From Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai White & Blue Temple and Hot Spring Day Tour (Red Temple & Long Neck Village Options)

Ride a van from Chiang Mai
to Chiang Rai's signature temples

Depart around 7 am from your hotel in Chiang Mai's Old City or from the meeting point of your option. This is a join-in tour by 9–12 seat van rather than a bus, usually with about 10–12 guests per group. The drive to Chiang Rai takes about 3 hours one way along winding mountain roads. The vehicles have GPS tracking, and drivers follow safety rules and speed limits.

Take a short break at Mae Kachan Hot Spring

Stop for about 20 minutes at Mae Kachan Hot Spring, a natural hot spring on the road between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, for photos and a rest. It is a sightseeing and rest stop, so swimming is not allowed.

Explore the White, Blue and Red Temples with a guide

Built by Thai artist Chalermchai Kositpipat, the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun) blends traditional Buddhist elements with modern art and is Chiang Rai's most famous landmark. You also visit the Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten), known for its blue architecture and intricate decorations.

Three-temple options also visit the Red Temple (Wat Huay Pla Kang) to admire its unique architecture and peaceful surroundings. Depending on the option, you spend about 45–60 minutes at the White Temple, 25–30 minutes at the Blue Temple and 30–40 minutes at the Red Temple.

Stop at the Long Neck Karen Village and Lalitta Café

Options that include the Long Neck Karen Village spend about 25–30 minutes there. Even with options that do not include village entry, the group may stop at the village for about 30 minutes as scheduled.

Options with Lalitta Café include about 30 minutes to 1 hour of free time at this café decorated with forest and waterfalls. After the tour, return to Chiang Mai by van, arriving around 8–9 pm depending on the option. One-way options do not return to Chiang Mai and drop off at the last stop in Chiang Rai.

※ The itinerary is for reference and may change depending on local conditions.
※ Lunch, entrance fees and pickup differ by option. Please check the option details before booking.