Chiang Mai Trip Overview
First, we visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep or Doi Suthep Temple, one of northern Thailand’s most important and beautiful temples, located near the top of Doi Suthep (Mount Suthep). It is a place of worship, dates back to the year 1373 when the first Chedi was built. It is an important pilgrimage spot for the devout and is sacred site to many Thai people. Enjoy the magnificence of the temple with its Golden Chedi glowing and spectacular views of Chiang Mai City and its surroundings. Then, continue to Hmong Hill tribe village traveling by songtaew, a local truck. Drive along rough dirt roads to the Chang Khien Coffee Research Project. Enjoy a fresh cup of locally-grown Arabica coffee and hear about the North’s flourishing coffee industry. It’s a short drive onwards to a village inhabited by the White Hmong hill tribe. Spend time exploring the village, meeting the inhabitants and learning about the traditions and customs of this unique ethnic group.
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Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
Starts: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand
First, we visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep or Doi Suthep Temple, one of northern Thailand’s most important and beautiful temples, located near the top of Doi Suthep (Mount Suthep). It is a place of worship, dates back to the year 1373 when the first Chedi was built. It is an important pilgrimage spot for the devout and is sacred site to many Thai people. Enjoy the magnificence of the temple with its Golden Chedi glowing and spectacular views of Chiang Mai City and its surroundings. Then, continue to Hmong Hill tribe village traveling by songtaew, a local truck. Drive along rough dirt roads to the Chang Khien Coffee Research Project. Enjoy a fresh cup of locally-grown Arabica coffee and hear about the North’s flourishing coffee industry. It’s a short drive onwards to a village inhabited by the White Hmong hill tribe. Spend time exploring the village, meeting the inhabitants and learning about the traditions and customs of this unique ethnic group.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Doi Suthep 50200 Thailand
Wat Phra That Doi Suthep or Doi Suthep Temple, one of northern Thailand’s most important and beautiful temples, located near the top of Doi Suthep (Mount Suthep). It is a place of worship, dates back to the year 1373 when the first Chedi was built. It is an important pilgrimage spot for the devout and is sacred site to many Thai people. Visitors can take the 306 steps staircase or ride on a cable car to reach the pagoda. Enjoy the magnificence of the temple with its Golden Chedi glowing and spectacular views of Chiang Mai City and its surroundings.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Khun Chang Khian, Huai Kaeo Road. Suthep Subdistrict, Chiang Mai Thailand
Spend time exploring the White Hmong hill tribe village, meeting the inhabitants and learning about the traditions and customs of this unique ethnic group.
Duration: 45 minutes
