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Chiang Mai in 2 Days: The Ideal Itinerary

Two days in Chiang Mai lets you add Chiang Rai. This 2-day itinerary covers elephants and temples on day one and the White Temple on day two — with the top-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Elephants & temples
  2. 2Day 2: Chiang Rai
  3. 3White & Blue temples
  4. 4Cooking evenings

Day 1: elephants & temples

Meet elephants and visit Doi Suthep.

Day 2: Chiang Rai

See the White and Blue temples.

Evenings: Thai food

Take a cooking class or hit the night market.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Chiang Mai — prices per person.

Chiang Mai 1 Day: Elephant Sanctuary, Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting
Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai 1 Day: Elephant Sanctuary, Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting
5.0(27)·9 hours
from$68/ person
via Viator
Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Trip
Chiang Mai
Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Trip
5.0(1,370)·13 hours
from$149/ person
via Viator
Half Day Evening Cooking Class with Market Tour in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai
Half Day Evening Cooking Class with Market Tour in Chiang Mai
5.0(97)·4 hours
from$29/ person
via Viator
Smile Elephant Chiangmai (Half day Visit)
Chiang Mai
Smile Elephant Chiangmai (Half day Visit)
5.0(17)·6 hours
from$49/ person
via Viator
From Chiang Rai: 3 Temples, Golden Triangle Tour, Tea Plantation
Chiang Rai
From Chiang Rai: 3 Temples, Golden Triangle Tour, Tea Plantation
4.9(16)·10 hours
from$79/ person
via Viator
Half Day Morning Cooking Class with Market Tour in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai
Half Day Morning Cooking Class with Market Tour in Chiang Mai
5.0(90)·4 hours
from$29/ person
via Viator
Chiang Mai: Thai Cooking Class and Elephant Sanctuary Observation
Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai: Thai Cooking Class and Elephant Sanctuary Observation
5.0(11)·11 hours
from$83/ person
via Viator
Chiang Rai 7 Highlights: White & Blue Temple + Lunch
Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai 7 Highlights: White & Blue Temple + Lunch
4.9(33)·11 hours
from$42/ person
via Viator

Chiang Mai in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Chiang Mai?
Two days covers elephants and the temples on day one, and the spectacular White and Blue temples of Chiang Rai on day two, a great mix of wildlife, culture and surreal art.
What should I not miss in 2 days in Chiang Mai?
An ethical elephant sanctuary, Doi Suthep and the old-city temples, a cooking class, and a day trip to Chiang Rai’s White Temple.
Is Chiang Rai worth it from Chiang Mai?
Yes — though a long day, the surreal White Temple, vivid Blue Temple and Golden Triangle make Chiang Rai one of the most spectacular day trips from Chiang Mai.

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