Tours and Trips in Chiang Mai

Explore the forests and encounter nocturnal wildlife on a Chiang Mai Night Safari tour, an ideal choice for nature lovers. From the comfort and safety of an open-sided tram, you'll travel through the Savannah Safari Zone and the Predator Prowl Zone, and get a unique perspective of animals at night. All entrance fees and convenient hotel pickup and drop-off are included on this family-friendly experience.

Explore northern Thailand on a 4-day bike tour from Chiang Mai. Ride through Chiang Dao valley to hill tribe villages and Chiang Dao caves, cruise down the Mae Kok River in a long-tail boat, cycle a scenic loop around Chiang Rai, and more, all accompanied by a guide who shares commentary on the region's history and culture. Suitable for active people comfortable with mountain biking, this tour includes three nights of hotel accommodation, most meals, use of equipment, and round-trip transportation from Chiang Mai.

Discover one of Thailand's most authentic provinces on this 3-day motorcycle tour of Mae Hong Son from Chiang Mai. Follow your guide into a mountainous region that receives little traffic due to its relatively remote location. You'll visit waterfalls, caves, temples, and war memorials, and even take a rejuvenating dip in hot springs. All meals and accommodations are included for a seamless trip.

Strike a pose while taking in the exhibitions at the Chiang Mai Art in Paradise museum. The museum welcomes visitors to interact with the displays, which feature more than one hundred 3D-style paintings grouped under six themes: the underwater world, wildlife, East Asian architecture, Ancient Egypt, classical European art, and Surrealism. Visitors are welcome to take photos with the artworks to personalize your museum visit.

Discover the open roads of northern Thailand on a 3-day motorcycle tour from Chiang Mai. Suitable for experienced motorcyclists, the 'Sukhothai Loop' follows the famous No 1148 road through the mountains to Phayao and Nan, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Sukhothai temples, Sirikit dam, and the elephant conservation center in Lampang. This tour combines the fun of motorcycle touring with a memorable experience of Thailand's heritage and natural wonders.

Get into the Thai jungle with your family on this hike. Walk to a village through the dense jungle and whispering bamboo. Local guides will lead you along the way, and transfers between hotels and walking destinations are included. This hike offers the opportunity to see more of rural Thailand and get out of the hectic city. The walk is mostly downhill, so not too tiring, but keeps people of all ages happy.

Explore the outskirts of Chiang Mai on an active bike tour led by an experienced guide. Discover local Thai culture as you bike from the historic center of Chiang Mai to the foothills of Doi Suthep, the revered mountain and temple that overlook the city. Cruise along new bike lanes and trails in the forest to reach the lakeshore at Teung Tao Creek Reservoir. Take a break for lunch at the lake, then continue riding past rice paddies and temples before returning to the city center.

Explore Chiang Mai's most splendid temples on a 4-hour cultural tour through the city's gleaming spires, hushed sanctuaries and towering stupas. Climb 300 steps to the mountaintop Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, with commanding views of the surrounding countryside. Stroll the pristine clusters of white chedi in Wat Suan Dok, which contains the ashes of Chiang Mai's former royal family, and discover the weathered pagodas of Wat Jed Yod, an atmospheric temple whose 'seven spires' date to the 15th-century and are nestled in lush jungle foliage.

Choose between driving your own quad bike or riding as a passenger as an expert guide leads you on an off-road adventure among some spectacular scenery, including lush forests and serene Huay Tung Tao Lake. You'll have an opportunity to practice your driving skills before taking off. Round-trip hotel transport is included.

Get the best of land and water on this leisurely four-hour bike and river kayak adventure from Chiang Mai. Journey into the picturesque Mae Ngat Valley for an up-close look at rural Thai life. Paddle through the peaceful landscapes of the Mae Taeng Forest Reserve and learn about the incredible countryside that lies before you. This popular tour combines exploration by boat and bike and is ideal for travelers of all fitness levels.

Explore the best of Chiang Mai by bicycle on a 12.4-mile (20-kilometer) tour of quiet roads and country paths. Join a guide for a 5-6-hour jaunt: pedal along the lush banks of the Ping River then go beyond city walls to Buddhist temples, busy markets and ancient ruins. Take in the verdant landscape of northern Thailand and savor the unforgettable sights and sounds of Chiang Mai's serene countryside.

Experience the thrill of cruising down some of Thailand's longest and most extreme downhill tracks with this one-day advanced single track tour in Doi Suthep National Park. Travel with your small group to this incredible destination just outside Chiang Mai and navigate rugged terrain with an expert guide. Lunch, bottled water and all necessary equipment are included to ensure adventurers have the experience of a lifetime.

Discover the highlights of Chiang Rai and the Golden Triangle, but then get off the beaten path as we explore more authentic parts of Chiang Rai and it’s colourful hill tribes. Travel with a local hill tribe guide who opens up cultural encounters for you, to interact with villagers and learn first-hand about their way of life, in a responsible way. Travel along the Thai/Myanmar border, visit Palong, Lahu, Karen and Akha hill tribe villages, try local food, and the chance to stay overnight at a hill tribe homestay. We do not include accommodation or meals in the price (you pay for them directly), which means that local businesses benefit from your visit directly, this is part of our local fair pay and responsible tourism policy

Set out on a series of thrilling adventures from the comfort of Chiang Mai on this multi-day tour. Each morning you'll board a minibus out of the city and into northern Thailand for a completely new activity. Climb an ancient staircase to a revered Thai temple one day, mountain bike along vast fields and past rural villages the next. You'll even get to tackle some of Asia's best white-water rafting on the Mae Taeng River. Your group is limited to 12 people for a more personalized experience.

Set out from Chiang Mai to trek through northern Thailand's mountainous jungle on a three-day private tour. With an experienced guide by your side, you'll explore the area around Chiang Dao, visiting Karen, Akha and other remote hill tribe villages, dining on (and if you like, helping prepare) northern Thai cuisine, and bedding down in bamboo huts. You'll even have time to enjoy Chiang Mai and its offerings at your own pace with sightseeing tips catered specifically to your interests.

Discover northern Thailand's most distinctive arts and crafts on a 4-hour tour from Chiang Mai. Explore the delicate chedis of Wiang Kum Kam, and see traditional pottery take shape in the village of Muang Kung. Watch woodcarvers at work at Baan Tawai, Thailand's largest carving community, and search for gems - and bargains - in the workshops and factories that produce Chiang Mai's renowned handicrafts.

This incredible tour combines the best of outdoor activities with a three-hour hike and two-hour mountain bike decent in Doi Pui National Park. Trek to the top of the village summit, located some 4503 feet (1400 meters) above sea level and cruise at high speeds towards Lake Huay Tung Tha. This six-hour tour from Chiang Mai is ideal for fit adrenaline junkies and nature lovers alike. It includes round-trip hotel transfers, water, equipment and an expert guide.

Experience Thailand's famous Golden Triangle on a 3-day tour cultural tour from Chiang Mai. Visit the border where Thailand meets with Laos and Myanmar (Burma), tour the Hall of Opium museum and marvel at the natural limestone formations within the Chiang Dao Caves. You'll sail upon the Khong River in a longtail boat and soak in the waters of Maoe Ka Chan hot springs. This guided small-group tour also includes a visit to Doi Mae Salong, a hillside village steeped in Chinese history. Includes round-trip transport from Chiang Mai.

Discover a Buddhist alms ceremony and temple on a 5-hour, private trip from Chiang Mai to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and Warorot Market. With personal assistance from a private guide, you'll join in a Tak Bat ceremony giving food to Buddhist monks, visit a temple set high on a mountaintop, then browse the colorful stalls at a local market. This 5-hour tour includes pickup and drop-off at hotels in Chiang Mai, as well as entrance fees and a cable car ticket at Wat Phra That Doi Suthep.

Pedal through Chiang Mai's narrow alleys and atmospheric neighborhoods on a half-day cycling tour that explores the city's history, culture and crafts. Follow a 16-mile (25-km) route through the city, and pause to visit centuries-old temples and a local silversmith. Stop at Chiang Mai's Women's Correctional Institution for refreshments, then continue to Wat Phra Sing, the city's holiest place. Leave the city center to visit a vibrant Chinese community and fresh food and flower markets filled with products from around the region.