ADVENTURE Chiang Mai, Thailand

Pai Day Trip from Chiang Mai

Getting to Pai means 762 curves of mountain road — the drive is as much the point as the destination. A WWII bridge, a café famous from a Thai romance film, and a red earth canyon narrow enough to want both hands free.

4.9·TAT Certified·9 Booked

Duration~11h

Private TourJust Your Group

TransportIncluded

Hotel Pickup7:00 AM

Early start: 7:00 AM: Please be ready in your hotel lobby at exactly 7:00 AM.

About this tour

Route 1095 to Pai has 762 curves, a WWII bridge built from wood when steel was scarce, and a roadside café famous for appearing in a Thai romance film. Pai Canyon closes out the day — a ridge of eroded red earth where the path gets narrow enough that cameras get put away in favour of both hands.

Pai Day Trip from Chiang Mai — Chiang Mai private tour

Pai Day Trip from Chiang Mai — experience with guide

Pai Day Trip from Chiang Mai highlights at Chiang Mai

Tour Highlights

762 curves of mountain road on the way to Pai, as much a part of the day as any single stop
The Pai Memorial Bridge, built from wood by the Japanese army during WWII when steel was scarce
Yunlai Viewpoint over Santichon, a village settled by Yunnanese refugees generations ago
Pai Canyon at golden hour, a narrow ridge of eroded red earth with views in every direction

Itinerary

Tour runs approx. 11h

Hotel Pickup

An early start for the drive along Route 1095, the 762-curve mountain road to Pai.

Pai Memorial Bridge

A wooden bridge built by the Japanese army during WWII, when steel was too scarce to use.

Coffee in Love & Santichon Village

A café built around a vintage truck from a well-known Thai film, then a village settled by Yunnanese refugees generations ago.

Lunch in Pai Town

A local restaurant in town, with time to walk around before heading back out.

White Buddha & Yunlai Viewpoint

A climb up the hillside steps to the seated white Buddha overlooking Pai, then a viewpoint over the surrounding hills and tea fields.

Pai Canyon

Narrow ridges of eroded red earth, best walked carefully, with views in every direction.

Drive Back to Chiang Mai

The return drive along the same mountain road.

Hotel Drop-off

Arrival back at your hotel in the early evening.

Included in Your Tour

Hotel Pickup

Complimentary Hotel Pickup

Any hotel in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Instructions: We will pick you up directly from your hotel lobby. Your private guide and driver will arrive in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Please be ready in your lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time (7:00 AM).

Included

Private hotel pickup and drop-off (Chiang Mai)
Expert local English-speaking guide
All transport for the full day
Entrance fees to all listed attractions
Lunch in Pai
Bottled water and cold towels

Excluded

Gratuities (optional)
Personal purchases
Optional activities in Pai not listed in the itinerary

What to Bring

Motion sickness medication if you're prone to it, the road has 762 curves
Comfortable walking shoes for the canyon and the White Buddha steps
Sunscreen & sunglasses
Camera or smartphone

Hi, I'm Monika!

TAT Certified Guide · Thai Native & Food Lover

“Born in Chiang Mai and based in Bangkok, I started 'Hi Monika' to show travellers the authentic side of my country — the places my friends and family actually hang out. I love sharing our food, our culture, and the hidden stories of our neighbourhoods.”

Guest Reviews

4.9

“Monika was incredible! We saw parts of Chiang Mai we never would have found on our own. The street food was amazing and we felt completely safe the entire time.”

Sarah L.October 2024

“Perfectly organised and so much more personal than a group tour. Monika knew exactly when to go to each spot to avoid the crowds.”

James & EmmaSeptember 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

Will we have the tour to ourselves?

Yes — this is strictly a private tour for you and your loved ones only. No other guests, no shared buses, no waiting around for people you have never met. The guide, the vehicle and the entire day are exclusively yours.

Can I change the date after booking?

Yes — contact us via WhatsApp or email at least 12 hours before the tour start time and we will reschedule your tour once at no extra cost, subject to availability. Subsequent reschedules are subject to a THB 1,500 fee.

What happens if it rains?

Chiang Mai weather is unpredictable. Tours operate rain or shine — we provide umbrellas if needed and adapt the itinerary where possible. If severe weather makes the tour unsafe, you'll receive a full reschedule or refund.

Do I need to pay anything on the day?

No. The price covers everything: entrance fees, all transport, bottled water and lunch. Just bring spending money for any personal shopping or optional extras.

Note: many local vendors and restaurants do not accept credit cards — cash is always the safest option.

Is this tour suitable for children?

Yes. The pace and itinerary are adapted to your group. Let us know the ages of your children when booking so we can plan accordingly.

Know before you go

The road: Route 1095 has 762 curves. If anyone in your group gets carsick easily, let us know and we can plan stops accordingly.

Long day: This is a full day with significant driving time both ways. Expect to return to your hotel in the early evening.

Pai Canyon: The paths are narrow with drops on either side. Sandals with good grip are safer than flip-flops.

Dietary Needs: We can accommodate vegetarian diets, please let us know when booking.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 12 hours in advance for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 12 hours before the tour start time are non-refundable.

🔥 Selling out fast!

$240

for your whole group!

only ~$120/person

Guests (Max 9)

2 People

$150 first person · $90 each additional

Total:$240

Private Tour · Air-conditioned Transport · Hotel Pickup

Supports Bamboo School

Questions? WhatsApp Monika

$240

TOTAL

🔥 Selling out fast!

$240

for your whole group!

only ~$120/person

Guests (Max 9)

2 People

$150 first person · $90 each additional

Total:$240

Private Tour · Air-conditioned Transport · Hotel Pickup

Supports Bamboo School

Questions? WhatsApp Monika

Terms & Policies

CANCELLATION

12h+Full refund*
Under 12hNo refund · Credit on request
No-showNo refund

*Refunds do not include payment processing fees.

RESCHEDULING

More than 12hFree (subject to availability)
Under 12hNot available

One free reschedule per booking. Additional reschedules are subject to a THB 1,500 fee.

CHILDREN

Age 0–4Free
Age 5+Counts as full guest

GOOD TO KNOW

•Wheelchair access not guaranteed on all tours
•Vegan options may not always be available

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