Chiang Mai’s Best Day Trip: Discovering Doi Inthanon (Full Travel Guide)

📍 Chiang Mai’s Best Day Trip: Discovering Doi Inthanon Mountain

Looking for the best things to do in Chiang Mai and Northern Thailand? Join me on a full day trip from Chiang Mai to Doi Inthanon National Park, home to Thailand’s highest peak, breathtaking Chiang Mai waterfalls, lush hiking trails, and authentic hill tribe villages. 🌄

In this travel guide, I’ll show you step-by-step how to reach Doi Inthanon from Chiang Mai, what to do first, and how to make the most of your day exploring this incredible natural wonder.

What You’ll See in This Video:

🚗 How to get from Chiang Mai to Doi Inthanon (self-drive & tour options)

💦 Visit Wachirathan Waterfall — one of the most powerful Chiang Mai waterfalls

🌾 Hike the scenic Pha Dok Siew Nature Trail and explore Mae Klang Luang Hill Tribe Village

🏞️ Walk the famous Kew Mae Pan Trail with stunning cloud and sunrise views

🌳 Explore Ang Ka Nature Trail and stand at Thailand’s highest point

🌈 Discover hidden gems like Mae Pan Waterfall and Pa Pong Piang rice terraces

🧭 Why Visit Doi Inthanon?

Whether you’re into hiking, nature, photography, or simply looking for a peaceful mountain escape, Doi Inthanon is easily one of the best day trips from Chiang Mai. It’s perfect for anyone wondering what to do in Chiang Mai beyond the Old City.

🕒 Timestamps / Chapters

00:00 – INTRO: Chiang Mai’s Best Day Trip 🌄
00:39 – Wachiratan Waterfall ⛰️
01:30 – Chiang Mai Trekking 🌿
02:45 – Twin Pagodas Doi Inthanon⛰️
03:18 – Peak and Ang Ka Trail 🌿
04:10 – Kew Mae Pan Trail (Cloud Forest Hike) ☁️
04:52 – Pa Pong Piang Rice Terraces 🌾
05:52 – Mae Pan Waterfall 🌈
06:25 – OUTRO: Doi Inthanon

🎒 Travel Tips

Best time to visit: We talked about all seasons

Entry fee info, opening hours & local food stops included in the video

Great for solo travelers, couples & families looking for adventure in Northern Thailand


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