Private Doi Mae Salong and Doi Tung Guided Tour from Chiang Rai

9 hours Free cancellation Private tour

Private Doi Mae Salong and Doi Tung Guided Tour from Chiang Rai, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Two Mountains, One Beautiful Day—experience the greener side of Chiang Rai on a private guided tour to Doi Mae Salong and Doi Tung. Travel by air-conditioned vehicle with pickup from your hotel in the Chiang Rai city area, following scenic highland roads through tea hills and mountain villages. Enjoy local tea tasting, Yunnanese village charm, hill tribe culture, and panoramic viewpoints of Doi Mae Salong before continuing to Doi Tung, home to royal gardens, the Royal Villa, and the inspiring Doi Tung Development Project. This tour is made for travelers who want a meaningful Chiang Rai experience beyond the city—where every stop offers scenery, culture, flavor, and local stories. Secure your private tour today and enjoy a journey from tea-covered hills to blooming royal gardens.

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At a glance

Duration: 9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: Thai, English
Operated by: Oh-Hoo

Ages: Adults (3–70 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Drinking water
Included: Accident insurance
Included: English-speaking guide
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off within 10–12 km of Chiang Rai city
Included: Private air-conditioned car

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Personal expenses and tips
Not included: Entrance fees: 220 THB for the Royal Villa, Mae Fah Luang Garden, and Hall of Inspiration

Itinerary

Doi Mae Salong

30 min Admission included

Arrive at Doi Mae Salong and visit a scenic viewpoint overlooking mountain ridges, valleys, villages, and tea-covered hills. Enjoy the cool highland air and panoramic views across Chiang Rai's mountains.
Stop 2

45 min

Explore a mountain community shaped by Yunnan Chinese heritage and nearby hill tribe lifestyles. Walk around the village and learn how its culture became part of Doi Mae Salong’s identity.
Stop 3

45 min Admission included

Visit Tea Plantation 101, a scenic terraced tea fields across the hills, taste locally grown tea, and take photos among the green plantation scenery that makes Doi Mae Salong famous.
Doi Tung Royal Villa

45 min Admission included

Visit the former mountain residence of the Princess Mother and admire its distinctive blend of Lanna and Swiss-inspired architecture. Explore the peaceful interiors and learn about her personal connection to Doi Tung.
Hall of Inspiration

45 min Admission included

Explore an engaging exhibition tracing the Doi Tung Development Project. Discover how sustainable livelihoods, environmental restoration, and long-term community support transformed the surrounding highlands.
Mae Fah Luang Garden

one hour Admission included

Walk through one of Chiang Rai’s most beautiful flower gardens, filled with colorful seasonal blooms, landscaped paths, and peaceful corners. Enjoy the cool mountain air and take memorable photos among vibrant flowers and scenic garden views.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Phu Inn Hotel Chiang Rai
Ruentip Hotel
Diamond Park Inn Chiangrai Resort
Nak Nakara
The Legend Chiang Rai Boutique River Resort & Spa
Pimann Place Hotel
Moon and Sun Hotel
Park Inn Chiangrai
Cabbages & Condoms Inn
Le Patta Hotel
Maleena Villa Guest House
The North Hotel

and 4 more pickup points

Hotel pickup is available within 10–12 km of Chiang Rai city between 8:30 and 9:00 AM. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed after booking. Please meet your driver in the hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. Late arrival may reduce the time available at scheduled stops. Route changes and additional stops are not available.

Using your ticket

This e-ticket is non-transferable and valid only on the selected date. No physical ticket is required—just show it on your mobile device. Please meet your guide at the hotel lobby at least 15 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a private tour for your group only, with a maximum of 9 participants.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as some areas involve walking, stairs, or uneven paths.
Please wear modest, comfortable clothing when visiting royal or cultural sites.
Some sites on this tour may require admission fees. Doi Tung’s Royal Villa, Mae Fah Luang Garden, and Hall of Inspiration have paid tickets collected on site.
Lunch is not included. A lunch stop may be arranged at a local restaurant along the route, depending on timing, availability, and local conditions.
The tour is expected to finish around 6:00 PM, but the exact return time may vary depending on traffic and weather conditions.
The itinerary may be adjusted due to weather or local conditions to ensure the best possible experience.
As this is a private tour, the pace at each scheduled stop may be adjusted slightly within the planned itinerary. Route changes and additional stops are not available.
In the rare event we need to cancel a tour, we will notify you in advance and offer an alternative date, a different tour, or a full refund.