Chiang Rai White Temple, Blue Temple, Black House from Chiang Mai
Visit the White Temple or Wat Rong Khun, a modern architectural masterpiece built by a local artist to gain immortal life
Take a break at the Blue Temple, built on a site where tigers jumped over the river
Get chilled to the bone at the Black House, called a “dark, mysterious, and almost sadistic” representation of hell
A TripGuru Signature Experience: curated, solo travel friendly, small group (max 9)
Have the option to upgrade your transportation options
Have the option to visit the White Temple and the famous Golden Triangle and learn about its wild history
Last-minute booking is available for the meeting point option
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Mae Khachan Hot Spring, Mae Chedi Mai, Wiang Pa Pao 57260 Thailand
Before we begin temple sightseeing, we’ll break up the long three-hour drive at the Mae Khachan Hot Spring to relax, dip our feet in the steaming mineral water, maybe eat a snack, or walk around the surrounding gardens.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Wat Rong Khun, Lahaul-Spiti Pa O Don Chai Subdistrict, Chiang Rai 57000 Thailand
We’ll then move on to the main attraction: the White Temple. If you’re looking for ancient ruins, you might be surprised to find a modern architectural masterpiece designed and built by local artist Chaloemchai Khositphiphat. He was rumored to have spent over THB 40 million of his own money to create this unconventional art exhibit to gain immortal life! After exploring this local wonder, we’ll have a quick lunch before heading to our next stop...
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Wat Rong Seur Ten (Blue Temple), 306, Moo 2 Maekok Rd Rim Kok, Chiang Rai 57100 Thailand
The Blue Temple or Wat Rong Seua Ten literally translates to ‘temple of the dancing tiger.’ It was built on a site where tigers were said to have jumped over the river.
(Not included if Golden Triangle option is selected)
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Baan Dam Museum, 333 Moo 13, Nang Lae, Chiang Rai 57100 Thailand
If the White Temple was meant to be a stairway to heaven, the Black House has been called a “dark, mysterious, and almost sadistic” representation of hell, complete with preserved animals and a collection of bones.
Built by Thailand national artist Thawan Duchanee (who incidentally was the mentor of Chaloemchai, the White Temple guy), the Baan dam Museum (Black House) is a cluster of nearly 40 small shadowy structures exhibiting art dating back to the Ayutthaya period. This is truly something the likes of which we’ll never see anywhere else!
Looking to make your road trip to Chiang Rai even more comfortable- You can choose to upgrade your transportation to a premium and more spacious Alphard. This ensures bigger and more comfortable seats, less people in one van (maximum of 4 people), and free snacks, cool towels, and soft drinks.
You can opt for a private tour option to visit the White Temple and Golden Triangle (instead of the Blue Temple and Black House).
Duration: 4 hours
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"The distance from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai is approximately 172 km one-way. Kindly be prepared for a long drive (roughly 3 hours one-way)."
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Start Time:
07:30 AM
Duration: 12 Hours
Start location: McDonald's Im Thapae, 17/1 Kotchasarn Rd, Tambon Chang Khlan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
Traveler pickup is offered
FOR SMALL GROUPS
• Enjoy free pick-up and drop-off only for small group tour customers located in the central city of Chiang Mai (within 2km radius of Tha Pae Gate) and the surrounding areas of the Old City Wall in Chiang Mai Province including Chang Klan Road, Thapae Road, Wualai Road in zones of the Night Bazaar, Ton Lam Yai Market, and Kad Luang.
• The exact pickup time depends on customers’ respective locations.
• The driver will contact you the evening before your activity date to confirm the exact pickup time. Please check your email for the update.
FOR PRIVATE TOURS
• Your accommodation in major areas of downtown Chiang Mai within a 5 km radius of the Tha Pae Gate (Chiang Mai City area), the Old City Wall in Chiang Mai province, and the surrounding areas of the Old City Wall in Chiang Mai province including Chang Klan Road, Thapae Road, Wualai Road in the zones of the Night Bazaar, Ton Lam Yai Market, and Warorot Market (Kad Luang). Your tour guide will be holding a TripGuru sign waiting for you at the hotel lobby.
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.