Chiang Mai · CITY TOURS
The good city tours fill up in high season and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Guided 3-hour walk through Chiang Mai’s Old City temples, featuring Wat Chedi Luang and Wat Phra Singh, with an English local guide.
“An excellent tour of 3 temples. My only criticism is that it was perhaps a little long. I thought we would have heard a little about the Old City as well as the temples.”
3-hour guided walk through Chiang Mai’s Old City temples, from Wat Chiang Man to Wat Chedi Luang. Small group, local guide.
“Excellent walking tour around the old city of Chiang mai. Our guide Pun was extremely knowledgeable and explained lots about the history of the city and its temples. A great way to see the old town and understand the history and culture. Recommended”
Full-day Chiang Rai trip from Chiang Mai: White Temple, Chiang Saen ruins, Golden Triangle boat ride, Opium House, lunch, pickup.
“I can’t say enough about this amazing tour!! We loved every aspect of it & the lunch provided at a local restaurant was NEXT LEVEL! Our guide was Tui & he spoke great English. He was extremely knowledgeable & we loved him. Highly recommend booking this tour!!”
Chiang Mai Old City by bike, morning or night. Temples, gates and monuments plus market snacks on a relaxed 4-hour ride.
“It was the perfect way to visit the city. I really enjoyed it. My guide was great and I learnt a lot from him. Thank you again!”
Morning Chiang Mai walking tour to Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Pan Tao, and Wat Phra Singh, led by a Buddhism-focused guide for $15.
“Kapoon is a lovely guide and answers all your questions. I learnt a great deal and had all my questions answered while on the tour.”
Guided bike tour through Chiang Mai Old City with temples, gates, and a market stop, plus snacks, water, helmets, and English guidance.
“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!!”
Small-group Chiang Mai temple tour to Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, and Wat Pha Lat, with pickup and admission included.
“Really enjoyed these temples and our tour guide was very knowledgable! Som made sure we got to see everything and the transportation was on time.”
Private tuk-tuk half-day through Chiang Mai Old City temples and markets with hotel pickup, private ride, and simple timing. Watch for extra shop stops.
“Our driver was great. He was on time and drove us to various spots. We also had our own requests which he accommodated. My only issue was with the air quality in the city. If you have asthma or lung issues you might want to skip the tuktuk and take a taxi with air conditioning instead.”
Night kayaking on Chiang Mai's Ping River. Paddle 6 km past Mai Yai trees, glowing bridges and skyline lights, with pickup included.
“The staff couldn’t have been more attentive to the two of us in our senior years. This kayaking trip has become one of my favourite memories in my travel experiences. It was magical. Your staff was excellent. High five to you all and our heartfelt thanks. Valerie Phelps and Cindy Bennett.”
Private night bike tour in Chiang Mai Old City with lit temples, historic gates, and a market snack stop on a relaxed ride.
“Very enjoyable experience , well organised professional organisation and excellent tour guide. Thank you for a memorable experience. Will definitely be booking longer cycle tour with next time.”
Half-day Chiang Mai temple tour with Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, city wats, hotel pickup, and air-conditioned comfort. Expert guide, 3 hours.
“I give a 5 stars to the tour guide Mrs. Nai. The guided tour was good with history and cultural acknowledge.”
Private tuk-tuk half-day through Chiang Mai’s Old City temples and gates, ending at Muang Mai or Warorot markets.
“The driver was helpful and speak good English and share some information on the sights taken. His pleasant mannerisms deserve an applaud and his driving skills and temperament is excellent. The almost 4 hour trip was done in a relaxed and not rush manner . Visited the temples and given plenty of time for us to look around the sights before moving on to other sights to visit. Alan was kind enough to take picture for me and my wife. Would recommend others as the tuk tuk trip provide for sightseeing the streets of Thailand and savor the location which one could not if in a car or just walking.”
Private tuk tuk temple tour in Chiang Mai with Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra Singh, Silver Temple, Three Kings Monument, and Warorot Market.
“Guide was very knowledgeable and allowed us time to explore and ask questions. Would highly recommend”
Chiang Mai Temple & City Tour Part II with a 08.20 start, four iconic temples, Shan and Burmese stories, and guide-led etiquette for $31.
“great experience and nice introduction to local customs and Buddhism. I'd recommend this tour because we covered majority of the biggest temples in the city and left with a great impression”
Chiang Mai half-day city bike tour through Wat Sri Suphan, Warorot Market, Chang Klang, with snacks and bike and helmet included.
“Vivi and Tum were such fantastic guides- warm, engaging, caring and fun! They made the trip!!! I had such a wonderful experience- highly recommend doing this as a way to explore Chiang Mai. 10 out of 10!!!”
Every kind of day out around the city, and the best of each.
