Chiang Mai: Historic Old City Bike Tour - Morning or Night
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Chiang Mai, Thailand
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
See more of Chiang Mai’s Old City that you could on foot with this half-day guided bike tour that includes ancient temples, local markets, and landmarks. Pedal through back lanes while learning about the city’s culture and history, with a stop at a local market to sample simple snacks. Choose a morning or night departure for a relaxed cultural ride covering around 7.5 miles (12 kilometers).
- A perfect introduction for first-time visitors to Chiang Mai
- Stay fueled with included snacks and beverages
- An English-speaking guide will lead the way
- Upgrade to a private tour for a fully personalized experience
What's Included
- Engaging stories, local insights, and cultural explanations along the route
- Quality mountain bike and safety helmet
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Friendly English-speaking guide
- Drinking water and light snacks
- Temple donation allowance
- Accidental insurance
- Relaxed small-group biking experience
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities (optional)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Discova Day Tour Shop Chiang Mai10, 3 Wiang Kaew Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Muang, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50000, Thailand
Meet at Discova Day Tour Shop Chiang Mai. Address: 10/3 Wiang Kaew Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Muang, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand. Near Chang Puak Gate (north gate). Please look for a greenery co-working space "Punspace" - our office will be located in front of it.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Discova Day Tour Shop Chiang Mai
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Tha Phae Gateve
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
3
Wat Chedi Luang Varavihara
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Wat Inthakhin Sadue Muang
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
5
Three Kings Monument
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
6
Chiang Mai
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
7
Discova Day Tour Shop Chiang Mai
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Lead passenger contact information is requested at the time of booking
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- Child Seats is available upon request, child seats could accommodate for kid's weight 14kg only.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
David_T
This is a really good activity. Kitty was our guide. He was very professional and full of local knowledge. The cycling was safe on many back lanes of the old town.
The smoothie stop, with local snacks picked up around our journey was a brilliant end to our morning.
I would highly recommend this.
Reviews
4.8
based on 209 reviews
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Joey_N, May 2026
Farm was an amazing guide! This is a must do! My only wish is that I did it earlier in my trip to explore all those hidden cafes and eateries in the small side streets. We also saw temples and markets. Very enjoyable 10/10 🙌🏼
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for the 10/10 review! We’re thrilled Farm showed you the charm of our local side streets, hidden cafes, and temples. It is wonderful to hear the tour was a highlight of your trip. We always recommend booking early to make the most of our local tips! We look forward to welcoming you back for more professional and insightful explorations.
Rinaldo_B, Mar 2026
Easy ride through the old town. My guide Farm was knowledgeable and flexible. As I was the only person in the group, I asked if we could travel a bit further. I loved it, especially along the canal.
Bike was in good condition and easy to ride. The route was very flat and roads were generally very quiet, I felt safe all the time.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your kind words! We are thrilled you enjoyed the quiet route through Old Town and felt safe throughout. It’s great to hear Farm’s flexibility made your solo ride along the canal so special. We take pride in our well-maintained bikes and expert guides. Your experience perfectly captures the seamless, professional service we strive for. We hope to welcome you back soon!
David_T, Feb 2026
This is a really good activity. Kitty was our guide. He was very professional and full of local knowledge. The cycling was safe on many back lanes of the old town.
The smoothie stop, with local snacks picked up around our journey was a brilliant end to our morning.
I would highly recommend this.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for the great review. We’re delighted you enjoyed the cycling tour and Kitty’s local insights. It’s wonderful to hear the route felt safe and that the smoothie and local snacks were a highlight. We truly appreciate the recommendation.
nicole_c, Feb 2026
It was an interesting tour gave you some information about where you can go and what you can see. I wish I would have done the tour at the beginning of my stay instead of the end. I also wish we would have spent a little more time at the market and a little more time at the temples our tour could take up to four hours and we were done in three.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We’re happy the tour helped you discover places to visit. We appreciate your suggestions about timing and pacing and will share them with our team to improve the experience for future guests.
adrian_f, Dec 2025
It is very easy rising through the back streets of Chiangmai with a few stops along the way to absorb Thai history.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the effortless experience exploring Chiang Mai's backstreets and absorbing Thai history during your stops. Providing smooth, insightful experiences is our goal, and your feedback affirms our professional standards. We hope to welcome you back soon.
Sara_H, Dec 2025
this is a great way to see some of the highlights of the old town area, learn about the history of Chiang Mai, and take in the sites. Farm was a great guide, we stayed mostly on quieter streets so we weren't fighting with cars on busy streets, and Farm even showed us a great place for lunch and a massage after we were finished.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We're glad you enjoyed exploring Chiang Mai’s highlights and history in a relaxed, safe way. Great to hear Farm made the experience even better with helpful tips for lunch and a massage. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again!
Karen_J, Nov 2025
This is a great way to see the quieter back streets of Old Town Chiang Mai and visit temples and the Three Kings Monument. Our guide Mr. T shared lots of information about Buddhism and local history. We felt safe following his direction and cycling the chosen route. Quality bikes and helmets are provided, as well as a refreshing drink and a snack. We enjoyed touring Old Town in this way. Thank you Mr. T!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed exploring the quieter back streets of Old Town Chiang Mai and visiting temples and the Three Kings Monument. Mr. T will be thrilled by your kind words. We’re glad you felt safe, comfortable, and well cared for throughout the tour!
Dana_s, Nov 2025
omg this was hands down the best tour we did all vacation. seeing the city on a bike was incredible. we got to travel down little alleys, see local sites and hit the main town temples. I HIGHLY recommend this for anyone looking to get off your feet and do something different. we had 3 teenage boys and this was perfect!!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that the bike tour was the highlight of your vacation. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed exploring alleys, local sites, and temples, and that it was perfect for your teenage boys. Your high recommendation means a lot—so glad you had such an incredible experience!
Rachel_E, Mar 2025
Great tour with a small group. We were slightly late and the guide was very accommodating. Highly recommend as a way to see the city and find you way around. Thank you
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that our guide was able to accommodate your schedule. It’s wonderful to know that the tour helped you get a better feel for the city.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back on another tour soon!
Ben_M, Feb 2025
Nice bike ride around old town of Chiang May. Owner/guide Kitty was very informative on all kind of topics. Do this ride on the first day of your visit and you will know the city for the rest of your stay.
Response from Host, Feb 2025
We're so happy you enjoyed the Chiang Mai bike tour and Kitty's expertise! It's wonderful to hear it helped you get acquainted with the city. We appreciate your kind words and hope you have a fantastic stay.
Jennifer_D, Feb 2025
The biks tour was a fun way to get around town and visit key places. Our guide James (007) spoke clear English and was very knowledgeable in Thai history. Learning and understanding what you are looking at makes the visuals even better. The bikes were in great condition.
Response from Host, Feb 2025
We're thrilled you enjoyed the bike tour and exploring the city with the legendary 007 (James)! His passion for Thai history truly shines through, and we're so glad it enhanced your experience. Thanks for the fantastic review!
TaraGeiger, Feb 2025
There were 5 of us in our group and we had a wonderful morning riding around the old city. We stopped at a pop up market for the upcoming flower festival and tried all sorts of foods. The temples were nice and quiet- different from the larger ones we visited in Bangkok, so that was nice. Our tour guide, Farm, was very knowledgeable and friendly. We loved going through the back alleys and then ended at a cafe for some final beverages. I highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Feb 2025
We're so happy to hear you and your group of five enjoyed such a wonderful morning exploring the old city! Farm is indeed a gem, and we're delighted his knowledge and friendliness enhanced your experience, especially the quiet temples and local market treats. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back again someday!
Kelly_G, Jan 2025
Amazing trip! Biked through the back alleys and areas of Chiang Mai only a local would know. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and safely brought us through the city. Lots of delicious snacks throughout too!
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed exploring Chiang Mai's hidden gems with our knowledgeable guide. It’s great to hear you felt safe and loved the delicious local snacks along the way. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
Kori_S, Jan 2025
This was an unexpectedly fun and light activity in old town Chiang Mai. Our guide was very knowledgeable and attentive, and it was a fun way to see the city.
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Thank you for your great review! We're so glad you had fun exploring Chiang Mai with our knowledgeable guide. It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the experience, and we hope to welcome you again soon!
Emma_M, Dec 2024
My guide was wonderful. He was amiable, knowledgeable and fun.
I was lucky enough to be on the booking alone. So I essentially got a private tour of old town, seeing temples which aren't usually visited and getting personal insight into the history of the city.
I learnt much more than I expected, tried new foods in the market enjoyed cycling in the sun and learnt more about Buddhism. It was one of my favorite experiences in Chiang Mai. A solid recommendation from me.
Jane_M, Dec 2024
What a fantastic experience, probably the best thing we’ve done in Chiang Mai. A great way to see the old city and our guide, Kitty was great. Would highly recommend.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that the tour was the highlight of your time in Chiang Mai. It's great to know you enjoyed exploring the old city with Kitty as your guide. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another tour in the future!
Sophie_C, Dec 2024
We did this on our first day in Chiang Mai, it was absolutely amazing! The tour guide we had was so much fun, taught us loads about Chiang Mai, took loads of photos and took us on a really cool route. We saw areas of Chiang Mai we wouldn’t never have seen. Back streets, where all the local food markets were (we had the best coconut we’ve had our whole trip here), he got us some fresh fruit from the market. We had a small group of just 3 of us, which was perfect it felt really personal. He took us down a really beautiful canal and did a little off roading.
I can’t recommend this tour enough!
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing experience on your first day in Chiang Mai. It’s wonderful to know that the tour, the guide, and the unique route made your time memorable. We’re glad you enjoyed the local markets, fresh fruit, and the off-roading adventure! Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back for another great tour in the future!
Abbie_Y, Nov 2024
Gun was the perfect tour guide he was very knowledgeable and had a good sense of humor, I felt the tour was the perfect length. I learnt things I wouldn’t have known by exploring by myself. We were also provided with water and local snacks for no extra charge.
Response from Host, Dec 2024
Thank you for your kind words and for choosing our tour!
We're delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic time with Gun. We pride ourselves on providing knowledgeable and friendly guides, and it's great to know that Gun exceeded your expectations.
We hope to see you again soon!
Jeremiah_D, Nov 2024
Tour guide was very informative on the various attractions we visited
the cycling we did was very easy and was on all flat ground
we had a nice drink at the end at a local cafe
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found your guide informative. We're also glad the cycling was easy and enjoyable, with the flat route making it comfortable to explore the area. It’s great that you had the chance to relax and enjoy a nice drink at the local cafe to wrap up your experience.
We hope to welcome you back soon for more unforgettable adventures!
MaiNguyen_B, Nov 2024
This was such a great experience! Kitty and Tom were fantastic guides. The bikes were easy to use and the route is flat. Tom took so many videos and photos that he airdropped to us while we had coffee together at the end of the tour. Kitty was very knowledgeable of Chiang Mai’s history. In the temples he helped us participate in the small activities that were offered. They also took us to a bustling food market and Kitty had us try local foods and produce. We definitely learned so much and tried things we wouldn’t have known to on our own. It was truly a highlight of our trip. Thanks!!
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Thank you for such a wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that you had a fantastic experience with Kitty and Tom. It's great that the bikes were easy to use and that the route was comfortable, allowing you to fully enjoy the sights of Chiang Mai. We're especially pleased to know that the photos and videos made your tour even more memorable.
Kitty and Tom are passionate about sharing the history and culture of Chiang Mai, and we're glad you appreciated the local food and activities along the way. We strive to create unique experiences, and it’s wonderful to hear that this tour was a highlight of your trip!
We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you on another adventure in the future!
Jenny_C, Oct 2024
Fantastic guide and great trip round the old town. Very informative and enjoyable. Hit all the key bits and had time to look round , ask photos and take photos.
Would definitely recommend this trip.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time exploring the old town with our guide. It’s great to know you found the experience informative and enjoyable, with plenty of time to explore and capture those special moments. Your recommendation means a lot to us! We hope to see you on another adventure soon!
Mohamed_D, Aug 2024
We extremely enjoyed the afternoon bike ride of the city being in the good hands of Farm! The kids felt safe and so did we.
Farm being well knowledgeable of the places we visited was able to provide us with some interesting background stories and facts. We loved the tour!
The only regret we had was the little time we spent in the market. We wished we had stayed longer to learn more about the different fruits, spices, vegetables, etc…and purchase a few things.
Other than that Farm, a resourceful guide, was extraordinarily kind and patient with us all. We much appreciated it all! Thank you Farm!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience on our Bike Historic Old City Chiang Mai tour! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a great time with Farm. It’s wonderful to know that you felt safe and well-guided throughout the tour.
Farm takes great pride in sharing the rich history and culture of Chiang Mai, and we’re glad that his knowledge and stories added to your experience. We appreciate your feedback about the time spent at the market and will consider this for future tours to ensure an even better experience.
Your kind words about Farm’s patience and kindness mean a lot to us. We’ll be sure to pass on your thanks to him.
Thank you once again for choosing us, and we hope to have the pleasure
Geraldine_L, Jul 2024
We loved this ride around the old town with our excellent guide, James, who kept us safe on the roads and laneways. He explained the history of Chiang Mai as we visited temples and the local market. Learning about northern Thai culture and cuisine was so interesting and sampling a delicious fruit smoothie was a highlight.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the bike ride around Chiang Mai’s old town with James. It’s great to know that his guidance and knowledge made the experience both safe and informative.
We’re thrilled that learning about northern Thai culture and cuisine, as well as sampling the fruit smoothie, were highlights of your tour. Your enjoyment and satisfaction are our top priorities, and we’re glad to have been a part of your Chiang Mai adventure.
Thank you for choosing our tour, and we look forward to welcoming you on another journey in the future!
Gabriella_M, Jan 2024
The bike tour was really an excellent way to see the city and its main historical spots and Wats.
We really enjoyed the tour and our guide was great and explained us many details about the places we visited, about Buddhism and about Thai history. We would definitely recommend this tour!!
Laura_Y, Jan 2024
Gun was an amazing bike tour guide - he brought us to beautiful temples, explored the market with us, and also took amazing photos for us. I got to learn a little more about the old city of Chiang Mai which I didn’t know before! Highly recommend going on this short adventure to exercise and learn more.
Craig_C, Jan 2024
This was fine if you wanted a bike tour of old city temples. That was ninety percent tour. I was expecting more old old city history, neighborhoods, markets etc
Urvashi_R, Jul 2023
Cycling through the little alleyways was the best part for me as the rest seemed a bit rushed except for the smoothie stop and the local market at the end.
The list of things included is a bit incorrect as we didn’t go to all the temples noted and one of them you can’t go into as a woman and so I don’t understand why I had to pay for it.
We joined a really big group of 10 people and after the first stop the second part of the group missed a turn and so there was a bit of waiting and faffing around while they caught up. I don’t understand why as there were two guides so they could have just split the group in two in the first place.
The guide Amy was super nice though and very knowledgeable and friendly. She spoke excellent English and didn’t ride off too fast.
The cycling part wasn’t very long either. It would have been better in my view to cross cross the city so you got more time cycling. It was all a bit stop start stop start for me.
I was booking again I would make sure it was private and I’d tailor it to just temples and key monuments cutting out the market because if yiu do a food tour too that is a bit repetitive.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Dear Urvashi,
Many thank for your sharing feedback to us. I will inform my team get improve on our service care during tours. We are looking to welcome you join our tour in other destinations (Bangkok, Siem Reap, Hoi An) in future.
Kind Regards,
Pagna
Kristen_C, Jul 2023
We had tour guide boy, English translation. There were 8 of us. It was a great tour to get to see old city and all it has to offer. Boy was kind, funny, and made sure everyone was taken care us and looked after. His English was very clear and he took us to authentic experiences.
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Dear Kristen,
Thank you so much for all of your compliment. It's our pleasure and delightful to have you on the tour and very happy to hear that you really enjoyed the tour in Chiang Mai.
Hoping you will consider for biking with us, and we cannot wait to see you again on another trip with Grasshopper in the nearest future.
Warm regards
Somany
Carlo_F, Jun 2023
Amazing bike tour of the best sites in Chiang Mai's city center. Our tour guide "Boy" was very knowledgeable, and guided us safely through city traffic.
Response from Host, Jun 2023
Dear Carlo,
Thank you so much for all of your compliment. It's our pleasure to have you on the tour and very happy to hear that you really enjoyed it. Thanks again for biking with us and we can not waiting to see you again on another trip with Grasshopper in the nearest future.
Warm regards,
Somany
Julianna_M, Nov 2019
What a great way to experience old Chiang Mai up close and personal! Our guide Nene was very knowledgeable and gave us background of all that we saw. She is also friendly and personable. When we arrived at the office, our bikes were ready to go and in great shape. The trip was well organized and our safety was of utmost importance. We even got to stop for a smoothie at a local’s business connected to her home! I highly recommend this one-of-a-kind excursion!!
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