Top Northern Thailand Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 4

Experience the indigenous culture and rich nature outside Chiang Mai on this guided adventure. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel with an informative local guide to the Karen long- neck hill tribe. Then, visit a park where elephant dung is transformed into paper. You will make a 1 bookmark for taking it home.

Get more out of limited time in Thailand by going on this guided e-bike adventure in outer Chiang Mai. To help make the day run as smoothly as possible, the trip begins with hotel pickup. Then receive a special fat tire e-bike—a perfect vehicle for traveling on bumpy roads. The route showcases lots of diverse terrain and beautiful scenery, including Wat Ton Kwen temple, the Ping River, and Wat Chang Nam archeological site.

Don’t let limited time stop you ticking off Chiang Rai’s most spectacular sights—visit the White, Blue, and Black temples, as well as the Golden Triangle border intersection, on a day trip from Chiang Mai. You won’t have to worry about arranging transfers or booking admission tickets for each attraction, as your guide takes care of everything, with lunch included.

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. Extra hours beyond the half-day are available at 500 THB per hour.

Experience one of Chiang Mai’s traditional customs at this Khantoke dinner and cultural dance show evening. You’ll be served generous helpings of locally made Thai dishes, and served seated on the floor and at low tables, as is customary. While you’re enjoying the delicious food, Thai dancers and musicians will entertain you. The cultural program even includes performances from Chiang Mai ethnic minorities.

If you're interested in learning more about the Karen people who live in Northern Thailand, visiting a community village with a guide is a good way to go. This tour takes you to a Karen community village, along with stops at the magnificent "White Temple" in Chiang Rai and Mae Khachan Hot Springs, where you can soak in thermal waters or use the heat to cook an egg.

See the jungles of northern Thailand from a completely new perspective during a Skyline zipline experience outside of Chiang Mai. Ideal for thrill seekers, this tour grants you access to 24 ziplines and four suspended bridges, and includes hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off, and a Thai lunch for a seamless experience.

Hike and bike through Mae Sa Valley, without the hassle of booking separate activities, on this small-group combo tour from Chiang Mai. Start with a morning hike that takes you past hill tribe villages and rice paddies, and into the lush rain forest. Refuel with a Thai lunch by a waterfall before your afternoon bike ride down a combination of paved and dirt roads through the rural valley.

Explore the lush mountain scenery Chiang Mai is renowned for on this refreshing half-day adventure to the Bua Thong “sticky” waterfalls. A one-of-a-kind experience, the limestone walls of this waterfall are truly sticky, letting adventurous swimmers climb right up its face without slipping. Make a splash and cool off before enjoying a picnic of local Thai cuisine alongside the tranquil natural pool.

This full-day tour is a convenient way to visit Chiang Rai province while staying in Chiang Mai. You won’t have to worry about finding your way around or fitting in all the different sights, as all logistics will be taken care of for you. Visit various temples, as well as other Chiang Rai highlights, such as hot springs and a museum. You’ll fit in more than you could if traveling independently. Plus, you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide as this is a private tour.

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 the most important temples in the temple-filled city of Chiang Mai with the benefit of a half-day small-group tour. You’ll travel through the busy streets in comfort in an air-conditioned minivan, and stop to visit standout temples including Wat Phra Singh, Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Chiang Mai, and Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Centre—an ideal introduction to northern Thailand’s history and culture.

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.

Visit several cultural and religious sites around Chiang Mai on this 8- to 9-hour tour that includes lunch at a local restaurant. You'll see Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, one of the most sacred temples in the area, as well as Wat Umong, Wat Suan Dok, and Wat Phra That Doi Kham (Temple of the Golden Mountain).

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.

Explore the national park that surrounds Thailand’s tallest mountain, without the hassle of figuring out transport or navigating within the park, on this private tour of Doi Inthanon National Park from Chiang Mai. You set the pace as you venture off the beaten path and discover secluded waterfalls and a hill tribe Karen community, who offer deeper insight into the culture of northern Thailand.

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.

Northern Thailand’s historic temples are spread across multiple towns, making them difficult to visit in a single day using public transport. This small-group tour connects the highlights in Lamphun and Lampang with private transport and a convenient itinerary. Visit the 9th-century temple complex of Wat Phra That Hariphunchai and the impressive 13th-century temple Wat Phra That Lampang Luang while learning about the region’s Lanna heritage from your guide.

Supercharge your social media on a private tour that takes you to some of Chiang Mai’s most Instagrammable spots. You won’t have to worry about breaking a sweat for your photos, as you’ll be transported between photogenic stops in a private air-conditioned vehicle. Plus, your photographer takes the pictures, so you can avoid asking strangers to capture sub-par pictures of you.

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.

Locals call the Bua Thong Waterfalls the “sticky” waterfalls because, unlike normal waterfalls, the surface is coated in a gritty deposit that makes it easy to climb and cling to. Skip the risks of self-drive, discover the magic, and capture awe-inspiring shots as you scale this beautiful multi-tiered fall with your own private guide on this time-saving half-day tour from Chiang Mai.

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.

See cultural and natural sights of northern Thailand on this private full-day tour to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a temple located near the top of Mt. Suthep, and Bau Thong Waterfalls. This day trip provides the chance to visit one of Thailand's most sacred sites, enjoy impressive scenery, and learn about a local culture at Karen Long Neck Village. Hotel pickup and drop-off and lunch at an orchid farm are included.

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.