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Private Tour: Half-Day Umong Temple Escape and Spiritual Monk Chants at Doi Suthep Temple
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24 Ratings
Chiang Mai
Embark on a private tour to explore the serene Umong Temple and witness the spiritual monk chants at Doi Suthep Temple. Experience the tranquility of the forested area and enjoy breathtaking views of Chiang Mai city at sunset.
Embark on a private tour to explore the serene Umong Temple and witness the spiritual monk chants at Doi Suthep Temple. Experience the tranquility of the forested area and enjoy breathtaking views of Chiang Mai city at sunset.
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Wat Umong - Known as the Temple of the Tunnels and Buddha Dhamma Garden, Wat Umong is situated just west of Chiang Mai city near Doi Suthep mountain. This temple was deserted in the 15th century but was restored in 1948 and reopened as a center for meditation and Buddhist teachings. Nestled in a forested area with a natural lake, Wat Umong offers…
- Wat Umong - Known as the Temple of the Tunnels and Buddha Dhamma Garden, Wat Umong is situated just west of Chiang Mai city near Doi Suthep mountain. This temple was deserted in the 15th century but was restored in 1948 and reopened as a center for meditation and Buddhist teachings. Nestled in a forested area with a natural lake, Wat Umong offers an ideal setting for meditation.
- Wat Pha Lat - While many visitors head to the summit of Doi Suthep to see the golden chedi of Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, they often overlook another treasure halfway up the mountain. Although the temple building itself is not particularly striking, the enchanting temple grounds feature a waterfall, forest paths, and breathtaking views of the city.
- Wat Phra That Doi Suthep - This is one of northern Thailand’s most significant and beautiful temples, located near the peak of Doi Suthep (Mount Suthep). A revered place of worship, it dates back to 1373 when the first Chedi was constructed. It is a vital pilgrimage site for the faithful and holds great significance for many Thai people. Visitors can ascend the 306-step staircase or take a cable car to reach the pagodas. Experience the monks’ chanting, which is a deeply spiritual experience. Revel in the temple’s splendor with its Golden Chedi shining brightly and enjoy the stunning views of Chiang Mai City and its surroundings at sunset. A must-visit destination!
What's Included
- Expert English-speaking tour guide with TAT accreditation
- Includes all program-listed activities
- Private air-conditioned transport with a licensed driver
- Complimentary drinking water in the vehicle
- Travel accident insurance for peace of mind
- Expert English-speaking tour guide with TAT accreditation
- Includes all program-listed activities
- Private air-conditioned transport with a licensed driver
- Complimentary drinking water in the vehicle
- Travel accident insurance for peace of mind
What's Not Included
- Your personal expenses
- All kind of alcohols & soft drinks
- Other optional tour
- Hotel pickup and drop-off out side city area
- Your personal expenses
- All kind of alcohols & soft drinks
- Other optional tour
- Hotel pickup and drop-off out side city area
Additional Information
We depart from your hotel at 02:30 p.m. to Wat Umong (Suan Buddha Dhamma) - Temple of the tunnels and Buddha Dhamma garden or Umong Temple. The temple’s sitting in a forested area with a natural lake makes Umong temple an excellent place. Then, we visit Palad Temple, Finally, we visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep or Doi Suthep Temple. Experience the monks…
We depart from your hotel at 02:30 p.m. to Wat Umong (Suan Buddha Dhamma) - Temple of the tunnels and Buddha Dhamma garden or Umong Temple. The temple’s sitting in a forested area with a natural lake makes Umong temple an excellent place. Then, we visit Palad Temple, Finally, we visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep or Doi Suthep Temple. Experience the monks chanting which is a very spiritual experience. Enjoy the magnificence of the temple with Golden Chedi glowing and spectacular views of Chiang Mai city and its surrounding as sunset. A must visit !
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- You should dress appropriately, T - shirt with short sleeves and long trousers is perfect for Temple tour.
- Hotel name in chiang Mai City for pick up
Location
Wat Umong
135 Moo 10, Suthep Subdistrict
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(24 Ratings)
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K7378fwdebbiel
Feb 22, 2026
Amazing Tour! Highly recommended! - My Tour Guide June was simply divine. She has such a lively spirit and shares a passion for Chiang Mai History and Culture. Her story telling skills together with her cheerful nature made this tour the highlight of my Chiang Mai Trip. Will definitely come back for visit again!
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Singstardiva
Feb 18, 2026
Wonderful temple excursion - This excursion was worth every penny. Confortable air conditioned mini bus. Great driver and guide. The three temples we visired were so interesting and all very different. We were impressed with all of them but especially Doi Suthep. It took our breath away with the gold glistening in the sunlight. Hearing the monks chanting and getting a couples blessing was a great experience. Our guide Noom was exceptional. So knowledgeable and took lots of photographs which he kindly sent to me. Also giving some very useful tips on how to get great shots with my camera.
Highly recommend this excursion.
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Christopher_l
Nov 2, 2025
Must experience this tour - Noom was fantastic! The stories and lessons about the temples, Thai culture, and Buddhism in general was worth it.
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Christopher
Nov 1, 2025
Must do in Chiang Mai - What an amazing experience with a wonderful tour guide Noob was engaging and extremely knowledgeable. An advocate for Thailand and went out of his way to answer any questions.
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Michael_s
Jul 12, 2025
Mr Nan our tour guide did... - Mr Nan our tour guide did a fantastic job. He told us all about the culture, explained the history of the temples, and made sure we had plenty of time at each location. He positioned us well to see the Monk’s chanting and explained it in detail. It was a perfect ending to a wonderful tour. Thanks Nan.
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Rogerc3092
May 22, 2025
Very Informative Guide and Great Experience - A really great trip with our guide Gobi and driver Nam. Gobi had excellent knowledge and personal experience of the monks and the temples. Nam's minibus was very high spec, clean and safely driven. We had a really great time and experience.
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Krzysztof_s
Mar 23, 2025
Very good option for visiting major temples outside Chiang Mai - This tour was an ideal option for us staying in a remote location 25 minutes drive from Chiang Mai. It allowed us to visit the three most spectacular temples located around the city, which would be otherwise difficult when relying on a taxi or tuk-tuk.
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Coolcars
Mar 9, 2025
Not to be missed! - All I can say is wow! The temples we were privileged to see were so very interesting and very different. What made this tour extra special was our guide Gobi! He was such an intelligent, interesting and great story teller! Our driver was also added a lot as he was also a photographer so he took so many fantastic pictures! Perfect amount of time, highly recommended
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Inspire698880
Feb 23, 2025
Fantastic and meaningful - Our day began with Noom who was an outstanding guide. He provided all of the information we were interested in knowing and graciously responded to all of our questions. He was respectful to take cues from our pace, understood what was of interest to us, was sure they we always had the best vantage points, photo tips, and valuable information. Noom always made sure we were comfortable and happy. He also satisfied our intellectual curiosity. He had great communication with the driver to ensure he was at the ready for us as well and we had plenty of water and refreshing cool wipes. We had a memorable experience visiting the temples and understood the connection between them, the city of Chiang Mai and the people. This tour felt so personal and enriching. We felt so lucky to have this experience. Would highly recommend and suggest you request Noom. He will ensure your experience is meaningful to you.
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Gracesj3340ld
Nov 26, 2024
Equal Parts Fun and Informative! - Our family of five had a wonderful afternoon/evening touring Wat Umong, Wat Pha Lat, and Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. Our guide, Gobi, was exceptionally friendly, knowledgeable, and patient with all of our questions. He provided us with so much useful information not only about the temples, but also Thai history and culture — and all with a great sense of humor. Both he and our driver were very thoughtful and polite every step of the way. When it was time to watch the evening prayer chant at Doi Suthep, Gobi even saw to it that one member of our group who needed it had access to a chair rather than sitting on the ground. He even left us with restaurant recommendations! I would highly recommend this experience to anyone wishing to learn more about Buddhism and the area’s rich history. And definitely ask for Gobi if you can! You won’t be disappointed.
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