Chiang Mai Temples and Market Tuk Tuk Night Tour
Description
Join our ‘Tuk-tuk tour Chiang Mai by Night’ and experience the ‘Rose of the North’ after sunset when the busy city slows down and the temperature is excellent. Take in quiet temples that light up when the sun goes down and stroll around Chiang Mai’s famous bustling night market and satisfy your tasting buds. Enjoy photo stops at Chiang Mai’s most intriguing spots. Let’s drive the streets to absorb the local atmosphere! Our local guide will tell you interesting stories about the places we pass and about Chiang Mai in general. NOTES: ***The entrance fees for Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang (THB 50 per person, per temple) are NOT included in the tour price and must be paid in cash on the day of the tour.*** ***On Sundays, the Sunday Walking Street takes place in the center of Chiang Mai. This means it can be very busy and certain streets are closed for traffic. Please make sure to leave in good time to reach the meeting point.***
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Wat Phra Singh is one of the most famous and most attractive temples within the walled old city of Chiang Mai. The temple, which is also known as “The Monastery of the Lion Buddha” is an active temple, with many monks and novices living there. Wat Phra Singh dates back to the 14th century when Chiang Mai was the capital of the Lanna Kingdom, and is one of the finest examples of classic Lanna style temple architecture. **The duration included traveling time from the Meeting point to an attraction.
Wat Phan Tao is one of the oldest temples in Chiang Mai. The temple's first structures were built probably in the late 14th century. Located within the old walled city, just next to Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phan Tao is well known for its exquisite Lanna-style 'viharn', the ordination hall, entirely made of teakwood on a stone base.
Wat Chedi Luang, also known as “The temple of the Great Stupa”, is an impressive temple ruin. The construction of the temple lasted from 1391 to 1475. Although the temple collapsed in 1545 due to an earthquake, it was for centuries the tallest building in Chiang Mai. The massive and very impressive chedi (pagoda) dominating the area is its most prominent feature. Wat Chedi Luang is also famous for once housing the Emerald Buddha, one of the most important religious relics in Thailand, which can now be found in the Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok.
Just outside the old walled city center of Chiang Mai, Wat Lok Molee is one of the city’s older temples. The temple that is also known as the Wat Lok Molee houses one of the largest and most impressive chedis in Chiang Mai. The massive chedi was built in 1527 when it must have dominated the area. The chedi contains the ashes of several Kings of the Mengrai dynasty, who ruled the Lanna Kingdom from the end of the 13th century until 1558 when the Burmese invaded the Kingdom.
Chiang Mai Night Bazaar is the most famous market in Chiang Mai, and one of the top tourist attractions in the city. This night bazaar consists of street-side stalls selling mostly clothing and handicrafts. You will also find a wide range of (street)food and snacks at the market. It is here where we will enjoy a simple meal and a dessert. After that, it's time to say goodbye to your guide. You can take a tuk-tuk back to your hotel (not included) or further explore the Chiang Mai Night Bazaar on your own.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that the entrance fees for Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang (THB 50 per person, per temple) are not included in the tour price and must be paid in cash on the day of the tour.
- As our tours run on a group basis, we can wait a maximum of 10 minutes after the scheduled meeting time. After this grace period, the guide will begin the tour. If you cannot make it on time, please let us know before the tour starts. If possible, we’ll do our best to reschedule you for the next available day, though a rescheduling fee will apply.
- Our tours operate rain or shine, as tropical rain showers in Thailand usually don’t last long. If it rains heavily, we try to seek shelter and will continue as soon as the weather improves. During the rainy season, it’s a good idea to bring a raincoat or poncho. Please note cancellations due to weather are not eligible for a refund.
- On Sundays, the Sunday Walking Street takes place in the center of Chiang Mai. This means it can be very busy and certain streets are closed for traffic. Please make sure to leave in good time to reach the meeting point.
Reviews(130)
This is a really nice tour if you’re into the religious background of Chiang Mai and temples. Personally just wanted a fun way to see the city and felt like this tour was not the right fit for my family and I. It focused solely on temples and religion. We went on the tour thinking it was short and sweet overview of Chiang Mai. After about 1.5 hours in temples, we were too hungry to go on. If you don’t buy a ticket, you’re basically just standing around too. Thankfully our tour guide was so gracious about leaving early and just going to the night market on our own. They even gave us some money that would have been used for the night market portion of the tour for desserts. Jane was an understanding tour guide but I personally wouldn’t recommend this tour unless you’re deeply into learning about Buddhism and Thai temples.
Great tour with a wonderful guide. A night of beautiful temples, culture, night market, and fun. Great group of people I got to meet on the tour and would highly recommend.
We went to several temples and a market. Maggie was our guide and she is what makes this tour so special. She is a very sweet person and has a passion for the Buddhism and Thailand. Thank you Maggie for being a part of our Thailand story and letting us get to know you and your culture.
Had a great experience, Saman was a great host. We learned a lot.
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are thrilled to hear you had a blast and we hope to see you again!
Nancy was a great tour guide! We really enjoyed learning from her. She was very knowledgeable and took the time to answer our questions and explain Thai culture. Riding in a tuk tuk was also great. Ended at the night bazaar where Nancy got us a dinner and dessert that was delicious! Would recommend this tour!
We greatly appreciate your 5-star rating and we are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful experience with us!
No doubt the best evening we have had in Thailand this year The tour guide was so knowledgeable and so kind, and fun. Such a lovely tour with a guide that made it rememberable
Wow, five stars! We’re excited to hear you had a great experience with us. Thanks so much for the perfect rating!
Nancy was wonderful explaining the history of Thailand and especially Chiang Mai. She brought the colorful history alive with proudness, knowledge and love. Add bonus is her great photos of me in her great city.
Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear that Nancy made such a positive impact on your experience. We hope you’ll join us again on your next visit to Chiang Mai!
Great way to see the Temples at night. Our guide was very knowledgeable and made sure we all had the best experience 🙏✨
Khob khun kha, thank you for your review. We are really delighted to hear you had a wonderful experience with us and we hope to see you again!
Jane was an amazing tour guide. Gave us lots of good info on the history of the temples and of Chiang Mai. Great food recommendation - the Khao Soi. Yum!
Sawadee kha Joshua, We are happy to hear you had a wonderful tour with us. Jane will be thrilled to hear your kind words! Thank you for your review!
Jane was an excellent guide to the temples of Chiang Mai, introduced us to the history, religion and lifestyle of the Thais. We end with a meal at the market, tasting the local flavors.
Thank you so much for your positive feedback! We appreciate your kind words and are so glad that you had a great experience with us.
