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1331 Available Tour Excursions in Chiang Mai

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(125 reviews)

☕ A Coffee Forest Experience Like No Other Journey beyond Chiang Mai's usual routes into a remote Karen mountain community, where wild Arabica grows beneath the forest canopy. Only 16 guests daily, split into two groups of 8. While one walks the forest, the other roasts and brews — then swaps. Same full experience, different order. You'll never feel like part of a crowd. Highlights: ✨ Beyond the pavement — City pickup, then rugged 4WD to places tour buses can't reach ✨ Coffee forest walk — Shade-grown Arabica under 70–80% canopy, cool even in afternoon sun. Plant a tree of your own ✨ Farm-to-table lunch — Organic Karen vegetarian meal, seated privately by your booking party ✨ Roast it yourself — Hand-turn our custom drum roaster over the flame, green bean to fragrant roast ✨ Brew it yourself — Master the V60 pour-over, step by step ✨ Take it home — Your own roasted beans, and a story no photo can capture Reserve now — only 16 spots per day.

Price: $118.22

Duration: 8-9 hours

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(105 reviews)

Enjoy whitewater rafting 6 km ( aprroximately 1 hour) on Maetaeng River Chiangmai. This program provides an exhilarating trip for first time rafters Reccomend for beginner ,family, kids Tackle a grade 2-4 rapids. Floast past beatyful scenery. Floast past Elephant Sanctuary where you can see them chilling , eating ,relaxing and swiming in River

Price: $52.58

Duration: 5 hours

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(101 reviews)

Yummy Tasty Thai Cooking School Are you thinking about taking a cooking class, but don't know if it's worth it? Does the name of your most cooked meal have the words "hamburger" or "helper" in it? If so, a culinary arts class may be right up your alley. Here is the reason why you should take a cooking class with us. Having fun, meeting new people and simply enjoy a new experience are all great reasons to enroll in a cooking class. You can watch all the cooking on TV show as you want, but nothing gives you the hand-on experience of being in a real live class with a real live instructor. You can learn from an instructor who does things in real time without the magic of TV speeding up all the steps. Your instructor can also coach you on proper techniques while answering your cooking questions. Our cooking class can teach new tricks that can make you look and feel like a pro.

Price: $29.56

Duration: 4 hours

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(92 reviews)

The perfect trip for anyone wanting to combine unique adventure with stunning locations and a real exploration of the magic of Northern Thailand. Ever wanted to drive your own Tuk Tuk? Want to join the very exclusive Tuk Tuk Club and get back to the days when travel was a real ‘adventure’? Then join us on this awesome our awesome experiences of the best of Northern Thailand including stunning locations, off the beaten track trekking and fantastic accommodation. This 11 day trip combines adventure with the absolute best that Northern Thailand has to offer from Temples and rural communities to mountains and stunning forests. All of course with you behind the wheel of your very own Tuk Tuk.

Price: $2,114.90

Duration: 264 hours

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(80 reviews)

Join Trailhead Thailand’s popular Chiang Mai city cycling tour and explore the intricate network of narrow winding streets around Chiang Mai’s old town. Glimpse into the local’s way of life and see what makes the ‘rose of the North’ so unique. During this Chiang Mai city tour you will stop off at a number of attractions including Warorot market, beautiful off the beaten track temples and a blacksmith community. Along the way you will sample some delicious snacks and refreshments before finishing the tour at the Trailhead shop. Attractions • Silver Temple • Warorot Market • Sla mong Osot (Vintage Pharmacy) • Chang Klan • Muslim community • Wat Chompoo • Blacksmith community

Price: $40.41

Duration: 3 hours

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(74 reviews)

The chef will walk you through each recipe step-by-step to make sure you completely understand. The online class features lots of technical advice, cooking tips and tricks. if some of the ingredients you need aren’t available, don’t worry, just send us a message, and we’ll offer you solutions and alternatives. Vegans and vegetarians are welcome to participate. After class, you’ll be able to repeat the recipe again on your own. The course runs on Zoom app, It's completely free to download. After your reservation made. We'll contact you as soon as possible to schedule the meeting: During the first (video) meeting we will cover - The ingredients & tools checklist. - How to set up Zoom app and camera. Next, It’s time for you to go shopping: - Pick up the ingredients and tools. - Make sure your kitchen and ingredients are prepared. Class Time: We’ll provide your Zoom Meeting ID and the Password to join the course, within 10 minutes before the course begins.

Price: $34.88

Duration: 1 hours

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(73 reviews)

Visit an ethical elephant sanctuary in Chiang Mai focused on observation and education, and enjoy an unforgettable adventure including bamboo river rafting, zipline, and a visit to the beautiful Mae Sapok Waterfall. Begin your journey with hotel pickup in Chiang Mai before heading into the mountains to visit an ethical elephant sanctuary where rescued elephants live in a natural jungle environment. Learn about the traditional elephant care and the role of mahouts (care-keeper) while observing rescued elephants roaming freely in their natural environment. Continue the adventure with a scenic bamboo river rafting experience through lush forest landscapes, offering a peaceful and authentic way to explore the countryside of Mae Wang. After your river journey, enjoy a short hike to the stunning Mae Sapok Waterfall. Guests will enjoy a delicious vegetarian Thai buffet lunch prepared with fresh local ingredients, offering a taste of traditional Thai cuisine in a sanctuary setting.

Price: $124.29

Duration: 9 hours

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(71 reviews)

“Home” is not just a place to live, it is a feeling of relaxation and happiness. Nothing is better than having the best massage or spa with green music and professional therapist at “Home” after the end of a tired journey. We would like to treat you as our family members. Welcome to experience the true relaxation at our Home!

Price: $23.33

Duration: 1 hours

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(60 reviews)

Eat your way through Chiang Mai at night while taking in the sights from the back of a motorbike. This tour starts at 6:00 p.m. and ends approximately at 11:00 p.m. The Just Love Experience team has spent years researching the food scene in Chiang Mai to find some of the most flavorful and memorable dishes around. You can expect to experience a sampling of Thai flavors, some unique to Chiang Mai. With the help of our English speaking guides and drivers, you will have the opportunity to connect with Chiang Mai in an unforgettable way.

Price: $80.89

Duration: 5 hours

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(56 reviews)

Tour duration 9-10 hours for 1day Private tour, the unseen temples is located in Lampang Province. You will see the famous temple in Lampang (Wat Prathat Lampang Laung) and Wat Chaleom Prakiat ( The temple on the hill) ,Lunch will provide at the local restaurant and this is the good memories when you are in the North of Thailand

Price: $144.00

Duration: 9-10 hours

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(53 reviews)

We are Thai couple growing up from different regions of Thailand and have been cooking for long time. We learned how to cook from our parents such as go to the market to pick up fresh ingredients, using spices & herbs then many tricks & basic cooking skills. When we married, we still cook and share our own food with each other all the time until now. In addition, we sometimes cook food for offering the monk as well. Our class offers you just 8 people per maximum (vegan or vegetarian are very welcome), all recipes are created from our many years of cooking experiences and some are mixed between the 2 cultures too. If you don't know what is your souvenir from Thailand, cooking could be your choice! Come to join us to make an amazing experience together! Cheers, Nok and Aek

Price: $28.00

Duration: 4 hours

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(44 reviews)

Join this special dinner private cooking class in Chiang Mai. It is very suitable if you want to get a more personal touch and celebrate a special occasion by learning how to cook and have fun with a local in their lovely home surrounded with an organic garden. Use ingredients that you will personally pick from their organic garden for your favorite dish. Many fruits, herbs and vegetables are grown in this garden so you can enjoy eating and picking them up. The class is situated in the countryside, 20 minutes from Chiang Mai downtown and Chiang Mai International airport. You will cook 4 dishes plus make the curry paste from scratch and make special fried rice serve with your curry. You may choose your favorite dishes to make from the following categories: Appetizers, soups, pastes and curries, stir fried dishes and desserts. I have been in the food industry for 19 years and be a Thai food instructor for my own cooking class for 11 years.

Price: $96.44

Duration: 5 hours

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(44 reviews)

Escape Chiang Mai’s city bustle on this all-in-one adventure—perfect for families, nature lovers, and thrill-seekers. Climb the rare Sticky Waterfall, where mineral-rich limestone lets you safely walk up the flowing water—a fun, natural wonder for all ages. Then ride 4 km of Class 3–4 whitewater rapids with expert guides for an adrenaline rush, followed by a relaxing bamboo rafting journey through peaceful jungle scenery. This tour blends excitement and tranquility in a way few others do, with seamless transport and local insights included—ideal for travelers with limited time who want a truly unique outdoor experience.

Price: $80.89

Duration: 7 hours

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(43 reviews)

We pride ourselves on being a highly ethical elephant sanctuary. Our elephants have been rescued from unethical parks and attractions where they have been chained, caged and ridden. Here we provide our elephants with the love and care they need, maintaining and sustaining peaceful, respectful interactions between humans and animals. We allow our elephants to roam freely in our park and we stand firmly against the use of cages, chains and elephant riding. Our establishment is owned and managed by the Karen Hill Tribe and our Karen guides and Mahouts (Elephant keepers) provide insightful understandings into the park, the elephants and local history.

Price: $62.22

Duration: 9 hours

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(41 reviews)

“Home” is not just a place to live, it is a feeling of relaxation and happiness. Nothing is better than having the best massage or spa with green music and professional therapist at “Home” after the end of a tired journey. We would like to treat you as our family members. Welcome to experience the true relaxation at our Home!

Price: $34.22

Duration: 1 hours

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(40 reviews)

This is new. This has never been done before. We have toured the area for years on big dirt bikes and mountain bikes. And trough these trips came the idea of showing you what we think is a fantastic all day excursion to see the beauty of Chiangmai. Jungle, Viewpoints, Caves, Elephants and off course, the river cruising. You do for sure need to have a bit adventure in your blood, but this is not a Bear Grylls survivor thing. We aim at fun. Scooter skills would be great, but there is also an option to come the day before for free and do some training. Our staff will happy assist you in the world of 2 wheels.

Price: $121.33

Duration: 8 hours

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(35 reviews)

The Best Full Day Tour Of Chiang Mai with a small group tour. Visit the most important & wonderful places in Chiang Mai in one day, see Wat Doi Suthep(the landmark of Chiang Mai), Wat Pha Lat(the hidden temple in the lush evergreen forest), and Bua Tong Sticky Waterfall(the amazing natural phenomena). Our day trip starts in the early morning. We enjoy driving on the winding road in the mountain to see the most popular Buddhist temple in Chiang Mai, which is located on the top of the mountain. We get there at the right time when it is not too crowded. Enjoy some panoramic views, and see the golden pagoda and the way the local people practice their belief, learn about history, culture, tradition, and Buddhism in Thailand. In the afternoon, we go to the sticky waterfall and we are able to enjoy climbing the sticky waterfall, take shower under the waterfall, relax in nature, enjoy the beautiful nature and the amazing surrounding in the mountain.

Price: $71.55

Duration: 9-10 hours

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(33 reviews)

We will show you about the local culture like the local morning market where you can see the local life. The historical park in Thailand ( Sukhothai the gate of the North) there are many important places and important temple.Kingdom flourished from the mid-13 th century to the late 14th century.This period is often viewed as the golden age of Thai civilization,and the religious art and architecture of the era are considered tobe the most classic of Thai styles, which are one of the most visited ancient sites in Thailand We will visiting the local morning market in Lampang, Wat Srichum, Wat Sorasak, Wat Mahathat,Wat Sri Sawai, Wat Sasri and King Ramkamheang monument and we will take the bike ride to visiting at the historical park

Price: $202.22

Duration: 12 hours

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Key Info for Visitors

  • Currency: THB
  • Languages: Thai, Northern Thai (Lanna), English
  • Climate: Tropical savanna
  • Timezone: Asia/Bangkok
  • Population: Approximately 1.2 million
  • Best Time to Visit: best time to visit is November to February for cooler weather.
  • Visa Requirements Visitors from many countries, including the US, EU, and UK, can enter Thailand visa-free for stays up to 30 days by air or 15 days by land. Visa on arrival is available for certain nationalities for up to 15 days. E-visa options are also offered for tourists from select countries. Travelers typically need a passport valid for at least six months, proof of onward travel, and sufficient funds.

About Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai is a vibrant cultural and historical city nestled in northern Thailand’s mountainous region. Known as the "Rose of the North," it offers a unique blend of ancient temples, traditional Lanna culture, and modern amenities. The city’s old town is surrounded by remnants of walls and moats, reflecting its rich history dating back to 1296. Visitors are drawn to Chiang Mai for its serene temples, bustling night markets, and lush natural surroundings including nearby national parks and waterfalls. It is a hub for arts and crafts, with numerous workshops and galleries showcasing local artisanship. The city also hosts lively festivals such as Yi Peng Lantern Festival, creating magical experiences. Chiang Mai’s welcoming atmosphere, affordable living costs, and diverse attractions make it a favored destination for cultural exploration, adventure travel, and wellness retreats.

Chiang Mai Tours & Experiences

  • Top Attractions: Highlights of Northern Thailand
  • Duration Range: Custom Durations
  • Group Size: Intimate Groups
  • Difficulty Level: Beginner to Advanced
  • Recommended For: The best time to visit is November to February for cooler weather. Pack lightweight clothing, a rain jacket for occasional showers, and modest attire for temple visits. Respect local customs such as removing shoes before entering homes or temples. Stay hydrated and use sunscreen. Carry some cash as small vendors may not accept cards. Beware of traffic when crossing streets and avoid riding motorbikes without experience.

Average Tour Price: $65

Lowest Price Tour: $55

Highest Price Tour: $200

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Important Tour Information

  • Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
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  • Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
  • Carry valid identification and tour booking confirmation

Top Attractions

1. Wat Phra That Doi Suthep – A sacred mountain temple offering panoramic views of the city and an important pilgrimage site. 2. Old City Temples – Including Wat Chedi Luang and Wat Phra Singh, showcasing classic Lanna architecture and history. 3. Night Bazaar – A lively market with handicrafts, street food, and souvenirs popular among tourists. 4. Doi Inthanon National Park – Home to Thailand’s highest peak, waterfalls, and nature trails. 5. Elephant Nature Park – An ethical elephant sanctuary focused on rescue and rehabilitation.

Popular Activities

Chiang Mai offers trekking through jungle trails, visiting hill tribe villages, and exploring waterfalls. Cultural experiences include traditional Thai cooking classes, meditation retreats, and attending local festivals. Adventure seekers can enjoy zip-lining, mountain biking, and hot air balloon rides. The city also has vibrant markets, spas, and art workshops for leisure and creativity.

Frequently Asked Questions

The best time to visit is during the cool season from November to February when the weather is pleasant and dry.

Yes, Chiang Mai is generally safe with low crime rates, but standard precautions should be taken.

Credit cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and shops, but cash is preferred in markets and small vendors.

We have tours designed for various age groups and fitness levels. Each tour description includes specific requirements and recommendations.

Local Food & Cuisine

Chiang Mai cuisine is famous for its Northern Thai flavors, distinct from central Thailand. Signature dishes include Khao Soi (curry noodle soup), Sai Oua (spicy sausage), and Nam Prik Ong (tomato and pork chili dip). Street food is abundant, with grilled meats, sticky rice, and fresh fruit. Dining customs emphasize sharing dishes family-style. Noteworthy restaurants include Khao Soi Khun Yai for authentic local flavors and The Riverside for a mix of Thai and international cuisine.

Getting Around

Chiang Mai is accessible by air via Chiang Mai International Airport with connections to major Asian cities. Local transport includes red songthaews (shared taxis), tuk-tuks, motorbike taxis, and rental scooters. Bicycle rentals are popular for exploring the old city. Costs are generally low, but negotiating fares beforehand is advised. Car rentals are available but not essential for city travel.

Travel Tips

The best time to visit is November to February for cooler weather. Pack lightweight clothing, a rain jacket for occasional showers, and modest attire for temple visits. Respect local customs such as removing shoes before entering homes or temples. Stay hydrated and use sunscreen. Carry some cash as small vendors may not accept cards. Beware of traffic when crossing streets and avoid riding motorbikes without experience.

Culture & Customs

Chiang Mai’s culture is deeply influenced by Lanna traditions, Buddhism, and respect for elders. Wai greeting (palms pressed together) is common. Important festivals include Songkran (Thai New Year) and Yi Peng Lantern Festival. Visitors should dress modestly in religious sites and avoid public displays of affection. Photography of monks and sacred objects should be done respectfully. Bargaining is customary in markets but should be polite.

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