Monks Morning Almsgiving Tour – Traditional Food Offering

4 hours Free cancellation

Monks Morning Almsgiving Tour – Traditional Food Offering, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Monks Morning Almsgiving Tour (Food Offering) offers a unique and culturally enriching experience that allows you to participate in a cherished Buddhist tradition. This early morning tour provides an opportunity to observe and engage in the ritual of almsgiving, where locals offer food to monks as a gesture of respect and support.

The tour typically begins before sunrise, allowing you to witness the serene atmosphere of the awakening city. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you will visit a local market to purchase fresh food items, such as rice, fruit, and snacks, which are traditionally offered to the monks.

As you walk through the streets, you'll have the chance to interact with local vendors and learn about the significance of each food item in the almsgiving ritual. Upon reaching the designated spot, you'll see the monks, dressed in their saffron robes, walking in silence to receive the offerings.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: Thai, English
Operated by: I Asia Thailand

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Return hotel transportation

Not included

Not included: Gratuities (optional)
Not included: Any personal expenses (such as purchases in the market)
Not included: Alms to give to the monks (about 40-baht will usually be sufficient if you choose to give)

Itinerary

Stop 1

one hour

At Mae Hong Son's morning market there are varieties of fresh and dry food to buy.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Imperial Mae Hong Son Resort
Panorama Hotel
Baiyoke Chalet Hotel
Siam
Maetee Hotel Mae Hong Son
Mae Hong Son Mountain Inn & Resort
Friend House
T.N. Guest House
Sib-Lan Buri Resort
Johnnie House
Gims Resort
B2 Mae Hong Son Premier Hotel

Pick up from all Mae Hong Son town hotels.

You MUST advise Thailand contact details prior to date of travel to avoid tour being cancelled.

Using your ticket

I Asia Thailand will contact you immediately after your booking to reconfirm your booking. Please ensure that you have entered the correct contact details upon booking.

If you have not been contacted by I Asia Thailand, please call us at +66 96 821 3089 (hours of operation are from 08.00am to 18.00pm Monday to Friday and 09.00am to 17.00pm Saturday and Sunday) or email to [email protected]

If you will not be arriving at your destination with sufficient time to ensure reconfirmation, please contact the local service provider prior to travel.

Upon pickup, please present your confirmation/voucher or photo ID in exchange for your activity.

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 too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum adults required for this activity to take place. Single traveler can book but is subject to cancellation if minimum number is not met.