Top Chiang Mai Tours by Duration - page 2

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.

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.

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.

Doi Inthanon National Park is one of Chiang Mai’s most well-known nature spots and it’s also the home of the highest peak in Thailand. If you want to explore this stunning natural landscape without having to study a map, then a guided trek is a great choice. During the tour, follow the guide through the jungle to see mountains and waterfalls, and visit a Karen Hill Tribe village too.

Check out some spectacular Northern Thai temple culture on this private day tour, where you’ll visit several places that you might not fit in if you didn’t have a guide and driver. You’ll have round-trip transfers from your hotel, then visit the Sticky Waterfall, Bai Orchid and Butterfly Farm, Wat Banden, and much more.

Get a panoramic view of Chiang Mai City from atop an ancient temple built in 1383 on this full-day, guided tour to one of the island’s most famous temples with tour of Bua Thong Waterfall included. Climb 306 steps to visit a shrine to Buddha before looking out at the city from the temple 3,500-ft (1067-meters) above sea-level. At “Sticky Waterfall” climb the falls tiered limestone layers and swim in its pools. Lunch and round-trip transport included.

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. Spend time at each site at your own pace before moving comfortably to the next stop.

Visit several of Chiang Mai’s most famous temples on this half-day small group tour, where you’ll have air-conditioned transport and a guide the entire tour, so you won’t need to organize those yourself. You’ll be with a small group, which will keep costs down, but you’ll still have an intimate experinece at Wat Umong, Wat Pha Lat, and more.

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.

See the highlights of Chiang Mai alongside your own private local host who shows you around this vibrant city in Northern Thailand. Go through the old city center and beyond to explore glittering temples, bustling markets, and museums that cover architecture and culture. Plus, you can tweak your sightseeing schedule to align with your interests for a personalized sightseeing experience. Entrance tickets to Wat Sing are included.

See more of the historic streets of Chiang Mai’s Old City than you’d be able to on foot on a bike tour that takes in ancient temples, local markets, and landmarks. Follow your guide along back lanes as you learn about the city’s culture and history, pedaling for around 7.5 miles (12 kilometers) throughout the course of your tour.

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.

Explore the national park that surrounds Thailand’s tallest mountain on a private tour of Doi Inthanon National Park, which includes hassle-free transport from Chiang Mai. You set the pace as you get off the beaten path and discover secluded waterfalls and hill tribe Karen community, who offers deeper insight into the culture of northern Thailand.

Ideal for those short on time in Chiang Mai, this experience packs three adventures into one well-organized day. Ride an ATV through the countryside, stop for a picnic at a scenic waterfall, then drift along the river on a bamboo raft. With transportation and a delicious lunch included, it’s a smooth and time-saving way to experience multiple outdoor highlights in Chiang Mai.

Begin your journey at the sacred Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, where a revered Buddha relic is enshrined in a golden pagoda. Continue with a cultural visit to a traditional Hmong village in the nearby hills. End the trip in peace at Wat Pha Lat, a serene temple tucked into the lush forest of Doi Suthep.

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.

Get ready for an unforgettable day as you meet gentle elephants and climb the amazing Sticky Waterfall on a full-day tour from Chiang Mai. Begin at an elephant sanctuary where five elephants, including a playful baby, enjoy a life of freedom. Feed them bananas and bamboo, walk beside them in the jungle, and join in the fun of a mud bath and river splash. With no riding, no chains, and no performances, this sanctuary offers a rare, hands-on connection in a cruelty-free setting. The journey continues at the famous Sticky Waterfall, a limestone cascade where you can climb directly up the flowing water without slipping. Surrounded by lush jungle, it is a refreshing and unforgettable highlight, making this tour the perfect combination of culture, adventure, and nature in one day.

Swap a one-size-fits-all itinerary for your own personalized schedule on a private, half-day tour of Chiang Mai. You’ll enjoy the freedom and flexibility to visit only the attractions that interest you as your English-speaking driver saves you the hassle of car hire and navigation. Plus, you’ll get insider tips and local recommendations that you might otherwise have missed.

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.

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

Rather than a fixed itinerary of places that don’t interest you, this private Chiang Rai adventure gives you the freedom to customize the itinerary. The guide can recommend highlights—such as temples and the Golden Triangle—and then you can choose how long you spend at each place, or if you want to skip stops. You can also benefit from guide insights to get you up to speed on local landmarks.

Explore the hills around Chiang Main on a half-day adventure on an electronic bicycle. Your experienced, English-speaking tour guide will be with you throughout your experience as you ride through scenic countryside and visit temples, villages, and rice paddies. All equipment, including helmets, will be provided and lunch or snacks will be served at no extra charge.

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.