The 15 Best Chiang Rai Temple Tours

1.Chiang Rai Temples and Golden Triangle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,770 reviews · 1 day · from $76Our pick

Travel in a small group of up to 12 from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai with an English or Thai-speaking guide. Visit the White Temple, Blue Temple, Baan Dam, Mae Khachan hot spring, Long Neck Karen Village, and Golden Triangle, with lunch, admission, hotel transfers, and a boat ride included. Guides such as Bee, Anna, Nine, and MM are often praised for clear explanations and care.

“It was so nice ! If I change something I will change the root and I will make it reverse because the return of golden triangle will full day on the temples are 4 around four hours and feel so sleepy in mini bus”

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2.Iconic Temples & 7 Major Sites—River View Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 692 reviews · 10 hours · from $37Cheapest good one

Travel in a small group of up to nine with an English-speaking guide such as Mai, Big, or Gap. Visit Chiang Rai’s seven major sights, eat a local Thai buffet, taste Oolong tea, and finish at the Golden Triangle. The day runs about 10 hours, with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, water, and insurance included.

“Despite it being a long day with a lot to see, we had a great time. Big was a great and knowledgeable guide. He was able to answer all and any questions with a great sense of humour. Mr Young was an excellent driver, very careful and patient. We felt very save with him in the driver's seat. Both of them were very attentive to us all and made a fab team. Overall it was a great day and we saw some pretty unique sites.”

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3.White, Blue, Red Temples, Long Neck Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 652 reviews · from $57

Spend a full day traveling from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai with an English or Thai-speaking guide. Visit Mae Khachan Hot Springs, Long Neck Karen Village, Wat Rong Khun, Wat Rong Suea Ten, and Huay Pla Kang Temple. Guides such as Goi, Bee, Paul, and Koi are known for clear explanations and friendly help. Lunch, transfers, entry fees, and water are included.

“Really good day out to see all the temple’s , really lovely guide Paul he was amazing , really long travel times as said in the description. But completely worth it.”

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4.Famous Temples and Golden Triangle Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 115 reviews · 1 day · from $57

Travel from Chiang Rai to the White Temple, Wat Huay Pla Kang, Black House, Blue Temple, and Golden Triangle. You may also visit Mae Sai, a tea plantation, Chiang Saen, or a Karen village, depending on the selected tour. English-speaking guides such as Bank, Mew, Mos, and Ra have earned praise for friendly, flexible guiding.

“The guide and the driver were fantastic. They had a great sense of humour and provided lots of information about each place. The lunch was delicious and we were given some happy water too haha. The stops were great (White temple, Blue temple, Black House, Long Neck Village, Choi Fong tea plantation, Mai Sai, Golden Triangle, Opium Museum). Although I was initially frustrated, as the company told me specifically by email that we visit Chiang Saen but on the day the guides said that it's not part of the itinerary. However, they were so helpful as they added it onto the itinerary at the end for me, which was very,…”

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5.Half Day Tour – 3 Famous Temples & Lalita Cafe’

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · 5 hours · from $57Best reviewed

This five-hour small-group tour visits Wat Rong Khun, Wat Rong Suea Ten, Wat Huay Pla Kang, and Lalita Café from Chiang Rai. Guides such as Bank, Poppy, and Gap explain Buddhist art and local customs in clear English, allow free time, and often help with photos. Choose tour-only or an all-inclusive ticket option.

“Great tour with Bank today. Arrival on time, very nice transportation. Relaxed and very informative”

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6.3 Temples, Long Neck Village & Lalitta Café

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 63 reviews · 12 hours · from $69

Travel from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai by air-conditioned van, stopping at Mae Kachan Hot Spring, Long Neck Village, the White Temple, Blue Temple, Big Buddha, and Lalitta Café. English-speaking guides such as Goi, Bee, and Paul bring the sights to life. Expect a beautiful but very long day, with about three hours of driving each way.

“Our tour guide, Bee, was so sweet. She was friendly and helpful. She took excellent care of everyone and everything. She spoke excellent English. The temples and transportation were excellent, but it was very crowded due to the festival. This tour would be even more enjoyable on a non-festive date.”

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7.3 Temples and Golden Triangle 1 Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 37 reviews · from $68

This long day from Chiang Mai visits Chiang Rai’s White, Blue, and Black Temples, Long Neck Karen Village, Mae Khachan Hot Springs, and the Golden Triangle by boat. English-speaking guides such as Bee and MM lead the trip, with lunch, entry fees, transport, water, and accident insurance included.

“Bee, our guide is very profetional and the tour is interesting”

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8.Photos of traditional Thai costumes,White Temple

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 26 reviews · 2 hours · from $80

Meet at Season Café or Lan Mai Hom across from Chiang Rai’s White Temple, choose a Thai costume, have your hair styled, then work with an English-speaking photographer for two hours around the temple grounds. Mint, Tan, and Ton are praised for friendly help, pose guidance, and finding quieter photo spots. Bring your own makeup and pay the 100 THB temple fee.

“It was a good experience here , as photographer and stuff all were very good and they took good pictures . It’s bit a sunny day here but it’s still okay and adjustable .”

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9.Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai: 3 Temples & Hot Springs & Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 22 reviews

Travel from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai by air-conditioned minibus with an English-speaking guide, stopping at the White Temple, Blue Temple, Black House and Mae Khachan hot springs. A Thai buffet lunch, hotel pickup within 6 kilometers and entrance fees are included. The Long Neck Karen Village is optional and costs extra.

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10.From Chiang Rai 3 Temples & Golden Triangle &Tea Plantation

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 20 reviews

Spend a full day touring Chiang Rai’s White Temple, Blue Temple, and Black House before heading to the Golden Triangle, Karen Hilltribe Village, tea plantation, and Opium Museum. A private English-speaking guide leads a small group of up to 10, with lunch, water, transport, and city-center pickup included. Standard entry fees are extra.

“It was really cool. I would skip the opium museum and go to other place instead but overall it was a nice experience”

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11.3 Temples & Golden Triangle with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 17 reviews

Spend a long day touring Chiang Rai’s modern temples, from the dazzling White Temple to the Blue Temple and unusual Black House. Continue to the Golden Triangle, where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet. Optional Karen village and boat trips add culture and river views. Hotel pickup, lunch, water, an English-speaking guide, and air-conditioned transport are included.

“We saw the temples that are a must-see in Thailand. Everything was perfect, except that the transportation was uncomfortable for such a long trip. I recommend a one-day trip to see all these sights in one day.”

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12.Chiang Rai Red, White, and Blue Temples day tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 15 reviews · 12 hours · from $40

Travel from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai by air-conditioned van for a 12-hour day of striking temples, a hot spring stop, Thai lunch, fruit, and bottled water. The White Temple is the visual star, while the Blue Temple and Huay Pla Kang add bold color and Chinese-Lanna design. Hotel pickup is available downtown, and the Long Neck Karen Village visit is optional.

“L’excursion à Chiang Rai a été exceptionnelle ! Notre guide était extrêmement gentille, à l’écoute et très professionnelle. Elle a pris le temps d’expliquer chaque étape de la visite avec beaucoup de clarté et de passion, ce qui a rendu l’expérience très enrichissante. J’ai particulièrement apprécié son attitude avenante et sa personnalité chaleureuse qui ont vraiment contribué à rendre cette journée mémorable. Je recommande vivement cette excursion !”

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13.Private trip Chiang Rai Day trip, White Temple, Blue temple

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 13 reviews · 12 hours - 1 day

This private 12-hour car trip takes you from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai with an English-speaking driver. Visit Mae Khachan Hot Spring, Wat Rong Khun, Wat Rong Suea Ten, Lalita Café, and Huay Pla Kang Temple. Drivers such as Tom, Pimnara, and Sunny have helped with photos, temple stops, and flexible timing, but this is transport with assistance, not a full guided tour.

“Great Experience, we can organize our trip and the driver is very accomodating with the change of plans”

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14.Temple Treasures & Popular Sightseeings (Buffet)

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 10 reviews · from $49

Spend a full day touring Chiang Rai in a small group of up to 10 people. Visit the White and Blue Temples, Black House, Choui Fong Tea Farm, Kayan Village, House of Opium, and Golden Triangle, with an English-speaking guide, city pickup, and Thai buffet lunch.

“Unforgettable Experience with Scorpions Tour Agency Our tour of Chiang Rai with Scorpions Tour Agency was truly exceptional. From the breathtaking Golden Triangle to the stunning Blue Temple, White Temple, and Black House, every stop was a feast for the senses. The visit to the Karen Long Neck Tribe village was deeply enriching, offering a respectful glimpse into their culture, while the serene tea plantation tour provided a perfect moment of tranquility. A special thanks to our guide, Oui, whose knowledge, warmth, and attention to detail made the entire experience seamless and unforgettable. We highly recommend Scorpions Tour Agency for a perfect mix of culture, history, and natural beauty ...”

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15.Excursion White, Blue,Red Temples & Lalitta Café

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 9 reviews · 11 - 12 hours · from $59

Travel from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai by air-conditioned van for a full day of striking temples, a Thai buffet lunch, Mae Kachan Hot Spring, and forest-themed Lalitta Café. Guides such as Goi, Bee, and MM have led departures, though English ability may vary. Expect about three hours each way and busy temple grounds.

“Amazing trip, highly recommend! Our guide, Goi, was lovely ☺️ Very friendly, chatty and told us alot about the places we visited and about Buddhist culture in Thailand. All temples are beautiful and well worth the drive. It's a long day but the stops and variety of visits makes up for it. Thank you Goi for a great trip!”

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