Chiang Mai · GUIDED
The 15 best guided tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason — start there.
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.”
One-day Doi Inthanon trip with a Karen-guided Pha Dok Siew trek, twin pagodas, waterfalls, and Thailand’s highest point.
“We really enjoyed this trip - the main sites are of course beautiful but the lesser known spots along the trails were the highlight of the day. Our tour guide Narong provided lots of great information along the way and was a pleasure to chat with. The second trail was at times tiring in the heat but absolutely worth the effort.”
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”
Chiang Mai street food walk with markets and flower stalls, finishing with Hakka noodles. Food costs extra, guidance and carbon offsets included.
“The tour was really great. Not only did our guide speak excellent English, she also explained the local food specialities and many special features of the buildings in the districts. There was basically a city tour on top. However, I would recommend that you don't take the last tour of the day at 2.30pm, as many restaurants close at 4.00pm and you'll be in a bit of a rush. You should also bear in mind that it is also a short hike. That means you have to walk a bit between the stations. And because it doesn't make sense to eat dessert in the middle, it's also a bit of…”
Michelin Guide street food tour in Chiang Mai led by Natt, with 3 Michelin dishes plus Warorot Market stops in 2 hours.
“The guide was super informative to teach us the culture and history of Chiang mai and the food we ate, we ate at the Michelin places that were just amazing! What a great morning spending time walking and eating great food :)”
Train to Lamphun and bike Chiang Mai countryside with a small group: temples, Ping River lunch, Ban Tawai carving, Rajapruek park, guided.
“Plenjai was awesome! This is a great day trip! Lots to see and explore outside of Chiang Mai. Great Lunch and cool little towns. I highly recommend it.”
Drive a tuk tuk in rural Mae Wang, visit a mountainside temple with monks, feed and bathe elephants, then bamboo raft Chiang Mai.
“There is only in need of one Word fantastic!!!! It was a great day from start to end. Super super guide!! Really fun day driving own Tuk Tuk!! And the elefants, they were so cute and had their own mindset due to they were allowed by the stRead more”
Half-day guided e-bike ride from Chiang Mai through Nam Phrae hills, paved roads, temples, and villages, with lunch or snacks and small groups.
“Great experience. I was “toured” out and didn’t want to commit to a full day but still had some time to kill so I booked this last minute. It was great. Not only was the tour operator amazing, but I was able to see parts of Chiang Mai that I wouldn’t have seen without it. Fun way to spent a few hours”
Guided half-day fat-tire e-bike ride around Chiang Mai rice fields and temples, with hotel pickup, food, and easy pacing.
“Great experience, easy ride on a quality e-bike through Countryside outside the city in a small group. Our leader, Naem, was knowledgeable and friendly. We would use the company again.”
Evening small-group tour to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and Wat Pha Lat. English guide, forest calm, golden views, photo tips. $25
“We're very happy we decided to make a stop at Chiang Mai, the temples in the mountains are imersed in the forest, which gives them an extra beauty. Our guide was great, gave us a lot of info”
Spanish guided Chiang Mai elephant sanctuary tour with banana feeding, jungle walk, bathing, and Pad Thai lunch. Hotel pickup included.
Half-day cycling in Chiang Mai on quiet green roads, with Ping River views, village makers, temples, and Wiang Kum Kam ruins.
“Wonderful morning bike tour with our guide Wit winding through back alleys and rice fields on the outskirts of Chiang Mai. He gave very clear hand signals and made sure the crossings were safe. We stopped for a delicious snack and later a coffee. We also stopped at a couple of temples and he explained some of the Buddhist traditions with his 6 years experience as a former monk. There was a mix up getting to the meeting point but it was sorted out and we were able to go on the tour as planned. Overall great way to see a quieter part of chiang mai and close up view…”
Chiang Mai sticky waterfall hike plus a 1-hour ATV ride, with hotel pickup, Thai lunch, and an English guide for $102.65.
“Joe picked us up and took us on an incredible ATV adventure combined with a scenic waterfall hike. He demonstrated excellent knowledge, professionalism, and friendly communication throughout the tour. His pleasant demeanor and well-Read more”
Full-day guided tour from Chiang Mai to the White Temple, Blue Temple, Black House, plus Mae Kachan Hot Spring and Thai lunch.
“We hit all the best spots including white and blue temples, black museum, the hot springs, and the long neck village. The long neck village was optional and an additional fee but I would recommend! The guide did not have too much to say or explain but if you do a little reading before you go that will help. The lunch was a large buffet and the food was very good!”
Private Chiang Mai day with Wilai, a lady driver and guide, visiting Doi Suthep, Silver Temple, Chedi Luang, plus markets and a jungle temple.
“We had a lovely trip with Wilai. She is very knowledgeable and such insights make any trip way more interesting. Wilai has a great personality and customizes your trip to your needs, if required. I definitely would book her again.”
Every kind of day out around the city, and the best of each.
