Half Day Doi Suthep and White Hmong Hilltribe Tour

Wat Phra That Doi Suthep is the most significant and renowned temple in Chiang Mai, accessible via a scenic drive up to 3,500 feet above sea level. Visitors must climb 306 steps to reach the temple gate, where they can explore the grounds and admire the relics of the Buddha housed in a stunning golden pagoda visible from afar. The temple offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city and the surrounding countryside.

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Unique Experiences:	Explore the rich history of Wat Doi Suthep and visit its key features, including the Buddha's relics housed in the magnificent golden pagoda.
Trip Length:	Half-Day
Participants:	Up to 8 travelers may book this trip. This trip departs with a minimum of 2 travelers. This is a private experience.
Physical Difficulty:	1 out of 5
Inclusions:	Transportation: Hotel in Chiang Mai City Center to Tour Starting Point by Car or Van, Tour Ending Point to Hotel in Chiang Mai City Center by Car or Van. Miscellaneous: English Speaking Guide.
Exclusions:	Travel Insurance (Compulsory) Tips and Gratuities Compulsory and Peak Season Surcharges
Age Policy:	Adults: 12 to 99 years of age Children: 3 to 11 years of age Infants: 0 to 2 years of age
Special Information:	You must dress appropriately to enter the temple. Shoulders and knees must be covered! Wear shirts with sleeves and long pants, skirts that go below the knee. Recommends lightweight, breathable clothing that covers these areas comfortably.

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Itinerary

The trip entails a pleasant 15 km. wildly driving up 3,500 feet above sea level to visit Wat Prathat Doi Suthep, the most sacred temple in the city. You then exercise your heart, lungs and limbs (perfect for couch potatoes and those with beer belly) by ascending the 306 steps to the temple,
guarded by two magnificent Nagas (serpents) and constructed in 1383; this symbol of Chiang Mai contains the holy relic of the Lord Buddha which is enshrined in the magnificent, glowing golden pagoda. A bird’s eye view of the entire city and the surrounding areas can be seen from the temple grounds.

Continue by local truck along a bumpy mountain road to visit the White Hmong hill tribe village. It’s a scenic route. Migrants from China who prefer to live in simple, isolated and self-sustaining villages while preserving their primitive culture, ancient customs and gorgeous embroidered costumes. Return back to town.

Transportation: Hotel in Chiang Mai City Center to Tour Starting Point by car or van, Tour Ending Point to Hotel in Chiang Mai City Center by Car or Van