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The 15 Best Doi Suthep & Doi Inthanon Tours

28 tours  ·  from $13 a head

One is a staircase above the city, the other is the highest point in the country with a cloud forest on top. The 15 below compare the two mountains on driving time, how much walking is involved and whether the waterfalls are included.

Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon National Park Eco-Friendly Tour - The Twin Pagodas and their wide mountain views
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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon National Park Eco-Friendly Tour

1.Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon National Park Eco-Friendly Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,667 reviews · 9 hours · from $46Our pick

Spend nine hours exploring Doi Inthanon with an English, French, Spanish, or Japanese-speaking guide. Visit Thailand’s highest point, walk the 360-meter Ang Ka boardwalk, see the Twin Pagodas and Wachirathan Waterfall, then meet a hill community and try locally brewed coffee. Pickup is optional, and meeting-point bookings can be made the same day.

“loved our guide bananas, so knowledgeable and friendly made sure we were all taken care of throughout the day. would highly recommend, we went to places that would be difficult without the expert help”

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Chiang Mai: Doi Suthep and Wat Umong Enchanting Evening Tour - Wat Umong gives the tour a quieter beginning
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Chiang Mai: Doi Suthep and Wat Umong Enchanting Evening Tour

2.Chiang Mai: Doi Suthep and Wat Umong Enchanting Evening Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,811 reviews · 5 hours · from $27

Spend an evening with a local guide at quiet Wat Umong and hilltop Doi Suthep. You’ll explore forest tunnels, climb 309 steps, watch the city light up, and may join a traditional monk ceremony. Guides such as TomTam, Boon, James, and Happy are praised for clear stories and warm care. Hotel pickup is optional.

“Sam was a great guide and show us all the main spots and explain everything on each of of the temples or places we visited .”

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Doi Inthanon Waterfall and Royal Project Chiang Mai - Wachirathan Falls brings the first big view
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Doi Inthanon Waterfall and Royal Project Chiang Mai

3.Doi Inthanon Waterfall and Royal Project Chiang Mai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,735 reviews · from $50Top rated

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring Doi Inthanon from Chiang Mai with an English-speaking guide, air-conditioned transport, lunch, and bottled water. See Wachirathan Falls, a Karen village, Hmong market, Ang Ka Trail, Thailand’s highest point, and the Twin Royal Stupas. Small groups are limited to nine people.

“Tour guide Ize did a great job coordinating the tour and explaining concepts of things in the itinerary (e.g. historical events)”

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Chiang Mai: Doi Suthep, Wat Umong, and Pha Lat Sunrise Tour - The Kruba Srivichai Monument and the story behind the road
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Chiang Mai: Doi Suthep, Wat Umong, and Pha Lat Sunrise Tour

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,425 reviews · 4 hours · from $32

Start before dawn for the 309-step climb to Doi Suthep, then visit the Kruba Srivichai Monument, forest-set Wat Pha Lat, and 700-year-old Wat Umong. Guides such as James, a former monk, add useful insight into Buddhism and temple customs. Expect an early morning, cool air, comfortable transport, and roughly five hours door to door.

“James was a great tour gide. We enjoyed alot and also learned alot.”

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Chiang Mai: Wat Pha Lat & Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Tour - Wat Pha Lat: Chiang Mai’s quiet mountain stop
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Chiang Mai: Wat Pha Lat & Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Tour

5.Chiang Mai: Wat Pha Lat & Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,207 reviews · 4h 30m · from $24

Spend an evening with guides such as Tomtam, Mui, Art, or Ponpon visiting Wat Pha Lat and Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. You’ll hear about Buddhist customs, walk through a quiet forest temple, climb 306 steps to a gold pagoda, and watch Chiang Mai light up after sunset. Hotel pickup is optional.

“We had an amazing trip with Ponpon as our guide. We were picked up on time in a comfortable vehicle and driven to the first temple. Ponpon provided information and entertainment along the way. He showed us around the temple and then allowed us to explore. We then visited a view point and onto the main temple. He made sure we were there on time to watch the Monks ceremony. He once again showed us around and then left us to explore. Ponpon made sure to get photos for everyone and point out the best places. He even purchased food for us to try and flowers in the temple for…”

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3-in-1: Doi Inthanon Tour, Elephant Sanctuary, and Trekking Trail - Meeting elephants at Living Green Foundation
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3-in-1: Doi Inthanon Tour, Elephant Sanctuary, and Trekking Trail

6.3-in-1: Doi Inthanon Tour, Elephant Sanctuary, and Trekking Trail

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,087 reviews · from $48

Spend a full day outside Chiang Mai with an English-speaking guide such as John, Jon, Note, Rainbow, or Sandy. Feed rescued elephants at Living Green Foundation, visit Thailand’s highest mountain and royal pagodas, hike to Pha Dok Siew Waterfall, then sample coffee in Ban Mae Klang Luang. Hotel transport and lunch are included.

“Definitely I recommend it! Jon and the other guys were amazing!!! I just loved the trekking, the waterfall the views! It was lovely to have the elephant experience!”

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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Trip with Pha Dok Siew Guided Trek - The early road from Chiang Mai to the mountain
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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Trip with Pha Dok Siew Guided Trek

7.Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Trip with Pha Dok Siew Guided Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 910 reviews · 1 day

Spend a full day in Doi Inthanon National Park with guides such as Toey, Mint, Daniel, or Mr Bobo. Visit Thailand’s highest point, the King and Queen Pagodas, Wachirathan Waterfall, and a Karen village. The two-hour Pha Dok Siew walk follows forest paths, bridges, waterfalls, rice fields, and coffee plantations.

“It was wonderful and our guide Daniel was so sweet and funny ! Thank you for sharing your culture with us.”

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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park with Kew Mae Pan Hike Day Trip - Thailand’s highest point at 2,565 meters
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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park with Kew Mae Pan Hike Day Trip

8.Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park with Kew Mae Pan Hike Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 841 reviews · 11 hours · from $62

Travel by air-conditioned van from Chiang Mai to Thailand’s highest peak, hike the seasonal Kew Mae Pan Trail, visit the King and Queen Pagodas, taste local coffee, meet Hmong villagers, and see Wachirathan Waterfall. Guides such as Mo, James, Paul, and Yoong add humor and useful local context.

“This is a great trip and good value for money. Our guide Wanida was the highlight. She was very engaging and informative of the history of the area.”

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Wat Phra That Doi Suthep spiritual Sunrise Tour with an Ex-monk - The alms ceremony and morning meditation
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Wat Phra That Doi Suthep spiritual Sunrise Tour with an Ex-monk

9.Wat Phra That Doi Suthep spiritual Sunrise Tour with an Ex-monk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 798 reviews · from $64

Start before dawn with pickup in Chiang Mai and visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep as the city wakes. An ex-monk guide such as Pon, Tu, Tom, or James may explain Buddhist customs, followed by an alms ceremony, Thai breakfast, Wat Pha Lat, and Wat Umong. Expect a small group, temple stairs, and a five-hour morning.

“Very special experience! Incredible sunrise views, unique temples, great service and yummy thai breakfast!”

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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park and Pha Dok Siew Trail Trek - The summit at 2,565 meters
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Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park and Pha Dok Siew Trail Trek

10.Chiang Mai: Doi Inthanon Park and Pha Dok Siew Trail Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 752 reviews · 1 day · from $61

Spend a full day in Doi Inthanon National Park with an English-speaking guide and a group of up to 12. Reach Thailand’s highest point, visit the King and Queen Pagodas, hike the two-hour Pha Dok Siew Trail, eat lunch in a mountain village, taste local coffee, and see Wachirathan Waterfall. Guides may include May, Chai, Paul, or Nine.

“This was an incredible way to take in the sights and culture of Doi Inthanon! Our guide Chai was so informative and had excellent English to answer all our curiosities and share his story. We are 26-29 years old and when choosing a tour, we struggled with which trail to pick (the hike into the clouds or this more relaxed Pha Dok Siew trail). I’m SO glad we went with this one as you stop in so many unique harvest fields and village communities! It was a cloudy day so we didn’t see anything at the summit and were glad we hadn’t done the into the clouds trek. This is…”

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Chiang Mai - Doi Suthep Temple & Wat Pha Lat Hike - Choosing between sunrise, afternoon, and evening
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Chiang Mai – Doi Suthep Temple & Wat Pha Lat Hike

11.Chiang Mai – Doi Suthep Temple & Wat Pha Lat Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 740 reviews · 4 hours · from $25

Join an English-speaking guide such as Jane, Margaret, Saman, or Nancy for a four-hour trip from Chiang Mai to Wat Pha Lat and Doi Suthep. Ride a traditional red songthaew, walk the forest Monk’s Trail, see Buddhist rituals, and enjoy sunrise or sunset views. The $25 price includes transport, water, guide, and selected hotel pickup, but temple fees are extra.

“Fantastic the sunrise was amazing Nancy is a fantastic guide”

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4-Hour Doi Suthep & Hmong Hill Tribe Village from Chiang Mai - What you see at the Hmong museum and market
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4-Hour Doi Suthep & Hmong Hill Tribe Village from Chiang Mai

12.4-Hour Doi Suthep & Hmong Hill Tribe Village from Chiang Mai

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 696 reviews · 4 hours · from $36

Spend four hours above Chiang Mai with an English-speaking guide, visiting Doi Pui Hmong Village and sacred Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. You can browse village crafts, taste local coffee, learn about Buddhism, and reach the temple terrace by 309 steps or included cable car. Pickup is available from hotels within 6 km of the Three Kings Monument.

“We had a great time visiting the mountain village and the temple. The village gives you some insights into the local coffee plantation. You can see some local housing on the way but you should also be prepared that there are quite some shops where they offer a mix of locally made but also some „standard“ souvenirs. Tasting the coffee was great though. Afterwards, we visited the temple where our guide gave us a lot of insights into Buddhist religion, which was further supported by the artwork in the temple. We also got some great views from the city from there. Our tour guide was super great and so helpful…”

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Spiritual Sunrise Wat Doi Suthep, Pha Lat, Alms & Meditation - The 5:00 am pickup and ride up the mountain
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Spiritual Sunrise Wat Doi Suthep, Pha Lat, Alms & Meditation

13.Spiritual Sunrise Wat Doi Suthep, Pha Lat, Alms & Meditation

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 674 reviews · 5h 30m · from $59

Start before dawn with an English-speaking ex-monk guide such as James, Non, Tu, or Blue. Visit Doi Suthep for chanting, meditation, sunrise, and alms giving, then eat a local breakfast before exploring Wat Pha Lat and Wat Umong. This small-group tour runs about five and a half hours and includes transport, temple fees, food, and water.

“Very enjoyable trip with a great guide. Beautiful setting, good food and great learning.”

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Chiang Mai - Doi Suthep Temple & Wat Pha Lat Hike - Choosing between sunrise, afternoon, and evening
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Chiang Mai – Doi Suthep Temple & Wat Pha Lat Hike

14.Chiang Mai – Doi Suthep Temple & Wat Pha Lat Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 657 reviews · from $26

Spend about four hours combining a 30 to 40-minute forest hike to Wat Pha Lat with a visit to golden Doi Suthep. English-speaking guides such as Saman, Jane, Amy, and Pia explain Buddhist customs, temple art, and monk life. Expect an open-air songthaew, 300-plus steps, and extra temple fees.

“Khun Saman who led our small group did an excellent job explaining things related to the temple, different Buddhas displayed. He also has a wealth of knowledge about the forest as we were hiking our way down. He is thorough, devoted, responsible. The walking stick he passed to us to use was incredibly useful. Very thoughtful of him.”

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Doi Inthanon Private Tour with Trek & Lunch from Chiang Mai - Wachirathan Falls brings the first big view
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Doi Inthanon Private Tour with Trek & Lunch from Chiang Mai

15.Doi Inthanon Private Tour with Trek & Lunch from Chiang Mai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 622 reviews · from $135

Spend about nine hours exploring Doi Inthanon with a private guide and vehicle from Chiang Mai. Visit Wachirathan Falls, Thailand’s highest point, the Twin Pagodas, a coffee-growing village, and Pha Dok Seaw Waterfall. Guides such as Tong, Yut, M, and Ed are praised for local insight, careful driving, and thoughtful service.

“Such an informative tour. We loved having M as our guide. He shared information about the park, historical facts, Lanna annd Karen people, and answered all our questions about Buddhism, Thai culture, and food (both lunch and at market). Loved our hike through the forest with a Karen guide and the surprise ending with a coffee break and hand woven goods. Thank you M for a wonderful day!”

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