CHIANG MAI
Chiang Mai’s standout days out.
The 15 half-day tours travellers book most in Chiang Mai right now, with prices, run times and the operator behind each one so you can choose the day that fits.
Visit an organic Chiang Mai farm, shop spices at a local market, then cook Thai classics from scratch with flexible vegan options.
Most Popular“A very interesting class - will definitely cook more Thai dishes from scratch once back at my home . Love was amazing in engaging us through-out and helped us create amazing and lip smacking dishes”
A half-day ethical Chiang Mai elephant sanctuary tour with safe feeding, herbal treats, and river bathing at Pon Elephant Thailand.
“everything was perfect. thank you Lek ans Jacky, thank you mahouts and elephants !”
A Thai cooking farm half-day in Chiang Mai: market stop, hands-on cooking at your station, and multiple classic dishes plus transport.
“What an incredible day from start to finish! Timi was just the best guide, teacher and chef and she has such a wonderful sense of humour so had us laughing all day 😊 We learnt, we cooked, we ate, we laughed, we loved our day!”
A half-day Chiang Mai elephant visit at Ran-Tong Save & Rescue with small groups, hotel pickup, and hands-on feeding and bathing.
“It was a great experience, the elephants were very friendly and fun, the guides were informative of elephant behavior. Change of clothes provided as well as boots so no concerns regarding getting your clothes or shoes dirty or muddy. You can shower after if you want. It’s a little long ride to and from 45…”
Half-day Elephant Dream Project sanctuary in Chiang Mai: ethical elephant jungle feeding, guided learning in English, Thai lunch, hotel pickup.
“Amazing experience!! We did some research regarding ethics etc. when choosing a sanctuary and we’re so glad we went with this one. It was locally run, and the elefants were taken good care of. We fed the elefants and went for a little walk up the mountain with them, it was amazing to see them…”
Hop on a hotel transfer to Bua Thong in Chiang Mai, climb the limestone steps, swim if you want, then head back in just 4 hours.
“sooooo much fun! a cant miss! just wear your swimsuit and bring a change of clothes and towel!”
Shop Chiang Mai ingredients, cook 5 dishes plus dessert in a local home kitchen, and eat everything you make with an English guide.
“The best cooking class we have ever taken. The chef was super fun, told us many interesting things about Thai cousine, food was fresh and we even went to buy some ingredients on the market. Amazing experience on a rainy day in Chiang Mai!”
Half-day Chiang Mai temple tour with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, and three top wats—capped by Doi Suthep views.
“I give a 5 stars to the tour guide Mrs. Nai. The guided tour was good with history and cultural acknowledge.”
Guided Nam Phrae half-day e-bike ride from Chiang Mai: hilly paved roads, temples and villages, helmets, small group pacing, lunch or snacks included.
“E bikes were great quality . Cycling was fun and tour very interesting. Our guide was excellent - very informative.”
Pedal through Chiang Mai ruins, temples, and countryside communities on a 4-hour bike tour with snacks, lunch, and friendly local guides.
“Great experience!!! Really personalized and fun. Yummy food. Kids had a super time - definitely one of the favorite activities we’ve done.”
Guided fat-tire e-bike ride through Chiang Mai rice paddies and temples, with water, lunch, and easy, scenic pacing for small groups.
“It’s a great trip, friendly guides, equipment is really well maintained and the whole morning was really good fun. Plenty of stops along the way for photos and info about the area.”
Cycle Chiang Mai’s old town in 3 hours with market stops, quiet temples, and a blacksmith community visit, plus lunch and coffee.
“What an amazing trip with Vivi! Not just a cycling tour but a visit to the markets and the back streets of Chiang Mai, places you would not go by yourself. Viva is extremely knowledgeable of the city, the markets and the surrounding areas, safely taking you on a journey around the temples and places…”
Half-day Chiang Mai tour to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and a Hmong village, with AC pickup and skip-the-line admission for $28.
“Bellissima esperienza! Ovviamente c’è molta gente ma è da mettere in conto. Esperienza carina al villaggio con le possibilità di visitare la cascata con 20 bath a testa e sorseggiare un caffè prodotto da loro, immersi nella natura!”
Half-day Mae Ping River boat ride plus a herb farm lunch in Chiang Mai, featuring fresh gardens and khao soi with herbal tea.
“Khao Soy and ice cream were delicious. Interesting little farm. No issues with pick up and drop off at hotel.”
Tube the Mae Taeng River, slide at Saa Gee waterfall, and optionally hand-feed rescued elephants on an eco-friendly Chiang Mai half-day.
“it was an Amazing Adventure. on our tubing Tour we saw many elephants and cows. the elephants crossed the river, maybe 25m in Front of US. So we stopped to have a Look. the waterfall slide was Amazing. The Guide took videos of US sliding down! Very nice experience. The Pick up was in annaunced…”
The old city, the temple mountains and the valleys around them, and every way to see them.
