Chiang Mai: Chiang Rai Temples and Museum Small-Group Tour

4.5 (4 reviews) Chiang Mai, Thailand
Duration12h - 13h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesThai, English
Group sizeUp to 13 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The "Black House, White Temple, and Blue Temple - One Day Trip" offers a rich cultural experience in Chiang Rai, visiting three iconic landmarks. Wat Rong Khun (White Temple) dazzles with its modern Thai art and symbolism of purity. Wat Rong Suea Ten (Blue Temple) features vivid blue interiors and intricate designs, while Baan Dam Museum (Black House) presents unique architecture and art by Thawan Duchanee. The tour includes a stop at Maekhachan Hot Spring, lunch, and round-trip transportation with an English-speaking guide. It’s ideal for exploring Chiang Rai’s artistic and cultural highlights in a single day.

Options

Standard Tour: Excl. Entry Fee

Pickup included

Karen Visit: Excl. Entry Fee

Long Neck Karen Visit
Pickup included

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Accident Insurance.
  • English-Speaking Tour Guide
  • Karen Long Neck Visit (optional, 300 THB pay on spot)
  • Luggage or Big Backpack (larger than 20 liters) loading (500 THB/piece)
  • White Temple + Black House (mandatory, 180 THB/person) *** Will be 280 THB from January 1, 2026, as the White Temple entry fee will increase by 100 THB.

What to expect

  1. Mae Khachan Hot Spring
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Mae Khachan Hot Spring, in Wiang Pa Pao, Chiang Rai, is a popular stop between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai. Visitors can soak their feet or boil eggs in the natural hot spring pools. Surrounded by greenery, it offers a peaceful break for travelers. The site includes vendors selling snacks and souvenirs, along with shaded seating for relaxation. Its convenient location makes it a great stop on a road trip.
  2. Wat Rong Khun
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Wat Rong Khun, or the White Temple, is a stunning contemporary art-inspired Buddhist temple in Chiang Rai, Thailand. Designed by artist Chalermchai Kositpipat, it stands out with its all-white façade symbolizing purity and intricate glass mosaics representing wisdom and enlightenment. The temple blends traditional Thai architecture with modern elements, including unconventional murals featuring pop culture icons. Visitors enter through a bridge over a "sea of suffering," symbolizing the path to nirvana. Inside, the ornate main hall showcases detailed artworks and cultural themes. Wat Rong Khun is both a spiritual site and an artistic masterpiece, attracting visitors worldwide for its uniqueness.
  3. Wat Rong Seur Ten (Blue Temple)
    40m · Admission ticket included
    Wat Rong Suea Ten, known as the Blue Temple, is a striking Buddhist temple in Chiang Rai, Thailand, famous for its vivid blue and gold color scheme. Designed by a protégé of Chalermchai Kositpipat, the creator of the White Temple, it blends traditional Thai architecture with modern artistic elements. The temple's intricate decorations include detailed carvings and a stunning white Buddha statue at its center, symbolizing purity and enlightenment. The rich blue interiors create a serene and mystical ambiance. "Suea Ten" translates to "Dancing Tiger," referencing local legends. This temple is a must-visit for its beauty and cultural significance.
  4. Baan Dam Museum
    50m · Admission ticket included
    Baan Dam Museum, or the Black House Museum, is an eclectic art installation and museum in Chiang Rai, Thailand, created by the late Thai artist Thawan Duchanee. Unlike traditional museums, Baan Dam consists of over 40 unique black-themed structures showcasing a mix of Lanna-style architecture and unconventional designs. The museum houses a diverse collection of artwork, animal bones, skins, and sculptures, reflecting themes of life, death, and spirituality. Known for its dark, thought-provoking atmosphere, Baan Dam explores the balance between beauty and mortality. It offers visitors a glimpse into Thawan's creative mind and serves as a significant cultural and artistic landmark.

    After this museum, we will travel back to Chiang Mai and you can choose to join an optional Karen Long Neck visit (300 THB extra fee) This activity takes 30 minutes. Guests who don't join the activity can walk around the area. (This optional activity time is separated from the visit time at Baan Dam Museum)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please wait for the van in front of Starbucks, Maya Lifestyle Shopping Center.

Meeting point

Please wait for the van in front of McDonald's at Imm Thapae Hotel.

End point

Please wait for the van in front of Starbucks, Maya Lifestyle Shopping Center.

End point

Please wait for the van in front of McDonald's at Imm Thapae Hotel.

Pickup details

The pickup time will be given based on your hotel location.

Please select a hotel from the provided list if it is available.

If you need to enter the hotel details manually, please provide both (1) hotel name, and (2) hotel address or Google Map link.

If it is not a hotel, please provide (1) the property name, (2) address, (3) Google Map link, and send us (4) the property photo after your booking.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please be aware that the length of the tour as a whole includes travel time.

Cancellation policy

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

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