Buddhist Monk Chat and Meditation Session

Immerse yourself in the spiritual traditions of Chiang Mai. Visit Suan Dok Temple and explore its historical significance, engage in an interactive Monk Chat session to learn about Buddhism, and discover the peaceful surroundings of Umong Temple with its iconic tunnels and wisdom trees.

Destination	Chiang Mai
Start	Chiang Mai
End	Chiang Mai
Type	Private
Duration	4 hours
Period	Day Tour
Depart	mtwthfsasu
Condition	Easy
Tour Code	CMHD04

Buddhist Monk Chat and Meditation Session

Itinerary

: 08:30 AM / 01:00 PM: Pick-Up from Hotel
Depart from your hotel and begin your journey into the spiritual and cultural essence of Chiang Mai.

Visit Suan Dok Temple
Explore Suan Dok Temple, built in 1370 and home to the royal cemetery of the Chiang Mai Royal Family. Admire the gilded chedi containing Buddha relics and the Golden Buddha image cast in the 16th century.

Monk Chat & Meditation Retreat
Participate in an engaging Monk Chat session where monks share insights about Buddhism, Lord Buddha, and the Buddhist way of life. Learn about meditation techniques such as Concentration Meditation and Vipassana Meditation, designed to bring peace of mind and profound insight.

Monk Chat Objectives:
- Engage in informal conversations with monks about general topics.
- Exchange ideas on Buddhism and cultural differences.
- Gain a deeper understanding of Thai Buddhism in a friendly atmosphere.

Visit Umong Temple
Discover the unique Umong Temple, known for its ancient tunnels built in the late 14th century. Wander through the serene temple grounds surrounded by wisdom trees displaying messages in Thai and English.

12:30 PM / 05:00 PM: Return to Hotel
Conclude your journey with a peaceful transfer back to your hotel, enriched by Buddhist wisdom and serene experiences.

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Rates: Buddhist Monk Chat and Meditation Session

Service Class	FIT				Group
Service Class	1 / Person	2 / Person	3-4 / Person	5-8 / Person	9-16 / Person	17-32 / Person	33+ / Person
Private Tour	฿ 4,200	฿ 2,200	฿ 1,600	฿ 1,300	฿ 1,300	฿ 1,300	฿ 1,300

Note: Price/Person in ฿ THB - Thai Baht

Inclusions:
✓ Air-conditioned vehicles with experienced driver
✓ English speaking licensed guide
✓ All admission fees as mentioned in the program

Exclusions:
✗ Items of a personal nature
✗ Tips or Gratuities to guide and driver
✗ Meals not specified in the itinerarys
✗ Other services not mentioned in the program

Child Policy:

For children under 3 years old = Free
For children 4-12 years old = 70% of adult price
For children over 13 years old = Full adult price

[Valid: 01-JAN-2026 - 31-DEC-2027]

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Hello team, I’m interested in your Buddhism Experience (Chiang Mai): https://www.orientalescape.com/tour/thailand/chiangmai/buddhism-experience On the page I see a pick-up window of 08:30–13:00 and a return window of 15:30–20:00. Are these just general time windows, and will the exact pick-up/return time be confirmed and agreed after booking? I want to participate alone on 26th december morning. Thank you? Nicola - 190 Days ago

Thank you for your interest in our Buddhism Experience in Chiang Mai.
The tour operates as a half-day experience with two rounds per day:
Morning tour: Pick-up at 08:30 hrs, returning to your hotel at approximately 12:30 hrs
Afternoon tour: Pick-up at 13:00 hrs, returning to your hotel at approximately 17:00 hrs
The pick-up and return times are fixed for each round, so if you would like to join the morning tour on 26th December, your pick-up will be at 08:30 hrs and return at around 12:20 hrs.
Please let us know if you would like us to confirm your booking for this date.

Kodhacharin S - answered within 12 Hours [TicketID # 7906]