All Northern Thailand Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 3

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.

Chiang Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai: White Temple, Blue Temple & Golden Triangle Escape the hustle and bustle of Chiang Mai and embark on a captivating day trip to Chiang Rai! Explore the province’s iconic landmarks, including the stunning White Temple with its intricate architecture, the mesmerizing Blue Temple with its vibrant hues, and the historic Golden Triangle where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar converge. Witness the beauty of these cultural gems and immerse yourself in the rich history of Northern Thailand.

The Kindred Spirit Elephant Sanctuary is a non-profit organisation, home to a number of rescued and retired elephants, free-roaming in the jungle. On this tour, spend a night at a homestay in a local village belonging to the Karen people and discover their unique culture as you take part in a cooking class and try your hand at traditional handicrafts. The next day, hike alongside the elephants in their natural environment, learn more about the animals from an expert guide, and enjoy a picnic lunch in the jungle.

The 2026 CAD Chiang Mai Yi Peng Festival celebrations take place on November 24–25, 2026 at the government-certified CAD Cultural Center Lanna in Mae On District. With over 25,000 attendees per night (20% more than 2025), it is Thailand’s largest organized sky lantern event. We have been official partners since 2018. Six ticket types are available: Standard, VIP, Premium, Gold, Platinum, Elite. No on-site tickets. Online booking only. Tickets usually sell out 3 months in advance—early booking recommended for better prices and group seating. Highlights include Lanna cultural experiences (markets, tribal shows, workshops), Muay Thai demos, folk dances, live music, a Lanna buffet dinner (vegetarian options), monk-led rituals, candle ceremonies, and the synchronized release of 25,000 biodegradable lanterns plus a 20-minute fireworks show. Each guest receives 2 sky lanterns and 1 water lantern.

Discover the best of Chiang Mai and cover more ground than is possible on foot on a private tuk tuk tour. Cover Chiang Mai's most important landmarks in less time, including Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra Singh, Tha Phae Gate, and Wat Sri Suphan. Get insights from your guide as you hear the stories behind each attraction.

No visit to northern Thailand is complete without exploring the province of Chiang Rai, home to iconic temples and tribal villages. This tour allows you to skip the hassle of car hire by transporting you between dispersed attractions—including the must-see White Temple and a village home to the famous long-necked tribe—in air-conditioned comfort. Plus, stress-free hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Perfect for nature and wildlife lovers, this guided tour combines two experiences in one day—a visit to an elephant sanctuary and bamboo rafting on the Wang River. Enjoy a respectful elephant observation as you help prepare their food and watch the majestic animals from a safe distance, without disturbing their natural rhythm. Explore remote natural spots such as waterfalls, forests, and rivers with ease, plus learn about the local Karen community.

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.

Take a break from life in the city of Chiang Mai and explore the forests and hills around it on a full-day adventure tour. Head to a rope course to walk among the treetop canopy and fly across ziplines. Visit an ethical elephant sanctuary to see how its rescued elephants are cared for and learn their stories. Finish with the Buatong “Sticky” Waterfall, with its unique climbable surface.

Pick you up from your accommodation. We providing you a expert cultural with professional guide. - Visit Wat Umong is built inside a tunnel. - Visit Wat Pha Lat ( hidden temple ), this temple mixes between Thailand Burmese style the most peaceful and magical temples, secret jungle temple. - Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is one of northern Thailand’s most sacred temples. You can’t miss the stunning panoramic view from here as well as temple itself. There are 306 steps for the stairway. The golden pagoda was built in the14 century to enshrine a piece of relic the Lord Buddha’s shoulder bone. - Visit Doi Pui view point to see Amazing Sunset. (sunset time depends on the season and weather) - Then drive back to your accommodation and drop off approximately 19:30 pm. *Notification of Wat Pha Lat Closure: Wat Pha Lat informed us had meditation practice program and will be closed 1-5 December,2025.

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.

Get up close and personal with the world’s largest land mammal on a visit to the family-owned Elephant Pride Sanctuary. The elephants here once worked on logging crews to cut down the protected forest, but today they live at leisure. This small-group adventure includes a Thai lunch, water, skip-the-line access, and hotel transfers from Chiang Mai.

Get unrivaled views of Chiang Mai—as well as enjoying a completely unique experience—during a paramotor flying experience, a motor-operated paraglider. In tandem with your skilled instructor, you’ll glide over emerald green paddy fields and mountain-top temples, while feeling the wind in your hair and flying alongside the birds.

This tour is a great pick for time-tight travelers visiting Chiang Mai. Get more out of your day by combining a visit to an elephant sanctuary with Wat Ban Den temple and a stop at the Sticky Waterfall.The tour includes hotel pickup and transport, so you avoid arranging your own logistics, and the group size is kept small for a more personalized experience.

Rather than a fixed itinerary of places that don’t interest you, this private Chiang Rai adventure gives you the freedom to customize the itinerary. The guide can recommend highlights—such as temples and the Golden Triangle—and then you can choose how long you spend at each place, or if you want to skip stops. You can also benefit from guide insights to get you up to speed on local landmarks.

Breathe in the crisp mountain air as you journey to Doi Inthanon, Thailand’s highest peak. Wander through misty forests, hear the rush of Wachirathan waterfall, and feel the cool spray on your skin. Trek the lush Pha Dok Siew Nature Trail past terraced rice fields, wildflowers, and coffee-scented Karen villages. Snap photos at the majestic King and Queen’s Pagodas and sample fresh produce at the Hmong Market. With every step, discover nature’s wonders and cultural gems. Ideal for families, couples, solo explorers, and small groups craving a meaningful escape into nature. Don’t just dream it—click Book Now and make it your reality!

See rescue elephants roaming freely outdoors during this trip from Chiang Mai to an elephant sanctuary. Rather than a crowded group tour, this is a private experience, just for you. This means seamless private transport—without any other pickups—and a more personalized service. As well as elephants, the trip also includes a chance to see the Sticky Waterfall—where you can climb the rocks and swim if you wish to.

Independently explore Sukhothai with ease by opting for this bike and transport package from Chiang Mai. Instead of being stuck on a tour bus all day, a driver drops you off at Sukhothai Historical Park, and then gives you the freedom to explore its ancient palace and temple ruins independently at your preferred pace—with bike rental included.

The date of Chiang Mai CAD Sky Lantern Festival is 2026 Nov.24 and Nov. 25. 【Schedule】 13:00: Free shuttle departs from the meeting point. 14:30 - 17:30: Arrive at the venue, register your ticket at the entrance, and enjoy local performances. 17:30 - 19:00: Enjoy a Thai buffet dinner. 19:00: Enter the seating area; the ceremony begins. 20:15: Launch sky lanterns together and watch the fireworks display. 20:45: Ceremony ends; depart from the venue to Chiangmai (drop-off point). ○ Note that Viator Booking voucher is not entrance ticket. Please message us your email address so that we can send your ticket link. ○ Clink the ticket link in your email, check details of date and name on the e-ticket. ○ We suggest that you take a screenshot of the e-ticket with the QR code in the ticket link and save it on your phone, or print it out and carry it with you. This will enable you to quickly present the ticket to the staff for verification and identity check.

Visit Doi Inthanon National Park, home to Thailand's highest mountain, on this day trip from Chiang Mai. Stop for photo ops at the peak, check out Ang Ka Nature Trail to enjoy the area's lush landscape, visit the Twin Pagodas, see the Wachirathan Waterfall, visit the Karen Hill Tribe village and more. Lunch, entrance fees, and hotel transport are included. Private option is available.

Why choose just one highlight when you can see all three of Chiang Rai’s iconic temples in one day? This Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai day trip is designed for travelers who want to experience the famous White Temple, Blue Temple, and Black House in one journey. Travel over 180 km through winding mountain roads in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, where the scenic drive feels like a small adventure of its own. Discover striking contrasts of white, blue, and black/red through masterpieces created by renowned Thai artists, each offering a different perspective on art and belief. Complete with a hot spring stop, Thai buffet lunch, and round-trip hotel transfers. Don’t leave Northern Thailand with unfinished business. Reserve your spot and see Chiang Rai’s must-sees in one seamless adventure.

Visit a traditional pottery village, a Buddhist temple, and the Grand Canyon Chiang Mai on a full-day private tour that combines culture and an amazing natural landscape. You’ll see a classic example of wooden Lanna architecture, then explore a network of rock formations and cliffs with a backdrop of clear blue water. This 9-hour tour offers the flexibility and personal experience of a private guide, along with hotel pickup and drop-off, entrance fees, and lunch.

Discover the architectural wonders of Chiang Rai with a full-day tour featuring the iconic White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), the majestic Red Temple (Wat Huay Pla Kang), and the stunning Blue Temple (Wat Rong Seur Ten). You’ll also stop briefly at a natural hot spring and have the option to visit the Long Neck Karen Village, where you can learn about the traditions of this unique hilltribe — and meet other ethnic groups in the area. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide who will share stories and cultural insights at each stop. All entrance fees are included, along with lunch, bottled water, and fresh seasonal fruits. Round-trip hotel transfers are also provided, making this a convenient way to explore Chiang Rai in one day. Full-day tour to Chiang Rai from Chiang Mai, approximately 12 hours Visit the famous White Temple, Red Temple, and Blue Temple Lunch included along with bottled water and fresh fruits All tickets included

The tour is designed to give you a truly enriching experience at every destination. With the professional guide, who is highly skilled in languages and provides complete and insightful information at each site, you will gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of every place you visit. We are committed to delivering service that you will be impressed with — attentive,