Doi Inthanon Day Trip from Chiang Mai including Karen Hill Tribe & Twin Pagodas

3.7
(16 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Enjoy the astonishing scenery of Doi Inthanon National Park on a full-day tour from Chiang Mai. The highlights including Doi Inthanon National Park, home to Thailand's highest mountain, a grand stupa that sits at 6,561 feet (2,000 meters) above sea level, and the spectacular Wachiratharn Waterfall. The perfect way to discover Chiang Mai's remarkable mountain scenery.
• Gorgeous view from Doi Inthanon, Thailand's highest mountain
• Pass by rural sights like rice terraces and get a glimpse of ethnic culture at a Hmong market and a Karen village
• Fresh, invigorating mountain air with cool climate
• Relaxing stops at waterfalls & ancient pagodas
• Includes guide, transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off from Chiang Mai

What's Included

Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water
Gratuities
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Free Door To Door Pick up for our tours at the following location with NO CHARGE - City Center Chaingmai District area (3 KM radius) with namely Night Bazaar, Tapae Gate, Chiang Mai Gate, Suan Dok gate, old city , Huay Kaew Road to Ibis Hotel, Nimmana Haeminda Road & Santitham Area You can also join our tours at CHIANG MAI MEETING POINTS - Sun Leisure World Office Chiang mai, Located at Duang Tawan Hotel Chiang Mai Lobby Floor. An additional surcharge for hotel pickup outside 3 miles (5 km) radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.

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Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Start the tour with morning pickup from your central Chiang Mai city hotel or meeting point by a professional tour guide

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    You will be transported by air-conditioned vehicle to the south of Chiang Mai, where you will head to Inthanon National Park, passing different scenery including villages, communities, rice fields, fruits orchards, and more. 

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3

    You will be transported by air-conditioned vehicle to the south of Chiang Mai, where you will head to Inthanon National Park, passing different scenery including villages, communities, rice fields, fruits orchards, and more. 

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Upon arrival at Inthanon Mountain, also known as "The Roof of Thailand", visit the highest summit of Thailand, 8415 feet (2,565 meters) above sea level. Find the remains of the previous king of Chiang Mai enshrined here; then, walk along the Angka Luang Natural trail to a lookout where you can enjoy the forest from above, covered with lichens and wild orchids. You might even catch a glimpse of some rare species of birds along the trail.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Continue the trip with a visit to the twin pagodas (Phra Mahathat Napha Methanidon and Phra Mahathat Naphaphon Bhumisiri), built for King Bhumibol Adulyadej and Queen Sirikit to commemorate their fifth cycle birthdays. Each pagoda also enshrines Buddha’s relics.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 6

    Continue the trip with a visit to the twin pagodas (Phra Mahathat Napha Methanidon and Phra Mahathat Naphaphon Bhumisiri), built for King Bhumibol Adulyadej and Queen Sirikit to commemorate their fifth cycle birthdays. Each pagoda also enshrines Buddha’s relics.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 7

    After exploring here, drive down the hill and make a short break to visit a local market, Hmong Market, where fruits, vegetables, flowers, and other local products are sold by the Hmong villagers. 

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 8

    In the afternoon, visit the famous Karen Hill Tribe village, at the Mae Klang Luang village. Here, villagers make their living growing rice and the coffee.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 9

    In the afternoon, visit the famous Karen Hill Tribe village, at the Mae Klang Luang village. Here, villagers make their living growing rice and the coffee. Visit the rice terrace and coffee orchard; then taste some fresh coffee, before continuing to Wachirathan Waterfall to enjoy the scenery.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 10

    In the afternoon, visit the famous Karen Hill Tribe village, at the Mae Klang Luang village. Here, villagers make their living growing rice and the coffee.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 11

    Visit the rice terrace and coffee orchard; then taste some fresh coffee, before continuing to Wachirathan Waterfall to enjoy the scenery. Tour ends with return transfer to Chiang Mai, an approximately 1.5 to 2-hour drive depending on the traffic conditions. Upon arrival in Chiang Mai, you will be dropped off at your centrally located hotel.

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Sunleisure World

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
City Tours
Car Tours
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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