• Pratu Tha Phae Park - The guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel between 08:00 and 08:30 in the morning, or you can meet at the designated meeting point at 08:30. Our first stop will be the renowned Pratu Tha Phae. The Tha Phae Gate is one of the five original gates constructed as entry points to the old walled city of Chiang Mai. It is now a major tourist attraction and the central point of Chiang Mai’s old city area. Here, you can take photos, feed the pigeons, and sometimes enjoy local market shows held in this area.
• Wat Phra That Chedi Luang - Next, we will visit the famous Wat Chedi Luang temple, home to Chiang Mai’s largest Buddhist chedi, which stands 98 meters tall and 54 meters in diameter. The original chedi was completed in 1481 during King Mengrai’s reign. However, the current Chedi Luang is a restoration following the chedi’s deconstruction in 1545 due to an earthquake. The ordination hall at the front is a beautiful example of Lanna architecture, with its serpents being one of the most memorable elements.
• Wat Phra Singh - This temple houses the significant Phra Buddha Sihing statue, which gives the temple its name. The statue is believed to have been brought from Ceylon (present-day Sri Lanka) to Ligor (present-day Nakhon Si Thammarat) and then via Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai. There are two other Buddha statues in Thailand claimed to be the Phra Buddha Sihing: one in Wat Phra Mahathat in Nakhon Si Thammarat and another in the Bangkok National Museum. It is said that the statue’s head was stolen in 1922, and the current statue (or possibly just the head) might be a replica. During the Songkran festival, the statue is taken from Wihan Lai Kham and paraded through Chiang Mai’s streets in a religious procession, where spectators honor it by sprinkling water over it.
• Three Kings Monument - Installed in 1984, the Three Kings Monument commemorates the friendship between three kings, a significant and famous alliance in Thai history. This friendship symbolizes the unification of previously separate regions of Thailand into the Kingdom of Siam, in an area of Southeast Asia frequently invaded by neighboring kings and often internally divided. The monument depicts the three kings collaborating to plan the new city of Chiang Mai in the 13th century, representing one of the earliest examples of cooperation among people from different parts of what would become Thailand.
• Chiang Mai City Arts and Cultural Centre - Once the old city center during King Mengrai’s era, the Chiang Mai City Arts and Culture Centre was where the “Inthakhin” ancient city pillar was located before being moved to Wat Chedi Luang. Built in 1924, the building was renovated to become a museum, receiving an award in 1999 for public building preservation from the Royal Society of Siamese Architects under Royal Patronage. The museum exhibits Chiang Mai’s history, lifestyle, and culture from the prehistoric period to the present, featuring 15 halls in chronological order, showcasing the city’s establishment, rise, and cultural identity using high-tech media like slides, videos, computer programs, dioramas, graphics boards, and audiovisual displays.
• Chang Phuak Gate (The Elephant Gate) - Also known as the North Gate, Chang Phuak Gate is located on the north side of the old city wall. During the day, the area is a typical street filled with shops, backpacker hostels, restaurants, and several large ancient temples. However, it truly comes alive at night.
• Suan Dok Gate - Situated on the west side of the old city wall, Suan Dok Gate is named after the nearby Wat Suan Dok temple. The surrounding area is less touristy, with fewer attractions near the gate, and traffic moves faster compared to other parts of the wall.
• Chiang Mai Gate - Also known as the South Gate, Chiang Mai Gate is located at the south end of the old city. While not particularly touristy, the area is known for its markets. Arriving as early as 6:00 am, you can witness monks making their morning alms rounds and collecting food at the neighborhood market.
• Saen Pung Gate - Unlike other sides of the wall, the southern side of the old city has two gates. The lesser-known Saen Pung Gate, also called Haiya Gate, is the other southern gate (southwest), leading to the Haiya subdistrict. This gate was not part of the original wall but was built about a century later by Queen Phra Rajathevee.
• Khao Soi Islam Noodles - For lunch, we will enjoy the famous khao soi noodles and mango sticky rice at a Halal restaurant.
• Warorot Market (Kad Luang) - Known locally as Kad Luang, meaning Big Market, Warorot Market is a major tourist attraction in Chiang Mai Province and the largest and most well-known market in northern Thailand. It is renowned for selling local products, including dried fruits, fresh fruit, flowers, and more. Besides local food, the market offers clothes, ceramics, embroidery supplies, and other items. A section of the alley market, “Trok Lao Zhou,” is a hub for both Chinese and Hmong vendors, with Hmong selling local products and handicrafts daily from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. It is often referred to as “Chinatown of Chiang Mai.”
• Umbrella Village - Bor Sang - We will spend 15 minutes at the Umbrellas of Bo Sang. It is believed that settlers from Burma in the early 19th century introduced the skill and tradition of umbrella making to Bo Sang. A legend credits the monk Luang Por Inthaa with bringing the craft of making umbrellas covered with sa paper to the Bo Sang community over 100 years ago. The skill of making umbrellas from bamboo and sa paper is thought to have originated in Burma. With the railway from Bangkok to Chiang Mai in January 1922, the “Rose of the North” became a tourist attraction, prompting the State Railway of Thailand to promote Chiang Mai as a tourist destination. We will return to the hotel around 15:30-16:00.

• Bottled water provided
• Air-conditioned transport
• Licensed local guide
• All entrance fees included
• Lunch included
• Complimentary coconut drink

• Gratuities

Embark on a day-long guided expedition of Chiangmai City highlights accompanied by the knowledge of a local guide. This small-group tour guarantees personal attention from your guide and includes round-trip hotel transfers for seamless transportation. Your journey in Chiang Mai will broaden your understanding of the local culture, history, and the life of the people who live there, thanks to the informative guide. Visit the temples, the local market, indulge in the local cuisine, and explore local handicraft villages.

Your itinerary will include:

• The renowned Thapae Gate and the old city area within Chiang Mai’s walls
• 2 of the city’s most renowned temples
• The Chiang Mai city arts and culture center Museum
• Savoring the local delicacies of Chiang Mai for lunch
• Exploring the largest traditional market in Chiang Mai (including the Flower market, fruit market, and Food Market etc.)
• The famous Bo Sang Umbrella Village known for its skilled handicrafts in Chiang Mai

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.