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Let our local experts guide you through a handpicked selection of things to do on a private tour. Think hidden gems, insider stories, and all the local vibes. Ready to find your private tour of Chiang Mai? Your adventure-packed day is just one click away!

Top 5 tours in Chiang Mai

Make your stay in Chiang Mai complete with these things to do

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    Portrait from local Naphat - Spiritual Tour Guide, Ex-Buddhist Nun and Trained Guide For All Accessible tourism
    Portrait from local Kamutnadda - I'm historian and food lover.
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    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Chiang Mai

    441 reviews
    3 hours | City highlights tours | Chiang Mai

    Want to see the best of Chiang Mai? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Chiang Mai!

    €35.38 per person
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    Portrait from local Kamutnadda - I'm historian and food lover.
    Portrait from local Richard - Experience Chiang Mai’s flavors and wonders with Richard, your private guide
    Choose your favorite local

    The 10 Tastings of Chiang Mai: Street Food

    304 reviews
    3 hours | Food tours | Chiang Mai

    Ready to taste the best food in Chiang Mai? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Chiang Mai.

    €37.37 per person
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    Portrait from local Naphat - Spiritual Tour Guide, Ex-Buddhist Nun and Trained Guide For All Accessible tourism
    Portrait from local Uthaiwan - Smilie Tour Guide
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    City Escape: Doi Inthanon Day Trip

    149 reviews
    10 hours | Day trips | Chiang Mai

    Imagine this: a scenic road trip from Chiang Mai to explore Doi Inthanon with stops along the way to discover viewpoints, villages, incredible nature, and cultural gems. Sounds like a dream? No, it’s possible on a Withlocals day trip with a local host leading the way!

    €90.48 per person
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    Portrait from local Ratana - The Tour Guide
    Portrait from local Wuthikorn - Culture & Historical teller, Foodies, Easy going person...
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    City Discovery: Chiang Rai Day Trip

    713 reviews
    12 hours | Day trips | Chiang Mai

    Make your trip a wholesome experience by seeing what other cities outside of Chiang Mai have to offer. On this private day trip, you don’t need to worry about anything! Follow your local host to Chiang Rai and be back in Chiang Mai the same day but with more unforgettable experiences than before.

    €92.37 per person
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    Portrait from local Kamutnadda - I'm historian and food lover.
    Portrait from local Naphat - Spiritual Tour Guide, Ex-Buddhist Nun and Trained Guide For All Accessible tourism
    Choose your favorite local

    Withlocals Your Way! : Day Trip from Chiang Mai

    745 reviews
    8 hours | Day trips | Chiang Mai

    How do you imagine the perfect day trip from Chiang Mai? Now you can make it a reality! Hire a local guide and set off on a fully personalized journey beyond the city limits. Explore the stunning surroundings by car, and you get to decide where and when to stop. From famous landmarks to hidden treasures in the countryside, the choice is yours!

    €65.81 per person
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Private tours with locals in Chiang Mai

Our locals will give you the best experiences that Chiang Mai has to offer

  • Highlights & Hidden Gems of Chiang Mai
    Naphat - Spiritual Tour Guide, Ex-Buddhist Nun and Trained Guide For All Accessible tourism
    Kamutnadda - I'm historian and food lover.
    Choose your local

    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Chiang Mai

    4.9
    441 reviews
    3 hours • City highlights tours
    from €35.38 per person
  • The 10 Tastings of Chiang Mai: Street Food
    Kamutnadda - I'm historian and food lover.
    Richard - Experience Chiang Mai’s flavors and wonders with Richard, your private guide
    Choose your local

    The 10 Tastings of Chiang Mai: Street Food

    4.9
    304 reviews
    3 hours • Food tours
    from €37.37 per person
  • City Escape: Doi Inthanon Day Trip
    Naphat - Spiritual Tour Guide, Ex-Buddhist Nun and Trained Guide For All Accessible tourism
    Uthaiwan - Smilie Tour Guide
    Choose your local

    City Escape: Doi Inthanon Day Trip

    4.9
    149 reviews
    10 hours • Day trips
    from €90.48 per person
  • City Discovery: Chiang Rai Day Trip
    Ratana - The Tour Guide
    Wuthikorn - Culture & Historical teller, Foodies, Easy going person...
    Choose your local

    City Discovery: Chiang Rai Day Trip

    4.9
    713 reviews
    12 hours • Day trips
    from €92.37 per person
  • Withlocals Your Way! : Day Trip from Chiang Mai
    Kamutnadda - I'm historian and food lover.
    Naphat - Spiritual Tour Guide, Ex-Buddhist Nun and Trained Guide For All Accessible tourism
    Choose your local

    Withlocals Your Way! : Day Trip from Chiang Mai

    4.9
    745 reviews
    8 hours • Day trips
    from €65.81 per person
  • Withlocals Your Way! - Chiang Mai City Tour
    Ae Plernjai  - Kindly friendly and customizable
    Uthaiwan - Smilie Tour Guide
    Choose your local

    Withlocals Your Way! - Chiang Mai City Tour

    4.9
    1,024 reviews
    3 hours • City highlights tours
    from €33.09 per person
  • A Taste of Chiang Mai: Night Markets & Street Food Tour
    Naphat - Spiritual Tour Guide, Ex-Buddhist Nun and Trained Guide For All Accessible tourism
    Uthaiwan - Smilie Tour Guide
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    A Taste of Chiang Mai: Night Markets & Street Food Tour

    4.9
    108 reviews
    2.5 hours • Food tours
    from €29.91 per person
  • Full Coverage Chiang Mai City Tour
    Naphat - Spiritual Tour Guide, Ex-Buddhist Nun and Trained Guide For All Accessible tourism
    Richard - Experience Chiang Mai’s flavors and wonders with Richard, your private guide
    Choose your local

    Full Coverage Chiang Mai City Tour

    4.9
    745 reviews
    5 hours • City highlights tours
    from €44.85 per person


Explore Chiang Mai with our incredible locals

Learn about their personal stories and find out how you can explore Chiang Mai with locals

  • Naphat

    Spiritual Tour Guide, Ex-Buddhist Nun and Trained Guide For All Accessible tourism

    263 reviews
    English・ไทย
  • Wuthikorn

    Culture & Historical teller, Foodies, Easy going person...

    256 reviews
    English・ไทย
  • Richard

    Experience Chiang Mai’s flavors and wonders with Richard, your private guide

    14 reviews
    English・ไทย
  • Uthaiwan

    Smilie Tour Guide

    23 reviews
    English
  • Ratana

    The Tour Guide

    142 reviews
    English
  • Kamutnadda

    I'm historian and food lover.

    38 reviews
    English
  • Kit

    The Ex Monk

    285 reviews
    English・ไทย
  • Ae Plernjai

    Kindly friendly and customizable

    288 reviews
    English・ไทย
  • Minty

    The Loveable Local

    136 reviews
    English・ไทย
  • Sawitchaya​

    Thai cooking instructor​

    134 reviews
    English
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  • A Magical Evening in Chiang Mai: City Tour
    Uthaiwan - Smilie Tour Guide
    Ratana - The Tour Guide
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    A Magical Evening in Chiang Mai: City Tour

    4.9
    115 reviews
    2.5 hours • City highlights tours
    from €29.72 per person
  • Scenic Chiang Mai Province: Karen Village, Sticky Waterfalls & Mae Taeng River
    May Purichat  - Lanna Culture teller
    Ratana - The Tour Guide
    Choose your local

    Scenic Chiang Mai Province: Karen Village, Sticky Waterfalls & Mae Taeng River

    4.9
    1,116 reviews
    8 hours • Day trips
    from €71.69 per person
  • Explore Chiang Mai's Surroundings by Bike
    Ae Plernjai  - Kindly friendly and customizable
    With Ae Plernjai

    Explore Chiang Mai's Surroundings by Bike

    5.0
    288 reviews
    6 hours • Day trips
    from €62.50 per person
  • Explore the Old City of Chiang Mai By Bike
    Ae Plernjai  - Kindly friendly and customizable
    With Ae Plernjai

    Explore the Old City of Chiang Mai By Bike

    5.0
    288 reviews
    3 hours • City highlights tours
    from €48 per person
  • Tranquil Sunrise & Buddhist Rituals at Doi Suthep
    Kit - The Ex Monk
    With Kit

    Tranquil Sunrise & Buddhist Rituals at Doi Suthep

    5.0
    219 reviews
    4 hours • Off the beaten track tours
    from €44.12 per person
  • Private​ trip to the unique sticky waterfalls in​ Chiangmai​
    Minty - The Loveable Local
    With Minty

    Private​ trip to the unique sticky waterfalls in​ Chiangmai​

    4.9
    136 reviews
    6 hours • Day trips
    from €65 per person


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Enjoy the Best of Chiang Mai
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Why is Withlocals the best place to book a tour?

  • Private & Personal

    Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.

    You'll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.

  • Tailored to your wishes

    From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.

    Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.

  • Chat before you book

    Message your host directly to customize your experience.

    Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.

  • Travel that supports locals

    Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.

    We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.

  • Feel good about where your money goes

    You're choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.

    Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.

  • Trusted by millions

    Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.

    Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.

  • Secure & flexible booking

    Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.

    Your plans can shift and that's okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.

  • Private & Personal

    Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.

    You'll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.

  • Tailored to your wishes

    From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.

    Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.

  • Chat before you book

    Message your host directly to customize your experience.

    Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.

  • Travel that supports locals

    Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.

    We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.

  • Feel good about where your money goes

    You're choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.

    Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.

  • Trusted by millions

    Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.

    Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.

  • Secure & flexible booking

    Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.

    Your plans can shift and that's okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.



Private & Personalized Tours in Chiang Mai with a Local

When you hit the road and land in a new city like Chiang Mai, there's an exciting way to dive into its soul: personalized local tours. Forget the typical touristy routes – these tours are like having a local friend show you around all the cool spots.

Imagine having someone who lives and breathes Chiang Mai spill its secrets. That's what local guides bring to the table. They know the hidden alleys, the best bites, and stories that never made it to the guidebooks. Whether you're into munching through food tours, wandering the city's streets, or going off the beaten path, a local guide hooks you up with a private tour that's authentically Chiang Mai.

The best part? These tours are all about you. No herding in big groups or rushing through places you're not interested in. With private tours, you're the boss. Whether it's snapping pics at iconic landmarks, diving into history, or checking out the art scene, the tour is tuned to your vibes at your tempo.

But it doesn't stop at city limits. Day trips let you escape the urban jungle and explore nearby wonders. And if you're just setting foot in Chiang Mai, kickstart tours give you a taste of everything. Think of it as a crash course in Chiang Mai awesomeness, guided by a local who knows the city like the back of their hand.

So, next time you're in Chiang Mai, ditch the ordinary. Grab a local tour and unlock the city's real magic – the stories, flavors, and places that make it uniquely Chiang Mai. Get ready to explore like a local!



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  • Walking Tours in Chiang Mai
  • Bike Tours in Chiang Mai
  • Short Tours in Chiang Mai
  • Half day Tours in Chiang Mai
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Travelers love our locals

Reviews from guests about our tours and locals

  • 5.0

    A culinary journey to remember

    "Dear Sawitchaya, We already loved Chiang Mai before our tour with you, but now we love it even more. You opened the door to a very special side of Chiang Mai for us, and for that we would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts. It was so much more than just a culinary adventure — it was a journey through the incredible variety of flavours and tastes of a truly special country. We would have loved to spend even more time wandering through the local markets with you, listening to your stories and explanations, and discovering one flavour sensation after another. Our time with you was incredibly enjoyable, varied and informative — and, unfortunately, far too short! Thank you so much for your time. We enjoyed every moment of it in every possible way, and we are still feeling wonderfully full! All right, just one last Miang Kham…😉 With heartfelt thanks, Juerg & Karin "

    local Sawitchaya​
    guest Juerg
    JuergAbout local Sawitchaya​Chiang Mai, September 7, 2026
  • 5.0

    Great introduction to Chiang Mai

    "Boy was a great guide - friendly, knowledgeable and a great communicator. We thoroughly recommend the walking tour with Boy. "

    local Wuthikorn
    guest Charlotte
    Charlotte About local WuthikornChiang Mai, August 27, 2026
  • 5.0

    Techno Eddie made our hols unforgettable

    "Eddie (Kamutnadda) made our Chiang Mai experience unforgettable. He literally couldn’t do enough for us offering us as much time as we needed with extra add-ons and new experiences to suit the needs of our family. He knew the best places, the times when they were less crowded and stuff that other tourists would miss out on. He suggested great restaurants too! His English was perfect. On top of all this he’s a massive techno guy had the best camera equipment/ go pro etc and took amazing posed and candid shots of our adventures meaning that we could just sit back relax and enjoy the experience without having to take our own photos. You then downloaded everything he’d taken to our camera before we left. The photos you took are such good quality and really capture our amazing Chiang Mai adventure. Thanks Eddie! "

    local Kamutnadda
    guest Anna
    AnnaAbout local KamutnaddaChiang Mai, August 8, 2026
  • 5.0

    Phenomenal food tour

    "Sawitchaya (May) took our family on an absolutely fantastic food tour! We tried a huge range of local dishes and May’s knowledge and passion are so inspiring. My kids loved it too. It was a rainy day and May drove us all around the city as part of the tour, which was great too. Don’t hesitate to book May for this incredible experience of Chiang Mai. "

    local Sawitchaya​
    guest Sarah
    SarahAbout local Sawitchaya​Chiang Mai, August 5, 2026
  • 5.0

    High recommendation for May !

    "We had such an interesting day with May, full of Stories and information ! She and her mother are a perfect team, always caring for us. May is a very nice and adorable person, we recommend highly to book a tour with her"

    local May Purichat
    guest Elisabeth
    ElisabethAbout local May Purichat Chiang Mai, August 5, 2026
  • 5.0

    Superb Hiddem Gems Day

    "We had a wonderful day with Eddie. It was our wish to go out into the nature and also get some cultural input. Eddie brought us to a real Hiddem Gem, a temple in the mountains with a tradional pottery. Later the day we visited a tradional Lanna Temple and went to a coffee plantation. No other tourists anywhere around, authentic Thai life. Eddie was super friendly and felt always responsible to fully match our wishes. "

    local Kamutnadda
    guest Bettina
    BettinaAbout local KamutnaddaChiang Mai, August 3, 2026
  • 5.0

    Fantastic Food Tour!

    "May was great and super knowledgeable about traditional Thai cuisine. We tried lots of different types of northern Thai dishes that we otherwise wouldn’t have known about. Then we ended the day at the locals market where we sampled different fruits, desserts, and meats. It was a really fun afternoon. I highly recommend!"

    local May Purichat
    guest Michelle
    MichelleAbout local May Purichat Chiang Mai, July 25, 2026
  • 5.0

    Perfect experience in Chiang Mai!

    "May was such a kind and thoughtful tour guide for our street food tour. We packed so much in to the three hours, but it was well paced and apart from all the delicous food we ate, we also visited a temple and participated in some cultural activities. May's husband drove us around and even dropped us back at our hotel at the end of the tour. We visited May's favourite restaurant that she has been visiting since a girl, and it was a delicious, and very local experience. She was great with our two kids and we learnt so much about Chiang Mai! If you are looking to do a street food tour in Chiang Mai, don't hesitate to book May - she is fabulous! "

    local Sawitchaya​
    guest Victoria
    VictoriaAbout local Sawitchaya​Chiang Mai, July 17, 2026
  • 5.0

    Wonderful day with Richard!

    "Richard was absolutely amazing. I was by myself exploring Chiang Mai and I booked Richard for a local tour. I had no specific itinerary in mind and completely left it to Richard to plan the day which he did flawlessly. From temple visits, historical implications to finding the perfect vegan restaurant for a meal and shopping stops for natural oils and soaps and perfumes, Richard made sure I had a wonderful day. I mentioned I might like to get a massage at the end of the day and he went ahead and booked an appointment at the best place in town and just had a wonderful time. No language barriers either as Richard speaks perfect English too! Highly recommend him for your bookings."

    local Richard
    guest Jimit
    JimitAbout local RichardChiang Mai, July 15, 2026
  • 5.0

    She made our day

    " We really enjoyed being with Uthaiwan and listening to the stories she told tell us. We did an evening around Chiangmai city with her. Her knowledge allows the program to adapts to your own interests, She is such a lovely person and there’s something about her that makes people at ease. It was really a pleasure being introduced to Chiangmai by her and our family I will remember Chiangmai along with her smile 😊"

    local Uthaiwan
    guest Yuko
    YukoAbout local UthaiwanChiang Mai, July 14, 2026