Mid-Range Travel Guide: Chiangrai

Accommodation

$35-80 per night

Private rooms in mid-range hotels, boutique guesthouses, comfortable accommodations with AC and private bath

Food & Dining

$25-50 per day

Mix of local restaurants, tourist-friendly eateries, occasional hotel breakfast, some street food

Transportation

$12-35 per day

Mix of public transport and private taxis, occasional car rentals for day trips, rideshare apps

Activities

$30-75 per day

Guided tours, temple visits with guides, cultural shows, day trips to nearby attractions

Eat at local markets and street food stalls instead of tourist restaurants (typically 60-80% cheaper)

Use songthaews and local buses instead of taxis for transportation (usually 70-85% savings)

Stay in guesthouses outside the main tourist areas for 30-50% lower accommodation costs

Visit temples and natural attractions independently rather than booking guided tours (saves $20-40 per day)

Shop at local markets for snacks and drinks instead of convenience stores (typically 40-60% cheaper)

Book accommodations directly with properties to avoid booking platform fees (usually 10-20% savings)

Travel during low season months for significantly reduced prices across all categories

Taking taxis everywhere instead of using local transport options (can triple transportation costs)

Eating only in tourist-focused restaurants near major attractions (typically 100-200% markup over local prices)

Booking last-minute accommodations during peak season (can increase costs by 50-150%)

Not comparing tour prices between different operators (price variations can be 40-80% for similar experiences)