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Chiang Rai White Temple, Blue Temple and more from Chiang Mai

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Chiang Rai White Temple, Blue Temple and more from Chiang Mai
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Chiang Rai White Temple, Blue Temple and more from Chiang Mai

About this experience

- Wat Rong Khun (White Temple): Walk the mirrored bridge and explore the all-white ordination hall, one of Thailand's most photographed contemporary landmarks. - Wat Rong Suea Ten (Blue Temple): Step inside a compact, richly detailed temple built almost entirely in shades of indigo blue. - Wat Huay Pla Kang (Red Temple): See the nine-story white Guanyin statue and explore the surrounding red-and-gold temple complex. - Phu Fah Sai Cafe: Stop for coffee with mountain and countryside views. - Lalitta Cafe: A second cafe break before the drive back to Chiang Mai. - Karen Long Neck Hill Tribe Village (optional): Visit a hill tribe community known for its brass neck coils, with context provided by your guide.

What to expect

  1. Stop 1 · 2h

    Pick-up from your hotel to the meeting point. Scenic drive north through Chiang Mai's countryside toward Chiang Rai.

  2. Stop 2 · 30min

    Phu Fahsai Cafe: A hillside cafe stop with sweeping mountain and valley views — a good spot for coffee and a breather before the temples.

  3. Stop 3 · 45min

    A visit to a Karen hill tribe community known for the traditional brass neck coils worn by some women, with your guide providing cultural context.

  4. Stop 4 · 1h 15min

    Thailand's famous all-white, mirror-tiled temple — walk the bridge lined with reaching hands and explore the ornate ordination hall and surrounding grounds. Wat Rong Khun entrance fees: 200 THB

  5. Stop 5 · 30min

    Meal break at a local restaurant near the temple area.

  6. Stop 6 · 1h 15min

    A striking indigo-and-gold temple interior built around a large white Buddha image — smaller in scale but rich in detail.

  7. Stop 7 · 1h 10min

    Home to a towering nine-story white Guanyin (Goddess of Mercy) statue, plus the red-and-gold temple complex at its base. Huay Pla Kang entrance fee: 20 THB

  8. Stop 8 · 20min

    A final cafe stop to relax before the drive back to Chiang Mai.

  9. Stop 9 · 3h 30min

    Return journey south to Chiang Mai. Drop-off point marking the end of the tour.

What’s included

  • Entrance fees: White Temple THB 200 (if option is selected)
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Drinking water is stored in a glass bottle
  • Travel Insurance
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not included

  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses

Tour & ticket options

Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.

Small Group Tour-Meeting Point

Meeting Point only: Pickup & Drop off will be accommodated at McDonald's at Thapae Gate in Chiang Mai Old City. Entrance fees included

Small group without Entry Fees

Entrance fee not included: Meeting Point only: Pickup will be accommodated at McDonald's at Thapae Gate in Chiang Mai Old City.

Private Tour in French

Entrance fees included Pickup included

Small group without Entry Fee

Entrance fees not included: Join In Hotel Pick-Up: Complimentary hotel pick-up from select areas only Pickup included

Small Group Tour in Spanish

Join In Spanish Guide: Select this option for a Join-in tour with an Spanish Guide. Complimentary hotel pick-up from select areas. Entrance included Entrance Fees included Pickup included

Bus Tour with Entrance Fees

Big Bus Tour with 40 pax Meeting point: This option excludes hotel pick up and drop off

Private Tour in Japanese

Private Tour in Japanese: with entrance fees and hotel pick up Entrance fees included Pickup included

Bus Tour without Entrance Fee

Small Group Tour-Hotel Pickup

Join In Hotel Pick-Up: Select this option for a Join-in tour with an English Guide. Complimentary hotel pick-up from select areas. Entrance included Entrance Fees included Pickup included

Private Tour in English

Entrance Fees included Pickup included

Meeting & pickup

  • Meeting Point: If your hotel is outside the free pickup area, the designated meeting point is the McDonald's at Thapae Gate in Chiang Mai Old City. Spot your tour guide wearing a green shirt and holding a "TripGuru" sign waiting for you outside McDonald's.

End point

  • Meeting Point: If your hotel is outside the free pickup area, the designated meeting point is the McDonald's at Thapae Gate in Chiang Mai Old City. Spot your tour guide wearing a green shirt and holding a "TripGuru" sign waiting for you outside McDonald's.
  • For bookings made after July 23: Starting August 1, the drop-off location will be Central Chiang Mai Airport. For bookings made before July 23: Customers can still choose between a hotel drop-off or Central Chiang Mai Airport. Starting August 16: All drop-offs will be at Central Chiang Mai Airport.

Please bring the e-voucher when joining the tour. The driver will contact you the evening before your activity date to confirm the exact pickup time. Please check your email for the update. Please take note if you select the Golden Triangle option, Blue Temple and Black House are not included in the itinerary.

Before you go

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The distance from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai is approximately 172 km one-way. Kindly be prepared for a long drive (roughly 3 hours one-way).

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.