Joanna James
Once you get to Chiang Rai by a boutique or a budget airline, the next question is how to head to the hotel that you have chosen. Another question would be, how to get around the city visiting its attractions and points of interest. Here are the set of answers that you've been looking for. Check this out!
Once you arrive at the Mae Fah Luang Chiang Rai International Airport, you can get a taxi to reach your hotel. If you have chosen a hotel in Chiang Rai the likes of Hotel Sooknirund, you may go for this option and then try some other way of local transportation for all your other rides. From the airport to the city center (where most of the hotels are established), it'll just be a ride of 8 km and that will only take around 30 minutes.
This is so far the best way to travel around Chiang Rai. It's flexible, easy, and convenient as well. As you must be aware, Chiang Rai is more mountainous than the rest of the regions, and because of this, you get to find many curvy roads during your trips. You may get a driver with the car (only if you need) and this will guarantee you a relaxed journey throughout.
To enjoy the breeze, the views, and the local lifestyles while cycling to your rhythm is a mind-blowing experience. Chiang Rai is a small town, so you can have a great experience like this. Choose a few attractions located 1-2 hours away from where you stay and choose to explore them on two wheels, this is going to be fun! And, no one will get dead tired after a ride of 1-2 hours after all!
Tuk-tuks are popular among everyone, but not the samlors. But, in Chiang Rai, you find both these traditional options. As you must be knowing, tuk-tuks are three-wheeled taxis that are motor powered. Samlors are also three-wheeled but they are human-powered. When you are in Chiang Rai, you should have both these authentic experiences, because it's fun and new! Use these for short distance tours (less than 30 minutes maybe) if you are concerned about the convenience factor.
If you want to explore Chiang Rai in the evenings or at night, walking is the most recommended. Chiang Rai is a peaceful city, and this can be best explored on foot, either alone or with your travel buddies. You don't have to worry about any charges, and you don't need to depend on anyone too. Head to the local markets and enjoy the moments like a local would do while tasting the best street food and Chiang Rai beverages. Grab your favourite souvenirs and click the best pictures while you enjoy your relaxing walks.
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A travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
