Chiang Mai Walking Tour of Temples With Former Monk (Part 1)

Tourists visiting Wat Phra Singh in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Experience the spiritual and historical heart of Chiang Mai. Led by a former monk, this is a guided 3-hour walking tour of Chiang Mai’s most revered temples. Together we’ll explore sacred sites, uncover hidden stories, and gain insights into Buddhist philosophy from a former monk’s perspective.

This walking tour offers a sustainable way to explore the city, with a focus on reducing carbon emissions and promoting responsible tourism.

We offer daily tours, starting at the Three Kings Monument at 9 a.m.

Tour price:

$20.00/Pax

Highlights of this walking tour:

  • Deepen your understanding of Buddhism: Learn about the history, philosophy, and practices of Buddhism through this guided tours led by a former monk.

  • Experience sacred sites: Visit ancient Chiang Mai temples, monasteries, and pilgrimage sites, and witness the beauty and significance of Buddhist architecture and art.

  • Connect with local culture: Immerse yourself in the local culture, customs, and traditions of Buddhist communities around the world.

  • Promote mindfulness and well-being: Engage in mindfulness practices, meditation, and experience a sense of peace and tranquility.

  • Increased sense of purpose: Connecting with a deeper meaning in life and finding inspiration in the teachings of the Buddha.

Tour Agenda

  • Wat Inthakhin: The original site of Chiang Mai’s city pillar, located at the very heart of Chiang Mai’s Old City.

  • Wat Phra Sing: One of Chiang Mai’s most stunning temples, dating back to the 14th century. This temple features intricate mosaics, gilded pagodas, and the revered Lion Buddha statue.

  • Wat Phan Tao: A unique Lanna-style temple built entirely from teakwood, once a throne hall for King Mahotara Prateth.

  • Wat Chedi Luang: Home to Chiang Mai’s largest stupa, a breathtaking structure that once housed the Emerald Buddha.

Tour Includes:

  • English-speaking guide holding a TAT license

  • Travel accident insurance

Tour Excludes:

  • Personal expenses

  • Any tickets or admission fees of Wat Chedi Luang (50 Thai Baht) and Wat Phra Singh (50 Thai Baht entrance fee for foreigners)

Wat Phra Singh, the home of Phra Buddha Sihing
Monks in the temple giving visitors blessing bracelets
A visitors pays respect to Buddha Sihing at Wat Phra Singh in Chiang Mai
Two tourists are posing and taking a picture in the front of the Buddha statue at Wat Chedi Luang in Chiang Mai
A family taking a picture with the ancient pagoda at Wat Chedi Luang in Chiang Mai
Two tourists taking a picture with Katoon at the front of the Buddha statue, A former monk guide in Chiang Mai
A tourist taking a picture in front of Lanna-style ordination hall in Wat Pan Tao
Two tourist taking a picture with the pagoda in Wat Pan Tao
Tourist guide Katoon is explaining to two tourists in the Lanna-style ordination hall at Wat Pan Tao
A tourist is taking a picture in front of the Buhhda statue at Wat Inthakhin in Chiang Mai