Doi Inthanon Summit, Waterfalls & Hill Tribe Day Tour - Driver Only | Chiang Mai
Escape the city and explore Doi Inthanon, Thailand’s highest mountain. This full-day tour from Chiang Mai takes you into a stunning national park filled with nature trails, waterfalls, and cool mountain air. Walk through the misty Angka Nature Trail, visit the iconic Twin Pagodas built to honor the Thai monarchy, and enjoy panoramic views from the top. Experience local culture with a stop at a Karen Hill Tribe village where you’ll learn about their traditions and enjoy freshly brewed mountain coffee. Wrap up your journey with a visit to the powerful Wachirathan Waterfall before heading back to Chiang Mai.
- Reach the summit of Doi Inthanon, Thailand’s highest point at 2,565 meters
- Admire panoramic views from the iconic Twin Royal Pagodas
- Explore the Angka Nature Trail, home to rare alpine flora and moss-covered trees
- Connect with Karen Hill Tribe locals at Mae Klang Luang village
- Witness the power of Wachirathan Waterfall cascading through the jungle
Package Options
Private & Shared Cars
| Charter type | 1-day charter |
Product Info
— What You Can Expect —
Looking for a private driver that can take you around?
Experience an unforgettable road trip through Northern Thailand with your own private driver with hotel pickup included. This full-day adventure takes you from Chiang Mai to the breathtaking heights of Doi Inthanon National Park, home to Thailand’s tallest peak. Breathe in the fresh mountain air at the summit of Doi Inthanon, then stroll the mystical Angka Nature Trail, a lush boardwalk through misty cloud forests teeming with moss, orchids, and ferns—perfect for nature lovers and photographers.
Continue to the elegant Twin Royal Pagodas, built in honor of the late King and Queen, offering panoramic views over beautifully landscaped gardens and rolling valleys. After lunch at a local Thai restaurant (own expense), immerse yourself in cultural discovery with a visit to the Karen Hill Tribe village in Mae Klang Luang, where you’ll see traditional mountain life and sustainable coffee farming up close.
End your day at the spectacular Wachirathan Waterfall, where powerful cascades make for a memorable final stop before a scenic drive back to Chiang Mai.
Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of exploring with a comfortable, hotel-pickup, air-conditioned vehicle and a basic English-speaking driver—ideal for travelers seeking an authentic, self-paced road trip experience without a tour guide.
— Important Info —
- Bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and cash for entrance fees and lunch
- This tour operates in all weather conditions
- There is no guide
- Free pick-up areas for Private Tour: Your accommodation in major areas of downtown Chiang Mai within a 5 km radius of the Tha Pae Gate (Chiang Mai City area), the Old City Wall in Chiang Mai province, and the surrounding areas of the Old City Wall in Chiang Mai province including Chang Klan Road, Thapae Road, Wua Lai Road in the zones of the Night Bazaar, Ton Lam Yai Market, and Warorot Market (Kad Luang).
- The driver will contact you the evening before your activity date to confirm the exact pickup time. Please check your email for the update.
- Meeting point: If your hotel is outside the free pickup area, the designated meeting point is the McDonald’s at Thapae Gate in Chiang Mai Old City. Your tour guide will be holding a TripGuru sign waiting for you.
Reach the highest point in Thailand and take a photo with the iconic summit sign.
Enjoy a peaceful boardwalk trail through a cool, misty cloud forest rich in biodiversity.
Admire the King and Queen’s pagodas, surrounded by colorful gardens and mountain views.
Visit a local Karen village to learn about their culture and taste freshly brewed mountain coffee.
Witness the thundering 80-meter-high waterfall—one of the park’s most impressive sights.
What You Can Expect
Purchase Notice
- Bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and cash for entrance fees and lunch
- This tour operates in all weather conditions
- Free pick-up areas for Private Tour: Your accommodation in major areas of downtown Chiang Mai within a 5 km radius of the Tha Pae Gate (Chiang Mai City area), the Old City Wall in Chiang Mai province, and the surrounding areas of the Old City Wall in Chiang Mai province including Chang Klan Road, Thapae Road, Wua Lai Road in the zones of the Night Bazaar, Ton Lam Yai Market, and Warorot Market (Kad Luang).
- The driver will contact you the evening before your activity date to confirm the exact pickup time. Please check your email for the update.
- Meeting point: If your hotel is outside the free pickup area, the designated meeting point is the McDonald’s at Thapae Gate in Chiang Mai Old City. Your tour guide will be holding a TripGuru sign waiting for you.
Includes/Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (within selected zones)
- Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
- Basic English-speaking driver
- Glass bottle of drinking water
- Basic Accident Insurance coverage
- Carbon emissions offset credits
- Tour guide
- Food and beverages
- Entrance fees (Doi Inthanon National Park 300 THB, Twin Pagoda 100 THB )
Reminders
In case of delays caused by traffic, weather, or other force majeure factors resulting in the cancellation of some itinerary attractions, please contact customer service. We will arrange a partial refund for you
Travelers with the following conditions or other health issues that could be worsened by excessive stimulation should not participate in this activity: Heart disease, Acrophobia, High blood pressure, Asthma, Pregnant women, Epilepsy
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present the e-voucher on-site
Pickup Point
Location Name: Free pick-up areas for Private Tour
Address: Chiang Mai, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai, ThailandExperience Location
Location Name: Doi Inthanon National Park
Address: Doi Inthanon National Park, Ban Luang, Chom Thong District, Chiang Mai, ThailandCancellation Policy
- Cancellations 2 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–1 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.
