Doi Suthep Temple Tour by Local Red Car – 3 Hours Experience

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

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Join us for an unforgettable journey to Doi Suthep and experience Chiang Mai like a local!

Flexible Departure Times – We offer five time slots throughout the day, so you can choose the session that best suits your schedule.

Step into the heart of Chiang Mai’s spiritual and cultural heritage on this Doi Suthep Temple Tour. Travel like a local in a traditional red Songthaew, the city’s signature shared taxi, as you ascend the lush mountainside to visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, one of Thailand’s most sacred and awe-inspiring temples. This short yet immersive 3-hour tour is perfect for travelers looking for a meaningful experience without taking up the whole day.

IMPORTANT:

This tour is operated with a typical Thai “songthaew”, offering an authentic local travel experience. A songthaew is a converted pick-up truck with two benches in the back, open sides, and no air-conditioning. It’s the most common way for locals to get around in cities like Chiang Mai.

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

As our tours operate on a group basis, we kindly ask everyone to be on time. We can only wait for a maximum of 10 minutes after the scheduled meeting time. After the 10 minutes grace period, the guide will start with the tour. If you’re unable to make it on time, please inform us before the tour starts. If possible, we’ll do our best to reschedule you for the next available day or time slot. Please note that a rescheduling fee will apply.

Remember that temples are sacred places and you must dress appropriately. Shoulders and knees need to be covered (for both men and women). No leggings, tight pants, or revealing tops, otherwise access might be denied.

This tour is operated with a typical Thai “songthaew”. A songthaew is a converted pick-up truck with two benches in the back, open sides, and no air-conditioning. It’s an authentic way locals travel around Chiang Mai.

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

Discover the cultural and spiritual soul of Chiang Mai on this quick yet enriching tour to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, one of Thailand’s most sacred and iconic temples. Perched high on Doi Suthep mountain, this golden temple offers breathtaking views over Chiang Mai and a serene atmosphere that has drawn pilgrims for centuries. Travel like a local in a traditional red ‘songtaew’ (converted pick-up with benches in the back) as you wind your way up the mountain, then climb the grand staircase flanked by mythical Naga serpents to reach the temple grounds. With your knowledgeable local guide, uncover the rich history, symbolism, and legends surrounding this revered Buddhist site. From its glittering golden chedi to the panoramic views of the city below, this short tour offers a deep dive into northern Thailand’s spiritual heritage, all in just a few hours.

2 hours • Admission Not Included

What‘s Included

English speaking guide

One bottle of drinking water

Transportation by 'songtaew' (pick-up truck with benches in the back)

Pick up and drop off from hotel (only within our service area)

Entrance fee Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

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Doi Suthep Temple Tour by Local Red Car – 3 Hours Experience

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Reviews

5.00

8 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Exciting guide
Rachelle M,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Exciting tour on the Doi Sutep. The guide (Mr. Saman Duangkham) was absolutely courteous and helped and with the two children. He told us a lot about the temple and its history. It was an exciting afternoon.
Great guide!
Oded O,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Amy our guide was fantastic! We for about an hour and spent another hour on site. The temple itself Is special and can attract large crowds. The view of the city is beautiful and there is a small market nearby to buy souvenirs and other trinkets.
Super recommend
rafael a,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
An experience that I definitely recommend if I have a time in Chiang Mai, super friendly guide, explained to me a lot about the local culture that I did not know and about the history of that temple, still gave me a toast at the end.
Must Do!
Aamina A,,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our tour guide Jane was wonderful. She was very knowledgeable and accommodating. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting the temple, specifically with Jane.
Temples of Chang Mai
federicobD1217UD,,Jul 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Beautiful visit, the guide was very experienced and cute, I really liked especially the temple part in the jungle. However, it was not possible to see the sunrise because it was cloudy, but the view was still beautiful
Chiang Mai Day Trip
EmanueleBrizi,,Jul 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The excursion was very nice and interesting. The super nice and fun guide. Super recommended to everyone
Great walk
FarAway158601,,Jul 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It's worth it! Guide Jane is super friendly. The temple is beautiful. You travel with tuk tuk. An interesting experience. It all took 3h30 walk
Beautiful tour to temple in Chiang Mai
michellemQ5283NT,,Jul 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wonderful tour with guide Jane. She is very kind and knowledgeable. I definitely recommend her (and she is really good with taking pictures!)