Temple, shrine & monastery tours
Three hundred steps up a naga staircase to a gold chedi above the city. These 14 compare sunrise runs, evening chanting, the Wat Umong tunnels and whether the songthaew fare is included.
Explore Wat Umong and Doi Suthep at sunset, hear evening chants, and see Chiang Mai glow below on this thoughtful five-hour tour.
“The tour was really good! Our guide James was really knowledgeable and shared a lot about the history of the temples and about Buddhism and it's history. The views from the temples were also amazing! Would definitely recommend this tour”
Review of Chiang Mai’s sunrise temple tour, with Doi Suthep, Wat Pha Lat, Wat Umong, guides, cost, timing, and practical tips.
“Our tour was amazing, our tour guide Chatsuda was great and explained the history of the temples and was really friendly and answered any questions we had. It was great to experience some traditions at Doi Suthep like listening to the monks chants and doing the candle lighting and flower and food offerings. All 3 temples were stunning and it was breath taking seeing the sunrise at Doi Suthep. The views were spectacular. Everything ran smoothly and was on time, the minivan was comfortable and our driver drove safely and smooth. Would highly recommend this tour, it is definitely worth the early morning alarm!”
Review of Chiang Mai’s evening temple tour to Wat Pha Lat and Doi Suthep, with sunset views, Buddhist culture, transport, costs, and practical tips.
“Ponpon is a great guide, very kind and the driver was also very good. Amazing viewpoint for the city! You definitely want to go!”
Review of Chiang Mai’s sunrise Doi Suthep tour with an ex-monk, alms ceremony, jungle temples, breakfast, transport, value, and practical tips.
“An amazing guide and amazing guy! He is so sweet and will answer all of your questions. The trip was just magical and spiritual”
Review of Chiang Mai’s Doi Suthep and Wat Pha Lat tour, with sunrise views, forest hiking, temple tips, transport details, and honest value advice.
“our guide tomtam was fantastic and give us lots of information about everything we seen ,great English speaking and personality is beautifull”
Review of Chiang Mai’s sunrise temple tour with ex-monk guide, chanting, alms giving, meditation, local breakfast, and three historic temples.
“Not so spiritual but reflective, maybe. Unique take on the Buddhist precepts for monks, nuns and lay persons. The host Blue is entertaining and funny but sometimes the accent is very hard to understand for Westerners (we have 3 French & 2 Americans in the group) so he has to repeat himself quite a few times”
Review of Chiang Mai’s Doi Suthep and Wat Pha Lat tour, with hiking tips, temple details, costs, transport advice, and guide insights.
“Excellent tour and our guide was very knowledgeable & accommodating. Well worth the price - would definitely do this again, or another tour, with same provider. Just one word of warning - check the tour start time at meeting point! I underRead more”
See Wat Umong and Doi Suthep after dark on a budget-friendly Chiang Mai tour with temple views, hotel pickup, and a small-group option.
“This was an excellent interactive day from the start. Paul our guide spoke clearly and was informative. Loved the ability to actually walk up the sticky waterfall and then later experience seeing and being with the elephants in their habitat and not in a zoo. We went with our two teenage children 15 and 17 and both loved it as well.”
Review of Chiang Mai’s $13 songthaew tour to Huay Kaew Waterfall, Wat Pha Lat, and Doi Suthep, with practical tips on timing, costs, and value.
“Mister Dang was just the sweetest, super thoughtful and very kind. Very good driver as well. No one else had booked that schedule on the same day so it was just me. Very nice and easy way to visit some major spots in Chiang Mai.”
Review of Chiang Mai’s Doi Suthep and Wat Pha Lat hike, with temple details, songthaew transport, costs, tips, and who should book.
“It was so much fun! The tour guide was so knowledgeable and answered all the questions we had which was a big plus!”
Visit Wat Pha Lat and Wat Phra That Doi Suthep on a half-day Chiang Mai temple tour with transport, guide, and mountain views.
“From start to finish, this temple tour was nothing short of amazing, and Bin Bin truly made it unforgettable. The temples themselves were breathtaking, rich with history, beauty, and atmosphere—but it was Bin Bin’s knowledge, passion, and warmth that brought everything to life. He explained the history and meaning behind each site in a way that was fascinating, easy to understand, and never rushed, while also sharing local insights and stories we never would have learned on our own. Bin Bin was incredibly kind, patient, and attentive, always making sure everyone was comfortable and engaged. You could tell he genuinely loves what he does, and that enthusiasm was contagious. If…”
Review of Chiang Mai’s three-temple tour, with Wat Doi Suthep, Wat Pha Lat, Wat Chedi Luang, transport, guides, price, and tips.
“Sarah was a wonderful guide—very knowledgeable and attentive. We would definitely recommend this tour as a must-do for any visit to Chiang Mai. Sarah even offered us fried bananas and distilled water during the tour.”
Review of Chiang Mai’s private Doi Suthep and Bua Thong Waterfalls tour, with temple views, orchid lunch, village visit, pricing, and tips.
“This tour was amazing! Our tour guide was very informative at the temples , and allowed us as much time as we wanted to climb the waterfall which was so refreshing, and not that hard! The long neck village was also pretty interesting. A+++”
See Chiang Mai at sunrise, visit Doi Suthep, Wat Pha Lat, and Wat Umong, with transport, guide, fees, and a small group for $29.
“5 star tour and tour guide (we had Gong/Kong) Though the highlight was the sunrise, Gong/Kong brought it together with her boundless energy, humour, knowledge of the area and traditions She made sure we weren't rushed and allowed ample time She even took us to local morning Street stalls to grab amazing moo ping and khao niaw”
