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Chiang Rai Temples, Golden Triangle and Kayan in Chiang Mai

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Activity provider: Chiangmai Smiley Tour Official
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Full-day tour in Chiang Mai, taking in หมู่บ้านกะเหรี่ยงคอยาวปางแฟน, Mae Kachan Hot Spring and Wat Rong Khun. Run by Chiangmai Smiley Tour Official, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • หมู่บ้านกะเหรี่ยงคอยาวปางแฟน
  • Mae Kachan Hot Spring
  • Wat Rong Khun
  • Jeab’s Thai Food Buffet
  • Runs 15 hours
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (Chiang Mai city area)

Chiang Rai Temples, Golden Triangle and Kayan: Key Facts

PriceFrom $113 per person
Duration15 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 15-hour experience from Chiang Mai, built around หมู่บ้านกะเหรี่ยงคอยาวปางแฟน, Mae Kachan Hot Spring and Wat Rong Khun. It is run by Chiangmai Smiley Tour Official, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples sit side by side across Japan and the etiquette differs slightly: at a shrine, bow at the torii, rinse hands and mouth at the water basin, then bow twice, clap twice, bow once at the hall; at a temple, no clapping, hands together, and incense if it is offered. Photography is fine outside and usually not inside halls. Zen meditation sessions, zazen, are taught at several Kyoto and Tokyo temples in 30 to 60 minute sittings with the posture explained; a shukubo temple stay adds the morning service and vegetarian shojin ryori. Shoes come off at every hall.

The price covers Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle, guide, Entrance fees according to the itinerary and Mekong River boat ride. It does not cover Personal expenses, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Hotel pickup in Chiang Mai. Chiangmai Smiley Tour Official confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Chiangmai Smiley Tour Official before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Starting/pickup location

Depends on the selected option

Van

(45 minutes)

หมู่บ้านกะเหรี่ยงคอยาวปางแฟน

Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (30 minutes)

Van

(30 minutes)

Mae Kachan Hot Spring

Break time (15 minutes)

Van

(110 minutes)

Wat Rong Khun

Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing

Jeab’s Thai Food Buffet

Lunch

Van

(25 minutes)

Blue Temple

Visit, Guided tour

Van

(15 minutes)

Black House

Visit, Guided tour

Van

(1 hour)

The Golden Triangle

Visit, Long-tail boat ride

Van

(4.33 hours)

3 drop-off locations

Starbucks Maya Shopping Mall Chiangmai, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Wat Phra Singh Woramahawihan

Detailed Itinerary

Starting/pickup location: Depends on the selected option

Van: (45 minutes)

หมู่บ้านกะเหรี่ยงคอยาวปางแฟน: Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (30 minutes)

Van: (30 minutes)

Mae Kachan Hot Spring: Break time (15 minutes)

Van: (110 minutes)

Wat Rong Khun: Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing

Jeab’s Thai Food Buffet: Lunch

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (Chiang Mai city area)
  • Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
  • English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees according to the itinerary
  • Mekong River boat ride
  • Buffet lunch
  • Drinking water
  • Travel accident insurance

Excludes

  • Personal expenses

Important information

Meeting point

Hotel pickup in Chiang Mai. Chiangmai Smiley Tour Official confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 15 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Main Tour Price
Starting from $113
$113
Need a custom booking or have a larger group?Contact Support via WhatsApp
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more

Traveler Reviews

4.8/5
based on 4 reviews
Guide
4.8/5
Value for money
4.8/5
Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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M
Matteo
July 23, 2026

escursione davvero super bella, molto ben organizzata e interessante, guida fantastica e davvero complimenti per l'inglese sembrava madrelingua quindi davvero chiunque che conosce un minimo di inglese non avrà problemi con le sue perfette spiegazioni !!!

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5
T
Traveller
June 28, 2026

Our guide MM is very knowledgeable of the attractions and very friendly. Got to see the places we expected.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hotel pickup in Chiang Mai. Chiangmai Smiley Tour Official confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. The collection window is usually a little wider than a fixed minute, because the driver is working a route around several hotels.
The price does not cover personal expenses. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Shoulders and knees covered, for men and women, and no ripped jeans, vest tops or leggings; the Grand Palace turns people away at the gate and hires out sarongs. Shoes come off in every building with a Buddha image, so slip-ons save time. Sit with your feet pointing away from the Buddha and do not climb on any statue for a photo.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Hotel pickup and drop-off (Chiang Mai city area), Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle, English-speaking guide, Entrance fees according to the itinerary, Mekong River boat ride, Buffet lunch, Drinking water, Travel accident insurance
The duration of the Chiang Rai Temples, Golden Triangle and Kayan is typically 15 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Starting from$113