All Northern Thailand Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 2

Don’t just eat the incredible food in Thailand; with this hands-on half-day experience—you can visit an organic farm and learn how to make local dishes from scratch. Discover expert tips on how to grow herbs and vegetables, and then take part in a cooking class where you can make a variety of dishes—such as curry paste, curry, stir-fry, soup, and spring rolls.

Famed for azure waters and white sand beaches, the Phi Phi Islands are a major hotspot for visitors to Thailand. But being stuck on a crowded tourist boat can spoil their beauty. This intimate door-to-door tour, with no more than 18 travelers in total, gets you to the hotspots early, ahead of the crowds, and finishes with lunch at the upscale Soho Pool Club.

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.

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.

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.

Spend a day exploring Chiang Rai and its surroundings with this full-day tour from Chiang Mai. You'll visit the city's iconic White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), the Blue Temple (Wat Rong Seur Ten), and the Baan Dam Museum. Upgrade to include a visit to a Karen community. Hotel pickup and round-trip transfers are included for your convenience.

Spend the day admiring elephants that have been rescued from terrible conditions during a half-day trip to the Elephant Rescue Center in Chiang Mai. You’ll learn about how the elephants are cared for and what they do on a day-to-day basis, and watch the taking baths in conditions close to their natural habitat.

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. Observe elephants, help prepare their food, and explore remote natural spots such as waterfalls, forests, and rivers with ease. Hotel pickup and seamless transport in an air-conditioned vehicle are included for your convenience.

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.

Don’t worry if you’ve only got limited time to visit Chiang Rai; this time-saving tour from Chiang Mai helps you tick off multiple temples and local highlights in a day. Discover Rong Khun Temple (also known as the White Temple); see the Golden Triangle—where the borders of Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand meet; enjoy a boat trip, and visit the Karen Long Neck Hill Tribe too, with lunch included to save you the hassle of bringing food with you.

Eliminate the worry of getting lost when exploring Chiang Mai at night by opting for this evening tuk-tuk tour after sunset. Escape the daytime heat and crowds while seeing the city illuminated. Ride between temples and visit a bustling night market, sampling local specialties. Entrance fees for Wat Chedi Luang and Wat Phra Singh are not included and must be paid in cash on the day of the tour.

The Doi Tung & Royal Villa tour offers an enriching exploration of the natural beauty and cultural heritage of northern Thailand. Nestled in Chiang Rai, Doi Tung is renowned for its stunning landscapes, vibrant gardens, and significant royal history, with the Royal Villa being the tour's centerpiece and former residence of the late Princess Mother. The Royal Villa showcases a captivating blend of traditional Lanna and Swiss chalet architecture, symbolizing the Princess Mother's dedication to her homeland and her commitment to sustainable practices. A standout feature of the tour is the Mae Fah Luang Garden, a breathtaking botanical oasis filled with an array of colorful flowers, captivating sculptures, and winding pathways that meander through the hillside. Overall, the Doi Tung & Royal Villa tour beautifully intertwines history, culture, and nature, providing visitors with a unique and tranquil experience in one of Thailand's most picturesque regions.

Engage with rescued elephants at E-Co Adventure Elephant Camp and explore a hidden jungle waterfall in Chiang Mai. This eco-adventure offers a chance to hand-feed gentle giants and walk alongside them in their natural habitat. After enjoying a delicious Thai lunch, dive into a secluded waterfall for a refreshing swim or glide down natural rock slides shaped by the flowing water. With round-trip transport included, this tour promises a unique blend of wildlife encounters and fun in nature without compromising ethical standards. - Discover rescued elephants in an ethical, no-riding camp - Hand-feed and walk with elephants amidst lush jungle trails - Swim and unwind at a hidden waterfall, exclusive to locals -Enjoy a delicious Thai lunch or dinner with a vegetarian option available, supporting a local village restaurant.

Discover the best of Chiang Mai in just a few hours on this walking tour. Soak up the city's unique atmosphere as you follow your guide to landmarks including Wat Phan Tao and Wat Phra Singh while hearing stories about the history of the city. Leave with a deeper understanding, and greater appreciation, of Chiang Mai.

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.

Learn to cook an authentic Thai meal with a full-day cooking class that includes pickup and drop-off at your Chiang Mai hotel. Pick ingredients from the organic market, then roll up your sleeves to cook a meal of classic Thai dishes. An expert cooking instructor will walk you through each step, and you’ll get to enjoy the meal you’ve prepared at the end of the lesson. Both morning and evening classes are available.

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 more out of your time in Thailand with this combination of a market tour and a Thai cooking class. At the market, you can learn fun facts about fresh ingredients and how to identify them. Then later, learn to cook seven traditional dishes, relax by the Grand Canyon Chiang Mai, and receive an e-recipe book so you can recreate the dishes once you get home.

The longest and highest Zipline in Asia! Challenge yourself with a total 3,600-meter-long zipline over the forest of Chiang Mai mountains. Test your body-controlling skill on various platforms including bridges, nets, and spiral staircases. KingKong Smile Zipline is exciting and fun experience you must try!

Learn the secrets behind some of Thailand’s most delicious dishes, like sticky rice with mango, Pad Thai, or Tomyum soup, during this hands-on cooking class. Follow your guide to the local market to shop for fresh seasonal produce, pick fresh herbs from their organic garden, then create your own personalized menu of five different dishes (including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options). Sit down to enjoy your tasty home-cooked lunch and receive a recipe book as a souvenir.

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, then visit the Sticky Waterfall, Bai Orchid and Butterfly Farm, Wat Banden, and much more.

Experience Chiang Mai’s night markets with an insider guide on this evening food tour. Enjoy a mixture of exploring the city on foot and by songthaew (shared truck). Bring an appetite for this small-group food tour, which includes samples of all sorts of tasty treats, and learn how to order in Thai.

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.

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.