Chiang Rai Temple Tour: White, Blue Temples & Guan Yin

Four temples in one morning, starting from your hotel

A half-day guided tour of Chiang Rai visiting four sites: the all-white Wat Rong Khun with its mirror-embedded carvings and pop-culture details, the sapphire-blue Wat Rong Seur Ten with golden accents, Wat Huay Pla Kang crowned by a 90-meter Guan Yin statue, and Lalita Café's 10-meter waterfall and misty gardens. Hotel pickup runs between 8:00 and 8:30 am. The tour lasts four hours and includes an English-speaking guide and air-conditioned van. Entrance fees to the temples and café are separate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. White Temple40m
2. Blue Temple30m

Chiang Rai half day sightseeing tour

• Hotel pick up between 8:00-8:30 am
• Visit White Temple (Wat Rong Khun)
• Visit Blue Temple (Wat Rong Seur Ten)
• Visit Wat Huay Pla Kang
• Relax at Lalita Cafe

The experience

The White Temple opens the morning: a stark all-white masterpiece designed by artist Chalermchai Kositpipat, famous for its intricate carved details, embedded mirrors that catch the light, and a surreal mix of traditional Buddhist imagery with modern pop-culture elements woven into the architecture. From there, the route moves to the Blue Temple, a striking sapphire structure decorated with golden details and vibrant murals that blend Lanna design with contemporary artistic touches. Both temples sit at the heart of what makes Chiang Rai's spiritual landscape distinct from the rest of Thailand.

Wat Huay Pla Kang anchors the second half of the tour with its 23-story Guan Yin statue, roughly 90 meters tall, one of Chiang Rai's most recognizable landmarks. The site also features a nine-tier pagoda and intricate sculptures that blend Thai and Chinese design. The tour wraps at Lalita Café, a designed fantasy space with dense gardens, lush greenery, mist, and a 10-meter artificial waterfall that creates a peaceful, otherworldly pause before heading back to your hotel. The whole route stays within the van except at each stop, so you're not walking long distances between sites.

Your guide speaks English throughout and travels with the group in the air-conditioned vehicle. Hotel pickup is included. The driver collects you between 8:00 and 8:30 am depending on your location in Chiang Rai. The tour runs four hours total, which means you're back by early afternoon. Entrance fees for the White Temple, Wat Huay Pla Kang, and Lalita Café are paid separately at each site.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned van or car transport.
• hotel pickup between 8:00 and 8:30 am.
• English-speaking guide throughout the four-hour tour.
• visits to the White Temple, Blue Temple, Wat Huay Pla Kang, and Lalita Café.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (14 to 70 years) · Senior (71 to 75 years) · Youth (10 to 13 years) · Child (3 to 9 years) · Under 3: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 38 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 9.23

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyInfant seats available

Operated by Yada Travel Chiang Rai

Is this one for you?Book this if you're staying in Chiang Rai and want to visit four temples in one morning without coordinating your own transport. The 8:00–8:30 am pickup and shared van work for travelers on a standard schedule.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (10 to 13 years); Child (3 to 9 years). Under 3: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the White Temple actually like when you walk inside?

Wat Rong Khun is an all-white structure designed by artist Chalermchai Kositpipat, known for intricate carved details, sparkling mirrors embedded throughout, and a blend of traditional Buddhist art with modern pop-culture imagery woven into the architecture. The entry fee is 100 baht per person.

How tall is the Guan Yin statue at Wat Huay Pla Kang?

The Guan Yin statue stands 23 stories tall (approximately 90 meters or 295 feet high) making it one of Chiang Rai's most impressive landmarks. The site also includes a nine-tier pagoda and sculptures mixing Thai and Chinese design.

What makes the Blue Temple different from other temples in the region?

Wat Rong Seur Ten is decorated in striking sapphire blue with golden details and vibrant murals, blending traditional Lanna architecture with modern artistic flair in a way that sets it apart from more conventional temple designs.

When does the tour pick me up, and how long does it take?

Hotel pickup runs between 8:00 and 8:30 am depending on your location in Chiang Rai. The full tour lasts four hours, so you'll return by early afternoon.

What is Lalita Café, and why is it included in the tour?

Lalita Café is designed like an enchanted forest with lush gardens, dense greenery, mist, and a 10-meter artificial waterfall creating a peaceful, otherworldly atmosphere. It serves as a relaxing stop at the end of the temple visits, with plenty of space for photos.

Are entrance fees included in the tour price?

Entrance fees for the White Temple, Wat Huay Pla Kang, and Lalita Café are paid separately at each site and are not included in the tour price.