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Top 10 Food Tours in Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Province
You could spend your whole Chiang Mai vacation exploring the famous Night Bazaar. Once you’ve exhausted the art of the cheerful haggle, however, there’s plenty more to explore. The National Museum and Botanic Garden are great places to soak up some local culture and to breathe in the delicate fragrance of Thai orchids. In the city’s center, the remains of ancient walls embrace over 30 temples. Limber travelers can climb 300 stairs to Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, an ornate Buddhist temple in the hills.
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1. Chiang Mai Lunchtime Food Tasting Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
With its sheer number of snacks and dishes, it's hard to grasp Northern Thai cuisine. Top that with the language barrier and it's easy to see why most farang stick to pad Thai from the tourist markets. Fear not. On this tour you'll try over 15 different dishes, snacks and drinks that offer a real introduction to the regional cuisine. A top licensed foodie guide will accompany you to help you make the most of the experience.
Inclusions: 15+ Northern Thai food and drink tastings, A truly small-group limited to just 8 exclusive guests, A foodie guide to accompany you throughout, Use of a private rod deang truck for part of the tour, Bottled water and refreshing Thai drinks
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks are not included, Items of a personal nature, Pick up and drop off at your hotel, Unsuitable for vegetarians and vegans
Reviewed By hofmakl
I absolutely loved this food tour, the guide was super friendly and knowledgeable, took us to a great variety of places - including a food market - gave very interesting explanations and let us try an amazing variety of foods, things I would have never expected would taste so good, especially the desserts!
2. Chiang Mai Delicious Family Friendly Private Food Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Want to discover the best food Chiang Mai has to offer? Your local friend who's a true foodie can't wait to let your family try yummy treats and take on market adventures. Delicious tastings, a fun treasure hunt & local markets included!
Inclusions: Private Tour, Local Guide, Coconut Ice-cream for kids, Coffee and/or Tea, 2 non alcoholic drinks, 10 Local Tastings
Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop off, Extra food and drinks
Reviewed By lillybaby2
time of our lives!!! To say this was amazing is the understatement of a lifetime. We stayed with the Karen tribe and their family overnight. We were traveling with 3 girls ages 10, 11 and 13. What a great experience for our whole family. To live with the Karen tribe overnight is something my family won’t soon forget. Sunday and his family made us feel so welcomed from the start. Accommodations are really nice. The food is beyond amazing. Perfection from start to finish. The love they have for the elephants is undeniable. We can’t wait to return. WE WERE HERE 10/2018 I POSTED OUR ORIGINAL REVIEW WITH THE WRONG COMPANY BUT WANTED TO MAKE SURE I GOT IT ON THE RIGHT COMPANY BECAUSE IT WAS TRUELY THAT AMAZING.
3. Chocolate Factory Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
This is a unique insight into how chocolate is made, in the first chocolate factory in Thailand. Our chocolate has flavors that you have never tried before, since we focus on the amazing Thai flavors. We make rich chocolate drinks in our shop. The location is near the beautiful hills around Chiangmai and the area is very green and quiet.
Inclusions: Chocolate sample cubes, Bottled water
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Reviewed By Rainbow T
As an official sweet tooth possessor and chocolate aficionado I've got to say that Siamaya is amazing. Durian chocolate blew my mind, ice chocolate drink reassembled and refreshed it.
4. Chiang Mai Night Food Tour by Motorbike
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
At 6PM, our tour guide and the motorbike driver pick you up at your accommodation. Our first food stop is a delicious Northern Thai platter. Then we visit the ancient temple complex and explore its mystifying tunnel passageways. Next, we go to the famous street food neighborhood of Chiang Mai, and try Crispy pork rice with succulent gravy. As the night is still young, we stroll a local fruit and vegetable market. Here you will see exotic tropical fruits and learn what herbs and spices go into Thai kitchen. Our last food stop is Moo Kata or Thai BBQ Hot Pot, after which we head to a local craft beer bar. We leave the bar around 10.30PM to drop you off at your accommodation.
Inclusions: Dinner, Alcoholic Beverages, All Fees and Taxes, Basic Medical Insurance (Need full name and passport number)
Exclusions: Gratuities for guide and drivers
Reviewed By davehende
I'm writing this a little late, but I was looking back at photos of my trip (actually in December 2018) and realized I had missed a review on this tour. This should tell you how good it was! This food tour was amazing! There was great explanation about the food preparation as well as the history of the city - and most importantly it was all delicious. Mod was a fantastic guide and I'd highly recommend to anyone looking for a true local experience!
5. Go where the locals go, Eat what the locals eat! Food Tour with Local Foodies
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 69 reviews
We believe food contributes to and draws from culture, and that by experiencing the sights, smells, and tastes of Northern Thailand with us, your hearts and minds will be opened to the rich and wonderful story of our home. Come taste and enjoy a most authentic food experience in Chiang Mai, while taking in the narrative of the past 700 years. We look forward to taking this multi-sensory journey with you!
Inclusions: Professional guide, Bottled water, Food tasting, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if requested), Snacks, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities
Reviewed By arrwes
We did the evening foodie tour and met our tour guide outside of the Warorot Market where she showed us around and arranged for some tasty treats before going to the flower market. Afterwards she drove us to a neighborhood spot for some great dishes - lots of food to try, plus it was nice to see different areas from where we had been staying. After our dinner we went to the beautiful Wat Chedi Luang built in the 13th Century - lovely temple, especially at night. We then drove to another night market and had some more delicious hand-picked street food. Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable and gave helpful tips on other places to try near our hotel. Overall, great food your and way to see a different part of Chiang Mai!
6. Chiang Mai Northern Food Tour by Truck
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 27 reviews
Calling all foodies. Want to discover what real Northern Thai cuisine is all about? Forget the tourist markets and hop onboard our daily small-group adventure limited to just 8 exclusive guests. Over 4 hours you'll ride around Chiang Mai in a classic rod daeng truck in search of the best hidden eats in the city from small hole-in-the-wall joints to bustling indoor food markets. While sampling over 15 different tastes of Northern Thai food, your guide will help you understand the region's flavors and the history which has impacted on its dishes. Get stuck into the best sai oua sausage in town, slurp on delicious 'nam ngiaw' noodles and gobble up refreshing tea and tamarind leaf salads not found anywhere else in Chiang Mai.
Inclusions: Taste 15+ Northern Thai drinks and snacks , Join our award-winning Chiang Mai food tour, Join a small group limited to eight exclusive guests, Explore Chiang Mai using a private songthaew truck, Led by a passionate food guide who knows the city well, Local soft drinks and bottled water included throughout
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks are not included in the tour, Pick up and drop off from your hotel, Not suitable for vegetarians, vegans and those that don't eat pork
Reviewed By SauloP_13
We had a great time with the Chef’s Lunchtime Tour in Chiang Mai. We went to two different restaurants and tried many great things. But the best part was the trip to the market, where our guide bought so many things it was hard to eat everything. I tried things I would’’t buy on my own and really enjoyed it. I highly recommend this tour.
7. Small-Group Chiang Mai Evening Street Food Tour
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 447 reviews
Traveling by foot and songthaew this tour explores a number of the evening street food markets around Chiang Mai city, Thailand trying out some northern Thai delicacies and learning how to order food in Thai. All food, drinking water and transport to and from accommodation is provided in the price.
Inclusions: Bottled water, food tasting and dinner, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off by private vehicle
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities, Personal expenses
Reviewed By paulww473
All I ate was street food while I was here, don't bother with restaurants unless your on a date ha ha. Seriously the street food is top end! Low prices bursting with flavours and you can watch them cook it and ask questions about how they do it. The street market at thappae gate is huge, There's loads of food sections in there. Highly recommended ????
8. Half-Day Chiang Mai Tour: Cultural and Food Treasures
Overall Ratings
3.7 based on 3 reviews
Experience the cultural and culinary treasures of Chiang Mai, as you cruise along in your own songthiew - the city’s infamous red taxis! Tour the old walled city and learn about the history of the ancient Northern Lanna Capital, all while tasting the amazing food specialties for which this city is famous! Our local insiders have carefully chosen the most interesting monuments and tastiest spots for your enjoyment!
Inclusions: Bottled water and beverages, Food tasting as per itinerary, Professional guide/driver, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities, Personal expenses
Reviewed By Niamh1957
Our tour guide Yok brought us to authentic stalls and restaurants and we tried a great range of food and drinks! Yok was really informative and helpful also!
9. Chiang Mai's Evening Local Food Tour High recommended by Local People.
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 2 reviews
Explore Chiang Mai’s colorful night markets with a local on an evening food tour of the city on foot and by car. Bring an appetite for this small-group Chaing Mai food tour, which includes samples of eight market foods and two desserts, with pickup and drop-off at your Chiang Mai hotel. Enjoy walking and enting Khao Soi, Kanoon Jeen and Som Tum at SanPaKoi Market After enting spicy dishes let’s have some dessert best Mango sticky rice at Nong Hoi Market Continue Lanna northern food at laap bunker. Khao Kha Moo Chang Phueak gate Market. (Steam Leg Pork from cowl girl) A trip to this city isn’t complete without trying a tasty Pad Thai Ha Rod. Lastest one of night Chang Moi Thai Shaved Ice Dessert This private experience gives you a unique combination of local tasty treats and local sights.
Inclusions: Dinner, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Moldy64
I would highly recommend this tour. We had a great day and our guide was really accommodating, helpful and informative. He even offered to take photos for us while we were at the elephants. It meant we could completely relax and enjoy the experience. Once we got to the waterfall our guide gave us as much time as we wanted and was very knowledgeable about the area. I would highly recommend!
10. Dinner Cruise on the Ping River
Around 7:00pm you will be transported by comfortable, air-conditioned, private minivan to The Riverside Restaurant. Join this enchanting boat trip as it takes its nightly cruise down the lovely River Ping, feasting on the large variety of food (and drinks at own expense) from the restaurant menu. An ideal way to spend a relaxing evening in Chiang Mai is to drift past old temples and houses that lie on the river banks. The 75 minute dinner cruise leaves from the pier at 8.00pm every night. After boarding the boat at 7.15pm, you are presented with a delicious Thai Set Menu of foods and drinks to treat yourself with as you lean back and enjoy the romantic surroundings. After arriving back at the pier at about 9.15pm, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Inclusions: Roundtrip transportation to and from Chiang Mai hotels, English speaking guide, River cruise on the Ping River, Thai Set Menu Dinner, Dinner
Exclusions: Beverages, Gratuities
Reviewed By paulinellis
We used I Asia Thailand (we used them last year) and we rented a van with guide Woody and driver. We requested Woody after good comments and feedback. We did a 8 hour day trip and they were punctual, dressed well, excellent English and very informative. We started from Patong and made our way north before stopping for lunch and then east road back to the south to the many view points. The van was clean with great aircon and wifi!!!. We also had our own hand sanitiser and also wipes throughout the day. I would suggest and recommend I Asia Thailand to any family and friends. We would happily use their services again!
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