Chiang Rai Itinerary: How To Spend 24 Hours In Chiang Rai

In this Chiang Rai itinerary I’ve listed everything you need to know to plan your trip to Chiang Rai.

DAY 1 EARLY MORNING BUS FROM CHIANG MAI

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ARRIVE IN CHIANG RAI FOR LUNCH

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VISIT WAT RONG KHUN (THE WHITE TEMPLE)

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WAIT FOR SUNSET AT THE WHITE TEMPLE

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DAY 2 SUNRISE AT WAT HUAY PLA KUNG

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VISIT WAT RONG SUEA TEN (THE BLUE TEMPLE)

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VISIT BAAN DAM MUSEUM (THE BLACK HOUSE)

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