Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Spiritual Sunrise Tour with Ex-monk Guide in Chiang Mai
by Untouched Thailand
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Wat Phra That Doi Suthep stands on a mountain peak overlooking Chiang Mai and is one of the city’s most important landmarks. This early morning bus tour starts around 5:00 a.m. to visit the temple at sunrise when it is quiet and monks are chanting and receiving alms. Visitors can enjoy the temple’s golden pagoda and panoramic views of Chiang Mai city and surrounding mountains while the sun rises. After visiting Doi Suthep, the tour includes a local breakfast featuring dishes such as Khao Soi, noodles, Pad Thai, chicken rice, or other traditional Thai breakfast options. The guide on this tour is a former monk who provides explanations about Thai culture and spiritual practices. Following breakfast, the tour continues with visits to two meditation temples: Wat Pha Lat, a hidden jungle temple, and Wat Umong, known for its peaceful surroundings and unique meditation environment. The entire tour lasts about 5 hours and includes hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water, all entrance fees, and a professional tourist guide. Gratuities and personal expenses are not included.
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Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
The tour departs early between 5:00 and 5:10 a.m. for a drive up the mountain to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a key landmark in Chiang Mai. The temple is visited at dawn when it is quiet, allowing visitors to hear monks chanting and observe alms offerings. The temple’s golden pagoda can be seen, and a viewing platform offers wide views of Chiang Mai city and surrounding mountains at sunrise. After the temple visit, a traditional Chiang Mai breakfast is served, including dishes like Khao Soi, noodles, Pad Thai, or chicken rice.
60 min
Wat Pha Lat
The tour visits Wat Pha Lat, a hidden jungle temple located near Doi Suthep. This stop lasts about 40 minutes and offers a peaceful atmosphere away from crowds.
40 min
Wat Umong
Wat Umong is a meditation temple in Chiang Mai known for its tranquil setting. Visitors spend around 40 minutes here to enjoy the calm environment and unique meditation features.
40 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Spiritual Sunrise Tour with Ex-monk Guide in Chiang Mai
by Untouched Thailand
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$129.24Overview
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep stands on a mountain peak overlooking Chiang Mai and is one of the city’s most important landmarks. This early morning bus tour starts around 5:00 a.m. to visit the temple at sunrise when it is quiet and monks are chanting and receiving alms. Visitors can enjoy the temple’s golden pagoda and panoramic views of Chiang Mai city and surrounding mountains while the sun rises. After visiting Doi Suthep, the tour includes a local breakfast featuring dishes such as Khao Soi, noodles, Pad Thai, chicken rice, or other traditional Thai breakfast options. The guide on this tour is a former monk who provides explanations about Thai culture and spiritual practices. Following breakfast, the tour continues with visits to two meditation temples: Wat Pha Lat, a hidden jungle temple, and Wat Umong, known for its peaceful surroundings and unique meditation environment. The entire tour lasts about 5 hours and includes hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water, all entrance fees, and a professional tourist guide. Gratuities and personal expenses are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
The tour departs early between 5:00 and 5:10 a.m. for a drive up the mountain to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a key landmark in Chiang Mai. The temple is visited at dawn when it is quiet, allowing visitors to hear monks chanting and observe alms offerings. The temple’s golden pagoda can be seen, and a viewing platform offers wide views of Chiang Mai city and surrounding mountains at sunrise. After the temple visit, a traditional Chiang Mai breakfast is served, including dishes like Khao Soi, noodles, Pad Thai, or chicken rice.
60 min
Wat Pha Lat
The tour visits Wat Pha Lat, a hidden jungle temple located near Doi Suthep. This stop lasts about 40 minutes and offers a peaceful atmosphere away from crowds.
40 min
Wat Umong
Wat Umong is a meditation temple in Chiang Mai known for its tranquil setting. Visitors spend around 40 minutes here to enjoy the calm environment and unique meditation features.
40 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.