One Day in Chiang Mai: Two Mae Hia Itineraries (Culture & Family)

Both routes work by car or ride-hailing app and cover about 25 km. Every stop is in or near Mae Hia, so you spend less time on the road and more time at each place.

Culture

1. 07:30
   Wat Phra That Doi KhamPay respects and take in the morning view
2. 09:30
   Mae Hia community marketNorthern-style breakfast
3. 11:00
   Rice fields below the hillsCycle along the irrigation canal
4. 13:00
   Royal Park RajapruekHo Kham Luang and international gardens
5. 17:30
   Mountain-view caféSunset behind Doi Suthep

Family

1. 09:00
   Royal Park RajapruekTram ride around the park
2. 12:00
   Lunch near RajapruekRestaurant with field views
3. 14:00
   Convention CentreCheck for fairs or exhibitions
4. 16:30
   Wat Phra That Doi KhamHilltop view before dusk
5. 19:00
   Chiang Mai Night SafariNight tram safari

Before you go

Dress modestly for temples, check current opening hours and fees, carry an umbrella in the rainy season, and start early to avoid the afternoon heat.