Explore Chiang Mai with a Heart: Self-Drive Trip with HAUP – The Thai Car Sharing App.

If you're planning to visit Chiang Mai and want the freedom to explore on your own terms, consider renting a car with HAUP – a Thai car sharing app that will make your trip smoother and more special than ever.

Start Your Journey at Chiang Mai Airport 🚙

After landing, we picked up our rental car directly at Chiang Mai Airport via the HAUP app. It was quick, convenient, and hassle-free. HAUP is simple to use — whether you book in advance or make a last-minute reservation, everything can be done from your smartphone.

✨ HAUP is more than just car rental – it’s true Car Sharing

All vehicles on the platform belong to individual Thai car owners, not large companies.

With HAUP, Thai people get to use cars without owning them, while car owners earn extra income — building a real sharing community.

How to Rent with HAUP:

📱 Book via www.haupcar.com or the HAUP application

📄 Submit documents online using only your Thai ID and a driver's license (valid for 1+ year)

📍 Pick up and return at Chiang Mai Airport with ease

🚙 Choose from a variety of cars that match your travel style

Chiang Mai Highlights:

• Chang Moi Road

• Brewginning Café ☕

• Taitoon Baan ( 带福办 )

• Wat Pha Lat (Hidden Temple)

• Baan Kang Wat

• Yook Samai (Modern Thai Cuisine) 🍛

• Mahasamut Library and Cafe 📖

• Obchoei Original Homemade 🍰

• Dhammada Homestay 🏡

• Biguri Homemade Soft Donut 🍩

Discovering Chang Moi Road – Where Old Meets Cool

Our journey began on Chang Moi Road, a district that blends local Lanna charm with modern, creative vibes. The street is lined with indie cafes, craft shops, and cultural gems — perfect for a leisurely stroll and hidden discoveries.

Brewginning Café ☕ – Retro Cool Meets Artisan Coffee

This café on Chang Moi Road is a must-visit. With a mix of raw concrete, wooden elements, and a striking red backdrop, it creates a vintage-industrial atmosphere that's both stylish and cozy. Every corner is photo-worthy.

Whether you sit at the indoor bar or by the sunny window, you'll enjoy old-school music and your favorite cup of coffee. Try their signature latte or other creative drinks to start your day right.

Taitoon Baan (带福办) – A Cozy Breakfast Like Home

Set in a traditional Thai house with a high open undercroft, this cozy breakfast spot brings home-style warmth and comfort. The interior is simple yet charming, combining Thai-Chinese vintage aesthetics.

🧃 Must-try menu:

• Thai Custard Bread – soft and aromatic

• Pan Eggs – flavorful and served hot

• Pork Congee – smooth and satisfying

Wat Pha Lat – Hidden Peace in the Forest

This lesser-known temple nestled in the forest on Doi Suthep is the perfect escape for those seeking tranquility. Surrounded by waterfalls, stone paths, and lush greenery, Wat Pha Lat offers an authentic and unpolished beauty of Lanna architecture.

You can meditate, take a mindful walk, or simply breathe in the stillness. It’s easily accessible and highly recommended, especially if you're driving your own car around Chiang Mai.

Baan Kang Wat – Embrace Chiang Mai’s Creative Slow Life

Located in Soi Wat Umong, Baan Kang Wat is a creative community filled with local art, handmade products, indie cafes, and green spaces. Walk among tiny wooden houses turned into cozy shops:

🛍 Handcrafted goods📚 A reading nook beneath the trees🧺 DIY workshop zones

The whole area invites you to slow down and soak in Chiang Mai’s artistic soul.

Yook Samai 🍛 – Flavors of Thai Classics in a Modern Twist

Don’t miss this warm and welcoming eatery within Baan Kang Wat. Their signature Khao Soi Gai and Shrimp Paste Fried Rice with Mackerel are packed with flavor and love.

Mahasamut Library and Cafe 📖 – Books, Coffee, and Peace

A dream spot for book lovers and quiet seekers. Tucked away in a cozy corner, this café is perfect for sipping coffee while reading or working in silence.

Obchoei Original Homemade 🍰 – Sweet Thai-Inspired Bakes

A homey bakery offering creative desserts with local Thai ingredients. It’s warm, inviting, and deliciously fragrant inside — just like Chiang Mai hospitality.

Mae Taeng – Retreat into the Mountains & Green Tea Hills 🌿🍵

About an hour north of Chiang Mai, Mae Taeng is a peaceful getaway with beautiful mountain views, tea farms, and fresh air. The drive itself is scenic and relaxing, especially when you’re in full control with your rental car.

Tea Farms in the Hills

Several farms open their doors to visitors for tea tasting and views over terraced hills. Try your hand at tea making, walk through the plantations, or sit and sip in the mountain breeze.

Dhammada Homestay 🏡 – Nature in Its Simplest, Warmest Form

This charming homestay offers a down-to-earth retreat surrounded by rice fields and hills. Wake up to mountain mist and a hot Thai breakfast, lovingly made by your host.

Biguri Homemade Soft Donut 🍩 – Sweet Ending Back in Town

After returning from Mae Taeng, don’t forget to stop by Biguri in Chiang Mai city. Their soft, buttery donuts are freshly made and perfect with a cup of tea or milk. Try classic sugar-glazed or custard-filled versions.

Why Choose HAUP for Self-Driving in Chiang Mai?

💪 Support Local – 100% of revenue stays within Thailand, supporting local car owners directly

🏎 Diverse selection – city cars, premium rides, EVs, all in one app

📱 Easy to book, unlock, and return cars via app

📈 Cost-effective – includes first-class insurance

🛡 Safe – 24/7 support team

📍 Convenient pickup at Chiang Mai Airport

More Than a Trip — A Shared Journey

This Chiang Mai journey wasn’t just another trip. By choosing HAUP, we supported fellow Thais, enjoyed full freedom, and became part of a true sharing economy.

Next time you plan to rent a car in Chiang Mai or anywhere in Thailand, remember:

Enjoy Freedom, Flexibility & Fun – Now available right at Chiang Mai Airport!