Full Day Car Hire with an English Speaking Driver in Chiang Mai
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4.9/5
Based on 184 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Full Day Car Hire with an English Speaking Driver in Chiang Mai worth booking?
Full Day Car Hire with an English Speaking Driver in Chiang Mai is a 9-hour experience in Chiang Mai, Thailand, from $160 per person. It scores 86 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 184 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 86 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (184)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $160 per person
Full day hire a car or minibus with private English speaking driver who have basic communication skills in English and are ready to serve and show around.We provides you a private and personalized tour of Chiang Mai and
What you get
About this experience
Full day hire a car or minibus with private English speaking driver who have basic communication skills in English and are ready to serve and show around.We provides you a private and personalized tour of Chiang Mai and Northern Thailand.This is the best way to experience the beauty and culture of Chiang Mai using comfortable private cars or minibuses.All our drivers are locals from Chiang Mai and we love to share our passion for this beautiful province with insider tips that you usually will not experience as a visitor to our country. Our service is reliable,flexible and affordable.
What's included
Included
- Round-trip shared transfer only in Chiang Mai
- Private an English speaking driver
- If over than 9 hours,we will be charge 300 Thai Baht per an hour
- Private tour in Chiang Mai
- Surcharges on fuel
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
Not included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Chiang Rai
- Outside Chiang Mai province
- Private tourist guide
What you'll see and do
Chiang Mai Province
Wat Doi Suthep temple,City temples sightseeing,Elephant Sanctury,Doi Inthanon National Park etc.
540 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Chiang Mai
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Chiang Mai Driving Tours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A maximum of 9 people per booking
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptabl
- Only going around Chiang Mai area
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 184 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Small groups
6 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Organization
4 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
184 verified traveler reviews for Full Day Car Hire with an English Speaking Driver in Chiang Mai. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Perfect tour
We organized a private tour to visit the elephant park, the Long-Neck women's village, and a few temples. Everything was perfect; I highly recommend it for every aspect: friendliness, punctuality, and a pleasant manner.
via Tripadvisor
Couldn’t have been better
I am the friend of the last review, everything was a pleasure. Please at least get to know Arrin, somehow after all those tours he has a vast spanish slang knowlege, again was pleasure spending the day with him. Even gave a tip of 30%.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for very kind of you for great review to us.Hope to service you again in the future. Have a great and wonderful life. See you again 😊🙏
via Tripadvisor
Unforgettable Chiang Rai Temple Run With Arrin
Today my friend and I did a tour to Chiang Rai with Arrin, we were departing from Chiang Mai. Originally we planned to see a few temples in Chiang Rai, between them, the White Temple and the Blue Temple. The guide of Arrin was very good through all the visits to the temples, he also suggested few awesome places to visit, eat and take pictures. Arrin was profesional and friendly from the very beginning, he drove us in a very comfortable SUV that made the whole trip feel much better. Arrin was very detail oriented and considerate, we felt every experience and visit of the trip as something very positive, touching and every surprise and suggestion he did was a good addition to the trip. (And he takes very good pictures) The day couldn’t got any better for us, definitely recommending it to everyone, the tour to Chiang Rai to see the temples and asking for Arrin as the guide, you won’t regret it.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for very kind of you for great review to us.Hope to service you again in the future. Have a great and wonderful life. See you again 😊🙏
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Mae Hong Son loop experience with Arrin
We have 25 years of experience with private drivers in Thailand, and Arrin was simply the best. We booked him (plus car) for a 5-day Mae Hong Son loop trip. Super pleasant person, excellent driver, fluent in English, seems to know everyone in northern Thailand, and had great suggestions and opened doors along our route. Very reasonable and transparent all-included conditions. We recommend him enthusiastically!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for very kind of you for great review to us.Hope to service you again in the future. Have a great and wonderful life. See you again 😊🙏
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Northern Thailand(Chiang Mai) experience
We recently booked a four-day private driving tour with Chiang Mai Driving Tours, and it was undeniably the best decision we made for our Northern Thailand vacation. Navigating the diverse attractions around Chiang Mai can be daunting, but this company exceeded our expectations in every conceivable way. Our driver and guide for the entire four days was Arrin, and we cannot say enough wonderful things about him. From the moment he first picked us up, he was incredibly welcoming, professional, and genuinely invested in making our trip special. Arrin was exceptionally helpful and endlessly accommodating to our daily schedule and changing preferences. Whether we wanted to spend extra time exploring a mountaintop temple, needed to adjust our itinerary on the fly because we were tired, or were simply looking for a fantastic, authentic local spot for lunch, he handled every single request with a warm smile. His local knowledge was invaluable, and he consistently went out of his way to ensure we were having a great time while feeling completely safe. Beyond Arrin’s fantastic service, the vehicle quality was absolutely top-notch. When you are spending four full days on the road, often navigating the steep and winding mountain routes around the region, comfort is critical. The car provided was pristine, exceptionally spacious, and air-conditioned to perfection. It was a smooth, reliable, and luxurious ride that served as a quiet, cool oasis after long hours of walking and sightseeing in the heat. If you are looking for a stress-free, highly personalized, and premium way to explore Chiang Mai and the surrounding areas, look no further. We highly recommend Chiang Mai Driving Tours. Be sure to request Arrin if he is available! He truly made our vacation an unforgettable experience.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for very kind of you for great review to us.Hope to service you again in the future. Have a great and wonderful life. See you again 😊🙏
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 64
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 86
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Full Day Car Hire with an English Speaking Driver in Chiang Mai: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Chiang Mai.
How much does Full Day Car Hire with an English Speaking Driver in Chiang Mai cost?
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Prices start at $160 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 Full Day Car Hire with an English Speaking Driver in Chiang Mai take?
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Plan for about 9 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 Full Day Car Hire with an English Speaking Driver in Chiang Mai worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 86 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 184 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Chiang Mai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full Day Car Hire with an English Speaking Driver in 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 Full Day Car Hire with an English Speaking Driver in Chiang Mai suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full Day Car Hire with an English Speaking Driver in Chiang Mai?
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Around 64 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 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full Day Car Hire with an English Speaking Driver in 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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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.
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