Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Tours and Activities

This half-day Chiang Mai temple tour explores the most famous and picturesque of the city’s 36 Buddhist Wats, the perfect introduction to Northern Thailand’s cultural and religious capital. Experience Chiang Mai’s most visually stunning Buddhist temples, including the gorgeous 600-year-old Wat Phrathat Doi Sutep atop the 5,300-foot (1,615 meter) Doi Suthep Peak, plus plenty of great photo-ops. The tour includes the services of a guide, entrance fees, air-conditioned transport and hotel pick-up and drop-off from central Chiang Mai.

See the golden pagodas of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep before the crowds arrive, following an early-morning almsgiving to local Buddhist monks. With a private guide at your side, you’ll gain insight into Thai spiritual life in Chiang Mai, including a private blessing ceremony at Wat Umong. After immersion in Buddhist devotional practices, slurp up a lunch of ‘khao soy,’ a northern-style noodle dish. Your 5-hour private tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

Beat the crowds and see a spectacular sunrise from one of Chiang Mai’s highest points during an early-morning tour to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. This unique tour offers you the chance to experience an alms-giving ceremony in the early morning and explore the famous temple without daytime crowds. Plus, a former-monk guide provides insight into Thai culture and the Buddhist religion.

Chiang Mai has an abundance of beautiful and historic Buddhist temples, and this 3.5-hour tour takes you to some of the most interesting and revered in Thailand’s second largest city. Climb the staircase to the mountain temple of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and visit Wat Chedi Luang, among others. Upgrade your tour for a private guide.

See cultural and natural sights of northern Thailand on this private full-day tour to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a temple located near the top of Mt. Suthep, and Bau Thong Waterfalls. This day trip provides the chance to visit one of Thailand's most sacred sites, enjoy impressive scenery, and learn about a local culture at Karen Long Neck Village. Hotel pickup and drop-off and lunch at an orchid farm are included.

Hike to the most sacred temple in Chiang Mai—Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep—with a park ranger-guide who leads you through the jungle-lined trails of Doi Suthep National Park. Start in the morning with a short drive to Mon Tha Than Waterfall, then trek up the mountain to Wat Doi Suthep. Have time to look around the temple grounds and eat lunch before returning by car to Chiang Mai. Sturdy walking shoes and swim gear are recommended for this active full-day tour that covers rugged terrain.

Get a panoramic view of Chiang Mai City from atop an ancient temple built in 1383 on this full-day, guided tour to one of the island’s most famous temples with tour of Bua Thong Waterfall included. Climb 306 steps to visit a shrine to Buddha before looking out at the city from the temple 3,500-ft (1067-meters) above sea-level. At “Sticky Waterfall” climb the falls tiered limestone layers and swim in its pools. Lunch and round-trip transport included.

Discover some of northern Thailand’s most exquisite Buddhist temples with a private, half-day trip from Chiang Mai. Climb past the seven-headed naga serpents that guard the golden shrine at Wat Phra That Doi Duthep, then take in sweeping views from the summit of the mountain temple. Return to Chiang Mai to learn the story behind a 14th century temple that contains a monk school and shrines to the Thai royal family. Enjoy the flexibility and personal experience of a private trip, and get an insiders’ look at Thai culture.

Experience the beauty of northern Thailand’s mountains on this half-day tour of Wat Doi Suthep Temple and White Meo Hilltribe Village from Chiang Mai. Take in the natural landscapes as you relax on a scenic drive through the winding roads that lead to Doi Suthep Peak and pay a visit to the Meo hilltribe, where you’ll learn about their traditional way of life. You’ll discover breathtaking scenery and an unspoiled rural life on this informative and memorable journey.

Experience the beauty and mystery Thailand’s most impressive and historic Buddhist temples on this private tour from Chiang Mai. Travel with your expert local guide on a half-day excursion that includes round-trip hotel transport with the option of morning or afternoon departure. Get an up close look and behind the scenes insight as your travel through some of the north’s top attractions with your friendly private guide.

Experience of the most stunning views in Chiang Mai Province on this full day tour. Begin by visiting Doi Suthep Temple. the most famous landmark in Chiang Mai. atop a mountain followed by a trip to the Doi Inthanon National Park. and visit magnificent waterfalls. You will also visit the highest mountain peak in the Thailand, stand before royal Thai architecture, and mingle with local hill tribe people.

Spend a day exploring Chiang Mai culture on an 8-hour trip to a historic tea plantation, a Karen community, and Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple. You’ll go deep into the countryside, learn about organic tea production, meet members of the Karen tribe, then tour a Buddhist temple set high on a mountain top. This full-day Chiang Mai cultural tour includes pickup and drop-off at Chiang Mai hotels, lunch, and all entrance fees, with an experienced local guide to take care of the details.

We depart from your hotel at 16:30 p.m. to Doi Suthep – Pui National Park which takes about a 1-hour drive.  First, we visit  Wat Phra That Doi Suthep or Doi Suthep Temple, one of northern Thailand’s most important and beautiful temples.  Experience the monks chanting which is a very spiritual experience. Enjoy the magnificence of the temple with its Golden Chedi glowing and spectacular views of Chiang Mai City and its surroundings at sunset. A must visit! Then, drive to Chiang Mai city to Old Chiang Mai Cultural Center. Here you can enjoy an authentic Thai dinner within the atmosphere of northern Thai Style culture. While having your meal, you will be entertained by a Northern Cultural Performance. A special meal such as Standard food, Halal food (No pork) and Vegetarian food can be requested at the time of booking.

Visit several cultural and religious sites around Chiang Mai on this 8- to 9-hour tour that includes lunch at a local restaurant. You'll see Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, one of the most sacred temples in the area, as well as Wat Umong, Wat Suan Dok, and Wat Phra That Doi Kham (Temple of the Golden Mountain).

Explore Chiang Mai’s most splendid temples on a 4-hour cultural tour through the city’s gleaming spires, hushed sanctuaries and towering stupas. Climb 300 steps to the mountaintop Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, with commanding views of the surrounding countryside. Stroll the pristine clusters of white chedi in Wat Suan Dok, which contains the ashes of Chiang Mai’s former royal family, and discover the weathered pagodas of Wat Jed Yod, an atmospheric temple whose ‘seven spires’ date to the 15th-century and are nestled in lush jungle foliage.

Ascend to 3,500 feet (1,069m) without breaking a sweat on a half-day tour that takes you to the mountaintop Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple and Phu Ping Palace. An early start means you avoid the crowds that congregate around midday, while exploring with a guide means you benefit from important social and historical context.

With literally hundreds of temples to choose from, you could spend weeks exploring Chiang Mai. Cut to the chase in just a morning (or an afternoon) on this guided door-to-door tour of three signature temples. Start at mountaintop Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, with sweeping views across the city; head to 14th-century Wat Suan Dok, with its bell-shaped stupa; finish at Wat Chedi Luang, once home to the Emerald Buddha.

Discover the ancient Wat Doi Suthep temple and native Hmong hill-tribe village on this day trip from Chiang Mai. Explore historic monuments in Wat Doi Suthep, enjoy scenic views of Chiang Mai city atop the temple, and visit the traditional Hmong hill-tribe village. • Exploration of ancient Wat Doi Suthep temple • Discovery of historic Hmong hill-tribe village • Exotic nagas (dragon) staircase at Wat Doi Suthep • Panoramic views of Chiang Mai & its surroundings • Native hill-tribe household to learn customs & routines

Visit three Buddhist temples around Chiang Mai, including Wat Doi Suthep—one of northern Thailand’s most important temples—on this private half-day tour. Your guide shows you the lesser known Wat Umong and Palad Temple (Wat Pha Lat), then continues to Wat Doi Suthep where you can hear monks chanting and watch the sun set over Chiang Mai. You also have the option to practice meditation at Wat Umong.

Discover Chiang Mai's ancient temples on this half-day tour. Explore historic and religious monuments from Wat Doi Suthep, Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phalat and Thapae gate. Marvel at the scenic views of Chiang Mai city and the intricate architecture of historical Buddhist and Hindu relics. • Exploration of fascinating Chiang Mai ancient temples • Wat Phra That Doi Suthep with far-reaching city views • Distinctive & traditional Buddhist architecture • Historic Buddha relic at Wat Chedi Luang • Panoramic views of Chiang Mai & its surrounding areas • Hotel pickup and drop-off included

Visit Wat Doi Suthep and Palad Temple on this private half-day tour from Chiang Mai. Your guide shows you the picturesque grounds of Padad Temple (Wat Pha Lat), located in a forest just outside of Chiang Mai. Then continue up the mountain to Wat Doi Suthep, a 14th-century temple and important Buddhist pilgrimage site in northern Thailand. Choose from a morning or afternoon tour that suits your schedule.

Once the sun sets, Chiang Mai takes on a completely different character. See the city magically illuminated on an evening tour that reveals two of Chiang Mai’s most-popular temples—Wat Umong and Wat Phra That Doi Suthep—at night. Visiting the temples at night means that you’ll benefit from cooler temperatures and less crowds.

The city of Chiang Mai has a wealth of beautiful and historic Buddhist Wats (temples), and on this tour a visit to the most fascinating Wats is made. On this immersive full-day tour, see the many faces of Chiang Mai, including the marvel at the ancient temples Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Wat Chet Yot, Wat Suan Dok, Wat Phra Singh, Wat Chedi Luang & Wat Chiang Man, steeped in culture and history. - Guided excursion to 6 well-known temples of Chiang Mai - Exploration of fascinating Chiang Mai ancient temples - Wat Phra That Doi Suthep with far-reaching city views - Visit to 15th-century Wat Chet Yot with its 7-spire stupa - The historic Buddha relic at Wat Suan Dok - Stress-free roundtrip transportation to & from your hotel

Experience some of northern Thailand’s beloved Buddhist temples on this guided adventure. After a convenient hotel pickup, head to Doi Suthep-Pui National Park and hop on a cable car or climb 306 steps to reach the sacred temple of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. Enjoy magnificent views of Chiang Mai before returning to the city for visits to Chedi Luang and Pantao temples.