Sunrise Tour at Doi Suthep with Wat Pha Lat: Explore Ancient Temples in Small Group

Embark on a captivating sunrise tour at Doi Suthep and Wat Pha Lat. Discover ancient temples, witness the golden pagoda, and learn about Thai monks in a small group setting.

Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Doi Suthep - While the 309-staircase may seem daunting for some travelers, Doi Suthep Temple’s unrivaled view at the top is well worth the exercise.
What's Included
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Entry/Admission - Wat Umong
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Entrance fees included (Doi Suthep THB50 and Wat Umong THB20)
  • Insurance
  • Bottled drinking water
What's Not Included
  • Personal expenses
Additional Information
  • See the golden pagoda and catch a glimpse of the sunrise at Wat Phrat That Doi Suthep
  • Learn about the lives of Thai monks at the Kruba Srivichai Monument
  • Discover the hidden temple of Wat Pha Lat
  • Explore the 700-year-old temple of Wat Umong
  • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group tour with 9 people maximum
  • Last-minute booking is available for the…
Location
Tha Phae Gate
Tha Phae Road
Spot your tour guide wearing a green shirt and holding a "TripGuru" sign waiting for you outside McDonald's.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Jules977
Feb 7, 2026
Fantastic trip - This was a great morning, well worth early start! Guide Leela was the best we’ve had so far in Thailand, providing clear & detailed information throughout the tour and with a lovely sense of humour. The temples were magical And certainly recommend visiting early before all the crowds arrive, just so peaceful
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Elva_o
Feb 6, 2026
Sunrise over Chiang Mai - This was unmissable and a highlight of our trip to Chiang Mai. Our guide Avi was professional, knowledgeable and very funny. Appreciated all of the additional stories
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David_b
Feb 5, 2026
Excellent temple run in Chiang Mai - It was a very educational and fun experience ; our guide Leela was outstanding and very knowledgeable. We never felt rush and the itinerary was very well planned. This is an excellent tour to beat the rush and enjoy one of the most wonderful views in all Thailand from Doi Suthep, as well as the other temples listed on this tour.
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Miriam_l
Jan 15, 2026
Early start - but worth it. - This was a wonderful tour! It’s an early start - but beating the crowds and watching the sunrise over the city was well worth it. Our tour guide, Michele, was incredibly gracious and explained the importance and history of each of the three locations we visited. The tour did not feel rushed at all and we had plenty of time to look around at each stop.
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Bea_r
Dec 25, 2025
Fun experience - Fun and beautiful to experience. The temple was very beautiful. The sunrise was special, but less magical than I expected. Our guide Banana, knew a lot to tell.
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600dorianem
Dec 13, 2025
Amazing family-friendly experience in Chiang Mai! - We had a great experience and highly recommend this tour, especially thanks to our wonderful guide Layla. Everything was well organized, on time, and the group was small, which made it very enjoyable. We were traveling with a 2.5-year-old child, and the tour was totally family-friendly. Layla was very knowledgeable, friendly, and always happy to answer questions. She explained the temples and their history clearly and made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable. Highlights included visiting the main temple, the Hidden Temple, hiking the Monk Trail, and meeting a monk who blessed us with holy water and a good-luck bracelet. We used the funicular, which was very convenient. Layla created a warm and relaxed atmosphere, and my niece loved the experience. Highly recommended. Don't hesitate to book!
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Amrit_k
Dec 10, 2025
Wonderful tour with our... - Wonderful tour with our guide Peter! Super informative, fun and took lovely photos. Would highly recommend booking this once in a lifetime experience
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Lorrie
Dec 6, 2025
Fantastic tour of three temples - We were picked up promptly and driven to Doi Suthep for sunrise followed by two additional temples. It was an early morning, but well worth it! Our guide was knowledgeable, patient and kind.
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Tjeinsteinwood
Feb 19, 2026
Worth doing - the 3 temples feel very different - Firstly, easy to book and the company communicated well about when we would be collected for our trip. Narida was our guide. She was very knowledgeable about each place we visited and keen that we could ask questions. Her English is good - you need to get your ear tuned in for her accent but this only takes a few minutes. Also her English is fantastic compared to my Thai so I am not complaining at all! You start by going to a local market to collect food to give to the monks. Take small notes to pay. It's your choice of what to choose. The majority of the journey is up a steep hill with ever winding bends - take anti sickness pills if travel sickness is a problem for you! You go first to Doi Suthep (pronounced Soot hep). The funicular was operating and this was so much easier than the steps! Your ticket will also cover to take you down if you dont want to walk the Naga steps. Sunrise gets better if you wait - it was hazy initially but then became beautiful to see. It's a beautiful temple but felt a bit touristy without the sense of calm and quiet from other temples we have visited. Then you give food to the monks. It's an experience- you can judge that for yourself! You have time to wander and explore before choosing to walk the steps down or take the furnicular. The steps were an experience but there are a lot! Whilst the furnicular makes this more accessible its not a place to visit with mobility difficulties as there are many steps and slopes. There are market stalls at the bottom of the steps so you can buy a drink or snack before heading off. You go next to the hidden temple. Personally I preferred this temple. It has a sense of peace and connection to nature - much less touristy. You get time to explore here too. Finally to the abandoned temple. This feels different again - a larger generally flatter site with lots of rescued chickens. You walk the tunnels and see the old, very faded murals and see the part (at a distance) which is not accessible since the earthquake caused damage. You then walked up to see the pagoda on the roof. We did get a bottle of water, but its best to take some with you. All in all a good trip with great knowledge from our guide Narida.
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Annc3464
Dec 29, 2025
I didn’t experience the value of paying for a tour guide. - This tour is more like a pickup and drop off service. Our tour guide provided basic information about the sites. Meanwhile, there was no clear indication of what to see at each stop and regroup time. The monk’s blessing was perfunctory. Overall, I didn’t experience the value of paying for a tour guide.
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up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).