Title: Chiang Dao Travel Guide: Best of Chiang Dao, Chiang Mai Province Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Chiang Dao](https://expedia.co.uk/Chiang-Dao-Hotels.d6051948.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Chiang Dao](https://expedia.co.uk/Chiang-Dao-Holiday-Rentals.d6051948.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Chiang Dao Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Chiang-Dao.d6051948.Car-Hire-Guide)[Chiang Dao Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Chiang-Dao.d6051948.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Chiang Dao Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![The entrance to Chiang Dao Cave is surrounded by Buddhist symbols and crystal clear blue waters filled with rather large koi and catfish. The entrance fee for the caves is 40 baht, but i recommend hiring a guide with a lantern to take you a bit deeper into this amazing place. A guide currently costs 200baht (plus tip) and is worth every bit of it. Watch your head and step! #Trovember #Thailand #ChiangDao #solotravel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051948/843edfde-ee0d-461e-946b-a8b8362007ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The entrance to Chiang Dao Cave is surrounded by Buddhist symbols and crystal clear blue waters filled with rather large koi and catfish. The entrance fee for the caves is 40 baht, but i recommend hiring a guide with a lantern to take you a bit deeper into this amazing place. A guide currently costs 200baht (plus tip) and is worth every bit of it. Watch your head and step! #Trovember #Thailand #ChiangDao #solotravel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051948/843edfde-ee0d-461e-946b-a8b8362007ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The summit of Wat Tham Pha Plong is simply breathtaking! Surrounded by mountains and jungle, it is the perfect place for some inner soul searching and meditation. When I returned to the bottom after visiting this amazing temple I felt as light as air! This place does a heart good. ❤ #Trovember #Thailand #ChiangDao #solotravel #hiddengem](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051948/50c48816-c0de-4ab3-b61e-cff8f87e4bab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This stunning temple is located primarily inside a sprawling cave system. Visitors may walk along a lighted path alone or venture into the abyssal recesses with a Thai guide and a lantern. If you want to take photos inside, don't forget your tripod.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051948/1d3f6465-e642-47aa-a79e-61b6c380b372.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![พระอาทิตย์สีเพลิง](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051948/afd77dcc-60da-4d4a-b545-77d5cf35ebda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Chiang Dao Things to do Reviews - Top hotels in Chiang Dao - Top Holiday Rentals in Chiang Dao ![Azalea Village Wellness Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16100000/16090500/16090436/3bbb544f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Azalea Village Wellness Resort 168 Moo 13 Chiang Dao Chiang Mai £38 10 Mar - 11 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Chiang Dao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Chiang Dao Market and Chiang Dao Cave are located ... 7.8/10 Good! (38 reviews) The room was nice and clean and the pool was fantastic. In addition, the staff was helpful and nice. As for the breakfast, the food you order was well prepared; however, the rice soup was cold and the coffee was not hot. Other than that, our stay was great and we would recommend this location. Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F03%2F2026&endDate=11%2F03%2F2026&selected=16090436&PinnedHotelID=16090436&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051948) ![The View Chiang Dao](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92550000/92547400/92547398/23bef05b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The View Chiang Dao 630 Moo 13 Chiang Dao Sub-distric. Chiang Dao Chiang Mai Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chiang Dao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Chiang Dao Market and Chiang Dao ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (29 reviews) Good size room with amazing view. Very friendly staff. Excellent hairdryer. Well priced restaurant with excellent food. Great swimming pool and pool area. The only downside - the bathroom smelled of drains. Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=92547398&PinnedHotelID=92547398&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051948) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=92547398&PinnedHotelID=92547398&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051948) ![Suanboon Cottage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20950000/20948800/20948721/195237d0_edited_e9e9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Suanboon Cottage 122 Moo 5 Tambon Chiang Dao Chiang Dao Chiang Mai Stay at this hotel in Chiang Dao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Tham Chiang Dao and Chiang Dao Cave are located ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (11 reviews) Very comfortable hut in a beautiful setting. Well maintained. Breakfast included. Very nice staff. V close to the National Park. Recommended. Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=20948721&PinnedHotelID=20948721&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051948) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=20948721&PinnedHotelID=20948721&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6051948) [See all 269 properties in Chiang Dao](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6051948) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Baan Chiang Dao](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113120000/113114000/113113933/3feffadb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Baan Chiang Dao 630 moo 13 Chiang Dao Chiang Mai Stay at this villa in Chiang Dao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room massages. Popular attractions Chiang Dao Market and Chiang Dao Cave are located ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chiang-Dao-Hotels-Baan-Chiang-Dao.h113113933.Hotel-Information) ![Mist Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102730000/102728300/102728233/77208526_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mist Villa 679 Moo.13 Chiang Dao Chiang Mai Stay at this business-friendly villa in Chiang Dao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Chiang Dao Market and Chiang Dao ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chiang-Dao-Hotels-Mist-Villa.h102728233.Hotel-Information) ![Nokkamin Home Chiang Dao ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99410000/99400900/99400896/4cb5e0fc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Nokkamin Home Chiang Dao 295 Baan Sobkab Chiang Dao Thailand Stay at this business-friendly villa in Chiang Dao. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Chiang Dao Hot Spring and Chiang ... 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Chiang Dao hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051948&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051948&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051948&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051948&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051948&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6051948&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![The entrance to Chiang Dao Cave is surrounded by Buddhist symbols and crystal clear blue waters filled with rather large koi and catfish. The entrance fee for the caves is 40 baht, but i recommend hiring a guide with a lantern to take you a bit deeper into this amazing place. A guide currently costs 200baht](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051948/843edfde-ee0d-461e-946b-a8b8362007ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tham Chiang Dao You can learn about the history of Chiang Dao with a trip to Tham Chiang Dao. Wander the forests or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tham-Chiang-Dao-Chiang-Dao.d553248621526917803.Attraction) #### Doi Chiang Dao Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Doi Chiang Dao during your travels in Chiang Dao. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Doi-Chiang-Dao-Chiang-Dao.d553248621526917802.Attraction) #### Chiang Dao Hot Spring You can take time to visit Chiang Dao Hot Spring during your travels to Chiang Dao. Wander the gardens or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chiang-Dao-Hot-Spring-Chiang-Dao.d553248635975977715.Attraction) #### Chiang Dao Cave Explore the great outdoors at Chiang Dao Cave, a lovely green space in Chiang Dao. Wander the gardens or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chiang-Dao-Cave-Chiang-Dao.d6119554.Attraction) #### Chiang Dao Market You can search for that perfect souvenir at Chiang Dao Market during your trip to Chiang Dao. Wander the gardens or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chiang-Dao-Market-Chiang-Dao.d553248621532742268.Attraction) #### Wat Tham Pha Plong Find out about the history of Chiang Dao with a stop at Wat Tham Pha Plong. Wander the gardens and forests while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wat-Tham-Pha-Plong-Chiang-Dao.d6293101.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Chiang Dao Cave & 5 Hill Tribe villages](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46907775/9d19ba9b-1853-47c2-bba4-8c393ad55e3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chiang Dao Cave & 5 Hill Tribe villages £38 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chiang-dao-cave-5-hill-tribe-villages.a46907775.activity-details) ![Chiang Mai Full-Day Jungle Trek, Tubing & Waterfall Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1300947/8c03e78d-3721-478f-80a2-dfecdf3c5dd7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chiang Mai: Full-Day Jungle Trek, Tubing & Waterfall Adventure £59 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chiang-mai-full-day-jungle-trek.a1300947.activity-details) ![Whitewater Rafting Chiang Mai](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1316656/8788e6c3-cb8d-43eb-bd91-91a2af3bd424.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Whitewater Rafting Adventure £71 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whitewater-rafting-adventure.a1316656.activity-details) ![Where can I go quad biking in Chiang Mai?](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2377896/54ad80dc-2963-462b-a395-ba4507447bb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3hr ATV/ Quad biking adventure in Chiang Mai £83 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3hr-atv-quad-biking-adventure-in-chiang-mai.a2377896.activity-details) ![Whitewater Rafting and ATV Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2873893/9d533993-3b13-4ac0-adba-f48504147d46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Whitewater Rafting and ATV Adventure £139 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whitewater-rafting-and-atv-adventure.a2873893.activity-details) ![come ride with us ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49469191/71c5c578-4fde-4352-a39a-c571fa3bfa97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 2 Days 1 Night Rem Village and Mountain Tour with Scooter £196 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-days-1-night-rem-village-and-mountain-tour-with-scooter.a49469191.activity-details) [See all activities in Chiang Dao](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Chiang-Dao.d6051948.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Reviews of Chiang Dao 5 Top destination 5 - Excellent 3 4 - Good 0 3 - Okay 0 2 - Disappointing 0 1 - Terrible 0 ## Cities near Chiang Dao ![On top of the northern Thailand. #lifeatexpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051949/da118783-7428-46df-8763-04575d30ee0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fang ![Ban Rak Thai Mae Hong Son in thailand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052218/448fd045-39e9-44be-ad7c-7a38c1f10762.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pai ![Get away from the hustle and bustle of Chiang Mai city and enjoy a day in the utter beauty of mother nature. There is river rafting, you can watch elephants (but please DO NOT ride on them), breathe fresh mountain air and see villages of hilltribes. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6143262/d387c351-9e9d-42da-b7bd-0095c634726a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mae Taeng - Cities near Chiang Dao - Places of interest [Fang](https://expedia.co.uk/Fang.dx6051949)[Pai](https://expedia.co.uk/Pai.dx6052218)[Mae Taeng](https://expedia.co.uk/Mae-Taeng.dx6143262) - [Buatong Waterfall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Buatong-Waterfall-Mae-Taeng.d553248621592206745.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app