3-day itinerary · Chiang Mai
3 Days in Chiang Mai: First-Time Highlights
This plan suits first-time visitors who want a mix of temple sightseeing, hands-on culture and outdoor experiences. Three days pair guided exploration with cooking, elephant observation and a waterfall outing, followed by food, city sights and entertainment.
Customize this with AIDay 1: Temples and Thai flavours
Begin with temple highlights, then explore local food through a cooking class and an evening street-food tour.
Morning
Chiang Mai Best City Tour with Doi Suthep, Pha Lat & Chedi Luang
Explore historic temples on a guided city tour for an introduction to Chiang Mai’s religious and architectural heritage.
Afternoon
Half-Day Thai Cooking Class at Organic Farm in Chiang Mai
Cook Thai dishes in an organic-farm setting, adding a hands-on cultural experience to your first day.
Evening
Small-Group Chiang Mai Evening Street Food Tour
Explore evening street-food markets with a guide, discovering local flavours beyond the cooking classroom.
Day 2: Elephants and local craftsmanship
Combine elephant observation and a waterfall visit with jewellery making and an evening tuk-tuk tour.
Morning
Chiang Mai Half Day Elephant Sanctuary Observation and Waterfall
Observe elephants and visit a waterfall, bringing wildlife and outdoor scenery into your introduction to Chiang Mai.
Afternoon
Silver Jewelry Making Class in Chiang Mai
Try silver jewellery making for a creative, hands-on counterpoint to guided sightseeing.
Evening
Chiang Mai Temples and Market Tuk Tuk Night Tour
Explore temples and a market by tuk-tuk, experiencing another side of the city after your daytime activities.
Day 3: Waterfalls and cultural encounters
Round out your visit with a waterfall adventure, Buddhist cultural exploration and a cabaret experience.
Morning
Half Day Chiangmai Bua Tong Sticky Waterfall Tour
Climb the Sticky Waterfall for an active outdoor experience that contrasts with the city’s temples and markets.
Afternoon
Chiang Mai Temple & Meditation Walking Tour with a Former Monk 1
Join a former monk for temple exploration and meditation, deepening your understanding of Buddhist culture.
Evening
Chiang Mai: Ladyboy Cabaret – Stories, Dinner and Sparkle
Finish with cabaret and stories, adding performance and entertainment to your first-time highlights.
Experiences are supplied by our partner Viator and booked on their site. Check times, prices and availability before you go.