Half Day Tour : Wat Doi Suthep & Phu Ping Palace from Chiang Mai

Discover the ancient Wat Doi Suthep temple and Phu Ping Palace on this half day trip from Chiang Mai. Explore historic monuments in Wat Doi Suthep, enjoy scenic views of Chiang Mai city atop the temple, and visit the royal winter palace was built in1962.
• Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai's most sacred temple
• Gold spire that crowns the temple & can be seen for miles
• Detailed shrines & pagodas that illustrate Thai history
• Insight into the temple's founding from your expert guide
• Delightful gardens with tropical and temperate flowers in bloom at Phu Ping Palace

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Pass By: Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai

From your hotel, take a private vehicle up 3,500 feet (1,069 m) above sea level to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

Stop At: Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Doi Suthep 50200 Thailand

Visit one of Chiang Mai's most sacred temples on this half day tour to the beautiful Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. More commonly referred to as just "Doi Suthep" for the mountain it sits on, the temple is a gorgeous example of Buddhist grandeur and gives insights into Thai culture. From the parking lot, you can reach the temple gates either by climbing 306 steps on foot or by riding a cable car to the top. If you opt to go on foot, begin up the intricately carved Naga Serpent Staircase, which is flanked on either side by enormous, colorful serpent carvings that snake down the mountain.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Doi Suthep-Pui National Park, Huai Kaew Road, Doi Suthep 50200 Thailand

At the top of the mountain, you're greeted by a stunning golden spire that crowns the center of the temple and can be seen for miles around. The spire is surrounded by walls of historical murals, which you can spend time admiring before moving on. Learn the myth of the temple's foundation as you pass the shrine to the white elephant that is said to have brought a relic of the historical Buddha to the temple.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Bhubing Palace, Doi Buak Ha, Su Thep, Chiang Mai 50200 Thailand

After visiting the temple's illustrious shrines and pagodas, learning of Doi Suthep's history on the way, continue to visit Phu Ping Palace, the royal winter palace was built in1962 , it has the delightful gardens with tropical and temperate flowers in bloom for all year. After that make the return trip back down the mountain to end your tour.

Duration: 1 hour



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Children must be accompanied by an adult"
"Please wear comfortable walking shoes"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Free Door To Door Pick up for our tours at the following location with NO CHARGE - City Center Chaingmai District area (3 KM radius) with namely Night Bazaar, Tapae Gate, Chiang Mai Gate, Suan Dok gate, old city , Huay Kaew Road to Ibis Hotel, Nimmana Haeminda Road & Santitham Area"
"You can also join our tours at CHAING MAI METTING PIONTS - Mc Donald at Chiangmai Night Bazaar"
"An additional surcharge for hotel pickup outside 3 miles (5 km) radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity."
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 08:00 AM
Duration: 4 Hours
Start location: 1: McDonald's Night Bazaar Chiang Mai, Changklan Rd, Tambon Chang Khlan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
2: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Traveler pickup is offered
Free Door To Door Pick up for our tours at the following location with NO CHARGE - City Center Chaingmai District area (3 KM radius) with namely Night Bazaar, Tapae Gate, Chiang Mai Gate, Suan Dok gate, old city , Huay Kaew Road to Ibis Hotel, Nimmana Haeminda Road & Santitham Area

You can also join our tours at CHIANG MAI MEETING POINTS - Mc Donald at Chiangmai Night Bazaar

An additional surcharge for hotel pickup outside 3 miles (5 km) radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Professional guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels)
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Entry/Admission - Bhubing Palace
• Entry/Admission - Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

Not Included

• Gratuities
• The listed price does not include a 300THB surcharge for pick up and drop off in hotel outside the city centre (5 km. from the 3 king monument)

Facilities