THAILAND – Chiang Mai – A Taste of Chiang Mai – Kaad Luang Walking Tour

Description

Chiang Mai not only overwhelms travelers with its magnificent golden temples, ancient historical Lana buildings, imposing lush forests, elephant camps and numerous adventure activities, but also boasts an abundance of colorful local markets with one of its most remarkable markets, the Kaad Luang market (also called Warorot market).
The tour starts at the Ping riverbank and escorts guests through the hustle and bustle of Kaad Luang, or the great market, as locals call it. It actually is made up out of 3 different markets and has been a favorite shopping spot for locals since the late 1800s.

Can be combined with

Thematic Leisure

• Chiang Mai – Chiang Mai from a different perspective
• Chiang Mai – Half day Pantawan cooking class

Selling points

• A walking tour combining the famous sites with rarely visited areas of Chiang Mai
• A perfect experience for people who do not have a lot of time but want to witness a genuine perspective of the city
• A discovery of the local “market” food of Northern Thailand
• A break from all the tourist crap to experience the local lifestyle of northern Thai people
• To take an opportunity to get closer look to typical northern Thai food, Lanna traditional clothing, local fruits and vegetables, fresh flowers and even tribal handicrafts
• Funny moment to learn what to ask for and how to order
• Perfect tour for food lovers and gastronomy experience in Chiang Mai

Level Of The Excursion

The Impact Of This Excursion

Social/cultural Impact

Economic Impact

Additional Information

Positive Impacts

• Provides guests with an immersive experience of local traditions and culture, promoting cultural appreciation and awareness.
• Supports local vendors and small businesses through food tastings and purchases.
• Encourages economic benefits for the local community, particularly for individual sellers who rely on market income.

Negative Impacts

• Some vendors may not adhere to sustainable practices, such as reducing waste or minimizing the use of single-use plastics.

Conclusion

The tour positively impacts sustainability by fostering cultural exchange and supporting the local economy through direct interactions with community members. However, challenges related to waste management and environmental practices by some vendors may offset these benefits if not addressed. Balancing economic and cultural advantages with environmental responsibility is essential to ensure long-term sustainability.

Time And Transportation

Duration

2-3 hours (including stops and visits, the walking distance is approximately 1,5 kilometers)

Min pax

1

Max pax

10

How to sell it

• For those who would like to discover more and try some special northern snacks in Chiang Mai.
• The tour can be organized at any time of the day, but the markets close at 17:00. Keep this in mind as the visit takes around 2-3 hours depending on clients level of interest
• The morning times is often cooler and slightly more lively
• Suitable with shopping interest travelers
• Best time to visit is from November to March
• Warorot market is always included in classic tours but this market shows much more of a less visited  part of Chiang Mai.
• A pretty old looking,but partly what makes it such a classic market to visit.
• Good variation of history, market, local lifestyle and temples and a great place to get a feel for the local way of life.

Why this activity

• An Easia Travel signature product.in Chiang Mai
• to offer a low cost activity -The prices here are much cheaper than at other touristy markets
• to offer an Interactive tour with a lot of possibilities to try exotic foods
• To offer an Off the beaten track product in Chiang Mai , not many tourists explore the market in depth

Good to combine with

• Any walking tours
• Any cycling tours

Do not combine with

• Any elephant camps (not enough time)
• Any other physical activities like cycling (may be too much for some people)

Market suggestion

Competitor comparison

Usually a quick classic visit of just one section of the market.

Pros

• Easy to organize

Cons

• Some parts are in the open air and are subject to weather conditions (too hot/rain)
• It can be very crowded, not everybody likes busy places
• Some people may be scared of eating “street food” because they think it is not hgyienic
• Subject to weather conditions (not comfortable during heat/rain)

Information

• Children can join as long as they can walk independently, carrying kids or use of strollers is not encouraged in the markets
  
• The tour follows the itinerary:
• https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1oc7SuiBoJA2oRjGu7S9r4TQ_nQE

Price range

From 16 to 9 usd

Quotation guideline

ERP – Easia Signature – A taste of Chiang Mai – Kaad Luang walking tour

Inclusion

• Snacks/food on the way
• Drinking water on the way
• Herbal tea or juice at medicine shop
• Entrance fee for Wat Bupharam

Exclusion

• Personal shopping
• Drinks other than water/tea
• Transportation
• Guide

Possible Extra

For small groups and those staying at hotels in the old city and Loi Kroh area: the clients could be transported to the starting point by local Songthaew shared with locals.The price for this is 20THB/pp. These Songthaews need to be hailed on the spot and do not wait, so it might take some time to get one. However, it can be a local experience sharing the transport.

Important notes

• The tour should cover all three main parts of the market, make sure to have a look at the map for more information: https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1oc7SuiBoJA2oRjGu7S9r4TQ_nQE
• The concept is to buy local sweets and specialties for the clients, make sure to buy them but pay attention to cleanliness and hygiene

Special Guide notes

• Please prepare tissues or hand sanitizing gel for the clients.
• In case of bigger groups (>5pax) please prepare paper plates and bamboo skewers, try to find a place

Different Choice

• Walking tour in the old city
• Chiang Mai from a different perspective – biking tour

Contact

EASIA Operations

Special Information

• Additionaly notify if Songthaew to be organized.

English

A taste of Chiang Mai – Kaad Luang walking tour
Your tour will start at the Ping river bank and then take you through the hustle and bustle of Kaad Luang, or the great market, as the locals call it. It is actually made up of 3 different markets and has been a favorite shopping spot since the late 1800s. During the tour you will get to know all about the history of the market and its surroundings while enjoying fresh produce and local specialties along the way.

French

Un aperçu de Chiang Mai – A pied dans Kaad Luang
Commencez votre excursion sur les rives de la rivière Ping et dans les rues pleines de vie de Kaad Luang, ou le grand marché, comme l’appelle les habitants. Kaad Luang est en réalité constitué de trois marchés, lieux privilégiés depuis le début du XIXe siècle par les habitants pour faire leurs emplettes. Après cette visite, l’histoire du marché et les spécialités locales n’auront plus de secrets pour vous.

Spanish

Una muestra de Chiang Mai – Tour a pie por Kaad Luang
Su tour comenzará en los márgenes del río Ping y le llevará hasta el bullicio de Kaad Luang, el gran mercado, según lo llaman los artistas. Kaad Luang realmente se compone de 3 mercados diferentes y ha sido el lugar de compras favorito de los locales desde 1800. Durante su tour, llegará a conocer la historia del mercado y sus alrededores mientras disfruta de productos frescos y especialidades locales durante el trayecto.

Italian

Un assaggio di Chiang Mai
Dalla sponda del Fiume Ping, raggiungete il caotico e vivace mercato locale Kaad Luang. Sito nevralgico degli acquisti per i locali sin dal XIX secolo, questo mercato è composto da tre sezioni differenti. Durante la vostra passeggiata scoprirete la storia che si cela dietro queste bancarelle zeppe di prodotti d’ogni genere, mentre curiosate qua e là tra prodotti artigianali e specialità locali.

German

Ein Hauch von Chiang Mai – Kaad-Luang-Besichtigung
Ihre Tour beginnt am Flussufer des Ping und Sie durchqueren die Hektik von Kaad Luang, oder des Großen Marktes, wie ihn die Einheimischen nennen. Kaad Luang besteht aus drei verschiedenen Märkten und ist das beliebteste Einkaufsziel der Einheimischen seit Ende 1800. Während der Tour lernen Sie alles über die Geschichte des Marktes und seine Umgebung kennen. Nebenbei können Sie frische Produkte und lokale Spezialitäten genießen.

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