Chiang Mai Temple & Meditation Walking Tour with a Former Monk 1
Overview
Available languages
3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
This Buddhist-themed tours offer a unique and enriching travel experience, combining spiritual exploration, cultural immersion, and personal growth. Here are some of the key benefits:
- Deepen understanding of Buddhism: Learn about the history, philosophy, and practices of Buddhism through guided tours,
- Experience sacred sites: Visit ancient temples, monasteries, and pilgrimage sites, and witness the beauty and significance of Buddhist architecture and art.
- Connect with local culture: Immerse yourself in the local culture, customs, and traditions of Buddhist communities around the world.
- Promote mindfulness and well-being: Engage in mindfulness practices, meditation, and experience a sense of peace and tranquility.
- Increased sense of purpose: Connecting with a deeper meaning in life and finding inspiration in the teachings of the Buddha.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Three Kings Monument
This is the meeting point. The tourist guide will give you the introduction about the tour before we start
Wat Sadeu Muang
We will start visitting Inthakhin temple where was first placed the city’s pillar. This temple was located at the heart of the Chiang Mai city.
Options
Chiang Mai Temple & Meditation Walking Tour with a Former Monk 1
What‘s Included
English or Chinese-speaking guide holding a TAT license
Entrance fee
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
33 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Temple Walk and Talk with a former monk
genghisf,May 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour of the city temples Katoon was great in explaining the history and the meaning of the temples with a Buddhist context It was a peak into how the temples integrate in the lives of the people not just walk walk among cool looking buildings
Amazing Katoon and his walking tour
Misha F,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was the best experience ever!!! Really was able to understand Buddhism better. highly recommend to everyone. Katoon was very knowledgeable, patient and absolutely amazing!!
Excellent
Daniel L,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour wa very well laid out and imformative. It was intetesting to get a petspective from a former monk I was ill that day and my guide took te tour slowly and helping me along the way. I would highly recommemd this tour.
Great Tour Led by Former Monk
Jeff D,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great tour. The temples are beautiful, but the tour guide, Katoon, took it from good to truly great. A former monk, his perspective was fascinating. I cannot recommend him strongly enough - smart, thoughtful and engaging.
Temples and old city Chaing Mai
Maria T,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent experience the guide ex monk Katoon is super friendly and warm plus he knows in depth the world of Buddhism, explains with a lot of kindness and takes very good photos. Experience 100% recommended if you want an in-depth knowledge of the history of Buddhism in Chang Mai and Thailand.
Ancient Temples Chaing Mai
Maria Jose T,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The tour is very complete and interesting and the katoon guide is very friendly as well as knowing very in depth important information of Buddhism in the temples. A more than recommended experience if you want to truly know about Buddhist ñ culture.
Excellent tour of temples and an introduction to Buddhism.
Donald M,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Katoon spoke good English, was courteous and kind, and explained in detail what we were hoping for—a more detailed understanding of the origins and precepts of Buddhism, the background to the temples, and a better understanding of what we were witnessing. He was really helpful and we thoroughly appreciated the tour.
A sweet taste of temples.
Bruce C,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was wonderful. Cartoon (sp) was so informative and devoted about sharing the Buddha’s ways. Wonderful advice for any human. First day in Thailand. A little overwhelmed about what to do for first day. This was a perfect introduction.
The best tour guide in town
mateos2017,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I totally recommend Katoon, great guide. Trust me you will not regret. He is very open to answer any question. As he was a monk this brings you to a better understanding of the religion and culture of this country.
Mind refreshing!
FarAway43453313748,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a great time with Mr. Katoon. His knowledge in Buddhistism helps me to understand about the history of Buddha and the temples. Accommodating person and also fun to be around with. Thank you Mr. Katoon.
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