Chiang Mai
Northern Thailand, with its temperate climate, mountainous terrain and colorful mix of hill-tribe peoples, is a very special destination for all travelers. Located 700 km north of Bangkok overland, Chiang Mai is Thailand’s second most important city, and the heart of this historic and beautiful region.
Northern hospitality opens its arms to visitors as they walk among the old wooden temples and two-story houses of the ancient walled city. Wind your way along a steep mountain road to Wat Prathat Doi Suthep for a magnificent view of the entire valley. And don’t forget to ring the bells for good luck!
This region is home to many minority villages with intriguing traditional ways of life. The exquisite weaving and handicrafts worn, traded and sold by the villagers are typified by rugged quality and unique design. There are also a number of local handicrafts that make Chiang Mai an interesting shopping destination also.
The city is yet cosmopolitan and offers all what western visitors can demand, including movies, restaurants, shopping malls, international schools, museums, cultural places and a wide selection of hotels and accommodation of all categories. Chiangmai is today one of the favorite destination in South East Asia, for all kind of travelers.
It is obvious that Chiang Mai’s surrounding valleys and mountains offers a range of great adventure opportunities!
… and many more reasons to have chosen Chiang Mai as ActiveThailand’s Head Quarter and home!
Have a look at our exciting tour selection below:
Cycling
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Northern Thailand Mountain Biking 4 days / 3 nights
Join us and experience our most popular mountain bike route over four days of great cycling from the hills of Chiang Dao to the Maekok river. Discover small villages and the ethnic hill tribes of Northern Thailand. Cycle through scenic area with plenty of exciting trails and sights.
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Riding the Hills of Chiang Dao 3 days / 2 nights
Experience fascinating landscape and intense off-road trails of orobably the greatest mountain bike loop in the area. Discover small hill tribe villages and pristine rural life. A great trip for experienced mountain bikers. Pure biking fun — no elephant camps, no bamboo rafts.
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Cycling Adventure from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai 3 days / 2 nights
A fully-guided cycling trip from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, north Thailand. Experience great riding, varied landscapes, scenic rivers and challenging trails on this adventure trip. Discover small hill tribes villages, caves, jungle, rivers and take a glimpse at Northern Thailand pristine rural life.
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Family Mountain Biking Adventure in Chiang Dao 2 days / 1 night
A great mountain-biking trip in the hills of Chiangdao. Follow your guide which will help you discover abundant nature, impressive caves, small hill tribes villages and witness authentic rural life. A rich cultural experience and an active 2 days trip in the Doi Chiang Dao area.
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Doi Suthep National Park Downhill Day trip
Magnificent vistas from the hills overlooking Chiang Mai. This tour is for experienced riders only. Very technical trails with stones, holes, mud and all you can expect on a hard biking day.
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Kayaking
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Cycle and Paddle in the Sri Lanna National Park Day trip
Cycle 15-20 km on rural country lanes and paddle a sit-on-top kayak on the lake. Take a wonderful Thai lunch at our floating restaurant amidst the peaceful scenery of the park. Swim, relax, paddle, explore. Join us on a fun-filled day of activities.
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Sri Lanna National Park kayaking trip 2 days / 1 night
Two days in nature amidst Sri Lanna National park, located just one hour out of Chiang Mai. Hike, take a nature watch and paddle our sit-on-top kayaks looking for birds along the reservoir shorelines. We also provide fishing rods, floating inner tubes and life vests.
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Multi Activity
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Sri Lanna National Park Soft Adventure 3 days / 2 nights
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Rafting
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Rafting the Pai River, Mae Hong Son 3 days / 2 nights
For a thrilling adventure, we will take you to Pai valley from where you will join our rafting expedition on the Pai River through the main Wildlife Sanctuary of Mae Hong Son province. This package tour departing Chiangmai will bring you to Pai and Mae Hong Son and the Pai River for an unforgettable wilderness trip.
Beside experiencing the thrill of the rapids, you will have the chance to watch monkeys and birds playing along the riverside, shower in sparkling waterfalls, and discover the fun of “body rafting”, floating along with the current.
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Trekking
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Chiang Dao Trek 2 days / 1 night
Experience a fantastic mountain trek, discovering small hill tribes villages and witnessing authentic Northern Thailand rural life. A rich cultural experience and an active 2 day trip in the Doi Chiang Dao area.
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Chiang Dao Mountain Trek 3 days / 2 nights
This adventurous and strenuous mountain trek is departing from Chiangmai and will bring participants across the Chiang Dao mountain range, down to the Maetang River valley, following regularly used trails by numerous ethnic villagers within this region.
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Doi Inthanon Mountain Explorer 2 days / 1 night
During these 2 days of exploration, you’ll visit the natural attractions of Doi Inthanon National Park, which contains Thailand’s highest peak at 2,565 metres above sea level. You’ll trek through valleys and jungle dense with evergreen forest and pines.
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Trekking the Golden Triangle 4 days / 3 nights
Trek to hill tribe villages; see the impressive Chiang Dao mountain; visit the mystical Golden Triangle, the Burmese border and Mae Sai, Thailand’s northernmost point. Experience it all with our friendly local guides.
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Daytrips
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Full Day Safari in the Mae Taman Valley 1 day
This tour will take you to the Maetaman elephant camp, located 45 minutes drive from Chiangmai city. Watch the interesting elephant show, experience an elephant riding through surrounding jungle and enjoy a peaceful “bamboo rafting” descent down the lower part of the Maetang river. Buffet lunch included.
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Chiang Dao Soft Adventure 1 day
A great soft-adventure bringing participants to hill tribe villages well off the beaten path. As we go by 4WD we can reach remote villages usually not visited. In a remote Karen hill tribe village we’ll meet a friendly family. Ride on an elephant’s back with the Karen mahouts through the surrounding forest.
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Riding the Hills of Chiangdao MTB Day Trip 1 day
Interesting scenery and varied trails are the highlights of this great mountain-biking trek. Scenic mountain area on the foothills of one of the country’s highest peaks, the Doi Chiangdao.
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The Mae Sa Valley Trails 1 day
The Mae Sa valley in the outskirt of Chiangmai is well known for its elephant camps, orchid farms and other tourist attractions. When you’ve seen all this, or if you don’t want to see all this… come discover with us the hidden side of Mae Sa valley, on a mountain bike!
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Elephant Camp and Orchid Farm morning or afternoon tours
This half-day popular tour will bring you to the Mae Sa valley area, where we can discover an elephant camp, with the show and possible elephant riding. Visit of an orchid farm and plantation.
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Home Industries, Chiangmai handicraft center 1 day
Visit local handicraft manufacturers on the famous Sankampeng and Borsang umbrella villages. Woodcarving, Thai silk, silverware, pottery, umbrella painting and more are on this half-day guided tour.
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City and Temples 1 day
A brief Chiangmai introduction with the city’s best known Temples, including the Wat Pra Sing, Wat Chiang Man and Wat Suandok. (Doi-Suthep mountain top Temple not included).
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Doi Suthep and City Temples 1 day
Visit Doi Suthep Temple and discover two other Temples: Wat Prasing, Wat Chiang Man and Wat Suando
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Doi Suthep Temple Day trip / morning or afternoon
A half-day guided visit of Wat Prathat Doi Suthep Temple located on the mountain overlooking the city. English speaking tour guide, private vehicle. Morning or afternoon trip available.
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Mae Ping River Cruise 1 day
For just a few hours, take a motor boat cruise on the Mae Ping River. See some village life and impressive riverside estates. Stop at the local plantation and learn about many traditional medicinal plants from the Thai gardens. The cruise can be taken any time of the day prior to advance reservation.
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Doi Inthanon National Park 1 day
Full-day excursion to Thailand’s highest mountain, located 100km from Chiangmai and part of a National Park. Gorgeous nature, birds, waterfalls and some hill-tribe villages are on the program. Including lunch and National Park entrance fees.
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Chiang Rai and Golden Triangle 1 day
A long but popular day trip over 650 km of Northern Thailand scenery: The Golden Triangle Loop.
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Elephant Safari (Chiangdao camp) 1 day
Includes: Elephant show at the beautiful Chiangdao Elephant Camp and training center. Watch the show with elephant. Experience an elephant’s back ride (1h) in surrounding jungle. Float down a peaceful river on bamboo raft. Stop to an “orchid plantation” upon return to Chiangmai.
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Chiangmai City Tour and Culture 1 day
A guided discovery of Chiangmai, it’s local markets and few famous Temples.
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Doi Suthep Temple visit Half day / morning or afternoon
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Thai Cooking class in Chiangmai Full day
Have you ever thought about having a base knowledge of some delicious Thai dishes ?
While you are staying in Chiangmai, you could try one to multiple-day cooking courses with a fun and professional organization.
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Sightseeing Tours
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Chiangdao Trek and Golden Triangle Tour 3 days / 2 nights
Trek to hill tribe villages; see the impressive Chiangdao mountain; visit the mystical Golden Triangle, the Burmese border and Mae Sai, Thailand’s northernmost point; experience it all in this well organized sightseeing tour.
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My first visit to Chiangmai 3 days / 2 nights
A convenient “stop over” package where you feel at ease with the assistance of a local tour guide. Discover the best of Chiangmai.
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