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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.

Taste your way around Chiang Mai, on this half-day foodie tour. Whether you’re looking to start the day off right or bring your day in Chiang Mai to a close, this tour combines an authentic glimpse into local culinary culture with the chance to try delicious local specialties. From mango sticky rice to tapioca dumplings, this tour highlights a side of Thai cuisine that’s often absent from menus outside of the country.

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.

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).

Head out to Doi Inthanon National Park for a 2-hour trekking tour with a professional guide by your side. You'll hike the fantastic nature trail around 2 hours. You'll also stop by the Phra Maha Dhatu Naphamethinidon and Naphaphonphumisiri Pagodas, at the top of Thailand's highest peak. You'll visit a Karen village and a Hmong market. Lunch and round-trip hotel transfers are included.

Watch the sun rise over Northern Thailand on this private hiking tour to Mount Doi Inthanon National Park. You'll head out from Chiang Mai early in the morning and drive out to the park, where you'll watch the sunrise before heading out on a hike with a local guide. You'll see a waterfall, rice paddies, and a flower garden, with stops to sample local coffee and have lunch.

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.

Explore Doi Inthanon National Park and stand at Thailand’s highest peak. Immerse yourself in lush natural surroundings as you walk to picturesque waterfalls. Visit a local Hmong hill tribe market. Discover a scenic Karen village, where you can experience traditional village life and enjoy a coffee tasting.

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.

With this full-day tour from Chiang Mai, you can check off Chiang Rai’s top landmarks with ease. Save hours of research time, and benefit from having a full itinerary organized for you. As you ride between sites in an air-conditioned vehicle, enjoy stops at the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), the Baan Dam Museum, the Blue Temple (Wat Rong Seur Ten), and The Black House.

Explore the national park that surrounds Thailand’s tallest mountain on a private tour of Doi Inthanon National Park, which includes hassle-free transport from Chiang Mai. You set the pace as you get off the beaten path and discover secluded waterfalls and hill tribe Karen community, who offers deeper insight into the culture of northern Thailand.

Taste a variety of delicious Thai specialties on a private food tour in Chiang Mai with a local host Enjoy samples of 10 foods, that include sweet and savory dishes during a half-day tour that takes place in the morning or afternoon, depending on your choice. Your food-loving host provides insightful commentary throughout the experience.

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.

Visit Wat Doi Suthep and Palad Temple on this private half-day tour from Chiang Mai. Your guide shows you the picturesque grounds of Padad Temple (Wat Pha Lat), located in a forest just outside of Chiang Mai. Then continue up the mountain to Wat Doi Suthep, a 14th-century temple and important Buddhist pilgrimage site in northern Thailand. Choose from a morning or afternoon tour that suits your schedule.

Get ready for a night in Chiang Mai that’s full of flavor, sparkle, and stories you won’t find in any guidebook. Your evening begins the local way: with a ride in a red songthaew, the open-air truck that serves as the city’s unique public transport. Feel the breeze as you cruise past glowing temples and street food stalls, heading straight for a lively night market. • Small-group tour of no more than 8 guests for a relaxed experience. • Ride through Chiang Mai’s glowing streets in a classic red songthaew. • Enjoy an authentic Thai dinner at a lively local night market. • Hear real-life stories and insights from your ladyboy guide. • End the night with a sparkling ladyboy cabaret full of color and pride.

Chiang Rai’s most striking temples are spread across the province, making them difficult to visit in a single day. This small-group tour from Chiang Mai connects the highlights with ease thanks to private transport. Visit Wat Rong Khun (the White Temple), admire the vivid blue tones of Wat Rong Suea Ten, and explore the striking red complex of Wat Huay Pla Kang, all while learning about the region’s modern temple architecture and symbolism.

Hike in Doi Inthanon National Park (entrance extra), visit a waterfall and the highest point in Thailand, stop at a Karen village and a Hmong Market, and see the Twin (King and Queen) Pagodas with this small-group tour from Chiang Mai. You'll explore with a local guide, making stops to take in views, dine on an included lunch of Thai fare. Private tour and longer hike option available.

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.

Have a three-adventure day when you join this group tour from Chiang Mai. You’ll get to spend time at the elephant sanctuary, go for a jungle trek, and raft on the rapids and smooth waters through the rainforest. You’ll keep costs down by booking this group tour, but still have plenty of attention from your guides, and plenty of opportunities for fun.

Check out some spectacular Northern Thai temple culture on this private day tour, where you’ll visit several places that you might not fit in if you didn’t have a guide and driver. You’ll have round-trip transfers from your hotel, admission fees and travel accident insurance included, then visit the Sticky Waterfall, Bai Orchid and Butterfly Farm, Wat Banden, and much more.

Don’t follow an itinerary that doesn’t take your interests into account—see Chiang Mai your way with a private, English-speaking driver who’ll take you to the attractions that most appeal to you. Rather than navigating public transport or missing out on scenery as you look at maps, you’ll be able to soak up the stunning countryside of northern Thailand in the air-conditioned comfort of your private vehicle.

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.

Discover the natural wonders of the Chiang Dao Valley on an action-packed full-day adventure from Chiang Mai. Paddle along the Mae Ping River on a kayaking excursion, admire the wild scenery of the Chiang Dao Jungle, then venture underground for a guided walk to the Buddhist shrines of Chiang Dao Cave.

Head up to Doi Inthanon National Park, home to Thailand’s highest peak, with this guided small-group trekking and cultural tour. You'll visit area highlights such as Wachirathan Falls, the King and Queen Chedis (pagodas), and a local coffee roasting facility, with a stop for an included lunch along the way.