DIY Local Herb Workshop by Uri Herbs in Chiang Mai

In Chiang Mai, this workshop turns familiar local plants into things you can take home and use: two tea blends, a Thai Yadom inhaler, and, in the full package, a wrapped herbal massage ball. You get to handle and smell the ingredients as you learn what goes into each traditional preparation.

I like that you can tailor the tea and inhaler to your preferences, and that instructors such as Mali and Erick explain the ingredients as you work. The main consideration is price: the complete three-part workshop costs more than a single class, so choose the package that suits your interest and budget.

What makes this workshop worth your time

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• You make three distinct items: The full workshop combines two tea blends, a Yadom inhaler, and a Luk Pra Kob herbal massage ball.
• You work with more than 15 Thai herbs: Choose ingredients for scent and intended use, with guidance from the workshop’s recipe materials.
• The welcome tea gets things started: Tea is included, and some sessions have also served a small coconut chia-seed treat.
• You learn by handling the ingredients: Smell, mix, cut, and pound herbs rather than only hearing about them.
• You can book a shorter or single-topic option: Tea, inhaler, and massage-ball classes are available separately, as are two-hour combinations.
• It is a practical rainy-day activity: The workshop is indoors, and its hands-on format gives you a break from Chiang Mai’s heat.

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A small workshop built around Thai herbs

Uri Herbs offers a hands-on introduction to traditional Thai herbal preparations in Si Phum, Chiang Mai. The full workshop takes about three hours, but you can also choose one activity or a two-hour combination. That flexibility matters: if you have a packed schedule, you can focus on the preparation that interests you most rather than making time for the full set.

The workshop is not simply a demonstration. You make the blends and objects yourself, with an instructor guiding the process. The emphasis is on the herbs’ aromas, how they are combined, and the traditional techniques behind each preparation.

You’ll find Uri Herbs at 44, 3 Si Phum Soi 9, Tambon Si Phum, Mueang, Chiang Mai 50200. The meeting point is the workshop itself, so plan to arrive there rather than expecting transport to be included.

Start with a cup of welcome tea

The session begins with a signature welcome tea, a useful first taste of the plants you’ll be learning about. The drink gives you a gentle introduction to the workshop’s sensory focus: the smell and flavor of an herb are part of the experience, not just a label on a jar.

Some participants have also been served a small coconut chia-seed treat. It sounds like a pleasant extra, but the confirmed inclusion is the welcome tea, so don’t count on a particular dessert being part of every session.

The atmosphere is described as comfortable and relaxed, and the instructors take time to explain ingredients. One useful touch is a QR code with further information about herbs used in class. That gives you something to refer back to after you leave, when the names and uses of several plants may start to blur together.

Blend two teas for your own preferences

In the tea portion, you make two custom infusions using a recipe book and ingredients that can include ginger, pandan, and butterfly pea. The stated options include blends intended for concerns such as digestion, stress, or immunity. Think of these as traditional uses and workshop themes, not a medical promise.

The value here is the chance to adjust a blend to your taste and interests. You’re not just buying a ready-made packet; you see and smell the ingredients and take part in combining them. One tea-class participant also got to cut fresh plants, which adds a useful link between the finished infusion and the living herb.

If tea is your main interest, the single tea-blending class is the simplest choice, listed from US$27.39. It is also a good way to keep costs down if you are more curious about plants and flavors than about making an inhaler or massage ball.

Mix a Yadom inhaler with herbs you choose

A Yadom is a traditional Thai herbal inhaler, and making one is the workshop’s most distinctive activity for many first-time visitors. You choose from more than 15 herbs and essential oils, then mix and pound the ingredients to create a personal blend. The workshop frames the inhaler around aims such as mental clarity or respiratory relief.

The process is practical and aromatic. You learn about the raw materials as you handle them, then make a small sachet or jar to take with you. That makes this a particularly useful option if you have seen Yadom for sale around Thailand and want to understand what goes into one before buying another.

The single inhaler workshop starts at US$27.39. A two-hour tea-and-inhaler combination starts at US$49.69, which may be the best balance if you want both a take-home blend and a little more context without committing to the full three-hour program.

Wrap a Luk Pra Kob herbal massage ball

The third activity is making a Luk Pra Kob, a traditional herbal massage ball. You mix herbs such as turmeric and lemongrass, then learn the wrapping technique used to shape the ball. Unlike blending tea, this part involves a hands-on craft skill: the ingredients need to be gathered and wrapped into a finished bundle.

The massage-ball class gives the workshop a broader feel. You move from preparations you smell or drink to one intended for massage, and the work of shaping it makes the final item feel distinctly handmade. It is a good pick if you like learning a physical technique and want a souvenir that is not another small bottle or packet.

You can book this class on its own from US$27.39, or combine it with the inhaler or tea in a two-hour session from US$49.69. The three-part package includes tea blending, the inhaler, and the massage ball, and starts at US$69.05.

Choosing a package without overspending

The right package depends on how much time you want to spend and which finished item appeals to you. Current options include individual tea, inhaler, or massage-ball workshops from US$27.39; two-hour pairings from US$49.69; and the three-activity package from US$69.05. A separate two-hour natural skincare and aromatherapy workshop is also listed from US$80.35.

The full workshop costs more, but it gives you three different activities and more time with the ingredients. If you are interested in Thai herbal practice as a whole, that breadth is the main reason to pay extra. If you are mainly curious about Yadom, the single inhaler session or tea-and-inhaler pairing is a more economical choice.

Prices are shown as starting rates, so check the amount for your chosen date and package before booking. Tips and gratuities are not included. For value, consider whether you will actually use the items you make: a personal tea blend or inhaler may be more appealing than paying for all three simply because the full option is available.

Instructors, language, and the pace of class

The workshop lists English-, Thai-, and Hebrew-speaking guide support. Instructors named in participant accounts include Mali and Erick; another account spells the name Eric. Names and staff may vary by session, but the teaching style described is patient and detailed.

Classes can still go ahead with a single participant, so you need not assume there will be a large group. At the same time, the shared format can be sociable: the activities give people a natural reason to chat while mixing, cutting, and wrapping. If you prefer to work at your own pace, the workshop has also allowed participants to finish without being hurried out immediately after class.

This is an educational craft session, not a clinical consultation. You can ask about traditional uses and ingredients, but don’t treat a tea blend or inhaler as a substitute for medical advice or treatment.

Who will enjoy Uri Herbs most

This is a strong fit if you enjoy food and craft classes, like learning through touch and smell, or want a locally rooted activity that results in something you can carry home. It also suits a hot or rainy afternoon, when an indoor activity can be a welcome change from walking around town.

Families can consider it, too. There is no stated age limit, but children under 12 need a parent, and participants aged 12 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult. Pets are allowed, an unusual and useful detail if you are traveling with one.

You may want to skip it if you are looking for a fast sightseeing stop, a temple visit, or a purely historical lecture. The appeal is making and smelling things, with explanations along the way. If you have little interest in herbal products, the activity may feel less worthwhile than a cooking class or city tour.

Practical details before you book

The full tea, inhaler, and massage-ball workshop is described as a three-hour activity. Two-hour combinations and single-topic classes are also available, so check the duration attached to your specific package rather than assuming every option takes the same amount of time.

Your voucher is valid only for the date and time specified. Changes are generally allowed until 24 hours before the activity, subject to exclusions for certain pass, promotional, and voucher situations. A full refund is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the activity date, using the destination’s local time.

Should you book this Chiang Mai herb workshop?

Book it if you want a calm, hands-on look at Thai herbal preparations and enjoy leaving an activity with things you made yourself. The tea, Yadom inhaler, and massage ball each offer a different kind of task, and the instructors’ explanations help connect the ingredients to their traditional uses.

For most people comparing options, the two-hour tea-and-inhaler package is a sensible middle ground. Choose the full three-part workshop if you have the time and want the widest range of activities; choose one class if a single preparation is what brought you here. The price is not the cheapest way to spend an afternoon in Chiang Mai, but the instruction and take-home items give it more value than a simple demonstration.

FAQ

How long does the workshop take?

The full herbal tea, Yadom inhaler, and massage-ball workshop takes three hours. Some individual classes and combinations are listed as two-hour options, so check the duration for the package you choose.

What can I make in the full workshop?

You make two custom herbal tea blends, one Thai Yadom inhaler, and one Luk Pra Kob herbal massage ball.

What ingredients might I work with?

Tea ingredients can include ginger, pandan, and butterfly pea. The inhaler uses a selection from more than 15 herbs and essential oils, while the massage ball can include herbs such as turmeric and lemongrass.

What is included in the workshop?

A signature welcome tea and admission to the selected workshop are included. Tips and gratuities are not included.

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is Uri Herbs Workshop at 44, 3 Si Phum Soi 9, Tambon Si Phum, Mueang, Chiang Mai 50200.

What languages are available?

The activity lists English-, Thai-, and Hebrew-speaking guide support.

Can children join?

There is no age limit. Children under 12 need a parent, and participants aged 12 to 17 must have an adult with them.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, pets are allowed.

Can I cancel or change my booking?

A full refund is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the activity date, in destination local time. Changes are generally allowed until 24 hours before the start, but some booking types and voucher conditions are excluded.