Chiang Rai Temples and Golden Triangle Day Tour

Experience the best of Northern Thailand in just one day with our Chiang Rai Famed Temples and Golden Triangle Tour from Chiang Mai. Explore stunning temples, visit the Long Neck Karen tribe, and enjoy a peaceful boat ride in the Golden Triangle. Book now for an adventure-filled day!

Duration: 15 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mae Khachan Hot Spring - Begin your journey with a soothing visit to Mae Khachan Hot Spring. Conveniently located on the route from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, this natural attraction provides a serene spot to unwind and relax. The warm waters of the hot spring are a major draw, and visitors can observe locals boiling eggs in the thermal waters.
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What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Chiang Mai
  • Professional English-Speaking Guide
  • Entrance Fees to All Attractions
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Bottled water
  • Delicious Local Lunch
Additional Information

Depart Chiang Mai for a day tour blending cultural insight, history, and natural beauty. Explore the vibrant temples of Chiang Rai including the White Temple and Blue Temple. Visit the unique Long Neck Karen tribe, and finally enjoy a scenic cruise at the historic Golden Triangle.
-Explore the iconic White Temple and Blue Temple in Chiang Rai.
-Visit the…

Location
Mae Khachan Hot Spring
Mae Chedi Mai
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Oscaram341hg
Mar 11, 2026
Chiang Rai in a day!! - Incredible experience!! Be prepared for a good amount of time in the travel van but well worth it!! The Temples were amazing! Charge the phone or camera!! Anna, our tour guide was phenomenal!! She kept us on schedule and gave great descriptions of the sites!!
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Gene15241
Feb 15, 2026
Excellent Day Trip to Chiang Rai and the Golden Triangle - This was a long day, but well worth it to see a very different side of Thailand from the hustle and bustle of Bangkok and the beach destinations. The itinerary covered the Chiang Rai temples, the Black House Museum, a visit to a Karen village, and the Golden Triangle boat tour, making for a full but well-paced experience. The temples were beautiful and very much Instagram-worthy, each with its own distinct style. The stop at the Karen village was interesting and offered a glimpse into a different culture and way of life. The Golden Triangle boat ride was a highlight, giving us the chance to see Laos and Myanmar from the river—and even briefly travel through Laotian territorial waters without officially entering the country. Pick-up and drop-off were on time, which was especially appreciated given the length of the day. Overall, a well-organized tour that delivers a lot in one day and is a great option if you want to explore northern Thailand beyond the usual tourist hubs.
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Tourist796158
Feb 2, 2026
Beautiful, but only for tourists - Anyone who wants to see it should note that all the temples visited are just beautiful museums for tourists, they are not real temples. The village of long-necked women is just a market for tourists, where long-necked women sell souvenirs.
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Aartidevi_s
Dec 28, 2025
Our guide Fon made this long day worthwhile - Although it was a long day, this was well worth the day we spent visiting all the places. The white temple and blue temples were amazing! The golden triangle with boat ride was very informative. Thank you Fon for an informative tour.
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Daniela_c
Nov 11, 2025
✨ Magic of Chiang Rai: White, Blue & Golden Dreams ✨ - A magical journey through colors and culture — the White Temple shining like a dream, the Blue Temple calm as the sky, and the Golden Triangle whispering stories of three lands. Unforgettable and full of wonder. 🌞🍀💫
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F6001moshawns
Jun 24, 2025
Recommend this tour - I recently took a day tour to a few of the stunning temples in Chiang Rai, and it was nothing short of amazing. From start to finish, everything was well organized and thoughtfully planned. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing rich history, cultural insights.
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Elsalii
Apr 25, 2025
Amazing trip with Guide Anna! - Its been an amazing trip! Anna was terrific. She dud great planning and we always had enough time to see the different destinations. Thank you so much!
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Tour29911212785
Mar 20, 2025
Absolutely worth it - The guide was very enthusiastic and open to questions throughout the day, the temples are very impressive and you get plenty of time to explore them. The lunch was diverse and more than enough, and it was very cool to actually hit the water at the Golden Triangle. It's a long day but it's worth it!
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Andreacx7584xu
Mar 9, 2025
Fantastic! - Amazing trip! Beautiful spots and well organized. Our guide’s name is Nine, but he is definitely a Ten ! Ciao Marghe, Andrea e Dario
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Julia_l
Feb 10, 2026
Informative tour. - It’s a long day, but well worth it. Fawn did a nice job. The van was crowded & I gave it a 4 as I was sitting towards the back. It would have been nice if the people in the front had to switch seats with those in the back.
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From $78
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).