Chiang Mai Small-Group Night Market Food Tour by Red Truck

Chiang Mai, Thailand
Duration2h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesThai, English
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore Chiang Mai’s lively night markets on a small-group street food tour guided by a local foodie. Walk past food stalls, compare vendors, learn how locals choose dishes, use condiments, share food, and order with Thai phrases. Taste northern Thai favorites such as Laab Muang Moo, Gaeng Hung Lay, Nam Prik Ong, and Khao Soi while discovering how Lanna flavors shape daily meals. Continue with Thai desserts such as Khanom Krok, Bua Loy, and Khanom Chan, each linked to local traditions. Ride between market areas by songthaew, Chiang Mai’s iconic shared red truck. Receive food notes and practical tips to explore Thai markets with more confidence after the tour. Ideal for food lovers, couples, solo travelers, families, and groups.

What's included

  • Bottled drinking water
  • English-speaking guide
  • Hotel transfer from Chiang Mai Old Town within a 5 km radius.
  • Selected food tastings
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Additional food items not included in the tastings
  • Tips and personal expenses

What to expect

  1. Chiang Mai
    2h
    Follow your local foodie guide through two popular evening markets, combining walking exploration with rides by Chiang Mai’s iconic red truck.
    Taste Chiang Mai street food favorites, including northern Thai dishes, noodles, snacks, Thai desserts, and local market bites.
    Learn how locals choose food stalls, add condiments, share dishes, and order food in Thai along the way.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Or, you can also get picked up from anywhere in Chiang Mai Old Town. When you arrive, you will see our easily identifiable meeting point with our welcoming staff. Please proceed to check in, kindly provide your name and booking number.

End point

Or, you can also get picked up from anywhere in Chiang Mai Old Town. When you arrive, you will see our easily identifiable meeting point with our welcoming staff. Please proceed to check in, kindly provide your name and booking number.

Pickup details

Hotel pickup and drop-off are available for hotels in Chiang Mai Old Town within a 5 km radius. Pickup time is between 6:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
If you are not using the pickup service, please arrive at the meeting point by 6:30 p.m.
The tour operator will confirm the exact pick-up time via email. Please check your email before the tour date. Please plan to meet the driver in your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.
You may be considered a no-show if you arrive more than 10 minutes late or after the vehicle has left your hotel.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please let us know about any dietary restrictions when booking. This tour cannot accommodate vegetarian meals.
  • Sample tasting menu includes 8–10 different dishes, such as Laab Muang Moo, Gaeng Hung Lay, Nam Prik Ong, Khao Soi, Spicy Fried Chicken Salad, Tom Saap, Nam Tok Moo, Thai Papaya Salad, Braised Pork Rice, Khanom Krok, Bua Loy, and Khanom Chan. Menu items may change depending on market availability.
  • The itinerary is subject to change. Times shown are approximate and may vary depending on pickup, drop-off, traffic, market conditions, and transit times between activities.
  • Guests who are pregnant or have diabetes, epilepsy, or medical conditions affecting the heart, lungs, kidneys, or liver should consult a doctor before joining the tour.
  • On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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