What to do and see in Chiang Rai, Chiang Rai Province: The Best Day Trips from

July 15, 2021 Weston Hennigan

Located about five hours from Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai is a community not to be missed. The area offers a variety of cooking classes, beautiful views, markets, resorts and restaurants. In addition, visitors can get a feel for true northern Thai culture during their visit.
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1. Private Day Tour from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai

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Enjoy your private 1 day excursion from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, the city of artist and the old capital of Lanna Kingdom. Visit the famous sites in Chiang Rai including Hot spring, Wat Rong Koon (the world famous White Temple), Wat Rong Suea Ten (Blue temple), Baan Dam (Black house museum) as well as Hilltribe village. Learn the culture and some history from your local expert tour guide.

Inclusions: English speaking guide, Private tour and transport by a/c vehicle, All admission fees as per itinerary, Pick up and drop-off at hotel in the city area of Chiangmai, Bottled water, Accident Insurance

Exclusions: Optional Thai lunch at local restaurant, Any fees which not mentioned in the itinerary, Tipping & Gratuities for Tour guide and driver (optional)

Reviewed By Gouldinng

Sorry probably wrong company travelled with Cosms tour included they were excellent Cosmos customer service excellent

2. Chiang Rai & Golden Triangle in a day

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An early morning 3-hour drive through beautiful scenery to Chiang Rai, with a brief stop at the Hot Springs at Maekajan for a stretch and some fresh air. Later in the day are stops at two very famous temples, White Chapel and Black House. Lunch is provided at a local restaurant, before continuing onto the Golden Triangle area. There are magnificent views over the Mekong River where a triangle is made by Burma, Laos and Thailand at the confluence of the Ruak and Mekong rivers. For a small fee, you can also enjoy the boat ride to view the splendour of mighty Mae Khong River (Optional) to set foot into Laos (Passport required but no other documents or formalities).

Inclusions: Visit to Thailand most northern point, Lunch at local restaurant, Roundtrip transportation from/to Chiang Mai hotels, Lunch, Guided tour of Chiang Rai, Mae Khajan Hot Springs and Golden Triangle area

Exclusions: Gratuities, Beverages, Boat ride across the Mae Khong River

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!

3. Magical Chiang Rai Private Day Trip

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Are you ready to be dazzled? Step into the majestic world of the Rai monarchy in breathtaking Chaing Rai City! Discover a city of architectural gems that sprung up from rice fields only 20 years ago. And of course, the highlight of the trip: the White Temple, Thailand's most impressive modern works of architecture! The architect is a Chaing Rai native, and he created a truly astounding temple. Find out about the symbolic elements of this structure. On this trip, you'll also dip your feet into a local hot spring, enjoy local coffee and delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Get the best recommendations from your local expert. You will also have a chance to visit Thailand only Blue Temple, where the colors will delight you and you can find Thailand's best pineapple! On the way back, visit a traditional Thai village, where you can see local style houses and even rice fields.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, White temple entrance ticket, 2 local tastings, Private guide

Exclusions: Lunch can be purchased separately during the trip., Food and drinks not mentioned as inclusion

Reviewed By Triviamaven

For a trip in 2/19 Spent a great afternoon with Kai, who not only showed us some off-the-beaten-track gems but provided great tips to find vegetarian food so we could feel more comfortable exploring and trying things on our Thailand vacation. Loved being able to see a variety of places and the tour was well-paced for a hot chiang mai afternoon but participants should still prepare for a bit of walking. Curious carnivores would also enjoy this tour. Lastly I would recommend that vegetarian/vegans in schedule this tour early in yr trip bc you can put Kai's tips to best use

4. Chiangrai Art & Temple

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07.00 Pick up from hotel to Wat Rong Khun is a unique temple stands out through the white color and the use of pieces of glass in the plaster, sparkling in the sun. The white color signifies the purity of Buddha. It was designed by Chalermchai Kositpipat, a famous Thai visual artist. Wat Rong suea ten or Blue Temple, it’s just as striking, painted in an eye-catching blue with overlays of gold embellishments. The centerpiece inside the great hall, is a huge statue of a White Buddha in sitting position surrounded by contemporary Buddhist art in a modern style. Chiang Rai's Big Buddha for its large white statue that is actually a representation of the goddess of Mercy, Wat Huay Pla Kung is a quite recent temple, became a must-see place for any visit. The temple is also contain 9-storey pagoda that you can climb to the top for a view of the surroundings. A staircase with impressive dragon heads goes up. Black House Museum feels hidden and mysterious place with new discoveries round.

Inclusions: Lunch, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Drinking water all trip

Exclusions: Customers personal expense

Reviewed By lemontree1824

It's been almost a year that I've spent a several days in Chiang May, as a solo female traveler. I found Joe on internet and every day we went on some trip. I write this review to say it is a good choice to go with Joe as he is knowledgeable ,good English speaking, punctual and polite.I can truly recommend him. I did not write this before, because a lot of things happened after I got home. So now, Thank you Joe!

5. Chiang Rai Temples Private Tour from Chiang Mai with Lunch

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Discover some amazing temples and the breathtaking surrounding area in Chiang Rai on this private day trip from Chiang Mai. Our private guide will bring you to some notable temples such as Wat Rong Khun – The White Temple, Wat Hyua Pla Kang – Red Chinese Temple, and Wat SeangKaew Photiyarn to see the biggest monk’s monument. Lunch and round-trip hotel transportation is included.

Inclusions: Private tour with driver/guide, Lunch, bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off from Chiang Mai hotels

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Personal expenses, Gratuities

Reviewed By 937ruthw

This private tour was excellent! We got a thorough history of the locality. The walking was pleasant and not difficult. There were a couple tricky spots and stairs that may be difficult for some travelers, but there are railings and our guide was ready to assist at any moment. Would definitely recommend. It was worth the extra for a private tour because we could choose how much time we spent at each location without worry. (We actually went in January 2020 but I forgot to leave a review)

6. Sightseeing Join Tour Chiang Rai / Pick up only in Chiang Rai

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Chiang Rai Sightseeing Join Tour Our comfortable, well air conditioned van or car pick you up at your hotel between 7.45 am - 08.30 am.The first destination will be the beautiful White Temple. From there your sightseeing continue to Blue Temple,Black House,Long Neck Village,Choui Fong Tea Plantation,Mae Sai.Before Mae Sai we stop for a lunch break.After you have enjoyed your lunch the next spot is the Golden Triangle where you can visit Opium Museum and enjoy Mekong River view.Back to town.You be back at your hotel around 17.00 pm - 19.00 pm. Pick up only in a radius of 3 km from Chiang Rai Night Basar. Tour includes Transport in a/c minivan or car Drinking water Thai Lunch English speaking tour guide Insurance Not include Soft Drinks Entry fees White Temple (100 ฿ per pax), Black House (80 ฿ per pax),Long Neck Village (300 ฿ per pax) and Opium Museum (50 ฿ per pax) Only pick up in Chiang Rai .

Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By stephanierA382VY

We arranged a one-day private tour where we were able to choose 5 sites to see. Gai was our guide, and the entire day was wonderful. Clean and comfortable car, we saw everything we wanted and spent the amount of time we wanted at each place. Gai's English is excellent, and she was quite knowledgeable about each site. Thank you for working with us!

7. White Temple, Longneck and Doi Tung Palace

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08:30 Pick up from your hotel to visit white temple, Hilltribe & longneck village and Doi Tung Palace

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Reviewed By louisho2020

Very artistic temple. Can just go on your own. Don't need a guide. Its more to an art then a temple for prayers. You can make a wish on the wishing leaves and had it hang.

8. Full-Day Guided Tour of Chiang Rai from Chiang Mai with Cruise

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Take 3.30 hours drive from Chaing Mai to Chiang Rai.  Visit White temple, Longneck village, Golden Triangle and cruise to Laos Market.

Inclusions: Buffet lunch, All activities

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Reviewed By Paul F

We enjoyed a marvelous meal that featured amazing variety of authentic local cuisine and then a show that featured cultural representation of several indigenous tribes from the region. Very relaxing, enjoyable and a great value.

9. 1 Day Private Tour Morning Buddhist Almsgiving , Doi Suthep ,White Temple

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Tour approximately  during 12 hours, Visiting the attractions in Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai province for 1 day ,This is good choice for the people who don’t have much time for travel but you can visiting the famius attractions, Moning Buddhist Almgiving for , Doi Suthep temple , the famous temple in Chiang Mai, lunch provide at the local restaurant, White temple or Wat RongKhun in Chiang Rai

Inclusions: Lunch, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By 937ruthw

This private tour was excellent! We got a thorough history of the locality. The walking was pleasant and not difficult. There were a couple tricky spots and stairs that may be difficult for some travelers, but there are railings and our guide was ready to assist at any moment. Would definitely recommend. It was worth the extra for a private tour because we could choose how much time we spent at each location without worry. (We actually went in January 2020 but I forgot to leave a review)

10. 1 Day Trip White Temple - Tea Plantation - Longneck - Cruise to Laos Market

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0830-0900  pick up from your hotel to visit White temple, tea plantation, longneck village and cruise at Maekhong River.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Lunch, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Drinks

Reviewed By louisho2020

Very artistic temple. Can just go on your own. Don't need a guide. Its more to an art then a temple for prayers. You can make a wish on the wishing leaves and had it hang.

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