Suggested Chiang Rai Itineraries

Chiang Rai is a very small town. You can see most of the sights of the city in one day. The town's main attraction is as a base for exploring the far north. Here are some suggestions for a short visit to Chiang Rai:

Day 1 - City Tour: Start at Wat Prathat Doi Tong,
proceed to Wat Ngam Muang,
then on to Wat Phra Kaeo.
A side-trip to the town's market can make an interesting diversion.
Move on to Wat Phra Singh,
and then down to Wat Kland Wiang.
If you've still got energy, you might also visit the Hill-tribe Museum.
Day 2 - Golden Triangle: A visit to the Golden triangle is the reason most people come to the far north. There isn't a lot to see or do at the triangle itself, so most day trips to the area take in either the border town of Mae Sai or the ancient city of Chiang Saen.

Day Trips

You can generally book day trips to the Golden Triangle through hotel tour desks, or independent travel agents in town. In addition to the Golden Triangle, other popular trips include Doi Tung and a visit to hill-tribe villages.

Of course, the best way to ensure that you get the trip you want, and with a reputable tour operator, is to book in advance through an online agency such Viator, which offers a range of half-day and full day tours around Chiang Rai province. The following trips are currently available out of Chiang Rai:

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	4WD Adventure Trace of The Opium Trail - Chiang Rai	N/A
	Explore the many picturesque and unexplored sites off the beaten track in Thailand's north by 4WD vehicle. Journey along dirt roads and jungle-shrouded tracks in rugged jeeps to visit colorful hilltribe villages, learn about the infamous history of the Golden Triangle and enjoy the scenic beauty of this mountainous area on this Chiang Rai day trip. More information & booking »
	Best of Chiang Rai - 4 Days / 3 Nights	N/A
	Our Chiang Rai and the Far North tour offers a great itinerary for visitors who would like to site see and learn more about this region of Thailand and its Golden Triangle neighbors. You will explore Chiang Rai and get a chance to visit a hill tribe museum. Board a boat and cruise through border towns on the Mekong River and behold ancient ruins in the area in this northern Thailand tour. More information & booking »
	Chiang Rai Hill Tribe Adventure - Chiang Rai	N/A
	Spend a day venturing through unspoiled natural landscapes, ancient religious sites and exotic hill tribe cultures in Chiang Rai province. Visit an old monk's cave, glide down river on a long-tailed boat, trek through the lush forest on an elephant and encounter exotic hilltribe cultures. Fusing nature discovery with cultural immersion, this Chiang Rai day trip promises a memorable day out in Thailand's northernmost province. More information & booking »
	Discover Northern Thailand - 6 Days / 5 Nights	N/A
	The Discover Northern Thailand tour offers you the opportunity to explore the beauty of the area with visits to ancient temples and the Golden Triangle. The mountainous area will bring cooler climates when compared to the rest of the country which should make visits to agricultural sites and hill tribe villages in Northern Thailand comfortable. More information & booking »
	Luxury Tented Camp Adventures - 4 Days / 3 Nights	N/A
	Exotissimo's Thailand Luxury Tented Camp Adventures lets you camp within the mountainous Thai wilderness in the elegant and exclusive custom-built tents at the Four Seasons Tented Camp in Chiang Rai. From there you will participate in smooth canoe trips, rumble through the jungle on an elephant, trek through the varied land, and relax at a spa or a Thai massage. More information & booking »

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