Chiang Rai City & Temples Tour - 08.30am
- Duration: 4 Hours (approx.)
Explore the culture and heritage of Chiang Rai on this half-day tour. Visit the beautiful Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Phra That Doi Chom Thong, and Wat Rong Khun temples, monuments displaying intricate Thai architecture. Look through the bustling marketplace of Chiang Rai for local handicrafts and produce.
Visit the main Chiang Rai market area for some exotic trinkets and foods before moving on to Wat Phra Kaew, the most sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand, where the famed jade Buddha emerged after an earthquake.
Your next stop is the hilltop of Doi Chom Thong overlooking the great Kok River. With a temple dating back to the 14th to 16 century, the site offers panoramic views of the river and its natural surroundings.
Move on to the majestic Wat Rong Khun, or White Temple, to wrap up your journey. The ornate structure is lime sculpted with Thai designs and small mirrors on the outer wall, making the building sparkle under the sunlight.
Don't miss snapping shots of the intricate murals as well as paintings on the enamel ceramic floor before heading home for a well-deserved rest.
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
Viewing the landscape from serene Doi Chom Thong hilltop
Dazzling Wat Rong Khun, the “White Temple”
Guided tour of Chiang Rai City, Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Phra That Doi Chom Thong, and Wat Rong Khun
Roundtrip transportation from selected Ching Rai hotels
Live tour commentary provided in English
Lunch and dinner
Additional info
Children 1 and younger are complimentary.
Children 11 and younger must be accompanied by a paying adult.
At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place.
