Tours & Sightseeing in Northern Thailand

Trace the origins of Thailand's favorite drink from tea leaves to teacup on this 2-hour tea plantation tour near Chiang Mai. Go behind-the-scenes of the Araksa Tea Plantation as you stroll through the tea bushes, help out picking the tea leaves, and learn the art of brewing the perfect cup. Along the way, sample the plantation's aromatic Assam tea, learn about Thailand's tea-making traditions, and see the production process from start to finish.

Ride out of Chiang Mai's city center on a half-day bike tour that goes to Lake Huay Tung Tao and the base of Mt Suthep. Lake Huay Tung Tao is a popular local destination that has small restaurants, and options for fishing and swimming. Pedal around the lake, have lunch, and perhaps take a refreshing dip or ride in a swan boat (own expense). Includes lunch, use of bike equipment, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Experience the beauty of northern Thailand's mountains on this half-day tour of Wat Doi Suthep Temple and White Meo Hilltribe Village from Chiang Mai. Take in the natural landscapes as you relax on a scenic drive through the winding roads that lead to Doi Suthep Peak and pay a visit to the Meo hilltribe, where you'll learn about their traditional way of life. You'll discover breathtaking scenery and an unspoiled rural life on this informative and memorable journey.

Enjoy the dramatic scenery of Doi Inthanon National Park on a small-group full-day tour from Chiang Mai. See highlights including the highest mountain in Thailand - Doi Inthanon, a grand stupa that sits at 6,561 feet (2,000 meters) above sea level, and the roaring waters Wachiratharn Waterfall. You'll also visit a coffee plantation and Karen hill tribe village with your small group, which is limited to nine participants in order to provide a more intimate experience.

Gain insight into local life in Chiang Mai on a 5.5-hour morning tour. Start early in order to give alms to the monks at the temple, then visit Warorod Market, and the Chiang Mai Art and Cultural Centre. Cap off the morning with a longtail boat cruise on the Ping River. Includes guide, entrance fees, transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Pedal and paddle your way along the Ping River on this active 5-hour tour from Chiang Mai. First, embark on a bike tour around the countryside, glide around the evocative ruins of Wiang Kum Kam and hop off to explore the beautiful temples of Wat Pu Pia, Wat E-Gang and Wat Chai Mongkol. Then, soak up the scenery on a cruise down the Ping River, before stopping for lunch at a local farmhouse and tucking into Thai specialty 'khao soi'.

Discover hidden gems inside the walls of the old city of Chiang Mai on a 2-hour Segway tour with a professional guide. After practicing your Segway skills, follow your guide through small back streets and boulevards in the old city to see a variety of Buddhist temples and other landmarks. Stop at highlights such as Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang to learn about the history of the city and the architectural styles of the temples. You'll also snack on tasty treats and time for photo ops.

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.

Take a gentle, 45-minute boat ride on the Mai Ping River and see a different side of Chiang Mai. This half-day guided excursion ends at a local farm where traditional methods are used to make your bowl of 'khao soi' noodles for lunch. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Explore the hidden gems of Chiang Mai and the Mae Ping River with a knowledgeable guide who shares the history and culture of this old northern city of Thailand. Your tour includes stops at the Buddhist temple Wat Chai Mongkol, a Mae Ping River river cruise by long-tail boat and a delicious authentic Thai lunch at a local farmer's house. Take an informative walk through gardens to learn about local plant life, then visit bustling Warorot Market and nearby Ton Lam Yai Flower Market.

Ride the classic Doi Inthanon Loop by motorcycle on a self-drive, guided tour that takes in the mountainous scenery of northern Thailand. With a motorcycle, helmet, fuel, and lunch provided, you'll drive spectacular winding roads that are known for having little traffic, stopping at a series of highlights that include a mountaintop pagoda and a beautiful waterfall, then stretching your legs on a forest hike.

Enjoy the astonishing scenery of Doi Inthanon National Park on a full-day tour from Chiang Mai. The highlights including Doi Inthanon National Park, home to Thailand's highest mountain, a grand stupa that sits at 6,561 feet (2,000 meters) above sea level, and the spectacular Wachiratharn Waterfall. The perfect way to discover Chiang Mai's remarkable mountain scenery. - Gorgeous view from Doi Inthanon, Thailand's highest mountain - Pass by rural sights like rice terraces and get a glimpse of ethnic culture at a Hmong market and a Karen village - Fresh, invigorating mountain air with cool climate - Relaxing stops at waterfalls & ancient pagodas - Includes guide, transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off from Chiang Mai

This half-day Chiang Mai temple tour explores the most famous and picturesque of the city's 36 Buddhist Wats, the perfect introduction to Northern Thailand's cultural and religious capital. Experience Chiang Mai's most visually stunning Buddhist temples, including the gorgeous 600-year-old Wat Phrathat Doi Sutep atop the 5,300-foot (1,615 meter) Doi Suthep Peak, plus plenty of great photo-ops. The tour includes the services of a friendly, knowledgeable guide, entrance fees, air-conditioned transport and hotel pick-up and drop-off from central Chiang Mai.

The city of Chiang Rai is a hotbed of Thai history, and that history has inspired many artists to produce incredible work. On this tour, visit grand temples and galleries created by some of the most ambitious Thai artists. In the morning, see Chalermchai Kositpipat's audacious White Temple and the spectacular Blue and Chinese Temples. After lunch, explore internationally-renowned Thai artist Thawan Duchanee's Black House' then relax with a traditional Thai massage.

Chiang Mai has an abundance of beautiful and historic Buddhist temples, and this 3.5-hour tour takes you to some of the most interesting and revered in Thailand's second largest city. Climb the staircase to the mountain temple of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and visit Wat Chedi Luang, among others. Upgrade your tour for a private guide.

Visit the magnificent City of Chiang Rai on a full-day tour from Chiang Mai City. Enjoy the flexibility of a profesionall guide throughout the day as you visit the famous Long Neck Tribal Village, White Temple of Wat Rong Khun, Golden Triangle, Mae Sai and more, with a break for lunch in a local restaurant. This 12 hours tour from Chiang Mai includes pickup and drop-off at city hotels, lunch, and entrance fees, and it's a fun, personal way to explore the sites of northern Thailand. - Exploration of Chiang Rai's must-see sights in 1 day - Visit the famous Long Neck tribal village - Panoramic landscapes over magnificent Mekong River - Pivotal Golden Triangle bordering Thailand, Myanmar & Laos - Informative, friendly and professional guide

Yee Peng and Loy Krathong are religious Buddhist festivals celebrated simultaneously every year in Chiang Mai. On this day, you will firstly visit the must-see temples in Chiang Mai old center by local Tuk Tuk, then you will continue your tour to the famous Doi Suthep mountain. After enjoy a slight climb to the top of the mountain, you will see the beautiful panorama view of the whole Chiang Mai city. The highlight of today is to join the Yee Peng and Loy Krathong festival with locals in the night time. You will have the opportunity to release both of your floating lantern or sky lantern, and take photo of the spectacular moment when thousands of the sky lanterns float up in the sky.

Weave through the streets and alleyways of Chiang Mai aboard a traditional rickshaw. Set out on a leisurely 3.5-hour tour and escape the tourist trail for an authentic taste of local life. Admire traditional Thai handicrafts as you browse the artisan village of Wat Puak Taem; pay a visit to the Chiang Mai Women's Correctional Institution restaurant; and marvel at Wat Chiang Man, the oldest temple in Chiang Mai. Finish with a stroll around the buzzing Waroros market, where you can sample an array of exotic fruits.