The area offers a variety of cooking classes, beautiful views, markets, resorts and restaurants. In addition, visitors can get a feel for true northern Thai culture during their visit. Places to see, ways to wander, and signature experiences. With endless verdant forests and mountain ranges, Chiang Rai is like an expansive playground for nature lovers and explorers. Come and lets visit the best half day tours in Chiang rai.

1. Thailand’s Golden Triangle and Village Life

Venture into the notorious Golden Triangle and discover the rich minority cultures that occupy these rolling hills on this door-to-door half-day tour. Visit a mountaintop Hmong settlement, the historic trading town of Chiang Saen, Wat Phra That Phu Khao temple, and Ban Sop Ruak village, and ride a longtail boat to the spot where Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand meet. Enjoy insights only locals can provide courtesy of your Thai guide. Discover the color and drama of the Golden Triangle in just half a day Cruise the Mekong on a traditional longtail boat to the border.

2. Half Day Chiang Rai City Tour including White Temple & Wat Phra Kaew 

Don’t let limited time in northern Thailand stop you seeing the highlights of Chiang Rai. This express tour, which proves ideal for time-pressed travelers, covers the iconic White Temple and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew) in just half a day, an included hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off in Chiang Mai. Cover more of Chiang Rai in less time on an express tour Transport by air-conditioned minivan reduces transit time Benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide

3. Chiang Rai City and Temples Tour 

Make the most of even a short time in Chiang Rai by checking off the city’s historic highlights on a guided half-day tour that’s tailor-made for first-time visitors. See Wat Phra Kaeo, the original home of the Emerald Buddha, Wat Phra That Doi Thong, with its views of the Kok River, Wat Rong Khun, the famous “White Temple”, the King Mengrai Monument, and more. Tour includes round-trip transfers from select Chiang Rai hotels. See the White Temple, Wat Phra Kaeo, Wat Phra That Doi Thong, and more Enjoy rich insights into Thai culture, religion, and history from your guide

4. Balloon Chiang Rai-Soft Adventure and Nature Touch Activity 

After an early morning pick up from your Chiang Rai hotel, arrive at an authentic farm at Ban Chomna Resort. Enjoy a refreshing tropical Welcome Drink, such as mint, lemon grass or seasonal juice. Watch the Ground Crew prepare for the 'Once-In-A-Lifetime' experience of hot-air ballooning over the stunning Chiang Rai countryside. The experience will take approximately 45 to 60 minutes and will be at dawn, just as the sun rises to start a new day. After landing, take part in the Post Flight Champagne Celebration in the grass hut stations right in the middle of the rice field. Then it is time for an organic Lanna Style A -La-Carte Breakfast with stream sticky rice harvested from their own rice field, together with local herb juice, fruits and vegetables fresh from the garden.

5. Chiang Rai City & Temples

This is a half day tour aimed at taking you to the main sites of Chiang Rai. Visit the main market area and Wat Phra Kaew Chiang Rai, where the famous Emerald Buddha (in Bangkok) was found in A.D. 1434. Visit also Wat Doi Thong, with its Navel Pillars, overlooking the Mae Kok River, and King Meng Rai’s Monument with its annual festival in February. Then visit Wat Rong Khun, also called “The White Temple”; inside it contains murals and paintings of the Buddha image and painted enamel ceramic floor. The outside was created with lime sculpture Thai designs decorated with small pieces of mirror that make the building sparkle and shine under the sunlight.

6.  Day Trip to Chiang Rai & White Temple 

The idea of this trip is to visit Wat Phra Kaew where the Emerald Buddha image was once enshrined, Blue Temple (Rong Sued Ten Temple); designed by the local Chiang Rai artist. Continue to visit Wat Rong Khun (White’s Temple), the unique northern Art temple.

 7. Half Day Cycling Tour to the White temple 

Focus on the lush landscape during this bike tour through Chiang Rai with a guide in the lead. You won't have to worry about directions, just pedal along and soak up the views of quaint villages and small farms along both paved and dirt roads. Finish up at the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun); you'll learn about its religious significance and history from your guide.

8. Half-Day Temples and City Private Tour of Chiang Rai 

Visit the temples of Chiang Rai on this 4-hour tour. You'll see historical sites such as Wat Phra Singh and ornate architecture like Wat Rong Khun, plus visit Oub Kham Museum to learn about the Lanna kingdom. When booking, select the tour option that matches your circumstances as either a solo or group traveler and for pickup in the city or the Golden Triangle. 4-hour city tour of Chiang Rai See the temples of Wat Phra Kaew and Wat Phra Singha Admire Lanna artifacts at the Oub Kham Museum Visit a market to see where locals do their regular shopping

9. Chiang Rai: Half-Day Tour Highlights of Chiang Rai 

This is a half day tour aimed at taking you to the main sites of Chiang Rai. Visit the main market area and Wat Phra Kaew Chiang Rai, where the famous Emerald Buddha (in Bangkok) was found in A.D. 1434. Visit also Wat Doi Thong, with its Navel Pillars, overlooking the Mae Kok River, and King Meng Rai’s Monument with its annual festival in February. Then visit Wat Rong Khun, also called “The White Temple”; inside it contains murals and paintings of the Buddha image and painted enamel ceramic floor. The outside was created with lime sculpture Thai designs decorated with small pieces of mirror that make the building sparkle and shine under the sunlight.

10. Chiang Rai : Food & Night Market Walking Tour with Local Host 

Explore Chiang Rai’s colorful night markets & sightseeing visit with a local on an evening food tour of the city on foot and by car. Bring an appetite for this small-group Chaing Rai food tour, which includes samples of local market foods and desserts, with pickup and drop-off from your Chiang Rai hotel with night sightseeing.