Top Chiang Rai Half-day Tours

This is a half day tour aimed at taking you to the main sites of Chiang Rai. Visit the main market area and Wat Phra Kaew Chiang Rai, where the famous Emerald Buddha (in Bangkok) was found in A.D. 1434. Visit also Wat Doi Thong, with its Navel Pillars, overlooking the Mae Kok River, and King Meng Rai’s Monument with its annual festival in February. Then visit Wat Rong Khun, also called “The White Temple”; inside it contains murals and paintings of the Buddha image and painted enamel ceramic floor. The outside was created with lime sculpture Thai designs decorated with small pieces of mirror that make the building sparkle and shine under the sunlight.

Focus on the lush landscape during this bike tour through Chiang Rai with a guide in the lead. You won't have to worry about directions, just pedal along and soak up the views of quaint villages and small farms along both paved and dirt roads. Finish up at the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun); you'll learn about its religious significance and history from your guide.

Chiang Mai sometimes written as "Chiengmai" or "Chiangmai", is the largest city in northern Thailand. It is the capital of Chiang Mai Province. Chiang Mai is a land of misty mountains and colourful hill tribes, a playground for seasoned travellers, a paradise for shoppers and a delight for adventurers.

There are so many fantastic sights to see in the region of Chiang Rai. If you have a short time or really want to pack it all in, this tour gets you access to the highlights. Your English speaking guide provides round trip hotel transportation, lunch, and water, so you can relax between stops. Visit the famous White Temple, the beautiful garden at Doi Tung, and the longneck hilltribe village.

As the evening begins, approximately 6.00pm, you will be collected at your Chiang Rai hotel to enjoy several hours seeing some of the city's attractions. This will start with a stop at Chiang Rai's main market which, at that time, will be crowded with people. Hop aboard a trishaw and pass by the King Mengrai Monument, a uniquely lit statue named after Chiang Rai's founder. Dinner will be Thai cuisine outdoors as you watch cabaret, folk songs and traditional Thai dance performances before spending time at leisure wandering through the Chiang Rai Night Bazaar.

See the highlights of Chiang Rai and the surrounding area with a local guide on this small-group tour. You'll visit the ornate Wat Rong Khun, sometimes referred to as the "white temple" as well as the blue-hued, off-the-beaten-path Wat Rong Seur Ten. You'll also spend time at a tea plantation, visit a traditional hill tribe village, and see the town of Mae Sai on the border with Burma.

Enjoy the best of Thailand’s culture, traditions and destinations with this private tour of Hill Tribes and the Golden Triangle from Chiang Rai. Your full-day adventure makes stops at Mae Chan, where you’ll visit the Yao and Akha hill tribe villages on your way from Chiang Rai. Traveling with a private guide insures all of your needs and desires are met, since the flexible excursion can be tailored to your interests. This exclusive experience allows you to enjoy a buffet lunch of traditional and western cuisine and pay a visit to the northern tip of the country where you’ll see the Thai-Burma border and wander the bustling public market.

Don’t let limited time in northern Thailand stop you seeing the highlights of Chiang Rai. This express tour, which proves ideal for time-pressed travelers, covers the iconic White Temple and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew) in just half a day, an included hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off in Chiang Mai.

The idea of this trip is to visit Wat Phra Kaew where the Emerald Buddha image was once enshrined, Blue Temple (Rong Sued Ten Temple); designed by the local Chiang Rai artist. Continue to visit Wat Rong Khun (White’s Temple), the unique northern Art temple.

Explore Chiang Rai’s colorful night markets & sightseeing visit with a local on an evening food tour of the city on foot and by car. Bring an appetite for this small-group Chaing Rai food tour, which includes samples of local market foods and desserts, with pickup and drop-off from your Chiang Rai hotel with night sightseeing.

See the prettiest temples in Chiang Rai as you learn about the city's history with this private tour. You'll visit Wat Phra Kaeo (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) and Wat Rong Khun, the city's picturesque all-white temple, with a stop at the Chiang Rai market to pick up snacks and handicrafts along the way.

Venture into the notorious Golden Triangle and discover the rich minority cultures that occupy these rolling hills on this door-to-door half-day tour. Visit a mountaintop Hmong settlement, the historic trading town of Chiang Saen, Wat Phra That Phu Khao temple, and Ban Sop Ruak village, and ride a longtail boat to the spot where Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand meet. Enjoy insights only locals can provide courtesy of your Thai guide.

Discover the highlights of Chiang Rai after dark on this nimble small-group city tour. Instead of lumbering around in a crowded tour bus, take a trishaw around the city streets, passing by lit-up landmarks including the King Mengrai Monument. Enjoy dinner and a show at an outdoor theater, too; savor the flavors of Thai cuisine, not to mention the music and choreography of traditional Thai dance.

Make the most of even a short time in Chiang Rai by checking off the city’s historic highlights on a guided half-day tour that’s tailor-made for first-time visitors. See Wat Phra Kaeo, the original home of the Emerald Buddha, Wat Phra That Doi Thong, with its views of the Kok River, Wat Rong Khun, the famous “White Temple”, the King Mengrai Monument, and more. Tour includes round-trip transfers from select Chiang Rai hotels.

Explore Chiang Rai’s colorful night markets & sightseeing visit with a local on an evening food tour of the city on foot and by car. Bring an appetite for this small-group Chaing Rai food tour, which includes samples of local market foods and desserts, with pickup and drop-off at your Chiang Rai hotel with Night Sightseeing. Itinerary: First, stop at Wat Huay Pla Kang Temple (Big Buddha Chiang Rai) Next visit to Clock Tower Chiang Rai Next Visit to Wat Rong Seur Ten (Blue Temple) Finally entering to Chiang Rai Night Bazaar local food heaven. Chaing Rai Night Bazaar is a great place to get a feel for the local way of life.

Don’t get disoriented by the crowds and excitement when exploring Chiang Rai at night. Instead, follow a guide around the city after dark and enjoy a personalized experience on this small-group tour. Ramble around some of Chiang Rai’s busy markets and try your luck at haggling for jewelry, clothes, and souvenirs at the Chiang Rai Night Bazaar. Navigate the city streets and see its sights at sunset in an iconic tuk-tuk.

Visit the magnificent City of Chiang Rai on a half-day tour from Chiang Rai City. Enjoy the flexibility of a profesionall guide throughout the day as you visit the White Temple of Wat Rong Khun and Wat Pra Kaew, the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand, where the famed jade Buddha emerged after an earthquake.. This 4 hours tour from Chiang Rai includes pickup and drop-off at city hotels, entrance fees, and it’s a fun, personal way to explore the sites of northern Thailand. • Visits to Chiang Rai's historic & modern temples • Shopping in a vibrant Chiang Rai marketplace • Wat Phra Kaew, the most scared Bhuddist temple in Thailand • Unique culture practiced in hill tribe villages • Dazzling Wat Rong Khun, the “White Temple”

Explore Chiang Rai’s colorful night markets & sightseeing visit with a local on an evening food tour of the city on foot and by car. Bring an appetite for this small-group Chaing Rai food tour, which includes samples of local market foods and desserts, with pickup and drop-off from your Chiang Rai hotel with night sightseeing.

This is 4-hour cultural night tour by TUK – TUK. We will also explore Fresh Market, Chiang Rai Town and Night Bazaar, under the night lights. Seeing the sites at night brings out the true excitement, beauty and mystery of the city. We combine both famous sights & local secrets and travel by TUK-TUK , the transportation that local people are using on day to day life. • 4-hour tuk-tuk tour of Chiang Rai at night • Famous Sights & local secrets • Best food experience in the city • English-speaking local guide

Explore Chiang Rai’s colorful night markets & sightseeing visit with a local on an evening food tour of the city on foot and by car. Bring an appetite for this small-group Chaing Rai food tour, which includes samples of local market foods and desserts, with pickup and drop-off from your Chiang Rai hotel with night sightseeing.

This is 4-hour cultural night tour by TUK – TUK. We will also explore Fresh Market, Chiang Rai Town and Night Bazaar, under the night lights. Seeing the sites at night brings out the true excitement, beauty and mystery of the city. We combine both famous sights & local secrets and travel by TUK-TUK , the transportation that local people are using on day to day life. • 4-hour tuk-tuk tour of Chiang Rai at night • Famous Sights & local secrets • Best food experience in the city • English-speaking local guide

Explore Chiang Rai’s colorful night markets & sightseeing visit with a local on an evening food tour of the city on foot and by car. Bring an appetite for this small-group Chaing Rai food tour, which includes samples of local market foods and desserts, with pickup and drop-off from your Chiang Rai hotel with night sightseeing.

The name Doi Tung means ‘Flag Peak’. In the past, the forest area around Doi Tung was destroyed by shifting slash-and-burn cultivation. Opium implantation was once common all over Doi Tung. In 1987 the Doi Tung Development Project was established according to the King’s Mother initiative. Opium cultivation has been virtually eliminated following a Royal Crop Substitution Project. A visit is made at Mae Fah Luang Gardens and Royal Villa. Drive further up to Wat Phra Thad Doi Tung on the mountain peak, regarded as the holiest sanctuary by the residents of Chiang Rai and nearby provinces. The Wat was built in A.D. 911 and it is believed that the left collarbone of Lord Buddha is enshrined in the twin pagodas. The legend says Phraya Achutarat (King of Chiang Saen) marked the spot where the twin pagodas were constructed and ordered a giant flag to be flown from the peak of the mountain. Evidence of this (a big hole for a flag pole) is still can be seen in the temple area.

When talking about Lanna history, Chiang Saen has taken a prominent spot in the history books. Its close proximity near Thailand’s Golden Triangle and charming location along the Mighty Mekong demands a visit, even if it is only for half a day. • Dazzling Mekong views over the Golden Triangle • Enjoy a comfortable boat ride downstream to Chiang Saen • Gaze at the beautiful collection of Buddhist statues • Climb to the top of a local temple for stunning views • Return Transfers from and to your hotel are included.