Best Activities & Tours in Chiang Rai

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Discover the best activities & tours in Chiang Rai, Thailand. Home to the White Temple, Golden Triangle, and hill tribe villages Whether you're planning your first visit or returning to explore more, our curated selection highlights the top-rated activities & tours that Chiang Rai has to offer, complete with ratings, reviews, and practical visitor information.

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Sunny Chiang Rai Private Driver & VIP Service

5.0(77)

511 Tambon Rim Kok, เมือง Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57100, Thailand

A private driver-guide who'll rebuild the day around you, which beats any minibus tour of the north.

Scorpions Tours

5.0(406)

595, 2 Phaholyothin Rd, Tambon Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

Highly regarded Chiang Rai tour operator offering full-day guided excursions to 7+ regional highlights.

Chiangrai Addy Tour

5.0(29)

396 4 ซอยอุุมาเทวี Tambon Rop Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

A locally run tour operator in Chiang Rai offering personalized guided experiences across the region.

Chai Machete Tours

5.0(89)

1012/3 Jetyod Rd, Tambon Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

Chiang Rai jungle trekking tours led by expert local guides who bring the wilderness to life.

Jttt-Travel

5.0(144)

891/12 Tambon Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

Chiang Rai tour operator running guided temple, trekking, and cultural day tours with knowledgeable local guides.

Black Dragon Tours

5.0(132)

79/207 Tambon Rop Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

Chiang Rai-based tour operator running private and group day trips to temples, hill tribes, and the Golden Triangle.

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Agence francophone The wonders of Chiang Rai Tours

5.0(45)

86.moo27 tambon, Tambon Huai Sak, ampho muang, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

A French-speaking tour agency offering authentic, off-the-beaten-path excursions around Chiang Rai.

Trip Corner Travel & Transportation

5.0(82)

595, 1 Phaholyothin Rd, Muang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

A walk-in tour desk on Phaholyothin Road that can put a private day trip together the same morning.

HER Tour and Car Service ( Chiangrai Guide - driver) Dao Raya.

5.0(35)

197/33 Tambon Ban Du, เมือง Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57100, Thailand

A private guide-and-driver setup for Chiang Rai, built around your plan rather than a fixed route.

MOONG TOUR

5.0(89)

55 Tambon Pa O Don Chai, เมือง Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

A highly regarded small-group tour operator based in Chiang Rai, known for knowledgeable and engaging guides.

Akha Kitchen Thai Cooking Class

5.0(156)

143, 4, Tambon Rop Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

Hands-on Thai cooking classes in Chiang Rai, rooted in Akha culinary traditions and fresh local ingredients.

Cooking With Ann ( Chiang Rai Cooking Class )

5.0(246)

73 Moo 20 ถนน Sahamit, Tambon Rop Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

A hands-on Thai cooking class in Chiang Rai featuring market tours and personalized instruction with Ann.

Lanna Home Cooking Class

5.0(38)

300 Tambon Nang Lae, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

A home kitchen in Nang Lae where the cooking is Northern Thai, not the usual pad thai circuit.

Coconuts Tours and Bar

4.9(136)

1016, 2 Jetyod Rd, Tambon Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

A well-regarded tour operator and bar on Jetyod Road, specializing in jungle treks and village stays near Chiang Rai.

Japa Tour Company

4.9(56)

608 2, Tambon Mae Yao, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57100, Thailand

A flexible, highly regarded tour agency offering jungle treks, cultural experiences, and private transfers across Chiang Rai.

Lanna trek

4.9(181)

384 Numlad Soi 15 Maefa Luang Road T. Rimkok, ตำบลริมกก Amphoe Muang, เชียงราย 57100, Thailand

Guided trekking tours through Chiang Rai's hill country, visiting traditional communities and scenic mountain terrain.

Chiang Rai Lanna Tours

4.9(49)

78 ม.18 ซอย2/1 ถ Soi Sanpanard, Tambon Rop Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

A highly regarded private tour operator offering personalized day trips and guided experiences across Chiang Rai.

SO GOOD AIRLINE SERVICE AND TRAVEL

4.9(243)

1005 Jetyod Rd, Tambon Robwiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

Chiang Rai travel agency specializing in slow boat trips to Laos, temple tours, and northern Thailand packages.

Bamboo tours

4.9(241)

70 Soi Sanpanard, Tambon Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

Highly regarded Chiang Rai tour operator offering guided treks, waterfall day trips, and cultural village tours.

Chiang Rai Bicycle Tour

4.9(90)

222/6 Phoemphun Villa Moo 3 Thasai Tambon Tha Sai, เมือง Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

Guided cycling tours through Chiang Rai's countryside, visiting temples, tea plantations, and the Golden Triangle.

Elephant Steps Chiang Rai - Ethical elephant sanctuary

4.9(296)

Moobaan Maepeang Soi, 2, Tambon Thakaopuek, อำเภอแม่จัน เชียงราย 57110, Thailand

A rescue elephant sanctuary in Chiang Rai where small groups spend the day with elephants in forested surroundings.

Suwannee Thai Cooking Class Chiangrai

4.9(169)

654 หมู่1 หัวฝาย ซอย 6 Tambon Rop Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

Hands-on Thai cooking classes in Chiang Rai, teaching authentic recipes in a welcoming, small-group setting.

Hidden Gem

LOMA Adventure Playground

4.9(73)

VRMJ+25F, Phaholyothin Rd, Tambon Tha Sai, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

A family-friendly indoor playground and cafe in Chiang Rai where kids can climb, play, and eat well.

Ban Chaownang

4.9(197)

Uttarakit, Tambon Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand

Lanna cotton weaving studio in central Chiang Rai offering authentic hands-on textile experiences.

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The best months for Chiang Rai are November – February, and the rainy season runs May – October.