Elephant Care and Prathat Doi Suthep Temple, Hidden Temple and Old City Activity – Private Activity

฿ 9,000 for 2 person

A full-day private activity combining hands-on elephant care with Doi Suthep Temple, the hidden Wat Phalad, and Chiang Mai Old City’s Wat Chedi Luang and the Silver Temple.

Full Day Activity
Approx. 10 hours
Exclusive Private
Up to 9 people
Transportation
Private Minivan
Lunch Included
Local food lunch at the elephant home.
Guide
English-Speaking Guide
Admission Fees
All mention included

Highlight


Hands-On Elephant Care

A unique, ethical elephant care experience — feeding, walking, and bathing the elephants on their own terms.

Doi Suthep & the Hidden Temple

A panoramic view of Chiang Mai from Doi Suthep, followed by the secluded Wat Phalad.

Chiang Mai Old City Temples

Wat Chedi Luang and the striking Silver Temple, Wat Sri Suphan.

Itinerary


07:45
Approx. 1 hour 15 minutes
Meet Your Guide
Meet your tour guide at the hotel lobby.
09:00
Approx. 30 minutes
Elephant Home
Arrive at the elephant home; change clothes and get briefed before meeting the elephants.
09:30
Approx. 2 hours
Elephant Care
Prepare food for the elephants yourself, then feed, observe, and walk with them to the river to bathe them. The elephants are never forced into any activity — if they don't wish to go into the river, that's okay, and this is a shared-group activity.
11:30
Approx. 1 hour
Lunch at the Elephant Home
Walk back with the elephants, change clothes, and have lunch at the elephant home.
12:30
Approx. 1 hour 15 minutes
Leave the Elephant Home
Depart the elephant home and head back toward Chiang Mai.
13:45
Approx. 1 hour 45 minutes
Doi Suthep & Hidden Temple
Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, with its panoramic view over Chiang Mai, followed by the hidden Wat Phalad.
15:30
Approx. 30 minutes
Leave the Temple
Depart Doi Suthep and head to Chiang Mai's Old City.
16:00
Approx. 1 hour 45 minutes
Old City Temples
Visit Wat Chedi Luang, followed by Wat Sri Suphan, the Silver Temple.
17:45
Varies by hotel location
Drop-Off
Arrive back at your hotel.

What included ?

  • Private car/van
  • Tour guide
  • Admission fees
  • Lunch (local food)
  • Clothes (top and bottom) to change into at the elephant home, worn over your underwear

What not included ?

  • Personal expenses
  • Drinks
  • Gratuity (optional)

Q & A

What does the price include?

The 9,000 THB base price for 2 adults includes a private car/van, tour guide, admission fees, lunch, and a change of clothes at the elephant home. Additional adults are 3,000 THB each and children under 10 are 2,000 THB each.

No. The elephants are never forced — if they don’t wish to go into the river to bathe, that’s okay. This is a shared-group activity alongside other guests.

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, the hidden Wat Phalad, Wat Chedi Luang, and Wat Sri Suphan (the Silver Temple) in Chiang Mai’s Old City.

A top and bottom are provided to change into at the elephant home, worn over your own underwear — please bring a change of underwear for afterward.

Yes, since temples are visited. Shorts or a skirt covering the knees is recommended, along with a shirt or T-shirt that is not sleeveless.

What to bring/wear ?

  • Sandals, especially for the elephant activity
  • A change of underwear for after the elephant activity
  • Towel
  • Shorts or a skirt that covers the knees for visiting temples
  • Any kind of shirt/T-shirt (not sleeveless)
  • Rain jacket in case of rain
  • Bug spray, sunscreen, and a hat

Special Notes

  • Please note: the elephants are never forced into any activity, and this is a shared-group experience alongside other guests at the elephant home.
  • Please bring a change of underwear, sandals, and a towel for the elephant activity, and dress appropriately for the temples visited later in the day.
  • Gratuity for your driver/guide is optional and at your discretion.

BOOK THIS ACTIVITY

฿ 9,000 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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