CHIANG MAI
Chiang Mai’s standout days out.
The 15 experiences travellers rate most around Chiang Mai. The temple mornings, sanctuary visits and mountain day trips people still talk about long after the flight home.
Visit an organic Chiang Mai farm, shop spices at a local market, then cook Thai classics from scratch with flexible vegan options.
Most Popular“Expect everything that the reviews say... excellent afternoon, great fun, wonderful team, fabulous food.”
Ethical rescued elephant day outside Chiang Mai with waterfall swim, in-river bathing, banana feeding, and bamboo rafting on the Mae Wang.
“Other than my wedding this was one of the best days of my life! Got to cuddle my favourite animal. The sanctuary was so well run. They really care for them and I learnt so many things I didn’t know. Can’t recommend this tour enough ❤️”
Ethical elephant sanctuary plus Mae Wang waterfall hike from Chiang Mai: feed and bathe rescued elephants, then enjoy Thai lunch and jungle trails.
“Beer was a great guide, explaining everything during the way. The experience with the elephants is unique.”
Shop Chiang Mai’s market, tour Thai herbs, then cook curry paste and a full Thai meal in an organic garden. English class.
Chiang Mai market and organic farm visit plus a hands-on Thai cooking class. Cook your own dishes, then eat Khao Soi and more.
“It was a great day learning about Thai ingredients and sauces. Our instructor was very knowledgeable and helpful. The cooking school grounds are beautiful and professionally organised. We had a fantastic time as a family!”
A half-day ethical Chiang Mai elephant sanctuary tour with safe feeding, herbal treats, and river bathing at Pon Elephant Thailand.
“It was amazing! They really care for the elephants so please support this place as much as possible. Loved our guide King Kong 😁”
Chiang Mai Thai and Akha cooking class with a morning market option, hands-on stations, big Thai/Akha menu, and a take-home cookbook for $42.
“This cooking class came highly recommended by friends who took it during their recent vacation. We are so happy we booked it, as it was one of the highlights of our trip! The space was beautifully laid out and well lit. Every work station was immaculate and well stocked, but not cluttered. The class drew…”
Chiang Rai temples day tour from Chiang Mai: White Temple, Blue Temple, Temple of Light, coffee stop, guided visit, AC transport, water.
“Our guide Wasta was an amazing guide. He had a lot of knowledge about the temples and even though the trip was long he made very smooth and entertaining. I highly recommend this tour was full of culture and the food at the buffet was delicious. We love Thailand and its people they are very…”
Full-day Chiang Rai temples from Chiang Mai: White, Blue, Red/Black House, hot springs and lunch. Includes transfer and guide.
“You will see a lot during the trip! Definitely worth the money coming from Chiang Mai. The Karen village was however, very sad. Please don’t take pictures of these women. The rest was nice! The driver was sometimes quite fast, so be aware that you should bring medication for nausea.”
Chiang Mai elephant sanctuary day: feed rescued elephants, join mud-bath play, make treats, eat Thai lunch, with hotel pickup and English guide.
“We got really hands on time with the elephants, time to take care of them and take pictures. Truly an ethical program and establishment. I thought we would need longer but it felt like the right amount or time.”
Small-group day trip to Doi Inthanon waterfalls and hilltribe villages, plus Royal Project stops and the Twin Royal Stupas.
“Our tour to Doi Inthanon National Park was a great experience. The trekking through the rainforest with our very knowledgeable local guide “Uncle” was a wonderful experience. Lunch in hill village was delicious and the visit to twin pagodas at the mountain summit was wonderful. We travelled in a super comfy van with a great…”
Walk Chiang Mai Old City temples in 3 hours with an English guide, see Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phan Tao, and Wat Phra Singh, and learn Lanna culture.
“Excellent tour, guide Nana was fantastic. I’d recommend this to anyone in Chiang Mai”
Chiang Mai day tour with a barefoot Sticky Waterfall climb and Dan Tewada Land of Angels photo park, plus hotel pickup and bottled water.
“Our day trip was perfect! Early pick up from the hotel in a private car. Adam drove us to the cafe and the waterfall. He was so professional, fun, and easy to talk to. He took amazing photos of us and truly made the day outstanding.”
Chiang Mai Muay Thai stadium tickets from $19. Choose standard, ringside or VIP seating for 6–8 fights plus drinks and snacks.
“Free taxi to the event, I booked here but my hotel called the taxi that brought us there and then back to hotel. Go at least 15 to 20 minutes earlier. Drinks are cheap at the event. 100B for cocktails. Ring side first row it's amazing view. 6 rounds, teenagers, girls, and last one 39vs25…”
Chiang Mai cooking class with market visit and pickup: Thai herbs, hands-on wok cooking, mango sticky rice, plus PDF recipes.
The old city, the temple mountains and the valleys around them, and every way to see them.
