What to do in Chiang Rai

Things to do in Chiang Rai

From a trek to is the most common activity. Chiang Rai is the ideal starting point to the mountains to meet the nature or tribes. This still requires a good physical condition

Down the river Kok in general it has done for up to Thaton Chia ng Rai but other routes are possible

Have a look at the night bazaar this night market offers a variety of souvenirs stalls and small restaurants

Spend the day with elephants with Elephant Steps which offers you a beautiful experience spending a moment with the elephants while in their natural environment and not in the circuses or amusement park. I have not tested yet but it will be soon! Here no suspicion of mistreatment for tourist purposes, elephant are perfectly respected, you can go there with confidence! You will even help local associations with the income generated by your visit.
More information: www.elephantstepschiangrai.com

Tours & activities in Chiang Rai and around

This selection includes tours, excursions and activities that I have personally tested or were tested by people I fully trust but also offers by recognized agencies or websites known for their seriousness and quality but from who I only have tested one or two of their offers (I then indicate (ad) below the photo). Feel free to give me feedback on these services to ensure that they are good quality otherwise I may remove it from the list.

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See Sunset at White Temple with Heartmade Meal in a Farm

Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, we'll visit the fanciful Blue Temple, have organic lunch and Blue Latte at the farm restaurant Sawan Bon Din (Heaven on Earth), Black house, Singha Park and see the vanilla sunset (weather pemitting) at the White temple.

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Doi Tung Royal Villa & White Temple with Signature Northern Meal

We'll start at White Temple, then let's have Northern Thai-style lunch at a local's favorite restaurant. After that, we'll go to Doi Tung Development Project, an area aimed to preserve nature and better the lives of local hill tribes. From flower garden to Tree Top Walk and visiting Akha people, Doi Tung Development Project is a great place to enjoy nature and learn about a local way of life.

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Blue Temple, White Temple, Black House, Lotus Temple & Best Khao Soi

Visit some of most beautiful temples in the world, one all white and one all blue! We'll also go to the unique Black House museum, also the lotus temple unseen in Thailand and have one of the best Khao Soi in Chiang Rai for lunch.

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Discover White Temple & Choui Fong Tea Plantation in Chiang Rai

White Temple one of the most famous temple in Thailand, Blue Temple, Singha Park and visit the buildings that are attractive especially for architects at Choui Fong Tea Plantation. You can see panoramic view of mountains and tea plantation.