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15 Best Chiang Mai Tours

The adventures worth booking.

The 15 most popular chiang mai tours, with the operator, the run time and the price. The standouts worth planning a trip around, and what each one is actually like once you are out there.

15 Best Chiang Mai Tours

Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary, Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting - Getting to the Jungle: The Drive Past Rice Fields and Hill Villages
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Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary, Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting

1.Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary, Waterfall & Bamboo Rafting

Ethical Chiang Mai elephant sanctuary plus Mae Wang waterfall swim and bamboo rafting. Close encounters, Thai lunch, and a full day out.

Most Popular 4.9

“This day was incredible, from the pick up to the drop off! We were picked up directly at our hotel. An hour drive in a comfortable air conditioned van. Our day started with amazing moments with beautiful elephants. We had the opportunity to learn about them, feed them sugar cane, take pictures, cuddle them and…”

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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon National Park Eco-Friendly Tour - Pickup, Meeting Point, and the Van Reality Check
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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon National Park Eco-Friendly Tour

Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary & Waterfall Group Tour - Pon Elephant Thailand: what “ethical” actually means in practice
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Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary & Waterfall Group Tour

3.Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary & Waterfall Group Tour

Ethical elephant care at Pon Elephant Thailand, then a jungle hike to Mae Wang Waterfall with lunch and river bathing in 7 hours.

4.9

“This was the experience of a lifetime! From the easy pickup from our hotel, to the engagement and clear directions at each elephant stopping point along the excursion, we felt knowledgeable and excited! 1000/10 would recommend! And watch out for the baby elephant, she’s super happy, playful and so cute!”

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Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai Temples, Karen Tribe and Hot Springs - Mae Kachan Hot Springs: warm feet and a real reset
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Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai Temples, Karen Tribe and Hot Springs

4.Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai Temples, Karen Tribe and Hot Springs

From Chiang Mai, visit the White, Blue and Huay Pla Kang temples, Mae Kachan Hot Springs, and the Karen long-neck village.

4.7

“Our guide Dee was absolutely amazing. She was so lovely, knowledgeable, funny and went above and beyond for us. I forgot my money on the bus at lunch time and she lent me money to pay for it until I could pay her back. The trip itself was great, it was a long day but…”

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Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary Feeding Program Half-Day Tour - The drive south of Mae Wang: why the route is part of the experience
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Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary Feeding Program Half-Day Tour

Chiang Mai: Authentic Thai Cooking Class and Farm Visit - Organic Farm Tour: Herbs, Veggies, Eggs, and Chicken Time
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Chiang Mai: Authentic Thai Cooking Class and Farm Visit

6.Chiang Mai: Authentic Thai Cooking Class and Farm Visit

Chiang Mai farm-to-table Thai cooking class with a local market visit, curry paste, and optional coconut milk making. Small group.

4.9

“The whole experience was fab! Walking in the gardens looking at herbs , spices , mushrooms and chickens was very informative. Our chef was knowledgeable, she gave a good demonstration and clear instructions. The dishes we created were delicious. Our chef ( sorry I can’t remember her name) was humorous and made the experience fun.…”

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Chiang Mai: Cooking Class, Market and Thai Herbs Garden Tour - The timing: 4 to 4.5 hours that fit Chiang Mai days
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Chiang Mai: Cooking Class, Market and Thai Herbs Garden Tour

7.Chiang Mai: Cooking Class, Market and Thai Herbs Garden Tour

Chiang Mai cooking class with a market herb walk and organic garden meal. Make curry paste, Thai curries, and mango sticky rice.

4.9

“This was very fun. We cooked different dishes and tasted them. The result was great. Make sure to come here on an empty stomach. Visit to the local market was also nice. Did some shopping here too.”

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Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary, Long Neck & Sticky Waterfall - Herbal treats and hand-feeding: the lesson is part of the fun
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Chiang Mai: Elephant Sanctuary, Long Neck & Sticky Waterfall

From Chiang Mai: Elephant Care Program and Nursery Tour - The Morning Flow: Pick-Up, Local Clothes, and the Mae Tang Drive
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From Chiang Mai: Elephant Care Program and Nursery Tour

9.From Chiang Mai: Elephant Care Program and Nursery Tour

A hands-on ethical elephant sanctuary day in Chiang Mai: feed rescued elephants, make healthy treats, enjoy a mud bath, and eat a Thai buffet.

4.8

“Our guide picked us up and drove us to and from the elephant sanctuary. We were driven by locals all week and only her car rides felt unsafe. Regardless, we got to the elephant retirement camp and immediately fed an elephant bananas, changed into local clothes (a long top), spent time with the elephants and…”

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Chiang Mai: 3 Hour Old City and Temples Guided Walking Tour - Wat Chedi Luang: The Largest Stupa and Lanna-Style Details You Can’t Rush
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Chiang Mai: 3 Hour Old City and Temples Guided Walking Tour

10.Chiang Mai: 3 Hour Old City and Temples Guided Walking Tour

A 3-hour Chiang Mai Old City temple walk with a local English guide, from Wat Chedi Luang’s stupa to Wat Phra Singh mosaics.

4.6

“Had a fantastic tour of 3 temples in Chang Mai with Nana this morning. She knew so much about the history of these amazing ancient beauties as well as the city itself. Often wandered around historical sites without a guide. Nana reminded me how much better it is with such an informative local person. She…”

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Chiang Mai: Doi Suthep, Wat Umong, and Pha Lat Sunrise Tour - Climbing 309 Steps: What to Wear and How to Pace It
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Chiang Mai: Doi Suthep, Wat Umong, and Pha Lat Sunrise Tour

11.Chiang Mai: Doi Suthep, Wat Umong, and Pha Lat Sunrise Tour

Sunrise at Doi Suthep, then Wat Pha Lat and Wat Umong tunnels. Small-group, low-impact tour with hotel pickup for $32.

4.7

“Me and my 10yo son loved the tour. I already heard great things about James, our tour guide, so I was very excited that we were given him as our guide too 😁 And he did not disappoint. I am Czech, and I speak fluent English, so I can appreciate how good James's English was,…”

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Chiang Mai: Kingkong Smile Zipline with Lunch and Transfers - Ultimate vs Extreme: Picking the Right Course for Your Nerves and Time
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Chiang Mai: Kingkong Smile Zipline with Lunch and Transfers

Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon and Elephant Sanctuary Tour - The Morning Pickup and the Van Ride South
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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon and Elephant Sanctuary Tour

13.Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon and Elephant Sanctuary Tour

One day in Chiang Mai packed with Doi Inthanon waterfalls, royal pagodas, and an ethical elephant sanctuary experience.

4.9

“Great tour with a fantastic guide! I really enjoyed it, it was well organised, and visiting the elephants was really special. They take good care of them, know all about them and their habits, so it was a pleasure!”

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Chiang Mai: 2-Day Jungle Trek with Elephant Farm & Raft Ride - Local Market Stop: Get Your Bearings Fast
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Chiang Mai: 2-Day Jungle Trek with Elephant Farm & Raft Ride

14.Chiang Mai: 2-Day Jungle Trek with Elephant Farm & Raft Ride

Chiang Mai’s 2-day jungle trek blends Karen village overnight, rescued-elephant sanctuary time, Mae Wang River bamboo rafting, and waterfall swims.

4.7

“We had a great time hiking through the Chiang Mai mountains. The elephant sanctuary was amazing as were the views. You’ll be super lucky if you get the tour guide Moon, he is super knowledgeable, funny and really made the experience 10x better. Would recommend to anyone that’s up for an awesome hike!!”

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Chiang Mai: Khan Toke Traditional Meal & Dancing Performance - What you eat: northern Thai flavors and refill-style service
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Chiang Mai: Khan Toke Traditional Meal & Dancing Performance

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