Start your day in nature with a hike through Wat Pha Lat all the way to Wat Doi Suthep. It’s a very accessible and popular trail in Chiang Mai, so starting early will mean better weather and the trail mostly to ourselves.

Bring a small bottle of water and suitable shoes. Women should bring something to cover legs and shoulders if you want to go in to Doi Suthep temple (one of the most famous in Thailand).

Total elevation: ~620 meters
Total distance (up and down): ~7.5km
Average time: ~3.5 hours

There’s food, water and coffee shops at the top.

In total the hike will take around 3.5 hours including a coffee or breakfast stop at the top.