Best Private Temple Tours in Chiang Mai — Our Top 14

1.Chiang Rai Temples: Private Tour from Chiang Mai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,267 reviews · from $144Our pick

Leave Chiang Mai at 7 a.m. for a private, full-day trip to Chiang Rai with guides such as O, Yut, Tong, and Poon. Visit the White, Blue, and Huay Pla Kang temples plus Wat Sang Kaew Photiyarn, with lunch, entrance fees, water, and hotel pickup included.

“Phoon our driver was great! He kept us up to date on all the history of each location and takes some amazing photos so have no fear ladies! He allowed us to move at our pace and nothing felt rushed. We actually ended the day a little early to fight traffic as the lantern festival was going on and this way he could get rest and we could have some downtime as well. We also dodged tourists so some of these sites felt private when visiting. Great experience overall and would highly recommend taking this tour!”

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2.Doi Suthep Temple and Bau Thong Waterfalls Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · from $109

Spend 7 to 9 hours with a private guide visiting Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Bua Thong Waterfalls, a Karen Long Neck village, and Bai Orchid and Butterfly Farm. Guides such as Yut, Mae, Puma, and Cai tailor the pace, with lunch, admission, and hotel pickup included.

“This tour was amazing! Our tour guide was very informative at the temples , and allowed us as much time as we wanted to climb the waterfall which was so refreshing, and not that hard! The long neck village was also pretty interesting. A+++”

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3.Private Tuk Tuk Tour of City Temples With Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 84 reviews · 4 hours · from $51

See Chiang Mai’s old city by tuk tuk with an English-speaking guide such as Honey, James, or Popcorn. Visit Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Sri Suphan, Tha Phae Gate, and a local market, with temple fees, hotel pickup, water, and carbon offsets included.

“Guide was very knowledgeable and allowed us time to explore and ask questions. Would highly recommend”

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4.One Day Tour Chiang Rai(White Temple , Blue Temple, Black House) Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · from $156

Travel by private air-conditioned car or minivan from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai with an English-speaking TAT-licensed guide. Visit Mae Khachan Hot Spring, the White Temple, Blue Temple, and Baan Dam Museum, with lunch, water, and hotel transfers included.

“Great guide (Nui) and driver - highly recommend both! He took us to a surprisingly good lunch spot and was very knowledgeable and amusing. We reduced the time in a car for the day by scheduling the tour at the end of our time in Chiang Mai and flying out of Chiang Rai. Not expensive and Nui easily accommodated the change.”

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5.1 day Private Tour to Unseen Temple in Lampang

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · from $138

Leave Chiang Mai for a private day in Lampang Province, visiting Wat Phra That Lampang Luang and the mountaintop Wat Chaloem Phrakiat. Guides such as Tong, Yut, M, Puma, and Jackie have led this outing, which includes lunch, city-center pickup, and time for roughly 300 steps to the sky-high temple.

“I had a wonderful day. My guide, Tong, was fantastic - he even brought fresh made rice crackers for me. He took me to a local market, to a temple where there were horse and carriage rides and to the unseen temple. The unseen temple is at tRead more”

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6.Chiang Mai Private Tour with Tea Plantation, Karen Village, Doi Suthep

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $126

Spend eight hours with a private guide such as Yut, Puma, or Mia, visiting a tea plantation, Karen Long Neck Village, Doi Suthep, and Bai Orchid and Butterfly Farm. Hotel pickup, lunch, entrance fees, and local guidance are included, with time for mountain views and cultural questions.

“A wonderful, varied, day out. Our guide, Yut, did a great job as driver and guide. He was extremely knowledgable and we learnt a lot. He was also an amazing host with cold water, cold wipes and even snacks for us. Doi Sutep was stunning, altRead more”

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7.Chiang Rai Temples ( White,Blue )And Doi Suthep Private Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $143

Travel from Chiang Mai to Doi Suthep, Wat Rong Khun, and Wat Rong Seur Ten on a private day tour with pickup, temple admission, local lunch, and a guide such as Mr. Tong. The long day suits you if time is short and you want three major temples in one outing.

“Mr. Tong was a knowledgeable and entertaining guide. One of the best experiences I have had on a tour. The snacks were appreciated and willingness to share his stories with us added to the day.”

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8.Hike on Monk’s Trail and Doi Suthep Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 22 reviews · 4 hours · from $57

You’ll hike the forested Monk’s Trail to peaceful Wat Pha Lat, then ride up to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep with an English- or Chinese-speaking guide. This private four-hour tour includes hotel pickup, temple fees, cable car ticket, water, and a return ride to Chiang Mai.

“We had a wonderful experience! Twotwo was very knowledgeable and spoke excellent English. The tour felt very private, relaxed, and well-organised from start to finish. We learned a lot and never felt rushed. Highly recommend!”

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9.Private-Tour Doi Suthep Temple and Khun Chang Kien Village Half-Day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · from $87

Start with Chiang Mai’s golden Doi Suthep, then ride an open truck to Khun Chang Kien Hmong village. Your English-speaking guide explains Buddhist customs, village life, and Hmong history. Tui has received special praise for his clear explanations. Central hotel pickup, temple admission, tea, coffee, and water are included.

“It was fantastic ! Tui was our guide and he was extremely knowledgeable about the village and the temple . He explained the Buddhist monks and their teachings, rituals, and how the region transpired. I give it and him a 12/10 !!!”

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10.Private Transfer to Chiang Mai with Temples Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 11 reviews · 1 day

Travel privately from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai with an English-speaking guide, stopping at the Black House, Blue Temple, White Temple, and Wiang Pa Pao Hot Spring. Guides such as Eddie and Kear can adjust the day, explain the art, take photos, and keep the long mountain drive comfortable.

“La visita de hoy ha sido fantástica. Kear ha sido muy atento a todas nuestras necesidades y se ha adaptado a nosotros para hacernos disfrutar lo máximo posible. Ha demostrado saber mucho sobre todos los sitios que hemos visitado y soluciones a las situaciones que la lluvia ha podido ir creando por el camino. Sin duda ha sido un guía y conductor fantástico, muy educado y que recomendamos gratamente.”

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11.Half Day Chiang Mai City Temples & Museum Tour – Group or Private

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $37

Spend four hours visiting Wat Phra Singh, Wat Chiang Man, Wat Chedi Luang, and Chiang Mai City Arts and Cultural Centre. Your guide explains the temples and Chiang Mai’s past while an air-conditioned minivan handles the city streets. Group size may be small, and low-season bookings can become private tours.

“A great half day tour, to experience the tranquillity and craftsmanship of a number of temples throughout Chiang Mai Our guide was very knowledgeable, our driver the best”

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12.Private : Sticky Waterfall & Secret Temple & Karen Village.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 5 hours · from $64

From Chiang Mai, your private guide takes you to a Karen village, Bua Thong Sticky Waterfalls, and a quiet cave temple. Kiki, Chris, or May may lead the day, with time for a limestone climb, a short forest walk, local lunch, and optional swimming.

“We had a great day with Kiki. Very kind and informative, a great driver and took us to the best khao soi in Chiang Mai. So lovely to have a local as a guide.”

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13.4 top temples in Chiangmai & Chiangrai. (Private day trip)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $27Best value

Leave Chiang Mai at 6:30 a.m. for a private, art-focused day trip to Doi Suthep, Chiang Rai’s White and Blue Temples, and the Black House. Expect a long road day, lunch, hotel pickup if selected, and guides such as Meaw or Lek.

“This was a wonderful experience and visit unique temples and the amazing museum of Duchanee…very interesting jewel. The guide was very knowledgeable and explain a lot about Thai customs and religion and give us the opportunity to give some gifts to the monks. A full day full of great moments”

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14.The Best Chiang Mai City Private Tour: Famous Temples & Viewpoint

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $97

You’ll visit Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, and peaceful Wat Pha Lat with a private English-speaking guide and air-conditioned transport. Guides such as Amy, Gong, Mr Noon, and Oh La La have led this experience. Entrance fees and bottled water are included, but lunch is not.

“Amy was fantastic. Knowledgeable, friendly and created a very good balance for the day. Thank you so much!”

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