CHIANG MAI · DESTINATION
Chiang Mai’s best days out.
The 15 doi suthep temple tours most travellers book in Chiang Mai, gathered in one place. Each with what the day involves, what it costs, how long it runs and the operator behind it.
Sunrise at Doi Suthep plus jungle Wat Pha Lat and Wat Umong tunnels, small-group guide, pickup, and carbon credits from $32.
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Chiang Mai evening temples: Wat Pha Lat jungle serenity and Doi Suthep’s gold pagoda at sunset, with pickup and guide for $24.
Beat the Chiang Mai crowds on a sunrise climb to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, guided by an ex-monk, plus jungle temples and breakfast.
“A great tour! The sunset was totally worth the early start.”
Chiang Mai hike to forest Wat Pha Lat and Doi Suthep’s golden stupa, with sunrise or dusk city views, English guide, and Thai transport.
Half-day Chiang Mai tour to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and a Hmong hill tribe village. Small group, guided, steps or cable car.
“We were met at our hotel by Lily our guide for the tour and she ensured we had the correct clothing on or with us for this trip. She was excellent at explaining lots of little details to us throughout the day, which made it very interesting. Her level of spoken English was very good.…”
Sunrise alms and meditation with an ex-monk guide at Doi Suthep, plus Wat Pha Lat and U-Mong, breakfast, and quiet temple time.
Small-group monk’s trail hike to Wat Pha Lat and sunrise at Doi Suthep’s 300-step dragon stairs, via open-air songthaew.
“The early morning wake-up was totally worth it for the spectacular sunrise at Doi Suthep Temple. Our guide, Saman, did an excellent job of explaining the life of monks and teaching us more about Buddhism.”
Full-day Chiang Mai tour with Wat Pha Lat monk trail, Doi Suthep temple, and ethical elephant care at Pon Elephant Thailand.
Chiang Mai night temples: Wat Umong tunnels and Doi Suthep golden pagoda. Small-group pickup, admissions included, night views.
“Incredible temples, driver was friendly. The drive up to Doi Suthep was very curvy so maybe bring some meds if needed. The view from the temple was incredible, especially seeing the city at night. Everyone staying in Chiang Mai should experience this. 10/10!”
Half-day Chiang Mai tour by songthaew: Huay Kaew Waterfall, Wat Pha Lat, and Doi Suthep with sweeping temple views.
“Great short day trip to visit the local temples, and landscape. takes a few hours up. recommended”
Hike to Wat Pha Lat, then visit gold Wat Phra That Doi Suthep with songthaew pickup, panoramic views, and cash entrance fees.
“It was so much fun! The tour guide was so knowledgeable and answered all the questions we had which was a big plus!”
Half-day Chiang Mai temple tour: Wat Pha Lat in jungle calm and 306 steps to Doi Suthep’s golden pagoda, with tickets included.
Guided 7-hour hike from Wat Doi Suthep through Doi Suthep-Pui jungle to Wat Pha Lat, Doi Pui and summit views, with lunch.
Small-group Chiang Mai temple tour to Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, and Wat Pha Lat, with A/C pickup and admissions included.
“Very informative tour and a great way to see some highlights of chiang mai. Our guide was brilliant and made the tour very enjoyable.”
Ride a thrilling downhill MTB route in Doi Suthep National Park from Chiang Mai, with village coffee, Thai lunch, and small-group care.
“Guides were great, bikes were good but owner doesn't maintain the safety gear, the velcro on knee pads was worn away, came lose often - when trying to adjust I crashed (I should have stopped but I was already trailing the group), trip to the hospital was the safest part of the adventure, do not…”
The Old City temples, the elephant valleys, the mountain day trips and every way to spend a day in the north.
