Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Chiang Mai Private Tour | 3 hours

160 Reviews | Chiang Mai
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Best of Chiang Mai Tour
2 Adults x $113.27
$226.54
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Short Description: Explore the beautiful Chiang Mai's highlights and hidden gems in a private experience with a local host.

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Thai, English
  • Tickets for Wat Sing included
  • Private Tour
  • Local Guide
  • Transportation
  • 1 local drink/tasting
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Extra food & drinks

Overview

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Chiang Mai from a unique perspective! Get to know Chiang Mai on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all! Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Chiang Mai at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Wat Phra Singh, Wat Phan Tao, Tha Pae Gate and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included. Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Meeting points

Meet by the large 'Imm Hotel' sign

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • N/A

    Hear all about the history of Chiang Mai at the walls of its foundation

    30 minutes

  • Somphet Market

    Head to one of the lesser-known markets and enjoy a local fruit tasting recommended by your host

    30 minutes

  • Chiang Mai National Museum (Pass By)

    Weave around some artistic streets and take in the chill vibe of Chiang Mai 3 Kings: Check out the 3 kings monument and hear the story about them and their era

  • Naree Thai Massage & Spa by Chiang Mai Women Correctional Institution Vocational Training Center

    Check out a hidden abandoned women's prison

    30 minutes

  • Lanna Architecture Center

    Learn more about the Lanna style architecture and see some fine examples.

    10 minutes

  • Wat Phan Tao

    Hear stories of one of Chiang Mai’s most beautiful and simplistic temples

    10 minutes

  • Wat Phra Singh

    Enter into this stunning temple and learn more about the Buddhist culture.

    30 minutes

  • Wat Suan Dok

    Head out of the old city and wander around a much more local side of the city

    20 minutes

  • Suandok Park

    The tour will end at the temple, your host will help you get to where you wish

    20 minutes

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Private tour: only you & your local guide
  • CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset
  • Post Covid-19 regulations are applied to this product with regards to the number of participants, delivery methods of the tour and content of the tour.

Free Cancellation

June 19100% refund
June 20No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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160 reviews

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Insiders Chiang Mai

Published on Jan, 2025

This is a stellar opportunity to really get a sense of the history of Chiang Mai. Boy was an amazing guide and we learned a lot about the history and customs. My brother and I really enjoyed this tour and would recommend it to all.

An interesting afternoon in the old city

Published on Jan, 2025

Ratana our guide was delightful, friendly and chatty and full of information. She always had answers when we asked her about the history of Thailand and life now. We tried durian (not as bad as it’s made out to be??), saw lots of temples in the old city—some really beautiful—and she gave us good tips for the markets, local food, and hiking on the outskirts of the city. Thank you, Ratana!

First day in Thailand!

Published on Jan, 2025

Excellent tour. We learned a lot. . Our tour guide ,Boy was very kind and spoke excellent English. We had just arrived the day before. This was an excellent introduction.

Seeing Chiang Mai with Purdichat and With Locals

Published on Jan, 2025

Purdichat was an absolute delight and my friends and I enjoyed touring around Chiang Mai with her. It was so special and informative to see the city through the eyes of a local. What I appreciated most about her is the pride and care with which she answered our questions and informed us about Thai culture, the history of the sites and temples we visited, and the philosophy of Buddhism. My friends and I left the tour with an increased understanding of the city and the Thai people. I highly recommend her as a guide.

Kick-off our stay in Chiang Mai

Published on Jan, 2025

We loved getting to know the neighborhoods of Chiang Mai on this tour. It helped us to get to learn about the history of the city while learning our way around. A great way to kick-off our stay!

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