All Northern Thailand Tours & Excursions in 2026

Light up your night at the Chiang Mai Yi Peng Sky Lantern Festival 2026, a community-based celebration of authentic Lanna culture. Support local vendors and artisans as you join a sacred Lanna Buddhist ceremony and light a traditional Pang Pratheep clay candle. Drift a handcrafted Krathong along the designated floating area, paint a Bo Sang umbrella, and weave a Taleaw charm alongside local artisans in hands-on cultural workshops. Release your two glowing sky lanterns into the night sky, sending your wishes upward during a carefully managed lantern ceremony. Wander through a lively Northern market, savor Thai street food with included food vouchers, and enjoy traditional cultural shows throughout the evening. Be part of this glowing Yi Peng night, surrounded by community spirit.

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.

Skip the crowds and explore the four temples of Chiang Rai at your own pace with this private tour. Discover the iconic White Temple, the vibrant Blue Temple, the 9-floor Wat Huay Pla Kang, and the intricately decorated Wat Sang Kaew Phothiyan. Combine your temple visit with your choice of the historic Golden Triangle, Lalitta Café, or a tea plantation for a varied experience.

Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour to the most famous temples of Chiang Rai. Your private driver / tour guide will show you the magnificent White Temple, Wat Huay Pla Kang, Lalita Cafe, Blue Temple, Wat Phra Kaeo and Black House Museum. Choose your break time for lunch. This 6 to 7 hour temple tour includes pick up and drop off at your hotel, bottled drinking water, and a daily travel insurance.

Ideal for first-time visitors to Chiang Mai, this tour takes you on a trip to discover the highlights of Chiang Rai province. Marvel at the architecture of the White Temple, take in the beauty of the Blue Temple, and delve into the Black Museum. This immersive journey explores themes of death, the afterlife, and mortality through hundreds of artifacts, interactive displays, and activities. Plus, lunch is included.

Enter a world where time slows and tradition lives on. At the Khantoke Dinner and Cultural Show in Chiang Mai, you’ll dine Lanna-style—seated on silk cushions beneath carved teakwood beams, surrounded by the soft glow of lanterns. A beautifully arranged Khantoke—a traditional round pedestal tray—is served with nine signature Northern Thai dishes, including tender Hang Ley Curry, smoky Nam Prik Noom, crisp pork cracklings, and warm sticky rice, each bite steeped in heritage. As the scent of herbs and spice fills the air, live music and dancers in vibrant tribal silk bring the legacy of the Lanna Kingdom to life. This is more than dinner—it’s a graceful celebration of Northern identity. A night where culture dances, flavors sing, and happiness lingers on the tip of your tongue.

Reaching Thailand’s highest peak independently can be challenging, especially with the distances and winding mountain roads. This small-group tour makes it easy to explore Doi Inthanon National Park in one day. Visit scenic waterfalls, take in sweeping mountain views, learn about the traditions of local Karen communities, visit the Twin Royal Pagodas, and more.

Check out the history, culture, and beauty of Chiang Mai when you book this private half-day tour of the Old Town, including lots of gorgeous temples. Your guide and driver will collect you from your hotel for an easy start, and then you’ll start exploring. Ride comfortably between temples in your air-conditioned vehicle, and go at your own pace today.

Please note: The number of boats allowed to leave Laos ports is solely regulated by the Lao government and is beyond our control. During the high season (November to February). Some days may be very busy, and the boats may be crowded, which may affect comfort. We ask for your understanding and recommend that you plan and prepare accordingly before booking this trip. You must be on the boat for at least 6 hours. If you have any health issues, such as knee pain, heel pain, or osteoarthritis, please consider this before booking. Slow boats will carry about 100-200 passengers on board. This boat is shared with local tourists. The boat will not stop at any other point except Pak Bang.

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.

This private tour is a fun and flexible way to explore the best of Chiang Mai. Rather than a fixed itinerary, enjoy the flexibility of being able to choose 4–5 different stops. Then, set off in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a driver to seamlessly transport you. Potential places to see include The Black House Museum, the Blue Temple, and the Golden Triangle, with a guide to accompany you throughout.

CHIANG MAI CITY LIFESTYLE 08:30 - 12:30 Hrs. / 13:00 - 17:00 Hrs. Experience the gentle way of Chiang Mai local’s life; Leave hotel to Chai Mongkol Temple where you start cruising through rural Mae Ping River by long-tail boat for 45 minutes. Softly moving along the river, you will see wooden houses and modern residences with colorful scenery and lifestyle of the local people. Continue by boat to Warorote Market, the biggest local Market which sells everything from clothes and textiles to fruits, herbs, flowers, vegetables, insects and even fireworks. Take a Sam-Lor (Trishaw) ride along Thapae Road down though the Old City Walls and visit Phra Singh Temple, this temple contains marvelous examples of Lanna art style. Then transfer back to the hotel.

Visit several of Chiang Mai’s most famous temples on this half-day small group tour, where you’ll have air-conditioned transport and a guide the entire tour, so you won’t need to organize those yourself. You’ll be with a small group, which will keep costs down, but you’ll still have an intimate experinece at Wat Umong, Wat Pha Lat, and more.

Get the most out of your time in Chiang Mai by combining a hiking adventure with a visit to an elephant sanctuary. Rather than following a map, benefit from having a guide to navigate so you can focus on the views. As well as seeing Thailand’s highest mountain—Doi Inthanon, you can prepare food for elephants, and enjoy your own lunch along the way too.

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Experience one of Chiang Mai’s top entertainment events: a Muay Thai boxing match at one of Thailand’s oldest boxing stadiums. Pay for your ticket in advance to guarantee admission to Thapae Boxing Stadium. Choose from standard, ringside, or VIP seats that bring you close to the action of the match. VIP seats include an air-conditioned room with free drinks.

This private tour is the perfect pick for travelers with limited time in Chiang Mai. Save hours researching local landmarks and let someone else plan an itinerary for you. With scenic temples—such as Doi Suthep Temple—as well as outdoor wonders, including the Sticky Waterfall, the route showcases architectural and natural wonders alike. You can also enjoy the Orchid and Butterfly Farm with admission included.

Discover the natural beauty and adventure of Chiang Mai on this full-day tour combining three amazing experiences! Begin your journey at Dantewada Park, a peaceful garden filled with beautiful angel statues, colorful flowers, and scenic mountain views. Walk around and capture stunning photos surround by nature. Next, visit the Bua Tong “Sticky” Waterfall, one of Thailand’s most unique natural wonders. Thanks to its mineral rich limestone surface, you can safely walk and climb up the waterfall without slipping! Enjoy the refreshing crystal clear water and explore the sacred “Seven Colors Spring”. After lunch, head to the Mae Taeng River for bamboo rafting. Sit back as your local guide steers the bamboo raft through lush green forests, peaceful, and gentle river currents. It’s the perfect way to unwind and connect with nature. This tour is ideal for travelers who love nature, local culture, and soft adventure a perfect mix of relaxation and excitement in one unforgettable day!

Explore Doi Inthanon, the highest point in Thailand, on this small group tour from Chiang Mai. You’ll keep costs down by booking this group tour, but still have a great adventure in nature. You’ll hike in the jungle and mountains, visit Wachirathan waterfall, and meet people from the Karan hill tribe. Lunch and transport are included too, to keep things easy.

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 Chiang Mai from an entirely new perspective with a breathtaking 15 - 20 minutes paramotor flight. Lift off into the open skies and glide over a patchwork of green rice fields, winding rivers, and forest-draped mountains, all bathed in golden light. With a certified pilot guiding your flight, you’ll climb as high as 200 meters—feel the breeze on your face and the peaceful sky. Whether you're chasing adrenaline or seeking a moment of pure stillness, this sky-high escape will leave you mesmerized memory. After your airborne adventure, relax with hassle-free hotel transfers that complete your seamless, unforgettable experience

• Climb the famous Bua Thong Sticky Waterfall and experience its naturally grippy limestone surface • Enjoy convenient round-trip transfers from your Chiang Mai hotel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle • Explore the waterfall at your own pace with plenty of free time to climb, relax, and enjoy the surrounding nature Escape the city and discover one of Chiang Mai’s most unique natural attractions on this easy half-day trip to Bua Thong Sticky Waterfall. Travel comfortably with hotel pickup and round-trip transportation included, then enjoy free time to explore the waterfall independently. Climb the limestone cascades using their naturally grippy surface, cool off by the water, take photos, or simply relax in the peaceful forest surroundings. With transportation taken care of and no fixed guided itinerary at the waterfall, this experience is ideal for travelers who want a simple and flexible way to visit the Sticky Waterfall.

Spend an evening at the Chiang Mai Yi Peng Sky Lantern Festival 2026, a cultural night rooted in Lanna traditions in nearby San Kamphaeng. Join a Lanna Buddhist ceremony and light a traditional Pang Pratheep clay candle before floating a handcrafted Krathong in the designated floating area. Try Bo Sang umbrella painting and Taleaw making alongside local artisans, then explore a lively Kad Mua northern-style market, with Thai street food available through included food vouchers. As night falls, release your two Yi Peng sky lanterns and watch the evening glow with thousands of lights. With cultural performances bringing the evening to life, these moments give your Chiang Mai journey deeper meaning through Lanna culture, local flavors, and community spirit.

Kingkong Smile Zipline Chiang Mai – Asia’s Top Zipline offers the thrill of Asia’s longest 1,200m ride above the rainforest. From the mountaintops of Maetonluang village, soar over lush jungle, rolling hills, and deep valleys with breathtaking views. A secure twin-cable system and professional instructors ensure safety, making this perfect for families, groups, and thrill seekers. Choose the Ultimate Package with 19 platforms and 9 ziplines up to 700m, or the Extreme Package with 38 platforms and 17 ziplines including the record-breaking 1,200m line. Both options include round-trip transfers, safety equipment, and a Thai buffet, creating a seamless and exhilarating adventure. Book now and discover Chiang Mai’s natural beauty from a new perspective.