Top Activities on the Ground in Chiang Mai - page 3

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 natural wonders of the Chiang Dao Valley on an action-packed full-day adventure from Chiang Mai. Paddle along the Mae Ping River on a kayaking excursion, admire the wild scenery of the Chiang Dao Jungle, then venture underground for a guided walk to the Buddhist shrines of Chiang Dao Cave.

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.

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.

Speed up your sightseeing when exploring Chiang Mai with this guided half-day bike tour. You can cover more ground than a walking tour, and benefit from having a guide to lead the way so you don’t get lost. Places showcased on the route include Warorot Market, the Silver Temple, and off-the-beaten-sites, including a vintage pharmacy.

Experience Chiang Mai’s natural beauty on a stress-free small-group adventure. Travel in comfort in an air-conditioned vehicle to Bua Tong, which is home to the unique sticky waterfall. Enjoy a short guided hike, take in the scenic surroundings, and refuel with a delicious picnic lunch before returning to your starting point.

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.

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.

Travelers can enjoy trekking in non touristic mountain area, learn about nature and herbal medicines, meet local hilltribe people. Tour is family friendly and small children are also welcome to join.

Combine a lesson in Buddhism with a cultural Hmong village tour on this half-day excursion from Chiang Mai. This is a small group tour, so you’ll keep costs down by sharing your guide and transportation. You’ll tour for around a half day, learning about the temple and the Hmong people from your local guide.

Get more out of limited time in Chiang Mai by embarking on a 3-day jungle trek adventure. To make your experience as stress-free as possible, accommodation, transportation, meals, and activities are included. Along the way, enjoy a visit to the Karen hill tribe, go bamboo rafting, swim under a waterfall, and go to an elephant center to help feed, play, and give elephants baths.

Take a day trip to Chiang Rai and see the modern architectural marvel of Wat Rong Khun (White Temple). Explore the ancient royal city of Chiang Saen, take a long-tail boat ride on the Khong River, and explore the Golden Triangle. Your full-day itinerary includes a restaurant lunch plus round-trip hotel transport from Chiang Mai. Numbers are limited to a maximum of 18 people to ensure a fun group experience with your professional guide.

Ascend to 3,500 feet (1,069m) without breaking a sweat on a half-day tour that takes you to the mountaintop Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple and Phu Ping Palace. An early start means you avoid the crowds that congregate around midday, while exploring with a guide means you benefit from important social and historical context.

Hike and bike through Mae Sa Valley during this active tour from Chiang Mai. Start with a 2-hour morning hike that takes you past hill tribe villages and rice paddies, and into the lush rain forest of northern Thailand. Rest by a waterfall and refuel with a buffet Thai lunch before your afternoon bike ride. Ride down a combination of paved and dirt roads that lead through the rural valley to an orchid farm where your bike ride ends. Transfer to your Chiang Mai hotel to wrap up a memorable day.

Pedal through Chiang Mai’s Old City when temperatures have cooled, and daytime crowds have dispersed on this half-day bike tour. See the sights of the city illuminated at night and stop for street food at a bustling night market—all at a relaxed pace in a small group.

Discover Chiang Mai from a different perspective on a self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt of the city. Solve riddles and clues that lead to the next location, showing all the city highlights. Solve interesting puzzles, have fun and learn new things about the city Explore the city and find hidden gems at your own pace Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt. Enjoy the tour in English, German

Don’t let limited time in northern Thailand stop you exploring Doi Inthanon National Park. Cover several attractions in just one day on a day trip to the national park, Wachiratharn Waterfall, and the Karen tribe village. This stress-free day trip transports you between sights in air-conditioned comfort and comes with the insider knowledge of a guide.

Fun year round, cool off in refreshing pools, learn about flora and fauna from local guide and enjoy tasty local cuisine and coffee made from beans grown in the local area. The trail is short enough for kids and adults with only moderate fitness required and suitable in the hot season as the river flows year round.

Pedal through the highlands of Chiang Mai with a guide taking care of navigation and directions on this guided cycling tour. Focus on the scenery and the experience, looking out over the city and visiting highlights such as Suthep National Park, the Doi Suthep Temple, the Queen's Palace, and a Hmong hill tribe village. After lunch at altitude, feel the wind in your hair while you coast downhill back into the city.

This day-long tour has been carefully crafted to show you the magic of Chiang Mai, that goes beyond the renowned MTB trails. Just a short distance outside the city, ride on- and off-road through local farms and rice fields, where you can taste seasonal fruit and enjoy local snacks, and learn about the rural lifestyle from villagers. There’s something for everyone, no matter your cycling ability.

Check out the beauty of Chaing Mai’s jungles on this small group mountain bike tour, where you’ll zip along single and double track, visit waterfalls, and learn about the local Hmong hill tribe’s lifestyle. This is a small group ride, with just five maximum, so it’s still an intimate group. Your guide will be with you the entire time to show you the way.

Pedal through Chiang Mai's narrow alleys and atmospheric neighborhoods on a half-day cycling tour that explores the city’s history, culture and crafts. Follow a 16-mile (25-km) route through the city, and pause to visit centuries-old temples and a local silversmith. Stop at Chiang Mai’s Women’s Correctional Institution for refreshments, then continue to Wat Phra Sing, the city’s holiest place. Leave the city center to visit a vibrant Chinese community and fresh food and flower markets filled with products from around the region.

This trip is the ultimate outdoor combo tour—you’ll hike, bike, and kayak in one day in Chiang Mai. Eliminate the hassle of bringing lots of heavy gear with you—kayak, and bike equipment are all included. After a morning pickup, travel to Suthep National Park to begin a guided hike. The route will take you to hidden temples such as Wat Pha Lat, which is where you begin the downhill biking activity to Lake Huay Tueng Thao. Then, enjoy a tasty lunch before kayaking to the Ping River in the heart of Chiang Mai.

Combine a zipping experience with a visit to a traditional Karen village with this private tour. You’ll get the chance to soar through the trees, take a walk above the jungle canopy, and climb up the stones at the so-called Sticky Waterfall. You'll also visit a traditional village, where you'll learn about how local Karen people live.