Wat Phra That Doi Suthep spiritual Sunrise Tour with an Ex-monk
Overview
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5 hours
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-A great tour for your wonderful holidays and avoid the heavy crowd and get different experiences from other tourists..
-Soak up with real Thai culture by doing Alms offering to monks and listen to monks chanting in the morning.
- Worth getting up early to see temple lit up and beat the crowds.
- Get great photos without disturbing from people.
-Get different spiritual development
- Your ex-monk guide will explain what you need to know when you are in Thailand
- Enjoy panoramic views of the whole Chiang Mai City over the clouds
– Wonderful countryside landscape while the sun rises behind the Chiang Mai city and mountains.
-They say you have not truly been to Chiang Mai if you have not visited this temple ! Morning life at the temple is unforgettable -the sound of temple bells, monks chanting and the fascinating view of Chiang Mai will fill your heart. Don’t leave Chiang Mai without this impression !!!!
( You can do this trip even before your flight leave at noon. )
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Dress code is formal ( Must be long pants or long skirt for temple visit in Thailand )
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Famous Local Breakfast: ( Khao Soi, noodle , Pad Thai, chicken rice or other local Thai breakfast )
Professional Experienced TAT Tourist guide.
Flexible for party needs
All fees
VIP. Air-con. Car / Van
Gratuities
Tip or other personal expenses
What To Expect
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
For this tour we wake up and leave early in the morning at 05:00 - 05:10 am. and drive up into the mountains to visit the Wat Phra That Doi Suthep temple ( A Chiang Mai Land-mark.) We highly recommend visiting this famous temple at dawn. The temple is quiet and the monks are just chanting, rousing and going out to receive alms offerings. Without any crowds you can enjoy the magical morning light and incredible views in serenity. It is the beginning to a great and wonderful day. Doi Suthep temple is located on the peak of the Doi Suthep Mountains and is the most famous landmark in Chiang Mai. They say you have not truly been to Chiang Mai if you have not visited this temple ! At the top of the temple you can view the pagoda shining with real gold, and a viewing platform offers panoramic views of the whole Chiang Mai City – take in the wonderful countryside landscape while the sun rises behind the city and mountains. The morning sky and view could be immortalized in a beautiful painting ! Morning life at the temple is unforgettable -the sound of temple bells, monks chanting and the fascinating view of Chiang Mai will fill your heart. Don’t leave Chiang Mai without this impression.!!! Before we continue to the other sites, we will have a nice and original taste of famous and delicious Chiang Mai food. ( Khoi Soy or Thai local breakfast sticky rice and Local Thai KFC. ) After sunrise. we will drop by at the hidden jungle temple and Wat U-Mong to enjoy the serenity surrounding & peace ! Both of them are unique meditation places, very interesting and serene. See you in the morning at 5:00 a.m.-05:10 a.m.
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Wat Phra That Doi Suthep spiritual Sunrise Tour with an Ex-monk
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Reviews
708 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
🌟 An unforgettable experience – like a dream come true! 🌟
Francesca D,
Jun 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00🌟 An unforgettable experience – like a dream come true! 🌟 I was lucky enough to take part in this tour, and I can honestly say it was a wonderful, fairy-tale experience. The temple we visited radiates such a deep sense of peace, almost magical, and every moment felt timeless. Our guide, Non, a former monk, was the true highlight of the experience: incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and with a way of sharing stories that was truly captivating. He beautifully blended spirituality, culture, and humor, making us smile and reflect at the same time. A truly memorable person. I received so much valuable information, always presented clearly and meaningfully, never boring for a second! Truly an experience worth a perfect 10 I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone looking for something authentic, deep, and special. 🙏✨
This tour was hands down...
Renee d,
Jun 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00This tour was hands down my favorite thing I’ve done in Chiang Mai. My guide, Tom, was the absolute best. He was very kind, explained a lot about the history of Thailand and Buddism, and was very welcoming to any questions. If you’re doubting doing this tour, let this be your sign to do it!
The best way to see this...
Heather M,
Jun 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00The best way to see this Wat and learn about the monks and see other hidden wats as well! An awesome half day tour, highly recommend.
Great Tour!
Brady L,
Jun 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our tour guide, Tu, was very knowledgeable and gave a phenomenal tour. He also dropped us off at the airport at the end of our tour. Would highly recommend!
Great tour with a great guide
Jacob M,
May 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00The setup of this tour is great. Having someone who was a monk for 15+ years is awesome as they can explain the history and reasoning for everything in great detail, and are able to answer any questions that you can think to ask. The itinerary is also amazing. You stop at an overlook pulloff on the way to the temple to see a night view of the city, then you watch the sunrise from the temple on the mountain. Afterwards, you experience some of the Buddhist rituals and explore the area on your own. You stop by a local place next to the temple for your included meal, and then you visit two other temples. Since the tour is early in the day, the temples are not busy or crowded which is a much better experience. Our guide was Tu and he was outstanding. Super knowledgeable, extremely friendly and nice, funny, and prepared. He gave us water as well as gifted us some snacks and a drink to try. Car was clean and he drove us around without any issues. I booked this based on a recommendation from a friend and I’d recommend it others as well. Super grateful!
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