Chiang Mai Tours & Excursions
Early morning alms offering · market and Wat Suan Dok in Chiang Mai
From
2 300 THB/ per person
≈ €61
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A morning at the heart of Buddhist life: offering food and flowers to monks (Tak Bat) at the foot of Doi Suthep, Ton Payom market with a simple breakfast, then Wat Suan Dok. English-speaking guide and hotel transfer included.
Included / Not included
Included
- Air-conditioned 9-seat VIP van with driver
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel (central Chiang Mai)
- Licensed English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees and activities included in the programme
- Chilled water and a cooling towel
- Travel accident insurance
- Simple breakfast at a local restaurant
Not included
- Transfer surcharge if your hotel is outside the city centre (6 to 30 km, depending on distance)
- Guide in a language other than English (private option only, extra charge)
- Meals and drinks not mentioned
- Personal expenses
Prices
| Group size | Price / person |
|---|---|
| Shared · small group, from 2 adults2 to 9 people | 2 300 THB |
| Shared · Child 2-10 years old2 to 9 people | 1 500 THB |
| Private · 1 pax1 person | 5 600 THB |
| Private · 2-3 pax2 to 3 people | 2 800 THB |
| Private · 2-3 pax · Child 2-10 years old2 to 3 people | 1 800 THB |
| Private · 4-5 pax4 to 5 people | 2 600 THB |
| Private · 4-5 pax · Child 2-10 years old4 to 5 people | 1 700 THB |
| Private · 6-9 pax6 to 9 people | 2 300 THB |
| Private · 6-9 pax · Child 2-10 years old6 to 9 people | 1 500 THB |
Your day
Detailed programme
6:30 am
Hotel pick-up
6:30 am
Hotel pick-up
Departure at dawn.
7:00 am
Alms offering to the monks
Tak Bat in front of the Kruba Sri Vichai statue, at the foot of Doi Suthep.
Ton Payom market
Northern Thai produce, seasonal fruit and vegetables, simple breakfast.
Wat Suan Dok
Temple founded in 1371, home to half of a sacred Buddha relic.
10:30 am
Return to hotel
Drop-off at your hotel.
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Early morning alms offering · market and Wat Suan Dok in Chiang Mai
From 2 300 THB / per person
E-mail confirmation as soon as you pay · WhatsApp reply within 1 hour
All the details
A morning at the heart of Buddhist life: offering food and flowers to monks (Tak Bat) at the foot of Doi Suthep, Ton Payom market with a simple breakfast, then Wat Suan Dok. English-speaking guide and hotel transfer included.
Why choose this trip
- A meaningful moment in Thai life: you take part yourself in the morning offering to the monks.
- The local market: Ton Payom, known for its Northern Thai food and seasonal produce.
- Wat Suan Dok: founded in 1371, with its white chedis and half of the sacred Doi Suthep relic.
- Done by 10:30 am: the rest of your day stays free.
The programme
- Pick-up at 6:30 am.
- Alms offering to the monks around 7:00 am at the foot of Doi Suthep.
- Stroll through Ton Payom market and simple breakfast.
- Visit to Wat Suan Dok.
- Return to the hotel around 10:30 am.
Good to know
Departs daily, very early. Shared option: minimum 2 adults; private option: from 1 person. Clothing covering shoulders and knees required. Offering, breakfast and entrance fees included.
Before you go
Good to know
Beat the crowds
Iconic spots like Maya Bay are far calmer early in the day. Our morning departures get you there before the midday ferry rush.
National park fees
Some sites sit inside a national park, so an entrance fee may apply. Check the “Not included” list above so there are no surprises.
Sun & reef care
The tropical sun is strong, bring a hat, sunglasses and plenty of water. Reef-safe sunscreen is required in Thai marine parks.
What to pack
Comfortable shoes, light breathable clothing, water and a small backpack for the day.
From
2 300 THB/ per person