Top 15 Lunch Experiences in Chiang Mai

1.White, Red/Black & Blue Temples Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,017 reviews · 12 hours · from $33Our pick

Travel from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai by air-conditioned van for Wat Rong Khun, the Blue Temple, Huay Pla Kang Temple, and Baan Dam Museum, with lunch and a guide. Expect a 12-hour day, about six hours on the road, and an optional Karen village visit.

“Our trip was amazing, guide was super nice and she told us everything in detail. The places we visited are magical and a must have. Also the food provided was sooooo good, we didn't know what to start with first. Overall fantastic trip.”

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2.Doi Inthanon Private Tour with Trek & Lunch from Chiang Mai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 622 reviews · from $135Top rated

You’ll visit Thailand’s highest point, Wachirathan Falls, the Twin Pagodas, Ban Mae Klang Luang, and Pha Dok Seaw Waterfall. Guides such as Tong, M, Yut, and Ekky are praised for local insight, careful driving, photography help, and flexible pacing. Lunch, hotel pickup, and a private vehicle are included.

“Our tour guide, Yut was amazing! He picked us up at our resort and was prepared for anything. Had umbrellas, snacks, water, and even toilet paper for me because he knew the women’s bathroom never had it. He was respectful, knowledgeable and a great driver. During the trek portion to a hill tribe and were led by a man named Monk. He was patient, knowledgeable and had a good sense of humor! He told us all about his family‘s history and the changes that have been made in the area to support his tribe. We had delicious homegrown coffee and fantastic organic lunch at his village. I would highly recommend…”

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3.Doi Inthanon National Park, Waterfall & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 301 reviews

Spend a full day in Doi Inthanon National Park with an English-speaking guide such as Joe, Billy, Nammy, or Alex. Visit waterfalls, Thailand’s highest point, the twin pagodas, and a Karen village, with lunch, hotel pickup, and a small group of up to 10.

“jacke is a fantastic guide! tahnk you for your patience and teaching us so many things!”

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4.Doi inthanon National Park + 2Hour Fantastic Trekking with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 233 reviews · from $50

Spend about 11 hours exploring Doi Inthanon with an English-speaking guide, a two-hour seasonal trek, twin royal pagodas, Karen and Hmong communities, lunch, and Wachirathan Falls. Guides such as Mit Mew, New, and Yo-yo are praised for keeping the day organized and explaining the park well.

“Nice full-day visit to the National Park. Our guide Reena did a great job keeping us together and on track throughout the day. Walking around the waterfall was a nice way to end the day.”

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5.Doi Saket Hiking Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 211 reviews · 1 day · from $57

Join Troy and his local team for a small-group jungle trek east of Chiang Mai. Walk from a mountain village through steep, sometimes slippery forest trails, learn about edible herbs and wildlife, eat a homemade lunch, and cool off beneath a secluded waterfall.

“We had the most amazing day- the highlight of our Chiang Mai visit! Our guide was so friendly and knowledgeable, and it was really interesting learning about different plants and animals along the way. A good level of fitness is required and appropriate hiking shoes/clothes and water- we hiked for about 5.5 hours in total (approx 9km). The pace was good with regular breaks, and we felt very safe at all times. They provided a delicious packed lunch and kindly provided drinks and fresh fruit at the end. Washing in the waterfall was also really cool! Overall we can’t recommend this activity enough if you are looking for a day…”

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6.Inthanon Day Trip from Chiang Mai with Lunch – Group or Private

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 182 reviews · from $81

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring Doi Inthanon with a guide such as Aom, Tui, or Ekk. Visit Thailand’s highest point, Ang Ka Nature Trail, the Twin Pagodas, Wachirathan Falls, and a Karen village with local coffee. Lunch, park fees, transport, and Chiang Mai pickup are included.

“Fue un día magnífico. Em, nuestro guía y su conductor fueron muy amables y complacientes. Incluso modificaron un poco el tour para que pudiésemos bañarnos en el río del parque nacional. Nos dieron agua cuanta quisimos y comimos en un lugar en mitad del parque rodeadas de selva.Fue todo impresionante. Pocos guías tienen tanta amabilidad. Un 10.”

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7.Chiang Rai Day Tour from Chiang Mai: White Temple & More w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 78 reviews · from $42

Travel from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai in an air-conditioned van with an English-speaking guide. Visit the White Temple, Blue Temple, Baan Dam Museum, and Wat Huay Pla Kang, with an optional Longneck Karen Village stop. Lunch, water, admission fees, insurance, and downtown hotel transfers are included.

“Great trip but horribly uncomfortable in the van I scooted over so 2 others. Old sit in front and lost all legroom. 3 Paris old ladies talked loudly the entire 12.5 hour day. They spoke over the guide and left trash everywhere. The activities were great but no explanation or history given. We just get out and time given to be back for pick up. We saw the same people at every stop as I believe most tours take the same route! Lastly, during hot part of day, air in car sucked. We all were sweating bad. Also, sun beating on me on right side on the way back. Could…”

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8.Wow! Doi Inthanon National Park Adventure, Lunch & Entry Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 57 reviews · from $49

Travel from Chiang Mai to Doi Inthanon with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, waterfall stops, a Karen village, twin pagodas, lunch, and a short summit walk. Guides such as Nami, Aom, Yoyo, and Q have earned special praise for friendly, clear commentary.

“The tour is amazing.So much to see .Highlights were the twin pagoda and the waterfalls.Guide New was amazing”

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9.Zipline & High Rope Park with Lunch & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 32 reviews · 4 hours · from $32

You’ll spend four hours at Phoenix Adventure Park in Mae Rim, choosing zipline or high rope challenges before lunch, a tiny train ride, and time with sheep and fish. English and Thai-speaking staff, hotel transfers, gloves, equipment, and first aid insurance are included.

“It was good, we only did the option A. Which is about 30 minutes of ziplining, but we had food & relaxed saw the animals and sat in the cafe whilst we waited for our van. All the staff were very kind and friendly”

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10.Zipline adventure with lunch & city hotel pickup

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 16 reviews · 4 hours · from $46

Head to Mae Rim for a four-hour canopy adventure with 45 platforms, ziplines, climbing obstacles, lunch, water, gloves, and city pickup. Choose from small, medium, or large high-ropes routes, or the two zipline tracks. English, Thai, and Chinese instruction is available.

“Plus de 45€ pour 35 min accrobranche, un puis un petit train pour enfant de 5 ans, pour allez à un très agréable restaurant . Et manger un riz frit à 70 bath puis reprendre le petit train pour remonter jusqu’à la sortie , c’est juste une arnaque à ne PAS FAIRE….”

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11.Inthanon Small-Group with Kew Mae Pan Trail from Chiang Mai include Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · from $113

Spend about eight hours exploring Doi Inthanon with an English-speaking guide, stopping at Wachirathan Waterfall, Mae Klang Luang village, Royal Project gardens, and the Kew Mae Pan Trail. You’ll also reach Thailand’s highest summit. Lunch, park fees, snacks, transport, and selected hotel pickup are included.

“We really can't say enough good things about this trip. Our guide, Toi, was one of the most knowledgeable, well-spoken and kindest guides I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. He provided a wealth of local knowledge and interesting coRead more”

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12.Buffalo Soldier Trail Mountain Biking Tour from Chiang Mai with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $113

You’ll ride the Buffalo Soldier Trail outside Chiang Mai with a small group of up to five, using a premium full-suspension YT Jeffsy and protective gear. Guides such as Kom, Lek, and Lungchai offer riding tips, photos, and steady support on a demanding route with coffee, lunch, snacks, and hotel pickup.

“Highly recommend this ride event, it was a much harder ride than expected but really enjoyable. My guide, Kom, was very friendly and took lots of photos and videos, which were much appreciated. Very enjoyable day and next next in Chiangmai I will join again.”

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13.Sticky Watefall private tour with lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 11 reviews · 1 day · from $45

Meet your English or Thai-speaking guide in Chiang Mai for a private trip to Bua Tong Sticky Waterfalls. You’ll climb the unusual falls, stop for photos, and eat Thai food at a local restaurant. Guides such as Eddie, M, and Katoon are praised for friendly help and strong photography.

“Eddie is really great very informative very professional no Salada history about Lana culture and Chiang Mai he took us to many places which we wouldn't have been able to go or see if it wasn't for Eddie I highly recommend him to be a tour guide he's very knowledgeable and has a great assistant m who's also very helpful. I even went out of his way and provided us with different kind of snacks the lunch was amazing at the local restaurant he took us to a beautiful coffee shop with a great view of the mountains overall our experience got better and better due to Eddie being our…”

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14.Doi Suthep Tour: Trekking at Doi Inthanon National Park with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $159

Spend 9 to 10 hours with a private guide visiting Wat Phra That Doi Suthep and trekking in Doi Inthanon National Park with a local tribe to Wachiratharn waterfall. Pickup, transport, bottled water, and buffet lunch are included.

“We took the Doi Inthanon private tour, and he made the experience unforgettable. He picked us up with snacks and cold drinks and took care of absolutely everything—we didn’t need to bring a thing.”

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15.Chiang Mai City Life Style (Half day, No lunch)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · from $130

Spend four hours with an English-speaking guide exploring Wat Chai Mongkhon, the Mae Ping River, Warorot Market, and Wat Phra Singh. A private vehicle, long-tail boat, Sam-Lor trishaw, bottled water, and entrance fees are included. No lunch is provided.

“Tour guide never showed up for tour and after several attempts to contact her she finally responded and said she doesnt check email and did not know there was a tour.”

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