Chiang Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch
Traveler rating
3.9/5
Based on 212 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Chiang Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch worth booking?
Chiang Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch is a 13-hour experience in Chiang Mai, Thailand, from $30 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 3.9/5 rating across 212 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 3.9/5 (212)
- Duration
- 13 hours
- From
- $30 per person
Be captivated by the incredible sights of Chiang Rai in this day's exploration. Learn the history and top landmarks of one of Thailand's overlooked cities yet worth the extra mile. Complete with round trip transfers on your way to each destination, discover Chiang Rai Province through its rich culture kept in the White and Blue Temples (Wat Rong Khun and Wat Rong Sear Tean, respectively), its notable design a significant shift from the traditional Thai golden temples. Explore Chiang Rai’s artistic side at the Baan Dam Museum (Black House), created by Thawan Duchanee, or choose Wat Huay Pla Kang (Red Temple) with its towering Guan Yin statue and panoramic views. Ideal for culture lovers and photographers—book now and pick your favorite experience.
What you get
About this experience
Be captivated by the incredible sights of Chiang Rai in this day's exploration. Learn the history and top landmarks of one of Thailand's overlooked cities yet worth the extra mile. Complete with round trip transfers on your way to each destination, discover Chiang Rai Province through its rich culture kept in the White and Blue Temples (Wat Rong Khun and Wat Rong Sear Tean, respectively), its notable design a significant shift from the traditional Thai golden temples. Explore Chiang Rai’s artistic side at the Baan Dam Museum (Black House), created by Thawan Duchanee, or choose Wat Huay Pla Kang (Red Temple) with its towering Guan Yin statue and panoramic views. Ideal for culture lovers and photographers—book now and pick your favorite experience.
What's included
Included
- Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned car/minivan from Chiang Mai's Old Town and Nimman area
- Tour guide, life Insurance
- Lunch, drinking water & seasonal fruits
Not included
- Karen Long-neck tribe admission fee(300 THB/PAX)
- Admission fee: 280 THB/PAX for Wat Rong Khun, the Black House (Baan Dam, White Blue Temples option)
- Admission fee: 340 THB/PAX for Wat Rong Khun, Wat Huay Pla Kang, Lalita Cafe (Red White Blue option)
What you'll see and do
Chiang Mai
Picked up from your hotel in Chiang Mai's Old Town/Nimman area and then direct to Chiang Rai. After transportation, around 50 minutes, you will arrive at Mae Khachan Hotspring.
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Mae Khachan Hot Spring
One of the few natural hot springs in northern Thailand, the Mae Kachan Hot Spring (Mae Ka Chan is so hot—reaching temperatures of 194˚F (90˚C—it can boil an egg in minutes, a feat that locals are more than happy to demonstrate. The hot springs are too hot for bathing. You can only dip your feet briefly.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Wat Rong Khun
Wat Rong Khun, perhaps better known to foreigners as the White Temple, is a privately owned art exhibit in the style of a Buddhist temple in Chiang Rai Province, Thailand. It is owned by Chalermchai Kositpipat, who designed, constructed, and opened it to visitors in 1997.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Wat Rong Seur Ten (Blue Temple)
Monumental, modern Buddhist temple distinguished by its vivid blue coloring & elaborate carvings.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Baan Dam Museum
(If select) Baan Dam Museum, also known to foreigners as the Black House Museum, is a mixture of traditional northern Thai buildings with unconventional and contemporary architecture, created by Thawan Duchanee.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Wat Huay Pla Kang
(If select)Discover Wat Huay Pla Kang, home to a towering Guan Yin statue, a vivid red pagoda, and elegant temple halls. Ride the elevator inside the statue, admire intricate details, and take in panoramic views over Chiang Rai’s surrounding countryside.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Chiang Mai
Way back to Chiang Mai. It will take around 3 hours 20:30pm-21:00pm. You will arrive in Chiang Mai, and reach your hotel safely.
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Longneck Karen Village
Optional visit to the Karen Long-neck tribe(admission fee 300 THB/PAX). A tribal village whose women wear stacked brass rings on their necks & sell handmade crafts. For those who do not visit Karen Long-neck Village, the tour guide will ask you to wait for others for around 1 hour. You can spend your time at the nearby market.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Chiang Mai
Or, you can also get picked up from your hotel in Chiang Mai's Old Town and Nimman area.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Or, you can also get picked up from your hotel in Chiang Mai's Old Town and Nimman area.
Options you can book
Baan Dam White Blue Temples
Discover Chiang Rai highlights: White and Blue Temples, Hot Springs, Black House (Baan Dam Museum), with lunch and round-trip transfers from Chiang Mai Duration: 12 hours Pick up Time: 07:00am – 07:30am Pickup included
Red White Blue Temples
Explore Chiang Rai’s iconic: White & Blue Temples, Mae Kajan Hot Springs, Red Temple, with lunch and easy round-trip transfers from Chiang Mai Duration: 12 hours Lunch Included Pick up Time: 07:00am – 07:30am Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 25 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Oh-Hoo
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child ticket age between 3-6 years
- For visiting the Wat Rong Khun Temple, You must honor the place by dressing in a casual dress code (or better). No flipper shoes (sneakers, sports shoes, or cut shoes are OK), No tank top (T-Shirt is OK), No short pants (long pair of jeans is OK)
- You can choose to finish the program at Central Plaza at Chiang Rai to stay there, but your bag should be small
- Please note that Chiang Rai is far from Chiang Mai, so this trip involves a long drive in the minivan. The trip duration can reach a maximum of 13-14 hours, depending on the traffic along the way and the road conditions.
- This is a joint tour, the operator will be picking up each guest in order, so please kindly wait patiently at your hotel. If waiting for too long, please contact the operator immediately
- In any case, if your booking isn't matched with reality when you show upfront (such as child's age, child's height, the number of people and etc), you are responsible to pay the additional charge upfront for the tour
- On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund
- For those who do not visit Karen Long-neck Village, the tour guide will ask you to wait for others around 1 hour. You can spend your time at the near by market.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 211 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
211 verified traveler reviews for Chiang Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Long trek - Disney Temples
The whole excursion was a long way and a long time on a bus. I enjoyed the Hilltop Village and also the White Temple - but the Blue and the Red Temples, were more like Disney - new temples etc - built for tourism. The tour guide and driver were fine - but wasn't my favourite excursion for sure
Response from the operator: Thank you for your honest feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the village and White Temple, but we’re sorry the long bus journey and other temple visits did not suit your expectations. We appreciate your perspective on the itinerary and your comments about the guide and driver. Oh-Hoo
via Tripadvisor
Brilliant
Goy was very kind with us, very good tour, we went to Chang Rai and saw a lot of things. I recommend it to everyone
Response from the operator: Thank you, Luis! We’re happy you enjoyed discovering Chiang Rai and appreciated Goy’s kindness. Many thanks for recommending the tour. Oh-Hoo
via Viator
Amazing day trip
Great guide and amazing places. White temple was of course the best but the other temples were really nice too. Guide was super friendly and helpful.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your review! We’re glad the White Temple was a highlight and that you also enjoyed the other temples. It’s lovely to hear the guide’s friendliness and help made the day even better. Oh-Hoo
via Tripadvisor
Great experience
Our tour guide was the BEST! We loved the tour. One thing though — we would have loved more time at the White Temple because it is pretty big, and 45 minutes wasn’t quite enough time to explore everything. Other than that, we absolutely loved the full-day trip. This is a MUST-do!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your enthusiastic recommendation! We’re delighted your guide made the day so enjoyable. We also appreciate your feedback that 45 minutes at the White Temple felt too short to explore everything you wanted to see. Oh-Hoo
via Tripadvisor
Great experience...
Great experience overall--- I hope future groups get more explanation of history and/or interesting facts about what we are seeing. The views were beautiful and the transportation was comfortable.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear that you had a great experience overall, enjoyed the beautiful views, and found the transportation comfortable. We also truly appreciate your suggestion about including more historical background and interesting facts during the tour. That’s very helpful feedback, and we will share it with our team to enhance the experience for future guests. Thank you again for your valuable comments, and we hope to welcome you back again soon. Best Regards, Oh-Hoo Team
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 13 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $30 to $1,620
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 74
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Oh-Hoo, who run 775 experiences we rank across 10 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 55.7.
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Chiang Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Chiang Mai.
How much does Chiang Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $30 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 Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch take?
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Plan for about 13 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 Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.9/5 across 212 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 Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch?
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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 Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 13-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Chiang Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch?
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Around 74 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 13-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Chiang Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch 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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What is included in Chiang Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch?
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Included: Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned car/minivan from Chiang Mai's Old Town and Ni; Tour guide, life Insurance; and Lunch, drinking water & seasonal fruits. Not included: Karen Long-neck tribe admission fee(300 THB/PAX); Admission fee: 280 THB/PAX for Wat Rong Khun, the Black House (Baan Dam, White Blue Temple; and Admission fee: 340 THB/PAX for Wat Rong Khun, Wat Huay Pla Kang, Lalita Cafe (Red White Bl. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Chiang Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 493 listed pickup locations in and around Chiang Mai. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time.
What languages is Chiang Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch offered in?
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It runs in 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 Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch?
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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.
Is Chiang Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Chiang Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Chiang Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch?
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Across 212 reviews averaging 3.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, value for money. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Chiang Rai Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Baan Dam White Blue Temples, Red White Blue Temples. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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