1 day Private Tour to Unseen Temple in Lampang

A full day out of Chiang Mai leads to two temples in Lampang most day-trippers skip: Wat Phra That Lampang Luang and the hilltop Wat Chaloem Prakiat. The private tour runs 9 to 10 hours for up to 10 people, from $144, with lunch built into the price.

The Experience: the guide drives from Chiang Mai straight to Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, where admission is covered and about an hour is set aside to look around. From there it’s on to Wat Chaloem Prakiat, built on a hilltop with views over the surrounding valley — again with admission included and roughly an hour to explore. Lunch at a local restaurant sits between the two stops, giving the day a natural break.

Bottled water, a professional guide, lunch, and transport by private vehicle are all included, along with all fees and taxes — there’s little left to pay for once you’re on the road. The tour is private rather than joined with other travellers, so the group stays whoever booked together, up to 10 people. Cancel at least 24 hours out for a full refund.

Works well for couples or small groups who want a slower, guided look at Lampang rather than a rushed stop on the way through; skip it if you only have a couple of hours in the region, since the round trip alone eats a large chunk of the day.