Top Northern Thailand Bus Tours

This is joint tour, not private tour. Notes: This Tour starting from Chiang Rai and Back to Chiang Rai!! Experience some of Chiang Rai's beautiful sights on a temple and Golden Triangle adventure. Be picked up from your hotel and see White Temple ,Blue Temple ,Black House, Golden Triangle, The Opium Museum, Long Neck Hilltribe village and visit the Tea Plantation then back to your hotel in Chiang Rai. This tour is all included the lunch, Ticket and English-speaking guide for your trip. Begin your adventure with the convenience, pick-up right from your Chiang Rai hotel. Be whisked away into the heart of Northern Thailand, where a rich tapestry of history and natural wonders awaits you.

Covering the very north of Thailand, Chiang Rai Province is home to an interesting mix of cultural and natural landmarks. It’s not always easy to reach some of them. Join a small-group tour with hotel pickup from Chiang Rai city to conveniently combine visits to temples, museums, tea plantations, and ethnic villages around the province. Learn what makes this corner of Thailand interesting in just a day trip.

Immerse yourself in nature and culture in northern Thailand on this full-day small-group tour to Doi Inthanon National Park. Hike the park’s trails, see lush waterfalls and the tallest point in Thailand, and visit the King and Queen Pagodas. Afterwards, visit the Hmong and Karen hill tribe village at Baan Klang Luang. Entrance fees extra, though lunch is included.

The temples, museums, and tea plantations of Chiang Rai aren't conveniently clustered together, which can make checking them off in a limited time a challenge. This full-day tour covers seven of the Northern Thai city’s top attractions, saving you from hiring a scooter or a car and navigating the winding mountain roads.

Beat the crowds and see a spectacular sunrise from one of Chiang Mai’s highest points during an early-morning tour to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. This unique tour offers you the chance to experience an alms-giving ceremony in the early morning and explore the famous temple without daytime crowds. Plus, a former-monk guide provides insight into Thai culture and the Buddhist religion.

Those looking for an experience that combines nature with culture can enjoy this small-group tour to the Doi Suthep Temple and Wat Pha Lat in Chiang Mai. Hike to Wat Pha Lat, nestled within a lush forest, and discover its serene ambience and captivating statues. Then, make a trip to see the splendor of Doi Suthep Temple, adorned in shimmering gold. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience, though entrance fees are extra.

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.

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. Enjoy a local Thai lunch during the tour. Spend time at each site at your own pace before moving comfortably to the next stop.

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.

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.

Explore Chiang Rai at your own pace with a private car and driver for 10 hours. Visit famous attractions such as the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten), Golden Triangle, Choui Fong Tea Plantation, Wat Huay Pla Kang, Long Neck Karen Village, and Lalitta Café. You may choose from our recommended itinerary or customize your own tour based on the places you would like to visit. This flexible experience is perfect for couples, families, and small groups who want to travel comfortably without rushing. Enjoy a relaxed and stress-free journey with convenient hotel pickup and flexible stops along the way. Spend more time at the places you love, take photos at scenic viewpoints, or enjoy local cafés and hidden spots recommended by your experienced local driver. Mountain destinations such as Doi Chang, Doi Tung, Doi Mae Salong, and Doi Pha Hee may require an additional charge due to longer mountain routes and travel time.

Discover the thrill of climbing up a waterfall with naturally grippy rocks on this half-day trip to Bua Tong sticky waterfall. To ensure you get there with ease—travel in an air-conditioned vehicle is included. Then enjoy the thrill of exploring a stunning Chiang Mai nature spot that offers lots of spectacular photo opportunities.

This 3-day immersive jungle trek takes you deep into the heart of northern Thailand’s stunning mountains. You'll experience authentic Karen hilltribe life, hike through lush jungles and rice fields, visit hidden waterfalls, and end your journey with an unforgettable bamboo rafting adventure. With hands-on Thai cooking, nightly campfires, and local cultural connections, this tour offers a true escape into nature and tradition—perfect for travelers craving something real and off the beaten path.

Save time and discover natural wonders and taste great food on the same trip with this exciting combination of a Doi Suthep temple visit and a street food market tour. Having transportation included helps you avoid the hassle of waiting for local buses. Also, having a guide to navigate means you can discover places you might miss otherwise, and without the language barriers, such as small street food market stalls.

Getting to Doi Inthanon, the tallest mountain in Thailand, from Chiang Mai can be a hassle, and so can navigating the national park once you are there. This tour includes hotel pickup and takes care of the details so you experience a variety of what Northern Thailand has to offer. Your guide also takes you to a waterfall, a hill tribe village, and more for a well-rounded experience.

Visit Wat Phra That Doi Kham, or the Temple of the Golden Mountain, and Royal Park Rajapruek with this private tour. You'll start at the ancient Phra That Doi Kham Temple, where you'll see a massive Buddha image and take in views over the city. Then visit Royal Park Rajapruek, an agritourism park showcasing plants from around the world. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for convenience.

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.

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.

Chiang Rai is famed for its temples, including the spectacular White Temple. The city is roughly a 3.5-hour drive from Chiang Mai so a day trip by public transportation is tricky, but this bus tour makes it easy. An official guide ensures you don’t miss a single detail of the temples. Plus, enjoy a soak in some hot springs and visit a “longneck” village (entrance at your own expense).

Get up early to experience the way of life of Thai monks, by giving alms to them, and then visiting several of Chiang Mai’s temples, both famous and hidden- that you wouldn’t find on your own. This is a small group tour, so you’ll keep costs down but still have an intimate experience. You might even come away with spiritual merit at the end of this tour.

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.

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.

Explore Chiang Mai’s temples and cultural heritage with ease on this half-day small-group tour that includes transportation and entrance fees. Travel in a converted pickup truck, and visit key temples such as Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra Singh, and Wat Sri Suphan. The itinerary also includes a stop at a Karen Long Neck Village, offering invaluable insight into local cultural traditions.