Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Day Trip
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Is Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Day Trip worth booking?
Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Day Trip is a 11-hour experience in Chiang Mai, Thailand, from $96 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
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- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $96 per person
Ready to discover Chiang Rai in a more personal and exclusive way? This private day trip from Chiang Mai begins with seamless hotel pickup and a relaxing stop at Mae Kajan Hot Springs before continuing to the region’s most iconic landmarks. Admire the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), where mirrored glass and intricate details create a striking, dreamlike masterpiece, then visit the Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten), known for its vivid sapphire interiors and golden details. Add your own touch with one selected stop: Baan Dam Museum, Lalita Café’s misty waterfalls and gardens, or the Red Temple (Wat Huay Pla Kang). Designed for families, couples, or small groups, enjoy a comfortable private journey at a pace that suits your group, with the option to add a guide for deeper insight along the way.
What you get
About this experience
Ready to discover Chiang Rai in a more personal and exclusive way? This private day trip from Chiang Mai begins with seamless hotel pickup and a relaxing stop at Mae Kajan Hot Springs before continuing to the region’s most iconic landmarks. Admire the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), where mirrored glass and intricate details create a striking, dreamlike masterpiece, then visit the Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten), known for its vivid sapphire interiors and golden details. Add your own touch with one selected stop: Baan Dam Museum, Lalita Café’s misty waterfalls and gardens, or the Red Temple (Wat Huay Pla Kang). Designed for families, couples, or small groups, enjoy a comfortable private journey at a pace that suits your group, with the option to add a guide for deeper insight along the way.
What's included
Included
- English and Chinese speaking guide for guided options only
- Round-trip hotel transfers in Chiang Mai Old Town and Nimman area
- Private air-conditioned van transportation throughout the tour
Not included
- Meals and beverages
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and tips
What you'll see and do
Mae Khachan Hot Spring
Unwind at Mae Kajan Hot Springs and enjoy a relaxing break along the scenic northern route. Stroll through the peaceful surroundings, breathe in the fresh air, and dip your feet into the warm mineral pools.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Wat Rong Khun
Admire the elegant beauty of the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), where intricate details, mirrored glass, and artistic motifs come together to form a truly unique and visually striking masterpiece.
50 minutes here · Admission included
Baan Dam Museum
Discover Baan Dam Museum, a collection of dark wooden buildings by a renowned Thai artist. Explore bold, thought-provoking art and a mysterious atmosphere unique to Chiang Rai.
50 minutes here · Admission included
Wat Huay Pla Kang
Explore the Red Temple and take in its grand red hall and towering white Guan Yin statue, rising above the landscape in a calm yet striking setting.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at Lalita Café, where lush gardens, gentle waterfalls, and soft mist create a scenic spot to relax, take photos, and soak in the dreamy surroundings.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Wat Rong Seur Ten (Blue Temple)
Discover the Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten), where vivid blue interiors are beautifully contrasted with intricate golden details for a striking and unforgettable atmosphere.
40 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Chiang Mai
Please be ready at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before your scheduled departure time. Late arrival may shorten the time available for the tour.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Please be ready at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before your scheduled departure time. Late arrival may shorten the time available for the tour.
Options you can book
Guided: Black House
Explore Chiang Rai from Chiang: Mai with an English or Chinese-speaking guide, visiting the White Temple, Blue Temple, and the art-filled Black House Museum. Duration: 12 hours Pickup included
Private Driver: Black House
Travel comfortably from Chiang: Mai with a private driver and AC van, visiting Chiang Rai’s White Temple, Blue Temple & Black House Museum at your own pace. Duration: 12 hours Pickup included
Private Driver: Lalita Café
Travel from Chiang Mai to: Chiang Rai with a private driver and AC van, visiting the White Temple, Blue Temple &Lalita Café’s gardens and waterfalls Duration: 12 hours Pickup included
Guided: Lalita Café
Journey through Chiang Rai’s: highlights on a private guided tour from Chiang Mai, visiting the White Temple, Blue Temple & Lalita Café’s gardens. Duration: 12 hours Pickup included
Private Driver: Red Temple
Travel from Chiang Mai to: Chiang Rai with a private driver and AC van, visiting the White Temple, Blue Temple, and Red Temple with its Guan Yin statue. Duration: 12 hours Pickup included
Guided: Red Temple
Visit Chiang Rai’s White: Temple, Blue Temple & Red Temple with an English or Chinese-speaking guide, and see the towering Guan Yin statue. Duration: 12 hours Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- th, cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Siam Scape Journeys
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children aged 3–10 years are charged the same rate as adults, while children aged 1–2 years are not recommended to join this tour due to the long travel time.
- This is a private tour for your group only. The Private Tour Without Guide option includes a private driver and can accommodate up to 8 participants.
- Kindly note that all options do not include entrance fees, meals, or travel insurance.
- For all options, entrance fees vary by selected stop: Wat Rong Khun 200 THB, Baan Dam Museum 80 THB, and Lalita Café 60 THB and must be paid or arranged independently
- Children over 120 cm in height must pay the same entrance fee as adult price.
- Guests will visit only one selected custom stop based on the chosen package: Black House, Red Temple, or Lalita Café.
- The tour is scheduled to return to Chiang Mai at approximately 6:30 PM. However, the actual return time may vary depending on traffic, weather conditions, lunch duration, optional stops, and the time spent at each attraction.
- As this is a private tour, guests may adjust the time spent at each stop according to their preference, subject to the overall tour schedule.
- This private tour follows a fixed route and schedule to ensure all main stops can be completed within the day. Additional stops or visits to locations outside the itinerary are not available.
- Please dress respectfully for temple visits. Clothing that covers shoulders and knees is recommended.
- In the rare event that we must cancel a tour, we will notify you in advance and offer an alternative date, a different tour, or a full refund.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $96 to $8,200
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Siam Scape Journeys, who run 357 experiences we rank across 9 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.0.
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Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Day Trip: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Chiang Mai.
How much does Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Day Trip cost?
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Prices start at $96 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Chiang Mai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Day Trip take?
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Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Chiang Mai is not rushed.
Is Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Day Trip worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Chiang Mai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Day Trip?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Day Trip suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Day Trip?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Chiang Mai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Chiang Mai and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Day Trip start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Chiang Mai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Chiang Mai?
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On Outty we rank every Chiang Mai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Half-Day Thai Cooking Class at Organic Farm in Chiang Mai, Full Day Thai Cooking at Farm (Chiang Mai), Chiang Mai Elephant Sanctuary, Bamboo Rafting and Waterfall Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Chiang Mai?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Chiang Mai?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Day Trip?
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Included: English and Chinese speaking guide for guided options only; Round-trip hotel transfers in Chiang Mai Old Town and Nimman area; and Private air-conditioned van transportation throughout the tour. Not included: Meals and beverages; Travel insurance; and Personal expenses and tips. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Day Trip include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 263 listed pickup locations in and around Chiang Mai. Be ready about 60 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Day Trip offered in?
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It is offered in Thai, Chinese and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Day Trip?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Day Trip if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Chiang Mai. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What booking options are available for Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai White and Blue Temples Private Day Trip?
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There are 6 options to choose from, including Guided: Black House, Private Driver: Black House, Private Driver: Lalita Café, Guided: Lalita Café. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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