Chiang Mai City Tuk Tuk Tour - Half Day
Highlights
- Wat Chedi Luang, former home of the Emerald Buddha
- Photo stop at Wat Phra Singh
- Silver temple Wat Srisuphan
- Private tour for your party only
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included
- English-speaking licensed guide
A private tuk tuk covers four temples-and-landmarks in Chiang Mai’s old city over four hours: Wat Chedi Luang, the Three Kings Monument, Wat Phra Singh, Tha Phae Gate, and Wat Sri Suphan, with a stop at a local market before drop-off.
Wat Chedi Luang’s pagoda dates back more than 700 years and follows a Lanna design; it once held a replica of the Emerald Buddha after the original moved to Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok, and the stop here runs about 15 minutes. Wat Phra Singh, built in the 14th century and known for its northern Thai architecture and gardens, gets a longer 30-minute visit. Wat Sri Suphan — the Silver Temple — is covered in hand-worked silver-toned panels and takes another 15 minutes, while Tha Phae Gate, once part of the city’s defensive wall and now ringed by bars, restaurants, and hotels, is the longest single stop at a full hour.
The tuk tuk and guide are private to your group, with the guide working in Mandarin or English, and personal expenses beyond what’s listed aren’t covered. If your hotel falls outside the free pickup zone, the fallback meeting point is Tha Phae Gate, outside McDonald’s — look for a guide holding a TripGuru sign.
- Duration: 4 hours
- Price from: $55
- Rating: 4.9 (70 reviews)
- Group size: Up to 4 (private)
- Includes: Entrance fees (Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra Singh, Wat Sri Suphan), private tuk tuk, guide, bottled water, insurance, hotel pickup/drop-off
- Meeting point: Tha Phae Gate, outside McDonald’s (if outside the free pickup area)
- Cancellation: Full refund up to 24 hours before departure
Insider Tip: The tuk tuk seats four at most, which suits couples or small families better than a shared minivan route — no waiting on other travellers at each stop.
Itinerary
Known as the “Temple of the Big Stupa”, this 700+ year old temple – famous for its Lanna-inspired designs – was once the home of the much revered statue of the Emerald Buddha. After it was transferred to Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok, the Thai king donated a replica to the temple which still stands today.
A shrine named after the three founders of Chiang Mai
One of the more venerated temples in Chiang Mai, Wat Phra Singh was built in the 14th century and is famous for its northern Thai designs and impeccable gardens.
A famous landmark for locals and visitors alike, it was once part of a high-bricked defensive wall that surrounded the city. Today, the gate is now a popular meet up place with a host of bars, restaurants, and hotels within walking distance.
The Silver Temple because of its ornate silver-colored designs.
Where you can shop local street food or produce, or check out the vendors and their wares before dropping you off at your hotel.
Included
- English speaking local guide
- A bottle of drinking water
- Private tuk tuk transport
- Entrance fees (Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra Singh, Wat Sri Suphan)
- Insurance
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel
Not Included
- Personal expenses
Meeting point & area
View larger map →Meeting point: If your hotel is outside the free pickup area, the designated meeting point is Tha Phae Gate in Chiang Mai Old City in front of McDonald's. Your tour guide will be holding a TripGuru sign waiting for you.
Good to know
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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