
Doi Inthanon Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour from Chiang Mai
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Doi Inthanon Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour from Chiang Mai worth booking?
Doi Inthanon Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour from Chiang Mai is a 8-hour experience in Chiang Mai, Thailand, from ฿800 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (4)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- ฿800 per person
From the familiar landscapes of Chiang Mai, ascend to a cooler, greener world just beyond the horizon – Doi Inthanon awaits! This full-day tour blends stunning natural beauty with authentic local life. Stand at Thailand’s highest point, admire the majestic twin royal pagodas with sweeping highland views, and visit the colorful Hmong market. Enjoy a delicious Thai lunch at a local restaurant before discovering Ban Mae Klang Luang, a serene village framed by terraced rice fields, where you’ll meet Karen farmers and visit a coffee roasting plant. Cap off the day with the misty spray of Wachirathan and Mae Klang waterfalls. Ready to rise above the ordinary? Book your mountain escape today.
What you get
About this experience
From the familiar landscapes of Chiang Mai, ascend to a cooler, greener world just beyond the horizon – Doi Inthanon awaits! This full-day tour blends stunning natural beauty with authentic local life. Stand at Thailand’s highest point, admire the majestic twin royal pagodas with sweeping highland views, and visit the colorful Hmong market. Enjoy a delicious Thai lunch at a local restaurant before discovering Ban Mae Klang Luang, a serene village framed by terraced rice fields, where you’ll meet Karen farmers and visit a coffee roasting plant. Cap off the day with the misty spray of Wachirathan and Mae Klang waterfalls. Ready to rise above the ordinary? Book your mountain escape today.
What's included
Included
- Accident insurance coverage
- A knowledgeable tour guide
- A delicious Thai set menu lunch
- Round-trip air-conditioned transport from Chiang Mai Old Town and Nimman area.
- Complimentary drinking water
Not included
- National Park entry fees of 300 THB per adult / 150 THB per child are payable upon arrival
- The Royal Twin Pagoda admission ticket of 100 THB per adult / 50 THB per child
What you'll see and do
Reach Thailand’s highest point at 2,565 meters. Breathe in crisp mountain air and explore the summit with a 15 – 20 minute walk along the highest nature trail through misty, ancient forest.
40 minutes here · Admission not included
Admire the King's Pagoda, built in 1987 to honor King Bhumibol’s 60th birthday. Surrounded by vibrant gardens and mountain air, it offers stunning views and peaceful photo spots above the clouds
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Visit the Queen’s Pagoda, completed in 1992 to celebrate Queen Sirikit’s birthday. Walk through lush flower terraces and enjoy panoramic vistas that showcase Doi Inthanon’s cool, green majesty.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Explore a vibrant highland market bursting with handmade crafts, seasonal fruits, and aromatic herbs grown in the cool mountain air—perfect for a taste of local life
40 minutes here · Admission included
Wachirathan Falls
Feel the cool spray as you stand before the Doi Inthanon’s most stunning waterfall, where roaring water plunges over lush cliffs, creating misty scenes perfect for unforgettable photos.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Snap peaceful photos at Mae Klang Waterfall, where cool streams glide over wide rocky tiers, surrounded by serene greenery and the soothing sound of flowing streams.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Ban Mae Klang Luang
Wander through lush terraced rice fields, meet Karen farmers living in harmony with nature, and visit a local coffee roasting house to smell and taste fresh mountain-grown brews.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Chiang Mai
Kindly meet your driver in the hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup. Arriving more than 10 minutes late or after our departure may result in a no-show designation.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 45 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Kindly meet your driver in the hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup. Arriving more than 10 minutes late or after our departure may result in a no-show designation.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- th, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Siam Scape Journeys
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour duration includes travel time.
- Children aged 3 to 6 years qualify for child tickets
- To respectfully visit the King's and Queen's Pagodas, please dress modestly. Closed-toe shoes like sneakers or sports shoes are acceptable, but flip-flops are not. T-shirts are fine, but tank tops are not permitted. Long pants or jeans are appropriate, while shorts are not allowed
- For this joint tour, kindly await the operator's arrival at your hotel, as they will be collecting each guest sequentially. Should you experience a prolonged wait, please contact the tour operator immediately. Your patience is greatly appreciated
- Should the details provided in your booking not accurately reflect the situation upon arrival (for instance, discrepancies in a child's age or height, or the total number of participants), you will be responsible for settling any supplementary charges for the tour at that time
- The estimated time of arrival back at your hotel is between 5:00 PM and 5:30 PM. Please note that this timeframe may vary slightly depending on your hotel's location and prevailing traffic conditions
- A minimum of two participants are required for this experience. Should cancellation be necessary, you will be informed in advance, and offered a reschedule, an alternative experience, or a full refund
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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
3 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.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Doi Inthanon Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour from Chiang Mai. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A full day of waterfalls, fields and mountain views
This trip suited me because I wanted to see more than one type of scenery in a single day. The waterfalls and rice field setting gave the tour a good balance, and the mountain area made it feel very different from central Chiang Mai. There was more walking than I first expected, so comfortable shoes are a good idea. I also appreciated that the day was focused on nature rather than shopping stops. For a first visit to Doi Inthanon, it was a practical way to experience several landscapes without planning every section myself.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your thoughtful feedback! We’re glad the waterfalls, rice fields, and mountain scenery gave you the nature-focused day you wanted. Your advice about comfortable shoes is helpful. We hope this first visit to Doi Inthanon leaves you with wonderful memories. Siam Scape Journeys
via Tripadvisor
Nice tour
Tour guide was friendly and informative. A very pleasant experience. Lush gardens, beautiful waterfalls, amazing pagodas.
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re pleased the guide’s friendly explanations complemented the gardens, waterfalls, and pagodas. We hope those beautiful surroundings remain a happy memory of your visit. Siam Scape Journeys
via Viator
Successful day, driver drove dangerously
Was a good day. Picked up at hotel with van we did the tour with. First stop at gas station with shops was nonsensical. Then beautiful waterfalls, coffee and tea in local village and nice lunch in rice fields. In the afternoon first a nonsensical stop at some shops / market and then to the pagodas of the king and queen, which were beautiful to see, but time was too short due to the stop at the market. Driver drove irresponsibly and dangerously fast back to Chiang mai. All in all a successful day.
Response from the operator: Bedankt voor uw uitgebreide feedback. Fijn dat u genoten heeft van de watervallen, het dorp en de lunch. Het spijt ons dat u te weinig tijd bij de pagodes had en de terugrit als gevaarlijk ervoer. Neem alstublieft contact met ons op via uw boeking, zodat we deze rit en uw zorgen over de chauffeur kunnen bekijken. Siam Scape Journeys
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Fun day
Varied program, unfortunately little was told by the guide, local lunch was exquisite. Waterfalls and pagodas beautiful to see. Stop at petrol station and at stalls along the road better omit and add this time at the pagodas, because there was too little time. Driver was driving irresponsibly on his way back, very dangerous.
Response from the operator: Bedankt voor uw eerlijke beoordeling. We zijn blij dat de lunch, watervallen en pagodes u bevielen, maar betreuren het gebrek aan uitleg en de beperkte tijd bij de pagodes. Uw zorgen over het rijgedrag nemen we serieus. Neem contact met ons op via uw boeking, zodat we de betreffende rit kunnen bekijken. Siam Scape Journeys
via Viator (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- ฿800 to ฿1,000
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- 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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Doi Inthanon Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour from Chiang Mai: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Chiang Mai.
How much does Doi Inthanon Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour from Chiang Mai cost?
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Prices start at ฿800 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 Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour 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 Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour from Chiang Mai worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 4 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 Doi Inthanon Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour from Chiang Mai?
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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 Doi Inthanon Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour 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 Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour 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 Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour 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), 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 Doi Inthanon Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour from Chiang Mai?
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Included: Accident insurance coverage; A knowledgeable tour guide; A delicious Thai set menu lunch; Round-trip air-conditioned transport from Chiang Mai Old Town and Nimman area; and Complimentary drinking water. Not included: National Park entry fees of 300 THB per adult / 150 THB per child are payable upon arrival; and The Royal Twin Pagoda admission ticket of 100 THB per adult / 50 THB per child. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Doi Inthanon Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour from Chiang Mai include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 497 listed pickup locations in and around Chiang Mai. Be ready about 45 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Doi Inthanon Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour from Chiang Mai offered in?
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It is offered in Thai 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 Doi Inthanon Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour from Chiang Mai?
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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 Doi Inthanon Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour from Chiang Mai wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Doi Inthanon Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour from Chiang Mai 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 Doi Inthanon Waterfalls Rice Fields Tour from Chiang Mai?
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Across 4 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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