Elephant Rescue Center in Chiang Mai. You’ll learn about how the elephants are cared for and what they do on a day-to-day basis, and watch the taking baths in conditions close to their natural habitat.

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.

Hike in Doi Inthanon National Park (entrance extra), visit a waterfall and the highest point in Thailand, stop at a Karen village and a Hmong Market, and see the Twin (King and Queen) Pagodas with this small-group tour from Chiang Mai. You'll explore with a local guide, making stops to take in views, dine on an included lunch of Thai fare. Private tour and longer hike option available.

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.

Get up close and personal with the world’s largest land mammal on a visit to the family-owned Elephant Pride Sanctuary. The elephants here once worked on logging crews to cut down the protected forest, but today they live at leisure. This small-group adventure includes a Thai lunch, water, skip-the-line access, and hotel transfers from Chiang Mai.

Reaching Thailand’s highest peak independently can be challenging, especially with the distances and winding mountain roads. This small-group tour makes it easy to explore Doi Inthanon National Park in one day. Visit scenic waterfalls, take in sweeping mountain views, and learn about the traditions of local Karen communities while discovering the landscapes around Doi Inthanon.

Take in fantastic views over the countryside around Chiang Mai with this sunrise hot air balloon experience. You'll head out to a launchpad outside of town, where you'll board a shared hot air balloon for your 50- to 60-minute morning flight. After you land, you'll join your fellow passengers for a champagne breakfast before returning to your Chiang Mai hotel.

Discover two icons of Lampang on this private day tour from Chiang Mai: a traditional horse carriage ride and famous rooster bowls. Ride through Lampang Old Town to see historic streets, wooden houses, and local shops before visiting Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, an important Lanna temple with wooden halls and a golden chedi. Continue to Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao, featuring Lanna, Burmese, and Shan architecture. Enjoy Northern Thai lunch before exploring Dhanabadee Ceramic Museum to see how rooster bowls are shaped, painted, and fired by local artisans. End at Mae Ta Local Market in Lamphun on the return route to Chiang Mai, where foods, herbs, and forest ingredients reveal the everyday culture, craft, and flavors of northern Thailand.

Discover Lampang in one private day trip from Chiang Mai with ancient temples, a horse carriage ride, Northern Thai lunch, ceramic art, and a local market. Visit Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, one of Thailand’s oldest wooden temples, and admire ancient murals and Lanna architecture. Continue to Wat Phra Kaew Don Tao, once home to the Emerald Buddha, featuring Burmese and Lanna influences. Ride a horse carriage through Lampang Old Town to admire historic streets. Enjoy Northern Thai lunch before visiting Dhanabadee Ceramic Museum to learn about Lampang’s famous rooster bowl ceramics. End at Mae Ta Local Market, known for forest products, seasonal ingredients, herbs, and local snacks. Perfect for culture lovers, couples, families, and travelers seeking authentic northern Thailand.

This incredible tour combines the best of outdoor activities with a hike and mountain bike descent in Doi Suthep National Park. Trek to the top of the summit near a Hmong village, then cruise at high speeds towards Lake Huay Tueng Thao on your bike. This tour from Chiang Mai is ideal for fit adrenaline junkies and nature lovers alike. It includes round-trip hotel transfers, water, two meals, equipment, and an expert guide.