Top Chiang Mai Underground Tours

Experience Chiang Mai’s night markets with an insider guide on this evening food tour. Enjoy a mixture of exploring the city on foot and by songthaew (shared truck). Bring an appetite for this small-group food tour, which includes samples of all sorts of tasty treats, and learn how to order in Thai.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Explore Doi Inthanon National Park on a full-day, private trip from Chiang Mai, then spend the day visiting spectacular waterfalls, browsing local handicrafts, summiting Thailand's tallest peak, and hiking through a landscape of paddy fields and coffee farms. Enjoy the flexibility of a personal driver/guide throughout the day, which includes pickup and drop-off at your Chiang Mai hotel, all transport by climate-controlled vehicle, and lunch, the perfect way to discover Chiang Mai's remarkable mountain scenery.

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.

Experience the breathtaking and off-the-beaten-path landscapes of Doi Luang in Chiang Dao with our 3-hour trek through a Natural Wildlife Reserve. During your day, seize the opportunity to explore the renowned Chiang Dao Caves and immerse yourself in the vibrant hues of the Wat Den temple. Conclude your adventure by indulging in the soothing embrace of a natural hot spring, easing the fatigue of the day, before returning to Chiang Mai.

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.

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.

Add some outdoor adventure to your Chiang Mai experience with a trip 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 Chiang Mai.

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.

Escape Chiang Mai and step into a world where time slows down in Chiang Dao. Explore the mystical Chiang Dao Cave, like entering a hidden underground kingdom of shimmering stalactites and sacred Buddha images. Discover authentic hill tribe life across 5 villages including Akha, Hmong, Lisu, Palong, and Karen, each offering a glimpse into rich traditions. Enjoy scenic countryside views and unwind at a mountain café with panoramic views of Doi Luang Chiang Dao, rising like a guardian over the landscape. Savor a delicious Thai lunch and relax with convenient round-trip hotel transfers from Chiang Mai, along with a gentle trek through scenic farms and rice fields. Let Chiang Dao surprise you, capturing the true soul of northern Thailand.

Taste a variety of delicious Thai specialties on a private food tour in Chiang Mai with a local host Enjoy samples of 10 foods, that include sweet and savory dishes during a half-day tour that takes place in the morning or afternoon, depending on your choice. Your food-loving host provides insightful commentary throughout the experience.

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.

You absolutely will not find another tour out there as packed with activities and attractions as this one, provided by CharlieTheTraveler. You will also not find another tour out there that offers it all "FIRST CLASS," yet for a relatively low price. We have thousands of travelers taking this specific tour every year-and that's because no competitor can beat us on quality, price and substance. Below are just some examples of what you will see and do on this tour: Night Markets & Nighttime Guided Tours Meeting Tribes with Incredibly Large Necks Bamboo Rafting 2 Floating Markets Explored by Boat Ox Cart Riding While Passing Rice Fields & Farmers Ziplining in the Tropics Bathing in Hot Springs Guided Bike Tour Around Sukhothai Archaeological Park Ancient Sites at Ayutthaya Archaeological Park Hiking Through National Parks While Seeing Waterfalls & Animals

The Rainbow Cave provides a distinctive and organic sightseeing experience, presenting numerous picturesque locations. The cave is distinguished by its vibrant rock formations, making it a one of a kind attraction in Thailand. Observe the Emerald Cave in proximity to the Rainbow Cave to witness an additional vibrant location within this region. Proceed to the Pong castle and appreciate its exceptional architectural splendor. This edifice encompasses the ancient Pong stupa. Explore Ob Kan, a narrow rocky valley with a stream. It offers a walking path for nature exploration and river interaction, including opportunities for cliff and rock climbing. See Wat Ton Kwaen is an ancient temple situated in Chiang Mai, Thailand. It is specifically located in the Nong Kwai sub-district of the Hang Dong district within Chiang Mai province. You will observe a visually appealing and well-maintained representation of Lanna architecture.

Step beyond the typical Chiang Mai tour and uncover a deeper side of northern Thailand in Chiang Dao, where nature and culture come together. Explore the sacred Chiang Dao Cave (Wat Tham Chiang Dao), a spiritual site with ancient rock formations and hidden chambers. Visit 5 hill tribe villages including Akha, Hmong, Lisu, Palong, and Karen, and experience ways of life preserved for generations. Relax at a mountain café with panoramic views of Doi Luang Chiang Dao. Enjoy a Thai lunch and a light walk through rural farms and rice fields. Enjoy a comfortable journey with round-trip hotel transfers from Chiang Mai. Ideal for curious travelers seeking something more meaningful. Secure your spot and discover Chiang Dao in a whole new way.