CHIANG MAI
Chiang Mai’s best days out.
The 15 most popular walking tours in Chiang Mai. What each one involves, what it costs and who runs it, so you can pick the right day before you book.
Chiang Mai Old City temples in 3 hours. See Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phan Tao and Wat Phra Singh with a local GSTC-guided walk.
Most Popular“The guide was the perfect length, Mr. Tomtam was great, always smiling and took his time explaining everything and answering all of our questions. All in all, we would recommend Mr. Tomtam.”
A 3-hour guided walk through Chiang Mai’s Old City temples, from Lanna Wat Phra Singh to a teak Wat Phan Tao and Chedi Luang.
“Excellent walking tour around the old city of Chiang mai. Our guide Pun was extremely knowledgeable and explained lots about the history of the city and its temples. A great way to see the old town and understand the history and culture. Recommended”
Walk Chiang Mai’s most iconic temples in 4 hours. See Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Pan Tao murals, and Wat Phra Singh with a live guide.
“Our guide Son was really amazing. He was very patient and did not rush through any temples. He made sure to explain to everyone plus he clicked some amazing photos as well Will definitely recommend this tour for anyone who wants to explore the temples in Chiang Mai”
A 150-minute Chiang Mai walking food tour with local snacks, markets, and Hakka noodles, plus flower-market stops and carbon offsets.
“We were pleasantly surprised at the quality and variety of food available,Pim our tour guide had us drooling at the mouth at every stop, needless to say way ate everything and more. fantastic time had by us both and a huge thank you to Pim .”
Spend 5 hours in Chiang Mai with mahout-style elephant care, a hill tribe village, and a Mae Wang waterfall walk—no riding, no tricks.
“This was such an incredible experience!!!!! Probably the best tour I went on! It's rewarding and amazing, if you care for animals then please book and help support this wonderful place that helps rescue these gentle giants”
Walk Chiang Mai’s old city with an English-speaking guide, visiting Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang, plus Three Kings Monument for Lanna context.
“Guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. We were able to visit everything as planned and she gave us the perfect introduction to Chiang Mai. I highly recommend to start your visit here.”
Walk Chiang Mai’s Old City in 3 hours, visiting Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phan Tao and Wat Phra Singh with an English guide for $16.
“Far too softly spoken so could hardly hear what was being said. Also limited English language skills. Could not answer many questions. Left the tour early. Would not recommend!”
Walk Chiang Mai’s key temples with an ex-monk guide in 3.5 hours. Clear Buddhist context, light walking, licensed English help.
“M. Katoon was a very good guide, and give us a lot of details and informations about the différents temples. I recommand Katoon if you want to visite temple in Chiang Mai.”
3-hour Chiang Mai walking food tour: Old Town bites like banana-leaf sticky rice, satay, khao soi, desserts, and a secret dish.
“Extremely nice tour with Warat, with lots of interesting information about Chiang Mai and especially about the food. Many thanks, Warat!”
Chiang Mai old town on foot: Three Kings Monument, Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang with an English guide, water, and tickets.
“Excellent tour of 3 different temple complexes in old town Chiang Mai. The guide spoke English well and started and finished on time. Pacing was perfect, we never felt rushed or bored.we learned a bit a out the history and culture of the region.”
A 2.5-hour Chiang Mai street-food walk with a pro guide, tasting classic Hakka noodles, pa tong go, and market snacks for $40.
“It was blisteringly hot, so it was only me and Sunny (great tour guide) that showed up! Had a personal tour experience. Definitely recommend”
Chiang Mai’s temple walk with an ex-monk guide. See historic sites, learn Buddhism through practice, and enjoy free temple entry.
“We had a really nice visit through Chiang Mai, with Katoon, an ex Monk who taught us everything about temples, Buddhism and answered all your questions about his past life being a Monk. He was very caring and patient with us.”
Twilight 3-hour walk in Chiang Mai’s Old City: Wat Phra Singh, Wat Chedi Luang, and the Three Kings Monument. Expert guide, $18.
“Excellent private walking tour of the temples of Chiang Mai with lots of detail provided by our tour guide Art. Recommended.”
Join a small-group early morning walk with Chiang Mai monks, see devotees at a market stop, then chat about Buddhism at the temple.
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Twilight walk through Chiang Mai’s Old City temples, guided stories at Wat Phra Singh and Wat Chedi Luang, ending at Three Kings Monument.
“Very good tour with excellent guide! Very knowledgeable and friendly. Dropped us off in China town at end of tour. Would definitely recommend this to anyone!”
From the Old City temples to the mountain trails and the night markets. Every way to spend a day in the north.
