Doi Suthep at sunrise — weekday beats weekend buses Songthaew from CMU area, 60 baht. Steps at 6:45am, city still in mist. Weekend = tour bus chaos by 9am. Dress covered — wraps at the gate if you forget. Pair with Arm's Chiang Mai guide for transport, costs, and how it fits a week itinerary: Chiang Mai travel guide →