Kong La gave us one of the most unforgettable days of our entire Thailand trip. From the moment he picked us up, everything felt thoughtful, unhurried, and deeply personal. He took us up into the hills to visit the Long Neck Karen village in a way that felt respectful and authentic - not rushed, not performative, but genuinely educational and human. We learned so much, and it never felt like a “tour stop,” but a meaningful experience. From there, we wound through the mountains to the tea plantation, where the views were absolutely breathtaking. Kong La knew exactly where to go, when to go, and gave us the space to take it all in while sharing the history and culture behind what we were seeing. It felt like traveling with a local friend who loves his home and wants you to love it too. And then ASA Farmstay… the highlight of highlights. Arriving there felt like stepping into another world. Kong La didn’t just drop us off - he helped bridge the experience so we understood what made this place so special. Learning about cultivation, harvesting ingredients, and cooking traditional Thai food from scratch with the family was something we will talk about for the rest of our lives.
Chiang Mai Temples & City
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At a glance
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Price from
- $122 / person
- Location
- Chiang Mai, Thailand
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 10 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 9
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Bravo Indochina Tours
Description
The city of Chiang Mai has a wealth of beautiful and historic Buddhist Wats (temples), and on this tour a visit to the most fascinating Wats is made. On this immersive full-day tour, see the many faces of Chiang Mai, including the marvel at the ancient temples Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Wat Chet Yot, Wat Suan Dok, Wat Phra Singh, Wat Chedi Luang & Wat Chiang Man, steeped in culture and history. - Guided excursion to 6 well-known temples of Chiang Mai - Exploration of fascinating Chiang Mai ancient temples - Wat Phra That Doi Suthep with far-reaching city views - Visit to 15th-century Wat Chet Yot with its 7-spire stupa - The historic Buddha relic at Wat Suan Dok - Stress-free roundtrip transportation to & from your hotel
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:30 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 3+)
- $122
- Child (ages 1–2)
- $61
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $235.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
Itinerary: 8:30am - pick up from hotel to visit Doi Suthep Temple, the most famous temple in the north on top of the hill. Wat Pra That Doi Suthep,Containing a holy relux of Buddha and is reached bu 306 steps, flanked by mythical Nagas balustrade on either side, the panoramic views of the city from temple ground are truly spectaculars on a clear day.
Wat Ched Yot
10:30am -Wat Jed Yod, the Wat Ched Yod is an attractive Lanna are temple complex in the outskirts od Chiang Mai that contains some very unique architecture. The temple that is also known as Wat Chet Yod and Wat Photharam Maha Vihara is a Royal temple dating back to 15th Century.Its architectural style shows Lanna, Rattanakosin , Lao , Chinese and Indian influence. The temple was built during the reign og King Tilokkarat, King of the Lanna Kingdom from 1441 until 1487. The Kings ashes are enshrined in a chedi on the temple grounds.
Wat Suan Dok
11:30am - Wat Suan Dok, is localted just west of the old walled part of Chiang Mai is a very old temple knows for its large numver of white chedis or pagodas. Wat Suan Dok literally means flower garden temple. The temple derives its name from the location where it was built. The temple area was once used as a Royal flower gardens by the ruler of Chiang Mai. The most noticeable features of the Wat Suan Dok is the large number of chedis.The tallest golden chedi in Sri Lankan style is 48 meters high and contains the relic of the Buddha. A large number of smaller white chedis contain the ashes of members of several generations of the Chiang Mai Royal Family. The ashes were brought here from several places in Chiangmai as requested by Princess Dara Rashmi early 20th century. In 1477 the 8th World Buddhist Council was held here to discuss the texts of the Tripitaka, the scriptures containing the buddhist teachings.
Wat Phra Singh
13:00 pm- Wat Phra Singh, there was several magnificent and very old temples within the walled old city of Chiang Mai , with the Wat Phra Singh being one of the most attractive. The temples which is also known as The Monastery of the Lion Buddha or The temple of he Lion Buddha is an active temple with hundreds of monks and novices living there . The Wat Phra Singh housed a number of highly and very old Buddha images.
Wat Chedi Luang Varavihara
14:00- Wat Chedi Luang , its most prominent features is the massive and very impressive chedi (pagoda)dominating the area. The chedi was ordered by King Sean Muang Ma to enshrine the ashes of his father. Constructing began in 1391 and lastes almost a century. when the chedi was finally finsihed in 1475 during the reign of King Tilokarat it had reached a height of about 85 meters and a width of 44 meters which made it by far te
Wat Chiang Man
15:00 pm - Wat Chiang Man, is the oldest temple in Chiang Mai and goes back all the way to founding of the city in 1296. When King Mengrai decided to build a new city and make it the new capital of the Lanna Kingdom , he build the Wat Chiang Man as the first temple of the new city on the site he used to supervise the construction of Chiang Mai. The temple holds servaral very old and important Buddha images . 16:30 - 17:00 - Back to hotel
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Hotel pick up and drop off
Bottled water
Entrance fees for mentioned visits
English speaking guide (for other languages supplements apply)
Not included
Tips, Travel insurance
Alcoholic Beverages
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
10 reviews
How it compares in Chiang Mai
- Rated higher than 76% of 360 reviewed tours in Chiang Mai
- Starting price $122 is 43% above the typical $85 for tours of similar length in Chiang Mai
Excurgo comparison of 1,343 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Chiang Mai Temples & City take?
Chiang Mai Temples & City lasts about 10 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Chiang Mai Temples & City cost?
Prices start at $122 per person for this Chiang Mai experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $235. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Chiang Mai Temples & City run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM.
How much does Chiang Mai Temples & City cost for children?
Children aged 1–2 pay from $61, adults from $122.
Can I cancel Chiang Mai Temples & City for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Spicythai Backpackers, Anika Boutique Hotel.
What languages is Chiang Mai Temples & City offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 9 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(10)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
F
Kong La gave us one of the most unforgettable days since moving to Thailand
G
Have a great day!
Have a great day! Full of discoveries and great guide. Tribe, Burmese border, golden triangle, opium museum....!
E
Sandy is a great guide!
Great tour guide, very knowledgeable and helpful all day. She took many photos and videos for us as well. 10/10 recommend Sandy
N
Highly recommend the Golden Triangle Tour
Sandy was great a very nice and knowledgeable guide. I saw so many interesting things on the Golden Triangle Tour - it was the best part of my few days in Chiang Rai
H
Best trip and guide ever!
This was by far the best tour I have ever done. Kongla was incredibly friendly, very knowledgable and flexible. He made sure I had the best experience and explained everything throughout the trip. Super grateful for the experience, thank you!
S
Great Trip
I did a day trip and ended up the only one, so I had a private tour! The sights were beautiful and she answered all of my questions and more. I appreciated her insight and context. She was flexible and asked me what I wanted to do, but we still saw everything on the itinerary. I can’t recommend her enough!
G
Every temple is breathtaking
Every temple was beautiful in its own way the craftsmanship of both the architecture paintings and carvings were magnificent. We enjoyed the whole day thanks to our guide Yukki and driver Mr Bank
F
Chaing Mai
Suzie was a fabulous tour guide for our Chaing Mai temples tour. She was prompt, knowledgeable, kind and friendly. We had a very pleasant day seeing the temples.
D
Golden Triangle Tour
Definitly Recommend 4.5/5. Kongla did a great job taking us through Northern Thailand. The history of the Hill People, Tea Plantation, and Opium Museum are very informative.
J
Great on day tour
Kongla was a great guide. He was very informative and was able to answer all of our questions concerning Thailand history and culture. The tour of the hill tribes was interesting but at the same time, it was a little disturbing as mentioned in the other reviews. The House of Opium was super cool. Even though it was small, it provided a lot of good information. It was also neat to see three countries at once at the Golden Triangle. I would definitely recommend this tour if you have extra time in Chiang Rai.
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