Chiang Mai: Temples & Old City Hidden Gems with local guide Private Tour (with transfer)
ID: GYG1110051-O-1704565
Category:
Country: Thailand
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Forget ordinary temple tours—explore Chiang Mai’s temples & hidden gems on a curated, expert-led small-group tour. More insight, fewer crowds, with Amazing Thailand–featured UNESCO candidate finale.
Forget ordinary temple tours—this is your chance to unlock Chiang Mai’s most iconic landmarks with insider insight. Explore sacred temples and Lanna legends in a small-group experience led by an expert local host—the perfect introduction to the city.
Begin at Wat Chiang Man, Chiang Mai’s first temple founded in 1296, where revered Buddha images and classic Lanna architecture reveal the city’s spiritual beginnings. Continue to the Three Kings Monument and nearby Wat Inthakin, the City Pillar Shrine, where stories of Chiang Mai’s founding kings and sacred beliefs come to life at the cultural heart of the Old City.
Conclude at Wat Chedi Luang, one of Chiang Mai’s most grand and exquisite temples. Once home to the Emerald Buddha and featured in the Amazing Thailand campaign with LISA, this monumental chedi offers a breathtaking finale and is being prepared for UNESCO World Heritage recognition.
By the end of the tour, you’ll uncover hidden temples, iconic landmarks, and legends that still shape Chiang Mai today. Don’t just see the city—experience its legends.
Highlights
- Curated small-group tour - expert-led. more insight, fewer crowds
- Explore Wat Chiang Man, Chiang Mai’s oldest temple
- Discover Three Kings Monument & Wat Inthakin, Old City heart
- Grand finale at Wat Chedi Luang, UNESCO candidate & Amazing Thailand with LISA
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Bring a hat and sunscreen for sun protection
The tour involves walking through historical sites
INCLUDED
- Guided tour of Chiang Mai's iconic landmarks
- Visit to Wat Chiang Man
- Visit to Three Kings Monument
- Visit to Wat Inthakin (the City Pillar Shrine)
- Visit to Wat Chedi Luang
- Hotel pick-up if Transfer Option is selected
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation to the starting point
- Meals and drinks
- Personal expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.