Flexible Half-Day Discovery • 4 hours 5
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Chiang Mai Your Way: A Personalized 4-Hour Exploration

Discover Chiang Mai your way, your host plans the route, but your interests, energy, and curiosity guide the day.

What makes this experience special

This flexible Chiang Mai experience moves with you, follows local rhythms, dives into creativity, or simply sees where the morning takes you, with a host who adapts to your pace and preferences.

Key highlights

  • Start where energy flows: quiet lanes, local crafts, or creative spaces
  • Let your host suggest paths, or follow your curiosity as it unfolds
  • Experience Chiang Mai’s daily life beyond the surface
  • Choose between a calm riverside walk or vibrant art-lined streets
  • End on your terms, reflective, joyful, or simply slow
  • Same care and connection as a full-day, just more compact
  • It’s your Chiang Mai story, shaped in real time with your host

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
Walking experience may use public transport for long distances

What’s included

Tailored itinerary based on your preferences
A knowledgeable host who knows the hidden gems
Flexible start times to fit your day

What’s not included

Food, drinks and shopping expenses
Transport fares or attraction entry fees

Meeting point

Tha Phae Gate, Tha Phae Road, Tambon Chang Khlan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

Here’s what your experience could look like

These are just suggestions from our hosts to inspire your day. Your host will tailor the experience to suit your interests and tastes

Meeting point

Tha Phae Gate, Tha Phae Road, Tambon Chang Khlan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

Chiang Mai Your Way: A Personalized 4-Hour Exploration

Laneways Near Wat Buppharam

Craft corners or quiet turns—your morning begins here

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Chiang Mai Your Way: A Personalized 4-Hour Exploration

You might start near a lesser-known temple, but the real interest is in the side streets around it. Your host could guide you through small workshops or suggest veering off-track to explore what's unfolding nearby.

Chiang Mai Your Way: A Personalized 4-Hour Exploration

Creative Soi or Riverside Calm

Follow Chiang Mai’s artistic pulse or drift to quieter ground

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Chiang Mai Your Way: A Personalized 4-Hour Exploration

If you’re drawn to the creative scene, your host may take you to a nearby soi of cafés, galleries, or maker studios. Prefer a slower rhythm? You could head to the riverside instead, where antique shops and quiet lanes invite a gentler pace.

Chiang Mai Your Way: A Personalized 4-Hour Exploration

Sompet Market or a Shaded Teahouse

Choose energy or stillness, it’s your call

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Chiang Mai Your Way: A Personalized 4-Hour Exploration

You might dive into the rhythms of a neighborhood market, watching locals shop, snack, and socialize. Or you may opt for a peaceful teahouse courtyard, perfect for pausing, sketching, or reflecting on the morning so far.

Chiang Mai Your Way: A Personalized 4-Hour Exploration

A Reflective Shrine or Garden Ending

Close the loop with calm or curiosity

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Chiang Mai Your Way: A Personalized 4-Hour Exploration

To end, your host might suggest a small shrine tucked away behind local shops or a nearby garden path with stories rooted in Chiang Mai’s royal past. The final stop is shaped by the tone you want to leave with.

1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?

Real Stories, Real Connections

See our hosts and guests creating memories
Unwinding by the water on a peaceful Thai boat ride

Unwinding by the water on a peaceful Thai boat ride

Temple views and sunshine moments in Thailand

Temple views and sunshine moments in Thailand

Hugging it out on a colourful Thai street adventure

Hugging it out on a colourful Thai street adventure

Sharing laughs in the heart of a vibrant Thai market street

Sharing laughs in the heart of a vibrant Thai market street

Cultural icons and warm welcomes at a historic Thai site

Cultural icons and warm welcomes at a historic Thai site

Tropical blooms and market treasures on a Thai stroll

Tropical blooms and market treasures on a Thai stroll

Street eats and good company at a local Thai food stop

Street eats and good company at a local Thai food stop

Tuk-Tuk Adventures and Smiles in Thailand

Tuk-Tuk Adventures and Smiles in Thailand

Evening lights and easy smiles on a Thai night out

Evening lights and easy smiles on a Thai night out

River breeze and good vibes on a Thai ferry ride

River breeze and good vibes on a Thai ferry ride

Bright skies and happy snapshots during a Thai escape

Bright skies and happy snapshots during a Thai escape

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What travelers think of our Flexible Half-Day Discovery experiences in Asia

Pamela Apr 2025

Kat brought us to all the places we wanted to see while being mindful of the heat and a person in our party with mobility issues. We absolutely loved Bangkok and we credit her with that. She spoke English well too.

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Emily Apr 2025

My friend and I had one full day in Bangkok and Kat planned the perfect itinerary. She asked us our preferences and was very communicative leading up to our tour. We got to see all the major temples, try some delicious food that was off the beaten path and gave us tips for how to navigate around Bangkok and for our trip around Thailand more broadly. Would highly recommend booking this tour for a customized and delightful experience with a local!

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Estuardo Sep 2024

I really had a great experience with Kat. When I bought the tour, Kat contacted me to see how we can make my experience more memorable. She sent me quite a few ideas and I did the same. Once my trip day approaches, she sent me actual plan… and it was really great. I completely agreed with all her suggestions, ideas and timings. She met me at my hotel on time and there we went. We had great conversations, and she also made sure I enjoyed my time and visited the most places during the 8 hours. She was really keen on how this tour was going to be and also coordinated all the timings and made sure we went to all locations. Thanks so much again Kat for taking the time to tour me around. Kat is a wonderful person and very caring. If you are planning to visit Bangkok in the near future, please make sure you ask for Kat… you will not be disappointed at all.

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Paul May 2024

We spent two days with Kat - one day seeing the Bangkok highlights and the other doing the River Market and other markets. She is a great guide: very knowledgeable; professional; and kind. We would strongly recommend her for any tours in the area.

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Randal Jan 2024

Tom was very knowledgeable about Buddhism.

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Jennifer Jul 2023

She was able to show me everything on my short layover Tour and get me to the airport on time at 100% recommend.

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FAQs

Your questions, answered

Is this a traditional tour?

No. Our experiences are unscripted and designed around you. Instead of following a rigid itinerary, your host will plan a personalized journey that feels natural, immersive, and unique.

What if I don’t know what I want to explore?

That’s completely fine! Select an experience theme or a flexible discovery experience, and after booking, answer a few questions so your host can design the perfect experience for you.

Will I know my itinerary in advance?

Yes, you will have the opportunity to chat with your host directly and agree on a plan for the day. However, there’s always room for spontaneity and local surprises!

Will I see famous landmarks or just hidden gems?

Both! Your host will take you to iconic sights if you want to see them, but they’ll also introduce you to places and stories most travelers miss.

Can I request specific places to visit?

Yes! After booking, you will receive a questionnaire where you can highlight must-visit spots and anything else you’d like to include, and your host will craft your experience around them.

Can I change the meeting place?

Yes, you will be in touch with your host before your experience, and you can agree on a different meeting point with them. Your host can meet you anywhere central that’s convenient.

Can my host meet me at my accommodation?

Hotel meet-ups are available upon request in central areas. If you're staying outside the city, your host will recommend the best meeting spot and guide you with directions.

How much walking is involved?

This depends on the experience, but your host can adjust the pace to suit your comfort level.