From Chiang Mai: Lamphun and Lampang Temples Tour Private Tour

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ID: GYG318538-O-571738
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Country: Thailand

Duration: 09:00 hours


Description

Go off the beaten track on a full-day tour from Chiang Mai. Visit Wat Phra That Lampang Luang and see the 9th-century Phrathat Hariphunchai Temple and Lawo-style Jamdevi temple. Ride a horse cart through the town.
Begin with complimentary hotel pickup from Chiang Mai for a day spent in the less-crowded historical cities of Lamphun and Lampang. The tour's first stop is Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, said to be one of the best examples of Lanna-style architecture in the country. The temple complex houses a historical museum, massive brick gate, intricately-painted viharas, a sand-filled courtyard, bronze and copper stupas, all in a tranquil setting.

Next, choose to jump on a horse cart — after all, Lampang is known throughout Thailand as "Horse Cart City." It is the only town in the country where these carriages are still found. A 15 to 30-minute tour around town will take you along the Wang River or past the city's quintessential sights.

After lunch, head to Wat Prathat Hariphunchai, a fantastic 9th-century temple complex by the river. Said to be Lamphun’s largest, oldest, and most attractive temple compound, Hariphunchai Temple got its name from the Mon Kingdom city that ruled this part of northern Thailand from the 9th to 13th centuries.

The final stop is Wat Chammathewi Temple, home to a stupa surrounded by arches holding 60 Buddha statues; Queen Chama Devi’s ashes are said to be found inside. The unusual square "stepped pyramid" pagoda is the oldest surviving example of its kind from the Dvaravati period, the family of which ruled much of Thailand from the 6th to 11th centuries. After the day is completed, relax on a transfer back to your hotel in Chiang Mai city.

Highlights

  • Visit Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, a beautiful 13th-century Lanna-style Buddhist temple
  • Ride a horse cart through the town of Lampang, a unique way of seeing the local temples and markets
  • See the 9th-century Phrathat Hariphunchai Temple and Lawo-style Jamdevi temple
  • Set off on an alternative day trip to the less-crowded sites of Lamphun and Lampang
  • Benefit from a round-trip hotel transfer from your hotel in Chiang Mai city center

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Exact pickup time depends on your location. Your driver will contact you the evening before your activity date to confirm the exact time.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
Pickup available only from hotels in Chiang Mai city center
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.