Chiang Mai City Life Style: Explore Local Temples, River Cruising, and Traditional Markets
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Chiang Mai
Immerse yourself in the vibrant lifestyle of Chiang Mai with a temple visit, river cruise, and exploration of traditional markets. Discover the local way of life and indulge in the flavors and sights of this enchanting city.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Wat Chai Mongkhon - If you wish to go to a quiet temple, with super traditional looking, then here is a suggested one for you.

Here is Wat Chaimongkol in Chiang Mai. It is one of the most valuable ancient temples in the province.

In the past, Wat Chaimongkol was once a Mon temple. It was built in the age of Tilokaraj. Its former name is Wat Maloe, or Maloeng, which mean the sunrise both. The main highlight of this temple is its Mon Chedi, which looks glorious and shiny with golden and white color.

  • Mae Ping River - start cruising through rural Mae Ping River by long-tail boat for 45 minutes. Softly moving along the river, you will see wooden houses and modern residences with colorful scenery and lifestyle of the local people.

Stop at the Local farmer’s house and see a variety of herbs to use for both in medicine and cooking. Enjoy a snack of seasonal fresh fruit and savoir the refreshing taste of lemon grass and other herb juices.

  • Warorot Market (Kad Luang) - Continue by boat to Warorote Market, the biggest local Market in Chiang Mai which sells everything from clothes and textiles to fruits, herbs, flowers, vegetables, insects and even fireworks.
  • Wat Phra Singh - In order to feel more about the local lifestyle, take a Sam-Lor (Trishaw) ride along Thapae Road down though the Old City Walls and visit Phra Singh Temple, which was built in the year 1345. This temple contains marvelous examples of Lanna art including a Lanna style viharn and the finest scripture repository of its type in the north.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Traditional Sam Lor (Trishaw) ride
  • Scenic boat trip on Mae Ping River
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • All fees and taxes included
What's Not Included
  • Personal expense
  • Tip guide & driver
Additional Information

CHIANG MAI CITY LIFESTYLE\n\n08:30 - 12:30 Hrs. / 13:00 - 17:00 Hrs.\n\nEngage with the serene existence of the native populace in Chiang Mai; Depart from your accommodation to the Chai Mongkol Temple to commence a tranquil 45-minute cruise on the pastoral Mae Ping River aboard a long-tail boat. As you glide over the waters, take in the sights of traditional wooden homes juxtaposed with contemporary structures, amidst the vibrant environs and day-to-day activities of the residents.\n\nPause at a villager’s abode to explore an assortment of herbs. Savor the flavors of freshly-harvested fruit and sips of invigorating lemon grass and various herbal concoctions.\n\nResume your aquatic journey to reach the bustling Warorote Market, which offers an extensive array of items ranging from clothing and fabrics to an eclectic mix of fruits, herbs, blooms, vegetables, insects, and even pyrotechnics.\n\nBoard a Sam-Lor (Trishaw) for a scenic excursion along Thapae Road, weaving through the ancient fortifications of the Old City to lay eyes on the Phra Singh Temple, a site that boasts exquisite Lanna artistic expressions. \n\nConclude with a return to your abode.

Location
Wat Chai Mongkhon
133 Charoenprathet Road, Changkhlan
Cancellation Policy

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

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954meenav
Dec 11, 2023
Had a very nice time in Thailand - Our family stayed for 10 days in Thailand and covered most of the important places. Well organized and planned trip. Memorable visit in lifetime. Thanks Nina and team for the arrangements for sightseeing.
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Shivams751
Nov 29, 2023
Experiences & Knowledgeable Tour company - It was a wonderful experience and well co-ordinated one. Local guides transportation and Vegeterian food was arranged properly. And yes Quality with them and value for money Service. Thanks Mrs. Nissanat & your team for lovely hospitality.
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Kimberlyf
Dec 31, 2023
Not good - Tour guide never showed up for tour and after several attempts to contact her she finally responded and said she doesnt check email and did not know there was a tour.
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