Chiang Mai Trip Overview
Visit the sacred Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and witness breathtaking views of the city atop the mountain. Immerse Thai culture at the Hmong village. This half day tour will take you to the most breathtaking sites the city has to offer. Visit one of the most sacred temples, the Wat Phra That Doi Suthep (Doi Suthep temple), seated atop a mountain giving you breathtaking views of the entire Chiang Mai. It was established in 1383 under the reign of King Keu Naone and has a very mystical birth story. A visiting Sukhothai monk had told the Lanna king to create a temple by using the twin of the miraculous Buddha relic. This relic was placed on a white elephant, which wandered the mountain until it died in the very spot where the temple sits. This was interpreted as the “chosen location”. The temple can be reached by a long, and quite strenuous 306 step staircase, which was intended as an act of meditation. For those who aren’t that fit, there is a tram that will take you to the temple.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 hours
Starts: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> Hiking & Camping
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What to Expect When Visiting Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Province, Thailand
Visit the sacred Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and witness breathtaking views of the city atop the mountain. Immerse Thai culture at the Hmong village. This half day tour will take you to the most breathtaking sites the city has to offer. Visit one of the most sacred temples, the Wat Phra That Doi Suthep (Doi Suthep temple), seated atop a mountain giving you breathtaking views of the entire Chiang Mai. It was established in 1383 under the reign of King Keu Naone and has a very mystical birth story. A visiting Sukhothai monk had told the Lanna king to create a temple by using the twin of the miraculous Buddha relic. This relic was placed on a white elephant, which wandered the mountain until it died in the very spot where the temple sits. This was interpreted as the “chosen location”. The temple can be reached by a long, and quite strenuous 306 step staircase, which was intended as an act of meditation. For those who aren’t that fit, there is a tram that will take you to the temple.
Itinerary
Explore Chiang Mai and know a little more about Thailand’s culture when you join this half-day tour of Doi Suthep and Hmong Village. Your day will start with a quick hike at Doi Suthep, home of the sacred Wat Phra That Doi Suthep (Doi Suthep temple). Here you can explore and admire the many shrines, chedis, and temples that show the influence of Buddhism in Thailand. This tour also includes a visit to the tribal people of Hmong Village, which is also known for its colorful and intricate garments. Get a chance to interact with the tribespeople and learn their culture as well as their way of life! To make your trip better, an English-speaking tour guide and comfortable transportation are also included in this tour.
Stop At:
• Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Doi Suthep 50200 Thailand
