Chiang Mai: Doi Suthep & Wat Pha Lat by Local Red Truck Discount Tickets

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Overview

Ride a shared red truck to Doi Suthep and Wat Pha Lat on this easy, unguided half-day trip with three daily departures: a simple, affordable way to explore Chiang Mai’s mountain highlights. • Ride a local red truck for an easy, authentic Chiang Mai travel experience • Visit the iconic Doi Suthep and enjoy sweeping panoramic views • Discover Wat Pha Lat, a serene forest temple hidden in the jungle • Walk an easy nature trail to Huay Kaew Waterfall • Private or small shared unguided experience with three daily departures • Note: Wat Pha Lat will be temporarily closed to all visitors from 26-27 August 2026 for a Buddhist Lent meditation retreat.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Wiang Kaew Road, Chang Wat Chiang Mai, 50000, Thailand

Shared Option: Our driver will be waiting for you at Discova Day Tour Shop Chiang Mai. Shop Address: Discova Day Tour Shop Chiang Mai: 10/3 Wiang Kaew Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Muang, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand.

Pickup Information

Private Option: The hotel pickup and drop off is included for any hotel in Chiang Mai City. Please kindly share your hotel name and address for well arrangement.

Itinerary

1. Discova Day Tour Shop Chiang Mai
Discover Chiang Mai’s mountain temples the easy, hassle-free way with three daily departures! Meet at the Discova Day Tour Shop and hop into a shared red songthaew - Chiang Mai's favourite local passenger truck - for a relaxed ride toward the forested foothills of Doi Suthep. If you’ve booked the private option, you’ll enjoy direct hotel pickup and drop off within Chiang Mai.
Duration: 15 mins
2. Huay Keaw Waterfall
Your first stop is Huay Kaew Waterfall, a peaceful escape just outside the city. Take a short nature walk, enjoy the cool forest air, and follow the easy trail that leads toward the next highlight.
Duration: 40 mins
3. Wat Pha Lat
Your journey continues to Wat Pha Lat, a serene jungle temple tucked quietly along the mountainside. Wander through forest paths, stone bridges, and gentle waterfalls as you explore the temple grounds at your own pace. There is no guiding, just time to take in the calm atmosphere, sculptures, shrines, and the lush forest setting that makes this temple so special.
Duration: 60 mins
4. Wat Phra That Doi Suthep
Continue up the winding mountain road to the highlight of your trip: Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Chiang Mai’s most iconic temple. Climb the famous 306-step Naga staircase or take the cable car to reach the golden chedi at the top. Enjoy panoramic views from the terrace, wander around the temple complex, and take in the spiritual atmosphere of this 14th-century landmark.
Duration: 80 mins
5. Discova Day Tour Shop Chiang Mai
After your visit, ride back to Chiang Mai in the same shared red truck. With flexible departures and no need for a guide or private transport, this unguided half-day trip is a simple, affordable, and convenient way to explore a waterfall, a jungle temple, and the city’s most famous mountain shrine.
Duration: 40 mins

Inclusion

Shared roundtrip transportation by local red songthaew

Free-time exploration of Wat Pha Lat

Short forest walk at Huay Kaew Waterfall

Visit to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep

Scenic ride up Doi Suthep Mountain

Exclusion

Gratuities

Entrance Fee of Wat Prathat Doi Suthep (ticket price around 30 Thai Bath)

Entrance Fee of Huay Kaew Waterfall around THB100 per person.

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cable car ticket at Doi Suthep and other entrance fees

Supplied by Discova Thailand

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