Doi Suthep & Phu Ping Royal Gardens Experience: Chiang Mai Half-Day Private Tour

Tour Code: CMTP-029

Package Overview

Discover Chiang Mai’s most iconic spiritual landmark combined with royal elegance on this Private Half-Day Doi Suthep & Phu Ping Winter Palace Tour.This experience blends sacred Lanna heritage, panoramic mountain views, and the beautifully landscaped royal gardens of the Phu Ping Winter Palace—perfect for travelers seeking culture, history, and scenic beauty in a relaxed half-day itinerary.

Ideal for first-time visitors to Chiang Mai and those with limited time.

Tour Highlights

• Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai’s most sacred temple

• Stunning golden pagoda in classic Lanna design

• Panoramic city views from Doi Suthep mountain

• Optional holy blessing & wrist-tying ceremony by Buddhist monks

• Explore Phu Ping Winter Palace, royal residence with beautiful gardens

• Private tour with flexible pace & professional local guide

Detailed Itinerary

Half-Day | Doi Suthep – Phu Ping Winter Palace

Pick up from your hotel and drive through the scenic mountain road of Doi Suthep–Pui National Park.

Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, the most important temple in Chiang Mai. Walk up the famous 306 Naga steps or take the funicular to reach the temple at approximately 1,100 meters above sea level.Admire the dented-corner golden pagoda housing the Lord Buddha’s relics, surrounded by beautiful mural paintings depicting Buddhist stories. Enjoy cool mountain breezes and panoramic views over Chiang Mai city from the temple balcony.

Continue to Phu Ping Winter Palace, the royal winter residence of His Majesty the King and Her Majesty the Queen of Thailand. Stroll through the elegant gardens, admire Northern Thai architecture, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere before returning to your hotel.

Price

1,800 THB per person

• Private tour only

• Minimum 2 persons

Tour Information

• Duration: Half Day

  • Morning: 08:30 – 13:00

  • Afternoon: 13:00 – 17:00

• Tour Type: Private

• Start / End: Chiang Mai Hotel

Included

• Private transportation

• English-speaking professional guide

• All entrance fees stated in the program

• Drinking water & refreshing towels

• Accident insurance

Not Included

• Soft drinks & alcoholic beverages

• Personal expenses

• Tips

• Optional activities

What to Bring

• Camera

• Sunglasses

• Sunscreen

• Hat or cap

• Insect repellent

Dress Code

• Polite dress required

• Shirts with sleeves

• Long pants or skirts below the knees

• No tank tops or spaghetti straps

• Remove hats inside temple areas

What You Will Experience

• Chiang Mai’s most iconic temple: Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

• Classic Northern Thai (Lanna) architecture

• Stunning city and mountain views

• Royal gardens and architecture at Phu Ping Winter Palace

Special Notes

• Phu Ping Winter Palace is open to the public only on Friday, Saturday & Sunday

• The palace may close without notice during royal visits or special occasions

• Proper dress is strictly required to enter the palace grounds

Why Choose Chiangmai Tour Package

• Deep local expertise in Northern Thailand

• Well-paced, cultural-focused itineraries

• Professional and friendly licensed guides

• Excellent value for private tours

• Ethical and responsible tourism practices