Private Day Tour in Doi Inthanon National Park
Experience the spectacular "Roof of Thailand" on a private full-day journey from Chiang Mai. Stand at the highest point in the country, hike through ancient mossy cloud forests on the Ang Kha Nature Trail, and take in magnificent mountain views along the Kew Mae Pan Nature Trail. You will also visit the striking Two Chedis (Royal Pagodas) and witness the thunderous power of both Wachirathan and Mae Klang Waterfalls.
At a Glance
Example Day Itinerary
Hotel Pickup & Transfer
Our guide will pick you up from your accommodation with an a/c SUV or minivan to begin the scenic drive up the mountain.
Doi Inthanon Summit & Ang Kha Nature Trail
The first stop will be the summit of Doi Inthanon, driving all the way to the top. Once the summit is visited, we will take you to the nearby Ang Kha Nature Trail which is a short boardwalk through a unique lush and mossy forest habitat.
Kew Mae Pan Nature Trail (November to May)
After enjoying the view we will embark on a beautiful nature trail called Kew Mae Pan Nature Trail. A local guide of the Hmong tribe will accompany us through unspoilt montane forests. When the skies are clear the views along this trail are magnificent.
Local Lunch
Take a break and replenish your energy after the hike by having a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.
The Two Chedis (Twin Pagodas)
We will visit the Two Chedis that have been constructed to honour the 60th birthday anniversaries of King Bhumibol Adulyadej and Queen Sirikit, offering sweeping views of the surrounding valleys.
Hmong Market
Along the way down the mountain, we will stop at a vibrant local Hmong market where fresh seasonal fruits, vegetables, and products from the Royal Project are for sale.
Pha Dok Siew Nature Trail (June to May)
During the rainy season (June to October), we hike the stunning Pha Dok Siew Nature Trail instead. A local Karen guide will lead you through lush jungle, past seasonal terraced rice paddies, and alongside a beautiful multi-tiered waterfall, concluding with a freshly brewed cup of locally grown mountain coffee.
Wachirathan & Mae Klang Waterfalls
Later on, we will continue to the Wachirathan and Mae Klang Waterfalls. Take in the thunderous power and cooling mist of these two impressive, year-round cascades.
Return Transfer to Hotel
In the late afternoon our driver will take you back down the mountain, returning you safely to your hotel in Chiang Mai.
* Because of the seasonal reasons or your preferences, the guide may suggest a different itinerary
What to Pack & Preparation Tips
- Warm Clothing: In the early morning, temperatures at the summit can drop below 10-13°C (50°F) year-round. A light jacket or sweater is highly recommended, particularly around November to February.
- Footwear: Comfortable walking or hiking shoes for the Kew Mae Pan and Ang Kha trails.
- Sun Protection & Rain Gear: A hat, sunglasses, and an umbrella or light raincoat.
How much?
All rates are per person in Thai Baht (THB) for a completely private group.
| Pax | Rate per person |
|---|---|
| 1 | 6,700 THB |
| 2 | 3,900 THB |
| 3 | 3,000 THB |
| 4 | 2,700 THB |
| 5 | 2,400 THB |
| 6 | 2,200 THB |
| 7 | 2,050 THB |
| 8 | 1,950 THB |
Reviews from our guests
By: Sienna Wu | posted Sun 5 Apr, 2026
This was a great tour led by a great guide, Nana! She was very knowledgeable and adjusted our tour to accommodate our preferences. The tour was timely, organized, and professional. Would highly recommend!
By: Tiffany Chang | posted Sat 28 Feb, 2026
Pan was great. He went at our speed, patient, answered our questions and was a great person to be around as our guide. Everything was organized and taken care of. I would recommend bringing cash to tip and for any additional purchases. A noteworthy excursion!
By: Olivier KOWARSKI | posted Fri 27 Feb, 2026
Hello,
Since you asked for my opinion, I will be completely honest with you. We felt that this day of visiting lacked authenticity.
Let me explain: first of all, the hike did not really feel like one to us. It was very short and took place among many other groups. I was expecting something more immersive and more physically engaging, especially when the word “trail” is used. I had imagined a more demanding walk, more connected to nature.
Regarding the visits to the village and the market, we mainly had the impression that we were being taken to places focused on selling products, rather than experiencing a genuine cultural encounter or discovery.
In hindsight, I probably should have gathered more detailed information before choosing this day, as it did not match what I had imagined or expected.
Best regards
Olivier
> Tour operator's response
Hi Olivier,
Thanks for taking the time to share your honest feedback. I’m sorry to hear the tour didn’t quite meet your expectations.
As you mentioned yourself, this experience may have benefited from checking a bit more detail beforehand. The itinerary on our website outlines exactly what the tour includes, the stops involved, and the specific trail that’s walked. It isn’t designed as a hiking-focused tour, but rather a mainstream day tour that combines (depending who you ask and fitness/health level) light/moderata/challenging walking with sightseeing and cultural stops.
Unfortunately, it doesn't matter which company you book this through, there aren’t any longer or more demanding official trails available. For most of our guests, the trails included works well.
Regarding the village and market stop, these are clearly listed in the itinerary as well. Many guests enjoy visiting Mae Klang Luang village, especially for the locally grown coffee, which is why our guides often include it. That said, we understand this type of stop won’t appeal to everyone.
The scenery around the village can indeed feel a bit plain during the dry season, but during the rainy season it’s usually quite spectacular with lush green rice fields on the hillsides.
After many years of running this tour, we’ve learned that it’s simply not possible to make everyone happy. What works perfectly for some guests may not be what others are looking for. Still, we really do appreciate you sharing your perspective.
By: Brad E BAKER | posted Sun 15 Feb, 2026
Awesome park, very well maintained. A little disappointed we didn't get to do the 2 hour nature hike. Our guide got us there mid afternoon. It was way to hot to go.
By: Catherine DUBLONE | posted Sun 8 Feb, 2026
Super excursion avec un super guide, Pan, qui nous a accompagné et donné de nombreuses explications !
Je recommande!!
By: Uwe Tribian | posted Fri 6 Feb, 2026
It has been an extremely enjoyable tour with a very friendly and knowledgeable tour guide Lucky. We have received a lot of valuable information and insights thanks to many details shared by Lucky. All our wishes have been heard and hence we were able to adapt the tour to our personal interests and priorities. We had enough bottles of drinking water in the car. The included snacks and the lunch were delicious. The car was in good condition and the driver was driving savely. Everything was perfectly organized. So overall we are very happy with the tour and would book it again. A great experience we will not forget!
By: Heidi Halbwirth | posted Wed 4 Feb, 2026
The tour was great, communication before was very good, pick-up was also perfect in time. We enjoyed all the activities particularely the hiking. One star less just because the guide was just ok (not really bad but also not very committed). We could see that during the hiking, the other groups got much more explanations than we got. Instead he was singing and whistling loud. Fortunately he left us after half an hour because he had lost his ticket. So he went back and met us at the endpoint of the hike in the coffee hut. Lunch was really great (but too much to eat :) ). Was a great day nontheless.
By: Cynthia S. | posted Sun 25 Jan, 2026
We attended this in a group of 4 friends, who are beginner hikers and requested for a beginner-friendly trail. The tour was amazing - hands-down, it is the highlight of our trip to Chiang Mai.
Our guide, Pun, is really nice and personable - he explained things to us along the way, recommended local snacks, checked in on us throughout the tour (especially on the nature trail) and answered all our questions. We did not get the name of our driver, but he was great too - the drive was super smooth throughout.
As first-timers to Chiang Mai, the tour itself covered locations that were tourist attractions, but they weren't overly crowded. For example, we didn't come across many people along the trail.
Overall, I would say it is a good mix of nature, local culture and the touristy vibe - super amazing, thank you!
By: Robert Laplante | posted Wed 21 Jan, 2026
Beautiful place, the elephants are well taken care of, it was a great visit and the employees were awesome. Many thanks to our guide Charly who was very helpful to explain everything
> Tour operator's response
I think you are mixing up our Doi Inthanon tour with a different one. We don't have a guide named Charly.
We also don't offer any tours to what we find as cruel and unethical places like elephant businesses. This includes the so called "elephant sanctuaries" which are old usual elephant businesses. We refuse to make profit on captive animals that are supposed to be free in wild.
> Robert Laplante
The entire trip was amazing, our guide Pun was truly helpful in describing each place we visited, he answered all of our questions and the sites we visited were awesome. Thank you for making our visit truly memorable.
By: Jo | posted Sat 17 Jan, 2026
This trip was the absolute highlight of our stay in Chiang Mai! We had a driver and a guide - Mr Lucky - who organised the day brilliantly. Our pick-up was exactly on time and the sticky rice snacks they provided on the journey were delicious. Mr Lucky was able to give us information about natural history, wildlife, geography, Buddhism (to name a few) when appropriate whilst walking and viewing spectacular scenery - the waterfalls were our personal favourite. Lunch was great too, with the variety of dishes provided. We would thoroughly recommend this tour. Thank you for such a special day - and taking some excellent photos and videos for us :)