Private Tour: Food Tasting like local in Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai, Thailand

Private Tour: Food Tasting like local

Outty Ranking 53 5.0 · 2 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $56

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53/100

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Is Private Tour: Food Tasting like local worth booking?

Private Tour: Food Tasting like local is a 3-hour experience in Chiang Mai, Thailand, from $56 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
53 / 100
Rating
5/5 (2)
Duration
3 hours
From
$56 per person

Experience with REAL local food and lifestyle as local. Private Tour Private Guide Great guide with English speaking Visit many places for this tour

What you get

  • Bottled water
  • Dinner
  • Food tasting
  • Local Song Teaw taxi

About this experience

Experience with REAL local food and lifestyle as local. Private Tour Private Guide Great guide with English speaking Visit many places for this tour

What's included

Included

  • Bottled water
  • Dinner
  • Food tasting
  • Local Song Teaw taxi

Not included

  • Private transportation
  • Personal expense
  • Optional Tour
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Pick up and drop off

What you'll see and do

  1. Chang Phuak Gate (The Elephant Gate)

    The evening market at Chang Puak Gate or North Gate is always busy and offers a great range of authentic Thai, Lanna food . As soon as the sun sets with vendors, frying up dishes. Opposite the square, you will find a great market hall which is ideal for fresh fruits and smoothies during the day. As with most street food stalls, prices are incredibly low. The vendors have specialized in certain dishes or offer a variety of seafood, meats or vegetables.

    45 minutes here · Admission included

  2. Warorot Market (Kad Luang)

    The market is 24 hours rotated selling foods and local product, fresh flowers wholesale market. Night time you can see and try so many food with traditional 'Khao Soi' in northern of Thailand dish the market is charming itself at night so colorful where you can try local food as local people there lifestyle

    60 minutes here · Admission included

  3. Chiang Mai Gate

    The south gate or Chiang Mai Gate the market here is one of famous for night time street food.

    40 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai Gate then start tour from there by walk or by Song Teaw

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

This place will be the end of tour and say goodbye for your guide

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 12 travelers per booking
Operated by
Private Guide in Chiang Mai

Know before you go

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Traveler reviews

2 verified traveler reviews for Private Tour: Food Tasting like local. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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WALASADIQ_M · January 2024

Great experience

We had a lovely time with our tour guide Viky The food was great especially the local market We visited multiple market and eat a lot of food when you book the tour be careful you should be on empty stomach to enjoy

Response from the operator: Thank you so much

via Viator

katefostersmiles · August 2019

So fun!

We had a blast on Lanna’s food tour!! She convinced us to eat some pretty crazy snacks but also introduced us to traditional Thai dishes! It was like hanging out with a friend all evening—- she is so sweet, energetic, and knowledgeable about Thai culture/religion. Definitely recommend!!

Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your review, I hope to see you again Smiles !!!!!

via Tripadvisor

Good to know

Duration
3 hours
Free cancellation
Non-refundable
Minimum age to book
15+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$56 to $154
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
1
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 53

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)83
Review evidence (18% weight)17
Booking momentum (14% weight)13
Value for money (12% weight)100
Listing quality (10% weight)72
Local standing (8% weight)53
Booking flexibility (8% weight)0

Private Tour: Food Tasting like local: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Chiang Mai.

How much does Private Tour: Food Tasting like local cost?

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Prices start at $56 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 Private Tour: Food Tasting like local take?

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Plan for about 3 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 Private Tour: Food Tasting like local worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Chiang Mai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Private Tour: Food Tasting like local?

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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 Private Tour: Food Tasting like local suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 15. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 3-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Private Tour: Food Tasting like local?

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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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Private Tour: Food Tasting like local 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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