Passeios por Huay Teung Thao Reservoir

I have one more stop. We will visit two temples and a village. Wat Phalet is a 700-year-old temple, and its pagoda appears very ancient. In Hill Tribes Village, I saw many aboriginal people dressed in traditional attire. I also gave a young girl my Marathon Medal as a gift.

Nuttaya was absolutely the best guide. She never rushed us while exploring three different temples, was very informative, and super kind. I met her on a different tour, but she offered to peel some longan for me. If you are with her, please, please ASK FOR RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE BEST SOUVENIRS TO BRING BACK HOME. She is amazing. The tour starts early (pitch dark), but it is so beautiful. Let Nuttaya take your photos — literally the best guide a solo female traveler could have.

It was an excellent experience. Our guide Tom explained the basics of Buddhism to us. Wat Pha Lat was closed due to meditation, so we visited Wat Umong.

Our guide, New, was incredibly professional and charming. She shared a wealth of knowledge and history about Wat Phra That Doi Suthep. For the Hmong village, I recommend walking to the mountaintop for coffee, but you'll have to pass through a very ordinary and small museum along the way.

Because it rained for the entire 3-hour hike that day, the trail conditions required extra attention. However, for sections requiring hands and feet, I believe children over 10 years old could also hike if the weather were better. Along the way, the guide will monitor the trail conditions and clear obstacles in advance. The scenery is beautiful. If you want to spend half a day experiencing Chiang Mai's nature, this is highly recommended. We left the city around 9:30 AM and returned around 3:30 PM. During this time, we first visited Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, then began the 3-hour hike, and finally ended at a cozy cafe with coffee and food. After an hour of rest, we drove back. It is recommended to bring mosquito repellent, a change of clothes, sufficient water, and a raincoat.

It was a REAL adventure!! Firstly, be aware that this tour is definitely NOT for everyone, especially for those who rarely exercise. However, for travelers who used to do casual hiking and biking (not necessarily mountain biking), and hope to have some adventures outside of Chiang Mai old town, don't hesitate, you will like this tour! Nice natural sceneries, meals both before and after the hike/ride, and friendly guides!:)

ผสมผสานระหว่างชาวอังกฤษเป็นส่วนใหญ่และชาวเอเชียไม่กี่คนเช่นพวกเรา ไกด์นำเที่ยวสามารถอธิบายและแบ่งปันประวัติศาสตร์ของสถานที่ด้วยภาษาจีนกลางที่เข้าใจง่าย ช่วยคุณแม่ของฉันที่มีปัญหาในการเคลื่อนไหวให้ขึ้นบันไดเลื่อนไปยังวัดพระธาตุดอยสุเทพ สนุกกับการทัวร์ครึ่งวัน พึงพอใจ

Un comienzo muy temprano, pero valió la pena por el hermoso amanecer en la montaña y la oportunidad de meditar con los monjes. Nuestro guía, Tai, fue muy conocedor y amable. Todos los arreglos para la reserva, confirmación y recogida fueron sin problemas.