Chiang Rai One Full Day: White Temple, Blue Temple and Golden Triangle

฿ 11,000 for 2 person

A full-day private activity from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, visiting the White Temple, the Blue Temple, and the Golden Triangle with a boat ride along the Mekong River to a local market in Laos.

Full Day Activity
Approx. 13.75 hours
Exclusive Private
Up to 9 people
Transportation
Private Minivan
Meals
Lunch Included
Guide
English-Speaking Guide
Admission Fees
All places mention include & Boat Ride Included

Highlight


The White Temple

A unique, dazzling all-white temple, one of Thailand's most photographed landmarks.

The Golden Triangle & Laos Market

Cross the Mekong River by private boat to a unique local market in Laos.

Discover the Beautiful Blue Temple

Explore Wat Rong Suea Ten, famous for its vibrant blue interior, impressive artwork and magnificent Buddha image.

Itinerary


06:45
Approx. 1 hour 15 minutes
Hotel Pick-Up
Pick up from your hotel in Chiang Mai city center (you may ask your hotel to pack a breakfast to eat in the van).
08:00
Approx. 20 minutes
Chiang Rai Hot Springs
Arrive at the Mae Khajan Hot Springs for a halfway break; a quick local breakfast is available at this stop.
08:20
Approx. 1 hour 30 minutes
Head to the White Temple
Leave the hot springs and continue to the White Temple.
Reflection of Wat Rong Khun in Chiang Rai, Thailand
09:50
Approx. 1 hour
White Temple
Arrive at Wat Rong Khun, a unique temple built entirely in white.
Wat Rong Khun, also known as the White Temple, in Chiang Rai, Thailand
10:50
Approx. 30 minutes
Head to the Blue Temple
Leave the White Temple and continue to the Blue Temple.
11:20
Approx. 1 hour 40 minutes
Blue Temple
Visit Wat Rong Suea Ten, the Blue Temple, then head to the Golden Triangle.
13:00
Approx. 2 hours 30 minutes
Golden Triangle
Arrive at the Golden Triangle where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet; lunch at a local restaurant, then a boat ride along the Mekong River to a local market in Laos, returning to Thailand to visit the Big Buddha image.
15:30
Approx. 5 hours
Return to Chiang Mai
Head back to Chiang Mai; the drive takes about 4.5 hours.
20:30
Varies by hotel location
Drop-Off
Arrive back at your hotel (time approximate, depending on traffic and weather conditions).

What included ?

  • Private car/van
  • Tour guide
  • Admission fees
  • Private boat along the Mekong River
  • Lunch at a local restaurant (food only)

What not included ?

  • Personal expenses
  • Drinks with lunch
  • Gratuity (optional)

Q & A

What does the price include?

The 11,000 THB base price for 2 adults includes a private car/van, tour guide, admission fees, a private boat ride, and lunch. Additional adults are 3,000 THB each and children under 10 are 2,000 THB each.

Yes. A passport is required to cross the Mekong River by boat and visit the local market on the Laos side of the Golden Triangle.

The White Temple (Wat Rong Khun) and the Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten), both in Chiang Rai.

It is a long day — pick-up is at 06:45 and drop-off is around 20:30, with about 4.5 hours of driving on the return leg from the Golden Triangle to Chiang Mai.

Yes, since temples are visited. Gentlemen should have shorts down to the knees and shoulders covered, and ladies should have shorts or a skirt down to the knees and shoulders covered, with no leggings, tight pants, or slit dresses above the knee.

What to bring/wear ?

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Sun hat and sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Camera or phone
  • Cash for personal expenses
  • Please bring your passport in order to visit the Laos market at the Golden Triangle.

Dress code for temple

Gentlemen

short pants down to knees covered and shoulders are covered.

Ladies

short pants or skirt down to knees and shoulders are covered. No legging or tight pants, no slit dress above knees.

Special Notes

  • Please note: this is a long full-day activity (approx. 13.75 hours door-to-door), and a passport is required to visit the Laos market at the Golden Triangle.
  • Please follow the dress code above when visiting the temples; entry may be refused without it.
  • Drop-off time is approximate and depends on traffic and weather conditions.
  • Gratuity for your driver/guide is optional and at your discretion.

BOOK THIS ACTIVITY

฿ 11,000 for 2 person

The base price already includes 2 adults. Add extra adults here at 3,000 THB each.
Child price applies to any child who is under 10 years of age.
Please let us know your hotel name, address, and room number for pickup arrangements.
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