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Visit Wat Pha Lat, small trekking thru forest to the temple. Then visit famous Doi Suthep Temple, the Buddhist temple draped in gold. Enjoy the panoramic view from top of the mountain over the city
1. Wat Pha Lat
Take a songthaew to the starting point of the Monk’s Trail, then begin a scenic walk through the lush forest on the slopes of Doi Suthep. Follow this historic trail, once used by Buddhist monks traveling between the city and the temples, to Wat Pha Lat, a peaceful jungle temple surrounded by nature.
Explore the temple grounds and admire the old stone structures, Buddha statues, intricate carvings, and moss-covered stairways. Take a moment to relax by the small stream and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere and beautiful natural surroundings before continuing to the next stop of the tour.
2. Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, one of the most sacred Buddhist temples and pilgrimage sites in Thailand. The temple can be reached via the famous “Dragon Staircase,” which features more than 300 steps flanked by Naga serpent sculptures. Alternatively, you can take the cable car to the temple (at an additional cost).
Once at the temple grounds, explore the beautiful complex and admire its statues, pagodas, shrines, bells, and Buddhist murals. Visit the temple’s sacred golden chedi and learn about its history, as well as the stories depicted in the murals illustrating the life of the Buddha.
Located 1,053 meters above sea level, the temple offers spectacular views over Chiang Mai and the Ping Valley. On a clear day, take in the breathtaking scenery before returning to your hotel.
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We had an amazing time with our guide Peach. We learned a lot, found the best photo spots, and would definitely recommend the tour.
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Excellent guide and beautiful sights. I’m glad I decided to give this tour a try and had a great day.
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Our guide was energetic, passionate, and extremely knowledgeable. It was a great way to see Bangkok’s important landmarks.
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Ken was a wealth of knowledge and welcomed every question. A friendly and memorable way to discover Bangkok.
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Ken was knowledgeable and lovely. He took the time to explain the places and made the experience enjoyable.
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I had a fabulous time with Surin. The tour felt personal, welcoming, and full of local knowledge.
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A very sunny and enjoyable day trip. The guide was helpful and kept the experience relaxed and fun.
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Ken was a great guide—patient, professional, and happy to answer questions throughout the tour.
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157 Comments
5
Highly recommend this tour
I booked very last minute and to my surprise, even though there was only me, the tour operator still sent a driver and a guide. It was a lovely little trip away from the old town, up the mountain. We could see the whole of Chiangmai from above, just amazing. The guide was very pleasant and informative, he took time to tell me the history of the two temples and of Chiangmai too. The driver was very accommodating. Thank you so much.
5
This is worth your time
We went on an organised tour but we were not micromanaged. Picked up taken to both and we enjoyed the experience. Great photos of Chiang Mai in early evening and the chanting of the priests was great. A worthwhile visit.
5
Such a nice tour…
The trip was super organized. Our guide Amy showed us a lot and told us a lot about the background and history. She also answered many of our questions. It was a great tour, thank you very much.
4.5
A great way to explore Doi Suthep
The tour guide Saman was very knowledgeable about Wat Phra That temple located on Doi Suthep in Chiang Mai. I really enjoyed listening to him explain about the different types of Buddhism but that despite these differences there is only one truth. I have actually learned to embrace Buddhism in my own way because of my Thailand trip
Saman was understanding and flexible when it came to the hike because it was very hot that day and I didn’t fancy going up so we did the reverse and came down from the temple. Along the way he explained about the different plants and herbal remedies uses by the local people. We also even saw a snake!
I would highly recommend this tour if you’re planning on going to Doi Suthep.
The only reason I didn’t give it 5 stars is because the vehicle we used wasn’t airconditioned and the heat was just unbearable that day!
5
Doi Suthep and Wat Phat Lat on a very rainy September morning!
We had a wonderful early day with our amazing guide Tik! We had to skip the trekking bit because of the rain but it was still a fantastic first day in Chiang Mai. Tik was very knowledgeable about the cultural and religious history of the Doi Suthep and Wat Phat Lat (hidden temple) temples we visited. I have to add that he took some incredible pictures of my partner and I that I loved!