Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Chiang Saen February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Chiang Saen](https://expedia.ca/Chiang-Saen-Hotels.d6046354.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Chiang Saen Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Chiang-Saen.d6046354.Car-Rental-Guide)[Chiang Saen Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Chiang-Saen.d6046354.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Chiang Saen ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Chiang Saen Types of activities [Chiang Saen travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Chiang-Saen.dx6046354) ![The Mekong is a trans-boundary river in Southeast Asia. It is the world's 12th-longest river and the 7th-longest in Asia. Its estimated length is 4,350 km (2,703 mi), and it drains an area of 795,000 km2 (307,000 sq mi), discharging 475 km3 (114 cu mi) of water annually. From the Tibetan Plateau the river runs through China's Yunnan Province, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. In 1995, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam established the Mekong River Commission to assist in the management and coordinated use of the Mekong's resources. In 1996 China and Myanmar became "dialogue partners" of the MRC and the six countries now work together within a cooperative framework. The extreme seasonal variations in flow and the presence of rapids and waterfalls in the Mekong make navigation difficult. Even so, the river is a major trade route between western China. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046354/4f5234ca-fe1c-4133-bdff-486aff5bec12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Mekong is a trans-boundary river in Southeast Asia. It is the world's 12th-longest river and the 7th-longest in Asia. Its estimated length is 4,350 km (2,703 mi), and it drains an area of 795,000 km2 (307,000 sq mi), discharging 475 km3 (114 cu mi) of water annually. From the Tibetan Plateau the river runs through China's Yunnan Province, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. In 1995, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam established the Mekong River Commission to assist in the management and coordinated use of the Mekong's resources. In 1996 China and Myanmar became "dialogue partners" of the MRC and the six countries now work together within a cooperative framework. The extreme seasonal variations in flow and the presence of rapids and waterfalls in the Mekong make navigation difficult. Even so, the river is a major trade route between western China. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046354/4f5234ca-fe1c-4133-bdff-486aff5bec12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![At the Golden Triangle in Chiang Saen, Thailand. It's where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet. It's a beautiful and relaxed place, with very friendly people.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056174/29a96684-d3cc-493e-be9a-e33c5eb8c150.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Golden Triangle is one of Asia's two main opium-producing areas. It is an area of around 950,000 square kilometres that overlaps the mountains of three countries of Southeast Asia: Myanmar, Laos and Thailand.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056174/d5423573-9dc3-438f-9169-a30493f76545.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A recent picture of Sob Ruak where the two rivers convene at the famous Golden Triangle in northern Thailand.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046354/e79a4c21-037f-46d1-aec5-2469f082b464.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Chiang Saen Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Chiang Saen has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Chiang Saen is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Chiang Saen to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Chiang Saen Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Chiang Saen. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Chiang Saen attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Recommended things to do in Chiang Saen | Number of things to do | 7 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Hua Hin Must Visit One Day Tour from Bangkok](/things-to-do/hua-hin-must-visit-one-day-tour-from-bangkok.a49682552.activity-details): CA $68 | | Top 5 things to do | [Hua Hin Must Visit One Day Tour from Bangkok](/things-to-do/hua-hin-must-visit-one-day-tour-from-bangkok.a49682552.activity-details)[Luang Prabang 2 Day Slow Boat Transfer to Houay Xay](/things-to-do/luang-prabang-2-day-slow-boat-transfer-to-huay-xai.a50008726.activity-details)[Nagi of Mekong cruise](/things-to-do/nagi-of-mekong-cruise.a44564419.activity-details)[Akha & Yao Hill Tribes, Chiang Saen, Mae Sai & The Golden Triangle Full Day](/things-to-do/akha-yao-hill-tribes-chiang-saen-mae-sai-the-golden-triangle-full-day.a45292736.activity-details)[Cultural Discovery Tour: Myanmar Border Crossing & River Cruise](/things-to-do/myanmar-border-crossing-mae-khong-river-cruise-tour.a559423.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Doi Tung & Royal Villa: A Guided Journey Through Thai Heritage](/things-to-do/doi-tung-royal-villa.a559415.activity-details) | | With kids | [Nagi of Mekong cruise](/things-to-do/nagi-of-mekong-cruise.a44564419.activity-details)[Akha & Yao Hill Tribes, Chiang Saen, Mae Sai & The Golden Triangle Full Day](/things-to-do/akha-yao-hill-tribes-chiang-saen-mae-sai-the-golden-triangle-full-day.a45292736.activity-details)[Cultural Discovery Tour: Myanmar Border Crossing & River Cruise](/things-to-do/myanmar-border-crossing-mae-khong-river-cruise-tour.a559423.activity-details)[Doi Tung & Royal Villa: A Guided Journey Through Thai Heritage](/things-to-do/doi-tung-royal-villa.a559415.activity-details) | ## What to do in Chiang Saen --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Chiang Saen ![Golden triangle ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634335870992/783b704c-a0b1-4fd6-914a-f4e622672ebc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Golden Triangle Park Explore the great outdoors at Golden Triangle Park, a lovely green space in Sop Ruak. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Golden-Triangle-Park-Chiang-Saen.d553248634335870992.Vacation-Attraction) ![Khao Luang cave, Phetchaburi, Thailand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532742305/c6626bbb-19e6-453d-bae3-1318869ab359.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tham Khao Luang Cave Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tham Khao Luang Cave during your travels in Chiang Saen. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Tham-Khao-Luang-Cave-Chiang-Saen.d553248621532742305.Vacation-Attraction) #### Doi Sa Ngo You can learn about the history of Chiang Saen with a stop at Doi Sa Ngo. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Doi-Sa-Ngo-Chiang-Saen.d553248634382349371.Vacation-Attraction) #### Golden Triangle Viewpoint You can find out about the history of Sop Ruak when you stop by Golden Triangle Viewpoint. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Golden-Triangle-Viewpoint-Chiang-Saen.d746318280045363200.Vacation-Attraction) #### Hall of Opium You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Hall of Opium during your trip to Sop Ruak. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Hall-Of-Opium-Chiang-Saen.d6148270.Vacation-Attraction) #### Wat Phra That Chom Kitti & Wat Chom Chaeng After visiting Wat Phra That Chom Kitti & Wat Chom Chaeng, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Chiang Saen. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Wat-Phra-That-Chom-Kitti-Wat-Chom-Chaeng-Chiang-Saen.d553248621526917911.Vacation-Attraction) #### Wat Chedi Luang You can find out about the history of Chiang Saen with a stop at Wat Chedi Luang. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Wat-Chedi-Luang-Chiang-Saen.d6148268.Vacation-Attraction) #### Wat Pa Sak Wat Pa Sak is just one of the places to see in Chiang Saen, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Wat-Pa-Sak-Chiang-Saen.d553248621526917910.Vacation-Attraction) #### Chiang Saen National Museum You can browse the exhibits at Chiang Saen National Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Chiang Saen. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Chiang-Saen-National-Museum-Chiang-Saen.d6148266.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Chiang Saen ![Tachileik from Mae Sai, Thailand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6143264/1d53ba2f-7cc4-47b2-95ed-d62ce7283262.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mae Sai ![panorama view of mae khong river and laos](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160612/25783454-cacd-4a3f-addd-c552d2a43a17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chiang Khong ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Chiang Saen worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Chiang Saen? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Chiang Saen? ### Is three days enough to stay in Chiang Saen? ### What are some activities to do in Chiang Saen with kids? > - [Nagi of Mekong cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/nagi-of-mekong-cruise.a44564419.activity-details) > - [Akha & Yao Hill Tribes, Chiang Saen, Mae Sai & The Golden Triangle Full Day](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/akha-yao-hill-tribes-chiang-saen-mae-sai-the-golden-triangle-full-day.a45292736.activity-details) > - [Cultural Discovery Tour: Myanmar Border Crossing & River Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/myanmar-border-crossing-mae-khong-river-cruise-tour.a559423.activity-details) > - [Doi Tung & Royal Villa: A Guided Journey Through Thai Heritage](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/doi-tung-royal-villa.a559415.activity-details) ### What to do in Chiang Saen for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Chiang Saen? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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