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8 guests
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17h00-21h00
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16+ tastings
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From $59

Chiang Mai food tour

Donโ€™t follow the herdโ€ฆ Hop on board and enjoy this unique food tour with us in one of Chiang Maiโ€™s famous rod daeng trucks. Delve into the history behind Northern Thai food and the influence Burmese cuisine has had on the region with your foodie guide. She knows the Chiang Mai food scene like the back of her hand and will lead you away from the crowds on the most exciting food tour in town.

After starting with a delicious plate of khao ka moo (braised pork in five spice) from the famous cowgirl, itโ€™s time to continue the food tour outside the old city walls to some of the best secret street eats and real local markets. Dig deep into the cityโ€™s underbelly; explore how locals shop for ingredients and discover what true Northern Thai cuisine is about about.

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Why this tour is awesome

Northern Thai cuisine is a mystery to most. Forget what you know about Thai cuisine. You won't be trying pad Thai or red Thai curry on this tour. Get to know the secrets behind the regional cuisine and try dishes and snacks like roasted pork, gaeng hang lae curry and minced larb salad among much more.

Bounce around to 5 to 6 different spots trying dishes at vendors that only locals know. Hop right off the well-trodden tourist path and dive into Chiang Mai's real foodie scene.

Full on your preferred date? How about our lunchtime Chiang Mai food tour?

Your guide

Moui hails from Lampang, but has called Chaing Mai home for over 20 years. With a passion for Northern Thai cuisine and cooking, Moui knows where to eat in Chiang Mai and the hidden spots you'd never find alone.

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This is no ordinary Chiang Mai food tour. It's a food tour with depth

This is no ordinary Chiang Mai food tour. It's a food tour with depth

A Chiang Mai food tour that focuses on Northern Thai cuisine

A Chiang Mai food tour that focuses on Northern Thai cuisine

A food tour which shows you the true flavours of Chiang Mai

A food tour which shows you the true flavours of Chiang Mai

You can't leave without trying the sublime 'khao ka moo'

You can't leave without trying the sublime 'khao ka moo'

Or slow-roasted Thai chicken and pork cooked over a fiery clay pot

Or slow-roasted Thai chicken and pork cooked over a fiery clay pot

And don't forget the grilled lemongrass-stuffed sai our sausage

And don't forget the grilled lemongrass-stuffed sai our sausage

Along the way you'll meet the local heroes

Along the way you'll meet the local heroes

The people who've dedicated their lives to street food

The people who've dedicated their lives to street food

And leave with a better understanding of Chiang Mai's food scene

And leave with a better understanding of Chiang Mai's food scene

As well as Chiang Mai's history and eating culture

As well as Chiang Mai's history and eating culture

Join our award-winning Chiang Mai food tour today.

Join our award-winning Chiang Mai food tour today.

Includes

  • Price US $59 per person
  • Language English
  • Small group Our small group tours have a maximum of 8 guests. Larger private groups are available on request
  • Tastings 16 tasting menu
  • Drinks Bottled water and local drinks
  • Duration 17h00 - 21h00
  • Guide Led by one of our superb Chiang Mai food hosts
  • Cancellation Cancel up to 48 hours before departure for a full refund
  • Family friendly Families welcome on all our tours
  • Transport Private local songtaew van
  • Instant confirmation Book now to secure your space (before we sell out!)
  • Pick up / drop off Our guests come from all over the city, so to save time we have a meeting point for everyone. Your guide can help you find transport back at the end of the tour

Dietary information

  • Lactose free Suitable for lactose intolerant
  • Vegetarian Meat and seafood is present in over half of the menu, with no alternatives available
  • Vegan Sorry, the tour is not suitable for vegans
  • Pescatarian Possible but meat is present in 2-3 dishes, with no alternatives possible
  • Gluten free Small amount of gluten in a few dishes. Some traces in soy sauce
  • Pork free Pork free options not available
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How to book

To join the tour, use the calendar to select your preferred date and secure your tour with your card. For special requests, private bookings, or dietary requirements, pleaseย contact us. Safety of our customers is our first priority, so if you have any allergies, pleaseย contact usย before booking.

What to expect

This food tour is designed for adventurous eaters with an interest in discovering the food locals eat. To access the best food spots in town, weโ€™ll be using a private truck for the whole tour. Wear comfortable shoes

Meeting point

Wat Lok Molee temple along Manee Nopparat Road. It's easy to reach and we'll send you more details and address on your voucher. Your guide will be wearing A Chef's Tour t-shirt.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel any time up to 48 hours before your tour and receive a full refund.

Why you should book with us

  • 99% 5 star reviews across our tours
  • Secure payments through provider Peek
  • No hidden charges - all food tastings included in the price
  • Authentic food experience, escape the tourist traps