Make the most of two days on a private journey from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai. Pair the gleaming White Temple, vivid Blue Temple and atmospheric Black House with a Long Neck Karen community, Mae Sai and wide Mekong views at the Golden Triangle.
Destination
Chiang Rai
Start
Chiang Mai
End
Chiang Mai
Type
Private
Duration
2 Days & 1 Nights
Depart
mtwthfsasu
Condition
Easy
Operator
Daily
Tour Code
PK07
📍 Highlights
○ White, Blue and Black Landmarks
○ Wat Huay Pla Kang
○ Mae Sai Border Market
○ Golden Triangle
👍 Benefits
○ Private air-conditioned transport throughout the itinerary
○ Licensed English-speaking guide
○ A coordinated Chiang Mai–Chiang Rai return journey
○ Admission fees and two lunches included
🎯 Ideal For
○ First-Time Visitors
○ Culture Seekers
○ Couples
○ Families and Friends
🎒 What to Bring
○ Comfortable walking shoes
○ Modest clothing for temples
○ Light layer and rain protection
○ Small day bag
✨ What to Expect
- Three dramatically different art and temple landmarks fill the first day with memorable colour and detail
- Community life, border-market energy and broad Mekong scenery give the second day a strong sense of place
💡 Insider Tip
- Accommodation and airfare are not included; arrange one night in Chiang Rai before departure
- Temple visits require clothing that covers shoulders and knees
- Keep water and a light snack in your day bag for the longer road sections
Important Information Accommodation and airfare are not included. Itinerary order may change with weather, traffic or site operations. Temple dress code applies.
Chiang Rai Express: White Temple & Golden Triangle from Chiang Mai
Day 1: Chiang Mai – Chiang Rai / White Temple & City Landmarks
Make the most of two days on a private journey from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai. Pair the gleaming White Temple, vivid Blue Temple and atmospheric Black House with a Long Neck Karen community, Mae Sai and wide Mekong views at the Golden Triangle.
Meet your guide at your Chiang Mai hotel and travel through the northern mountains towards Chiang Rai, pausing at Mae Ka Chan Hot Spring.
Arrive at Wat Rong Khun, where a brilliant white exterior and mirrored details create one of Northern Thailand's most photogenic sights.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Continue to the vivid blue interiors and sculptural details of Wat Rong Suea Ten, then explore the dark timber pavilions and dramatic art of the Black House Museum.
Finish at Wat Huay Pla Kang for its towering Guan Yin figure and distinctive nine-storey pagoda, then transfer to your Chiang Rai hotel.
Overnight: Chiang Rai Meal: Lunch
Day 2: Chiang Rai – Chiang Mai / Mae Sai & Golden Triangle
Make the most of two days on a private journey from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai. Pair the gleaming White Temple, vivid Blue Temple and atmospheric Black House with a Long Neck Karen community, Mae Sai and wide Mekong views at the Golden Triangle.
Meet your guide at your Chiang Rai hotel and visit a Long Neck Karen community, approaching the village respectfully and learning about local life and the brass-ring tradition.
Continue to Mae Sai, Thailand's northernmost border town, with time to browse its lively market.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Travel to the Golden Triangle for broad views across the Mekong towards Laos and Myanmar. Visit the Opium Museum, then continue to Chiang Saen for a quiet look at the old town landscape.
Return to Chiang Mai and transfer to your hotel or Chiang Mai Airport for your onward journey.
Rates: Chiang Rai Express: White Temple & Golden Triangle from Chiang Mai
Service Class
FIT
Group
1 / Person
2 / Person
3-4 / Person
5-8 / Person
9-16 / Person
17-32 / Person
33+ / Person
Land Only
฿ 20,400
฿ 12,400
฿ 9,700
฿ 8,300
฿ 7,900
฿ 7,500
฿ 7,100
Note: Price/Person in ฿ THB - Thai Baht
Inclusions:
✓ Air-conditioned vehicle with experienced driver ✓ Licensed English-speaking guide ✓ Bottled drinking water during tour ✓ All entrance fees as per itinerary ✓ Tourist accident insurance up to THB 500,000 ✓ Meals as per itinerary: 2 Lunch
Exclusions:
✗ Airfare and accommodation ✗ Meals and drinks not specified ✗ Personal expenses and gratuities ✗ Anything not mentioned as included