Day Trips from Chiang Rai to Chiang Saen

Tours from Chiang Rai to the ancient riverside town of Chiang Saen take you to one of the oldest settlements in northern Thailand. These excursions center on the 13th-century ruins of the Lanna Kingdom and the massive Wat Chedi Luang, and include a professional guide who explains the city’s archaeological importance. A local driver handles the transit past the Mekong River while you explore the local museum or browse the riverside markets. Most itineraries also include a visit to the Golden Triangle and the Hall of Opium. Choosing an organized excursion provides a look at the region’s imperial history and its transition to a quiet border town.