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Full-Day Historical Tour: Lamphun & the Hariphunchai Kingdom
Loi Kroh Road
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Depart Chiang Mai and travel to Lamphun Province, the former capital of the 7th-century Hariphunchai Empire. Explore its ancient temples, Wat Phra That Hariphunchai and Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, and admire the sacred relics that offer a fascinating glimpse into Thailand’s rich cultural history.
- Visit Lamphun, the former capital of the 7th-century Hariphunchai Empire - Explore one of Thailand’s oldest ancient cities, home to centuries-old relics - Discover Wat Phra That Hariphunchai, an iconic temple with deep spiritual significance - Explore Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, a beautifully preserved Lanna-style Buddhist temple - Enjoy stress-free roundtrip transfers from your Chiang Mai hote...
Highlights
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels)
English speaking guide
Lunch
Admission fees
Air-conditioned vehicle
optional
Meeting Points
Departure
Chiang Mai Tours by Sun Leisure World
(Meeting Point)- Sun Leisure World Office Chiang mai, Located at Duang Tawan Hotel Chiang Mai Lobby Floor.
Return
Full-Day Historical Tour: Lamphun & the Hariphunchai Kingdom
Loi Kroh Road
About
Depart Chiang Mai and travel to Lamphun Province, the former capital of the 7th-century Hariphunchai Empire. Explore its ancient temples, Wat Phra That Hariphunchai and Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, and admire the sacred relics that offer a fascinating glimpse into Thailand’s rich cultural history.
- Visit Lamphun, the former capital of the 7th-century Hariphunchai Empire - Explore one of Thailand’s oldest ancient cities, home to centuries-old relics - Discover Wat Phra That Hariphunchai, an iconic temple with deep spiritual significance - Explore Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, a beautifully preserved Lanna-style Buddhist temple - Enjoy stress-free roundtrip transfers from your Chiang Mai hote...
Highlights
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels)
English speaking guide
Lunch
Admission fees
Air-conditioned vehicle
optional
Meeting Points
Departure
Chiang Mai Tours by Sun Leisure World
(Meeting Point)- Sun Leisure World Office Chiang mai, Located at Duang Tawan Hotel Chiang Mai Lobby Floor.
Return
Itinerary
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Chiang Mai
09:00 AM – Depart from your hotel in Chiang Mai and travel south toward Lamphun, the ancient capital of the Hariphunchai Kingdom. Founded in 660 A.D., Lamphun is considered one of the oldest existing cities in Thailand.
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Lamphun
10:00 AM – Upon entering Lamphun, you’ll notice the remnants of the ancient fortified city walls and the surrounding moat, both dating back to the 16th century and still clearly visible today.
1 hour
3
Wat Phra That Hariphunchai
Make your first stop at Wat Phra That Hariphunchai, the most revered temple in the province. This Royal Temple, built in 897 by a Lamphun king, is renowned for its magnificent 51-meter golden pagoda, which enshrines an authentic Buddha relic brought from India. Within the same temple grounds, you’ll also find a sacred Buddha footprint, a beautifully crafted teakwood library housing ancient Pali scriptures, an old Lanna-style chedi, and one of the largest call-to-prayer gongs in Thailand.
30 minutes
4
Wat Chamthewi Temple (Wat Ku Kut)
11:00 AM – Visit Wat Jammathevee, named after Queen Jammathevee, the first ruler of Hariphunchai. Locally known as “Wat Ku Kut,” the temple is famous for its unique chedi, which lost its top after being struck by lightning—giving it the name that means “the chedi without a top.”
12.00 PM - Lunch at local restaurant
30 minutes
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Wat Phra That Lampang Luang
13.00 pm – Visit Wat Phra That Lampang Luang, one of Thailand’s most revered Lanna temples. Explore its beautifully preserved wooden architecture, admire the sacred relics housed within, and take in the tranquil atmosphere as you gain a deeper appreciation of the region’s rich cultural and historical heritage.
