You will begin this fascinating one day tour by taking a Songthaew (local truck) to the old trader community of Wat Gatekaram. After exploring the narrow alleyways and winding pathways passing markets, temples and a vast array of unique 'street life', continue by songthaew to Wiang Kum Kam.
Following a massive flood, the city of Wiang Kum Kam vanished without a trace and for over 200 years became a lost civilisation buried under layers of earth. Explore the main ancient ruined temples by bicycle, before boarding a long-tail boat on the Mae Ping River that will bring you back into the city for lunch.
After lunch, a samlor ride along Thapae Road leads you to Wat Chedi Luang, one of the most spectacular ruins in the old city, where once the famous Emerald Buddha was enshrined. End the day with a tuk-tuk ride to Warorot Market to join the bustle of locals as they buy their fresh food and spices at this popular local market. With your guide hail a songthaew and return to your hotel.
Start planning your tailor-made trip by contacting one of our Thailand specialists
These activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences around where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can suggest tours and activities that will introduce you to the local ways of life.
Elephant experience at ChangChill Elephant Sanctuary
Enjoy an ethical elephant experience at ChangChill sanctuary, where you’ll spend the day with former working elephants. Learn their individual stories as you watch them forage in the forest, play in the mud pit, and chow down on food you’ve prepared for them.
Lisu cultural experience in Chiang Mai province
Get to know the culture of the Lisu people in a day of activities hosted by the community-run Lisu Lodge. Enjoy a bike ride through the rice terraces, raft beside emerald forests, try tea harvesting, and learn about traditional customs at a local village.
See elephants at the Elephant Nature Park
The Elephant Nature Park is a non-profit organisation that advocates and acts on behalf of rights for elephants in Thailand. The park offers visitors a rare experience to get involved with the elephants from an educational perspective.
Thai home life & cooking experience
Learn how to cook like a local at a Thai home near Chiang Mai. You’ll spend the day with your host family, listening to their stories and plucking fresh produce from the garden, before turning it into a feast under their careful guidance.
You can enjoy this activity as part of the suggested tours below, or we can weave it into a trip shaped entirely around you.
