Free cancellation
8–9 hours
Activity Chiang Mai, Thailand
Depart Chiang Mai and travel to Lamphun Province, the former capital of the 7th-century Hariphunchai Empire. Explore its ancient temples, Wat Phra That Hariphunchai and Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, and admire the sacred relics that offer a fascinating glimpse into Thailand’s rich cultural history.
Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–8 years) · Adults (9–99 years)
Chiang Mai
Passing by
09:00 AM – Depart from your hotel in Chiang Mai and travel south toward Lamphun, the ancient capital of the Hariphunchai Kingdom. Founded in 660 A.D., Lamphun is considered one of the oldest existing cities in Thailand.
Lamphun
one hour
10:00 AM – Upon entering Lamphun, you’ll notice the remnants of the ancient fortified city walls and the surrounding moat, both dating back to the 16th century and still clearly visible today.
30 min Admission included
Make your first stop at Wat Phra That Hariphunchai, the most revered temple in the province. This Royal Temple, built in 897 by a Lamphun king, is renowned for its magnificent 51-meter golden pagoda, which enshrines an authentic Buddha relic brought from India. Within the same temple grounds, you’ll also find a sacred Buddha footprint, a beautifully crafted teakwood library housing ancient Pali scriptures, an old Lanna-style chedi, and one of the largest call-to-prayer gongs in Thailand.
Wat Chamthewi Temple (Wat Ku Kut)
30 min Admission included
11:00 AM – Visit Wat Jammathevee, named after Queen Jammathevee, the first ruler of Hariphunchai. Locally known as “Wat Ku Kut,” the temple is famous for its unique chedi, which lost its top after being struck by lightning—giving it the name that means “the chedi without a top.”
12.00 PM - Lunch at local restaurant
30 min Admission included
13.00 pm – Visit Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, one of Thailand’s most revered Lanna temples. Explore its beautifully preserved wooden architecture, admire the sacred relics housed within, and take in the tranquil atmosphere as you gain a deeper appreciation of the region’s rich cultural and historical heritage.
Chiang Mai
Passing by
16.00 pm - Return to Chiang Mai.
You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.
(Meeting Point)- Sun Leisure World Office Chiang mai, Located at Duang Tawan Hotel Chiang Mai Lobby Floor.
(Meeting Point)- Sun Leisure World Office Chiang mai, Located at Duang Tawan Hotel Chiang Mai Lobby Floor.
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Free Door To Door Pick up for our tours at the following location with NO CHARGE - City Center Chiangmai District area (3 KM radius) with namely Night Bazaar, Tapae Gate, Chiang Mai Gate, Suan Dok gate, old city , Huay Kaew Road to Ibis Hotel, Nimmana Haeminda Road & Santitham Area
You can also join our tours at CHIANG MAI MEETING POINTS - Sun Leisure World Office Chiang mai, Located at Duang Tawan Hotel Chiang Mai Lobby Floor.
An additional surcharge for hotel pickup outside 3 miles (5 km) radius from the city center is applicable and payable on the day of your activity.
Please wait at Hotel Lobby or Meeting Point 15 minutes before the time specified on this voucher to start.
Please call hotline number at least 24 hours before to confirm your pick up point.
Hotline number : +66 20290800 (Daily : 7:00am - 9:00pm).
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% |
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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