Chiang Mai Tours & Excursions
Monk's Trail Hike to Doi Suthep · Wat Pha Lat, Temple and Hmong Village
From
2 000 THB/ per person
≈ €53
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A guided hike from Chiang Mai along the monks' trail up to the forest temple of Wat Pha Lat and Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, returning on foot, or a full day to a Hmong village in the park. English-speaking guide, lunch, water and hotel transfer included.
Included / Not included
Included
- English-speaking guide
- Guides trained in first aid
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Chiang Mai
- Lunch (vegetarian and vegan options), fruit and water
- Hydration pack, foldable trekking poles on request
- Support vehicle with secure storage for your belongings
Not included
- National park and insurance fee (250 THB per person, cash on site)
Prices
| Group size | Price / person |
|---|---|
| Monk's Trail · Wat Pha Lat and Doi Suthep, 12 km round trip (from 8 years old)1 person or more | 2 000 THB |
| Full day · to Ban Khun Chang Khian Hmong village, about 18 km (from 14 years old)1 person or more | 2 200 THB |
Your day
Detailed programme
9:30
Hotel pick-up
9:30
Hotel pick-up
Drive to the start of the trail, on the edge of the city.
10:00
Climb to Wat Pha Lat
30-minute walk through the forest up to the temple, visit and break.
11:30
Towards Doi Suthep
Second stretch of the climb up to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, around 1,100 m.
13:00
Temple and break
Snack, fruit and a visit to the temple with views over Chiang Mai.
14:45
Descent
Walk back down towards the city (the full-day option continues on to the Hmong village).
16:00
Return to hotel
Transfer back to your hotel.
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Monk's Trail Hike to Doi Suthep · Wat Pha Lat, Temple and Hmong Village
From 2 000 THB / per person
E-mail confirmation as soon as you pay · WhatsApp reply within 1 hour
All the details
A guided hike from Chiang Mai along the monks' trail up to the forest temple of Wat Pha Lat and Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, returning on foot, or a full day to a Hmong village in the park. English-speaking guide, lunch, water and hotel transfer included.
Why choose this trip
- Doi Suthep on foot: the monks' trail, away from the road.
- Wat Pha Lat: a temple hidden in the forest, halfway up to Doi Suthep.
- Up to the Hmong village: the full-day option continues into the park: high-altitude jungle, waterfalls and cherry blossoms in winter.
What's included
- Start of the trail on the edge of Chiang Mai.
- Climb to the forest temple of Wat Pha Lat, visit and break.
- Continue the climb up to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep (around 1,100 m), snack and visit.
- Monk's Trail: walk back down to the city, 12 km in total; return by bike possible on request.
- Full day: continue into the national park to the Hmong village of Ban Khun Chang Khian, around 18 km and 6 hours in the park.
Good to know
Bring good shoes, clothing covering shoulders and knees for the temples, and 250 THB in cash for the park. In the rainy season, the trail can be slippery.
Before you go
Good to know
Prone to seasickness?
Take a tablet ~30 min before departure, sit mid-boat, keep your eyes on the horizon and avoid heading out on an empty stomach.
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
Swimwear under your clothes, a towel, a dry bag for your phone, and a change of clothes for the trip back.
From
2 000 THB/ per person