Doi Inthanon National Park including Lunch from Chiang Mai
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Is Doi Inthanon National Park including Lunch from Chiang Mai worth booking?
Doi Inthanon National Park including Lunch from Chiang Mai is a 8-hour experience in Chiang Mai, Thailand, from $76 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 4 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 49 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (4)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $76 per person
Explore the beauty and culture of Doi Inthanon National Park on this 8-hour tour from Chiang Mai. Admire the views of Thailand’s highest mountain, explore the twin pagodas, visit the Karen Hill Tribe Village, and see the
What you get
About this experience
Explore the beauty and culture of Doi Inthanon National Park on this 8-hour tour from Chiang Mai. Admire the views of Thailand’s highest mountain, explore the twin pagodas, visit the Karen Hill Tribe Village, and see the beautiful waterfall.
What's included
Included
- Lunch
- English-speaking guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Parking fees
Not included
- Any services not mentioned
- Personal expenses and gratuities
What you'll see and do
Doi Inthanon
Doi Inthanon is one of the most popular national parks in Thailand. It is famous for its waterfalls, few trails, remote villages, picturesque montane farms, viewpoints, sunrise/sunset watching, birdwatching and the all year round cold weather on higher elevations.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Baan Tawai Village
Baan Tawai is the village of wood-carving handicrafts. It has long been known as the major cultural attraction of Chiang Mai for Thai and foreign tourists. The best quality and bargain wood carving items can be found in Baan Tawai.
30 minutes here
Twin Royal Stupas (Phra Maha Dhatu Nabha Metaneedol and Nabhapol Bhumisiri
About 3km before the summit, set amid lush tropical gardens, the twin stupas of Phra Mahathat Naphamethanidon and Phra Mahathat Naphapholphumisiri were built by the Royal Thai Air Force to commemorate the king’s and queen’s 60th birthdays in 1989 and 1992, respectively.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Private Single Tour
Pick up from Hotels in Chiang Mai town area only. Not valid for those staying in Four Seasons and Dhara Dhevi Pickup included
Private Group Tour
Private Tour: Pick up from Hotels in Chiang Mai town area only. Not valid for those staying in Four Seasons and Dhara Dhevi Pickup included
Join Tour
Tour with other guests. Pick up from hotels in Chiang Mai town area only. Not valid for those staying in Four Seasons and Dhara Dhevi Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Asia World Enterprise Co., Ltd
Know before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Even though it may be tropical, we recommend that you bring some warm clothing
- Please provide Hotel address and name for pickup and drop-off
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Small groups
1 mentionThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Doi Inthanon National Park including Lunch from Chiang Mai. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Average tour
It pains me to write this review of this tour as it began and ended in the same attitude – unhappy. Initially we were told to meet at the hotel at 08:30 and when we got down to the lobby at 08:30 we saw this woman pacing outside the doors asking people passing showing them her phone and then walking in and walking back out again. We sat for 10 minutes before seeing her go to the desk finally and asking them a question to which they pointed at us. She asked us our names and began stating that we were late. I asked if we were late why didn’t she have the front desk call our room to let us know she was there … no answer. With this fiasco over, we thought it was, we were ushered to our van and found that the driver along with our tour guide was sick. Sniffing, coughing, we took off. I began to think this tour should have been canceled if the tour guide and driver were sick; or get another set of two. Our drive to the pagodas continued with the lateness of meeting, and once at the pagodas – which were nice to see, the lateness remark continued. We only saw the Queen pagoda as our tour guide stated that she was hungry and we should make our way to the Karen tribe and eat. We did not see the King pagoda, and the tribe could have been passed up with more time spent at the pagodas or later waterfalls. We were shown to a shop for buying stuff and then a coffee plantation, which were a few trees with Arabica beans. We were driven to get food, which was good, but at this time we noticed our guide was showing more illness with stuffed nose and sniffling. The driver was coughing more. After lunch we moved on to the waterfall and this was genuinely nice to see. But again the lateness was brought up to us both and it was becoming annoying. We left the waterfalls and headed to some shops where wood artifacts were sold. This could have been left out on this tour, as the tribe visit, as if we wanted to shop, we would have signed up for a shopping tour. More time at the waterfall, or seeing the other waterfall would have been more prudent for the tour. I have to say, with all the other Viator tours we have signed up for, this was by far the least favorite. If you are going to be sick, do not come and give a tour. We both got sick the following day with headaches, running noses, sore throats. With the coronavirus going around we were both a bit skeptical of the sickness had by the tour guide.
via Viator
The pagodas were splendid and the...
<p>The pagodas were splendid and the drive through the country side and the park was beautiful. The stop was not at a hill side Karen village but a road side stand with fruits, vegetables and crafts from the local area. The last stop was not a place to see skilled craftsmen but an area to buy furniture and crafts. Since we are not shoppers we didn't need this stop. Our guide was just average so the day was just average.</p>
via Viator
We really enjoyed the private tour...
<p>We really enjoyed the private tour by guide We Chian and our driver Niphon was very good too. We highly recommend this tour for people interested in seeing a lot of what Doi Inthanon has to offer in a short amount of time as the trip to and from will take 3.5 hours in total. The tour guide is extremely engaged and intelligent about what is being seen and experienced. The lunch was also very good.</p>
via Viator
A great day out with lots of...
<p>A great day out with lots of interesting things to see along the way and a very knowledgable guide to ensure we didn't miss anything.</p>
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $76 to $9000
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 49
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Doi Inthanon National Park including Lunch from Chiang Mai: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Chiang Mai.
How much does Doi Inthanon National Park including Lunch from Chiang Mai cost?
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Prices start at $76 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 Doi Inthanon National Park including Lunch from Chiang Mai take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Doi Inthanon National Park including Lunch from Chiang Mai worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable outdoors in Chiang Mai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Doi Inthanon National Park including Lunch from Chiang Mai?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Doi Inthanon National Park including Lunch from Chiang Mai suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Doi Inthanon National Park including Lunch from Chiang Mai?
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Around 1 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Doi Inthanon National Park including Lunch from Chiang Mai 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), Thai and Akha Cooking Class in Chiang Mai. 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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