Chiang Rai’s best sights are spread out — the White Temple sits south of town, whilst the Golden Triangle, Doi Tung and Mae Sai are an hour or more to the north. Public transport between them is patchy, so a private car with a local driver is the easiest way to see what you want, in the order you want, without watching the clock.
Price and what is included
| Vehicle | Seats | Full day (08:00–19:00) |
|---|---|---|
| Sedan | Up to 3 guests | 3,000 THB per car |
| Van | Up to 9 guests | 5,000 THB per van |
Priced per vehicle, not per person — so a family of four in a van pays the same as a group of nine.
| Included | Private air-conditioned vehicle and driver (basic English), fuel, tolls and parking, hotel pickup and drop-off in Chiang Rai city, bottled water |
|---|---|
| Not included | Entrance tickets (pay at each site), meals, tips |
| Optional | English-speaking guide, +1,500 THB per day |
| Extra time | 300 THB per hour after 19:00 |
| Cancellation | Free if you cancel more than 24 hours before pickup |
Plan your own route
Send us the places you’d like to see and we’ll suggest the best order for free — it’s the part most visitors find hardest, as the main sights sit in opposite directions from town. A few popular combinations:
Temples and art, close to town
The White Temple (Wat Rong Khun), the Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten), the Black House (Baan Dam) and the giant Guan Yin at Wat Huay Pla Kang. All within easy reach of the city, which leaves time for a long lunch or a café stop. Our White Temple guide has the details.
The far north: Golden Triangle and the border
Doi Tung and the Mae Fah Luang Garden, the Mae Sai border town, the Golden Triangle viewpoint where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet, the Opium House and the old city of Chiang Saen. A long but rewarding day — this is where a private car earns its keep.
Tea and mountains
Choui Fong tea plantation and the hill village of Doi Mae Salong, known for its oolong tea and cool mountain air. Bring a light layer from November to February.
A bit of everything
The White and Blue Temples in the morning, a Long Neck Karen village and a tea plantation after lunch, then the Golden Triangle before heading home. Ten hours goes quickly, but it’s very doable.
Sedan or van?
- Sedan — best for couples and groups of up to 3 with normal luggage.
- Van — for 4 to 9 guests, families with children, or anyone who wants room to stretch out on the longer northern routes.
Driver only, or driver and guide?
Our drivers know the roads and the sights well and speak basic English, so they’ll get you everywhere comfortably. If you’d like the stories behind each temple and village, add an English-speaking guide for 1,500 THB per day.
Several days, or a set route?
You can hire the driver for several days — from three days the vehicle price is 5% off each day. If you’d rather not plan anything, we also run seven set half-day and full-day routes.
Prefer to share and save?
Travelling solo or as a couple on a budget? Our shared Chiang Rai 7 Highlights day tour covers the seven best-known sights for 1,200 THB per person with a guide and lunch, in a small group of up to 9.
Frequently asked questions
Is fuel included?
Yes. Fuel, tolls and parking are all included. Entrance tickets and meals are not.
Can we go outside Chiang Rai province?
Yes, for example to Chiang Mai. Days that leave the province carry an extra fuel charge, so ask us for a quote.
What if we need more time?
The day runs 08:00–18:00 with a free extra hour until 19:00. After that it’s 300 THB per hour.
Do we need passports for Mae Sai or the Golden Triangle?
Not for the Thai side — the viewpoints and markets need no border crossing.
Are you a licensed company?
Yes. JTTT Travel is a local Chiang Rai operator, TAT licence 21/01119.