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This full-day tour offers a captivating blend of art, culture, and relaxation, showcasing the creative spirit of Chiang Rai through its most iconic landmarks. Journey into the minds of the region’s renowned artists and discover the vibrant soul of northern Thailand—all in one unforgettable experience. - Relax at Mae Kaejan Hot Spring – Enjoy a refreshing foot soak in natural, mineral-rich waters surrounded by serene landscapes. - Visit the Iconic White Temple (Wat Rong Khun) – Admire this world-famous contemporary masterpiece, celebrated for its intricate details and symbolic design. - Explore the Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten) – Be impressed by its striking blue tones, golden accents, and modern artistic architecture. - Discover the Black House Museum (Baan Dam) – Explore a unique collection of thought-provoking artworks and traditional wooden structures. - Comfortable Round-Trip Transfers – Travel with ease on a smooth, hassle-free transfer to and from Chiang Mai City.

The Chiang Mai Lifestyle Guided Tour offers an immersive experience into the vibrant culture, traditions, and daily life of this enchanting northern Thai city. Begin your journey with a friendly local guide who will take you through the heart of Chiang Mai, showcasing its unique blend of ancient customs and modern influences. Leave your Chiang Mai hotel to Wat Chai Mongkol where you start cruising down the Mae Ping River by long-tail boat for 30 minutes. Softly moving along the river, you will see wooden houses and modern residences with colourful scenery and lifestyle of the local people. Arrive at a local farm house where you can take a leisurely stroll around the grounds. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or returning to the city, the Chiang Mai Lifestyle Guided Tour offers a unique opportunity to connect with the local culture and gain a deeper appreciation for this captivating destination.

Experience for your trip as 306 steps to get to the temple, built in the 16th century. The old Tradition way to reach the temple is by climbing the staircase. Even though there is a funicular tram that carries passengers up the top, people still use this staircase in order to get up and down because most people believe that doing this brings good luck. The Bhubing Palace is located on Doi Buak Ha, Muang District, Chiang Mai Province. It is the royal winter residence in Chiang Mai where the Royal family stays during seasonal visits to the people in the northern part of Thailand.

Swap the hustle and bustle of Chiang Mai for an escape into nature with this mountain bike adventure in Doi Suthep National Park. Take in incredible views of the Mae Ping Valley as you zip down a 5,250-foot (1,600-meter) mountain, meet local villagers, then refuel with a delicious Thai lunch by a lake.

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.

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 you’re done exploring Wat Pha Lat, transfer up the mountain to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. Please note your package excludes entrance fees—and cable car if required.

This action-packed tour lets you visit several outdoor attractions in one convenient outing from Chiang Mai. In addition to trekking and swimming around the Sticky Waterfalls, pay visits to Bua Thong Cave and a sacred spring. Minimize the crowds by heading to the falls in the early morning and taking time to relax and swim afterwards.

Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Chiang Mai on a half-day, private day tour. Visit three Buddhist temples around Chiang Mai, including Wat Doi Suthep—one of northern Thailand’s most important temples. Your guide shows you the lesser known Wat Suan Dok and Wat Umong, then continues to Wat Doi Suthep. - See Buddhist statues in the tunnels and gardens of Wat Umong - Hear about the history of Suan Dok and Wat Doi Suthep - Travel with a private guide who can personalize the itinerary

Watch the sun set over Chaing Mai from your vantage point at the Wat Phra Ta Doi Suthep temple on this tour. Your driver will pick you up at your Chiang Mai hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle and take you up to the temple complex, just in time for sunset. You'll then have the chance to ascend 300 steps to the top of the temple to take in the views.

Experience Chiang Mai when its bathed in sunset serenity, on an early morning tour that helps you beat both the crowds and the midday heat. You watch the sun rise from Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple, the highest and most sacred temple in the city, and offer alms to local monks for an authentic cultural experience.

Discover a Buddhist alms ceremony and temple on a 5-hour, private trip from Chiang Mai to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and Warorot Market. With personal assistance from a private guide, you’ll join in a Tak Bat ceremony giving food to Buddhist monks, visit a temple set high on a mountaintop, then browse the colorful stalls at a local market. This 5-hour tour includes pickup and drop-off at hotels in Chiang Mai, as well as entrance fees and a cable car ticket at Wat Phra That Doi Suthep.

Explore Doi Inthanon, the highest point in Thailand, on this small group tour from Chiang Mai. You’ll keep costs down by booking this group tour, but still have a great adventure in nature. You’ll hike in the jungle and mountains, visit Wachirathan waterfall, and meet people from the Karan hill tribe. Lunch and transport are included too, to keep things easy.

Join the homely cooking session with the local family. Experience a warm and family-like cooking class, this is just for you. This unique session is not only about food. You will gain knowledge and understanding of local culture, the way of living and even about local herbs.  Spend a part of your day in this local un-touristy neighborhood learning about the local and get to know your host family. Be amazed by their beautiful traditional wooden house and rice barn brimming with history and interesting facts. You will be picking up ingredients for your cooking class right from the backyard garden.  Be prepared to cook and taste the authentic local recipe with the real flavors of Northern Thailand that you can’t find in any commercial cooking class. It is your choice to choose between Lunch and Dinner.

Escape the city and discover more rural parts of northern Thailand during a tour of Chiang Rai. Unlike some tours that only cover the temples of Chiang Rai, this experience includes a visit to the famous Long Neck Tribal Village, where you’ll have the chance to pose for photographs with members of the tribe. Plus, you’ll visit the iconic White Temple and stop at the Golden Triangle, the place where the borders of Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand intersect.

Check out Pha Dok Siew Nature Trail and Doi Inthanon National Park on this small group tour from Chiang Mai. Your guide will show you the way, passing by rivers, villages, farms, and much more. You’ll see much more on this walking tour than you would on your own, and also visit two different natural areas.

Discover the wonders of northern Thailand on this multi-stop, private, full-day, guided tour. Blend urban, natural, and spiritual sightseeing with visits down into an enchanting limestone cave, tour of Buddhist temples, and climbing waterfalls. Enjoy a lunch at a local restaurant along the way and end your day with a visit to the Grand Blue temple in Chiang Mai.

Benefit from a full-day tour of attractions near Chiang Mai that features one of northern Thailand’s most important temples, Wat Doi Suthep, along with other highlights. Have more flexibility as you travel with your own private guide and explore the picturesque grounds of Palad Temple; visit an orchid farm; and learn about Longneck hill tribe. You will experience the signature dish of the northern food, “Khao Soi” for lunch. Travel in comfort with a driver and private air-conditioned vehicle Hear insightful commentary from your guide Includes all entrance fees, lunch, and bottled water Hotel pickup and drop-off is provided.

Make the most of your day in Chiang Mai by booking this tour that includes several activities, all organized by your guide. You’ll get to the jungle to see elephants, relax on a bamboo raft, and then swim in the Mae Wang waterfall. Hotel transfers, lunch, and bottled water are all included for you, too. Hotel pickup and drop off provided for ease Have several jungle experiences in one tour Enjoy lunch and water provided for you.

Don’t let limited time in northern Thailand stop you discovering the beauty of Doi Inthanon National Park. Tick off more attractions in less time during a day trip to the Chiang Mai countryside, famous for Thailand’s highest mountain and Vachiratharn. This stress-free day trip transports you between sights in air-conditioned comfort and comes with the insider knowledge of your guide.

Ride a bike through the Lanna countryside on a guided 5-hour bicycle tour, departing from Chiang Mai by air-conditioned vehicle. Pedal along easy back roads past rice fields and wooden stilt houses, and stop at a school in a traditional village. This family-friendly excursion in the morning or afternoon is perfect for all ages and skill levels.

Explore Mae Ngat Valley on a full-day bike tour with round-trip transport from Chiang Mai. Drive about 30 miles (50km) to Mae Tang district, then hop on the provided bicycle. Follow your guide on paved roads and dirt tracks that wind through small farms, rice fields, forest, and villages to Wat Bat Den temple. Hear commentary about northern Thailand's ecology and culture, and stop for a restaurant lunch.

Pedal through Chiang Mai’s scenic countryside and experience local culture on a 4-hour guided bike tour. Learn about Thailand’s religious heritage at a small Buddhist temple, and visit a former leper colony that shelters people with physical disabilities. See an elementary school that serves the region’s hill tribes, then watch local craftsmen shape pottery in a traditional studio. Set a relaxed pace as you pass rice fields and a gentle river, with plenty of breaks to enjoy local treats, cool drinks and a light Thai meal.

Take a 1200m descent by mountain bike from Doi Suthep National Park summit to Huay Tung Tao Lake on the valley floor. This is the ultimate mountain bike adventure in Chiang Mai for beginners and intermediate riders. Our experienced English-speaking guides will make sure that your day will be fun, safe, and exciting! We will provide all safety gear and mountain bikes, you just have to bring sports clothing and shoes. • Experience the thrill of a 1500m vantage point as you ride downhill to Chiang Mai • Bike through Northern Thailand's finest National Park and take a swim at the lake • Enjoy the stunning views as you ride towards the Mae Ping valley • Enjoy the company and aid of professional guides

Go mountain biking in Doi Suthep National Park on a downhill ride that is suitable for intermediate to advanced mountain bikers. Your guide transports your small group by 4WD vehicle from your hotel to the top of Doi Pui mountain. Descend on a dirt track that runs through lush forest, stopping for coffee, and passing hill tribe villages on your way to Mae Ping valley. Afterward, celebrate your ride with a well-deserved lunch at Lake Huay Tueng Tao.