Doi Suthep Temple and Bau Thong Waterfalls Private Tour

This private day trip covers two of Chiang Mai’s signature stops: Doi Suthep at 1,073 metres, reached by the 306-step naga staircase, and the Bua Tong Sticky Waterfall, where mineral deposits leave the limestone grippy enough to climb barefoot. A private driver-guide runs the day, with hotel pickup and drop-off included and a group cap of 15 per booking.

The order runs waterfall first, while the morning’s still cool, then the temple, then a buffet lunch at an orchid farm before the drive back. Bottled water, lunch, and entrance fees at both stops are included in the price.

Insider Tip: Bring shoes you don’t mind getting wet for the waterfall climb, then dry off before the temple — Doi Suthep’s dress code (covered shoulders and knees) applies whether or not you’ve just been scrambling up rock barefoot.

Rated 5.0 from 119 reviews, running 7 to 9 hours door to door.