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Chiang Mai Tour Ancient City of Hariphunchai

Location Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand, Thailand
$59
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

There’s just no other way to say it… Lamphun is Northern Thailand’s best-kept secret.

This experience is designed for travelers who want more than “temple hopping.” You’ll visit Lamphun’s most meaningful landmarks, iconic chedis, elegant Lanna architecture, and story-rich historical sites—while your guide brings the city to life with context, legends, and the little details most visitors miss when they go alone.

And because the best way to understand a place is to taste it too… added a mini food tour along the way. You’ll try 4 must-eat local favorites, perfectly paced between sightseeing stops.

Anyone can “see” a temple. But on this tour, your guide will help you understand what you’re looking at—why the details matter, what the symbols mean, and which stories locals still tell today (the versions you won’t find on signboards).

All you have to do is show up, relax, and let your guide connect the dots—the history, the symbols, the hidden details… and the best snacks.
Chiang Mai Tour Ancient City of Hariphunchai
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours

  • Brunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Admission fee
  • Private transportation
  • Soda/Pop
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Gratuities

Meeting point
Please wait in front of Starbucks Maya Shopping Mall at 7.00 AM.
Return details
Please wait in front of Starbucks Maya Shopping Mall at 7.00 AM.

  • Maya Lifestyle Shopping Center
    Meeting point: Starbucks (MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center) at 7:15 AM. Please arrive 5–10 minutes early so we can check in and start on time.
  • Doi Khun Tan National Park
    Visiting Kun Tan Tunnel at Doi Khun Tan National park.
  • Khun Tan Tunnel
    Visit Khun Tan Tunnel, the longest railway tunnel in Thailand (approx. 1,352 meters). Surrounded by forest and fresh mountain air, it’s a quick stop that’s great for photos, a short walk, and a bit of Thai railway history.
  • The Tha Chomphu White Bridge
    Stop at Tha Chomphu White Bridge, a local Lamphun landmark with classic character and gorgeous river views. It’s a perfect quick walk-and-photo moment—and our guide will explain the history and the little details most visitors miss.
  • Wat Phra That Hariphunchai
    Wat Phra That Hariphunchai is Lamphun’s most important temple—and one of Northern Thailand’s true cultural highlights. Centered around a magnificent golden chedi believed to enshrine a sacred Buddha relic, the temple combines elegant Lanna architecture with a calm, beautifully maintained atmosphere. It’s the kind of place that feels both meaningful and memorable: peaceful to visit, impressive to photograph, and perfect for anyone who wants a more refined, authentic experience beyond the usual tourist stops.
  • Hariphunchai National Museum
    Hariphunchai National Museum is the best place to understand Lamphun beyond the temples. The exhibits take you through the ancient Hariphunchai Kingdom with beautifully displayed Buddha images, stone inscriptions, terracotta pieces, and archaeological finds from the region. It’s calm, air-conditioned, and thoughtfully curated—perfect for a refined cultural stop that adds real meaning to what you’re seeing at Wat Phra That Hariphunchai and around town.
  • Phra Nang Chamthewi Statue
    Visit the Phra Nang Chamathewi Monument, a landmark honoring Lamphun’s iconic queen and the origins of the ancient Hariphunchai Kingdom. It’s a great photo stop—and our guide will bring the history to life with the local version of the story.
  • Wat San Pa Yang Luang
    Wat San Pa Yang Luang is one of Lamphun’s most beautiful Lanna-style temples—elegant, detailed, and quietly impressive.
  • Ku Chang-Ku Ma
    Ku Chang looks simple at first—but it holds one of Lamphun’s most fascinating legends from the Hariphunchai era. We’ll visit briefly, and our guide will explain the surprising history behind it (and why locals still pay respect here).
  • Wat Chamthewi Temple (Wat Ku Kut)
    Wat Chamadevi (also called Wat Ku Kut) is one of Lamphun’s most atmospheric temples—and it comes with a seriously good story. The grounds are quiet and local, with old brickwork, shady trees, and a peaceful “step back in time” feeling. It’s a beautiful stop if you want something historic, less crowded, and full of character—perfect for travelers who love culture with a calm, authentic vibe.
  • Maya Lifestyle Shopping Center
    Drop-off back to Starbucks Maya Lifestyle Shopping Center.

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Chiang Mai Tour Ancient City of Hariphunchai

    Location Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand, Thailand
    $59
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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