Doi Inthanon National Park tour from Chiang Mai with lunch

Stand atop Thailand’s highest peak, meet Karen villagers, and feel the waterfall mist

An 8-hour tour of Doi Inthanon National Park from Chiang Mai that covers the twin pagodas, a Karen Hill Tribe Village, and a waterfall, with an English-speaking guide, lunch, and hotel pickup included. The park sits at high elevation year-round, so bring warm layers even though you're in Thailand. A moderate level of fitness helps with the walking and terrain.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Doi Inthanon National Park

• Travel from Chiang Mai to Doi Inthanon
• Visit Doi Inthanon National Park
• Explore twin stupas at summit
• Visit Karen Hill Tribe Village
• See beautiful waterfall
• Enjoy lunch
• Return to Chiang Mai

The Experience

The tour leaves from your hotel in Chiang Mai and heads to Doi Inthanon, Thailand's highest mountain and one of the country's most visited national parks. The park is known for waterfalls, remote villages, montane farms and viewpoints, and the air stays cool at the higher elevations no matter the season. Your guide navigates the stops and handles the timing, so the day holds together without you building it yourself.

The itinerary includes the twin pagodas—Phra Mahathat Naphamethanidon and Phra Mahathat Naphapholphumisiri—set in lush gardens about 3 kilometers below the summit. These stupas were built by the Royal Thai Air Force in 1989 and 1992 to commemorate the king's and queen's 60th birthdays. You'll also visit a Karen Hill Tribe Village and see one of the park's waterfalls. Lunch is provided during the day, and the air-conditioned vehicle handles the driving between stops.

The terrain and walking require at least a moderate level of fitness. Even at elevation, the weather can shift, so pack a light jacket or sweater alongside your regular clothes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, so you just need to provide your hotel name and address when you book.

What’s included

• Lunch.
• English-speaking guide.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• parking fees.
• hotel pickup and drop-off.

Good to know

Moderate physical level

Operated by Asia World Enterprise Co., Ltd

Is this one for you?Choose the private single or group option if you want to control the pace and have the guide's attention focused on your group; the join tour option works if you're comfortable with a shared departure and want a lower price.

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Top questions

What is Doi Inthanon National Park actually known for?

Doi Inthanon is famous for its waterfalls, remote villages, picturesque montane farms, viewpoints, and year-round cool weather at higher elevations. It's one of Thailand's most popular national parks and a center for birdwatching and sunrise and sunset viewing.

Do I need to be very fit to do this tour?

You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The tour involves walking at various stops and some terrain, but it's not an extreme hike—the guide manages the pace and the stops.

Why should I bring warm clothes if I'm going to Thailand?

Doi Inthanon sits at high elevation, and the temperature stays cool year-round, even in the tropical season. Layers work best so you can adjust as you move between the lower and higher parts of the park.

What are the twin pagodas on the tour?

The twin stupas—Phra Mahathat Naphamethanidon and Phra Mahathat Naphapholphumisiri—sit in lush gardens about 3 kilometers below the summit. They were built to commemorate the king's and queen's 60th birthdays in 1989 and 1992.

Is lunch included, and what about getting to and from my hotel?

Lunch is included in the tour. Hotel pickup and drop-off are also included; just provide your hotel name and address when you book.