Doi Suthep Sunrise Temple Visit
Beat the tour buses with a sunrise tuk-tuk up the mountain to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep.
Southeast Asia·Thailand
Chiang Mai
A walled old city stitched together by hundreds of temples, surrounded by jungle, waterfalls, and ethical elephant sanctuaries. Northern Thai food is its own world, khao soi, sai ua, sticky rice with everything.
Best time to visit
November–February, dry, cool, and clear. Avoid March–April burning season if you have respiratory issues.
Rough cost
Budget: roughly $30–55/day including a fan-cooled guesthouse, street food, and a scooter rental.
Things to do
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Northern Thai Cooking Class with Market Tour
Half-day class covering khao soi, sai ua, and three classic curries, starting at a local morning market.