Embark on a 2-day cross-border adventure from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang by sleeper bus. Experience the White Temple and overnight comfort.
Embark on a 2-day cross-border adventure from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang by sleeper bus. Experience the White Temple and overnight comfort.
Important Notes:
The Lao government exclusively regulates the number of boats departing from Lao ports, which is beyond our control.
During the peak season (November to February), some days may be quite busy, and boats can become crowded, impacting comfort.
We kindly request your understanding and encourage you to plan and prepare accordingly before…
Important Notes:
The Lao government exclusively regulates the number of boats departing from Lao ports, which is beyond our control.
During the peak season (November to February), some days may be quite busy, and boats can become crowded, impacting comfort.
We kindly request your understanding and encourage you to plan and prepare accordingly before booking this trip.
You must remain on the boat for at least 6 hours. If you have health conditions such as knee pain, heel pain, or osteoarthritis, please consider this before booking.
Pack wisely: Bring warm clothing for cooler temperatures, personal snacks, and a power bank.
Currency in Laos: Thai Baht (THB) and US Dollars (USD) are accepted for purchases in border towns, Pakbeng, and on the slow boat.
Program
Day 1:
Chiang Mai – Chiang Khong – Huay Xai (Laos)
09:00 – 09:30 AM: Pickup from your hotel in Chiang Mai by VIP van.
12:30 PM: Stop for lunch at a local restaurant (meal not included).
04:00 PM: Arrive at Chiang Khong, the Thai-Lao border.
04:30 PM: Cross the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge No. 4 into Laos (border fee included).
05:00 PM: Complete visa-on-arrival at Laos border control. (Please wait for the entire group.)
06:00 PM: Check in at your Huay Xai accommodation (twin-sharing or private room for solo travelers).
Day 2: Slow Boat from Huay Xai to Pakbeng
08:00 AM: Breakfast at the hotel.
08:45–09:00 AM: Transfer to the boat pier to begin the slow boat journey to Pakbeng.
Enjoy a full day cruising down the Mekong River. Meals and drinks are not included, but can be purchased on board.
05:00 PM: Arrive in Pakbeng. Please take all your luggage from the back and bring it back tomorrow.
Accommodation not included—please arrange your own stay.
Day 3: Pakbeng to Luang Prabang
09:00 AM: Continue the scenic boat ride to Luang Prabang. If the boat is too crowded, it is recommended to arrive early to reserve a seat.
Enjoy breathtaking views of Laos’ unspoiled landscapes as you cruise down the Mekong.
05:00 PM: Arrive at Slow Boat Terminal, Luang Prabang.
Optional shared taxi to downtown Luang Prabang available for $2 per person.
Points of Interest
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Wat Rong Khun
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Luang Prabang
- Boat tickets for 2 days
- Experienced driver
- Accommodation at Huay Xai Riverside Hotel on day 1
- Transportation in air-conditioned van
- Accident insurance (Passport copy/photo required on travel date)
- Bus ride across the border
- Boat tickets for 2 days
- Experienced driver
- Accommodation at Huay Xai Riverside Hotel on day 1
- Transportation in air-conditioned van
- Accident insurance (Passport copy/photo required on travel date)
- Bus ride across the border
- Lunch on days 1, 2, and 3
- Accommodation in Pak Beng on day 2
- Laos Visa fee
- Laos Visa Photo: If not available, our team can help you find it at the border
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Lunch on days 1, 2, and 3
- Accommodation in Pak Beng on day 2
- Laos Visa fee
- Laos Visa Photo: If not available, our team can help you find it at the border
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Set off on a picturesque 3-day adventure from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang, enjoying the comfort of a VIP van and a traditional slow boat along the Mekong River. Discover the natural splendor and cultural wealth of northern Thailand and Laos as you cross borders, sail through breathtaking landscapes, and stay in delightful riverside towns.
Enjoy a…
Set off on a picturesque 3-day adventure from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang, enjoying the comfort of a VIP van and a traditional slow boat along the Mekong River. Discover the natural splendor and cultural wealth of northern Thailand and Laos as you cross borders, sail through breathtaking landscapes, and stay in delightful riverside towns.
Enjoy a seamless transfer from Chiang Mai in a comfortable VIP van.
Experience an authentic slow boat journey along the Mekong River, shared with locals for a genuine cultural encounter.
Relish a scenic river voyage, passing through lush jungles, remote villages, and striking limestone cliffs.
Benefit from convenient overnight accommodations in Huay Xai and Pakbeng (accommodation included in Huay Xai).
Receive smooth border crossing assistance from Thailand to Laos.
- For separate bookings, please send all booking references at least 2 days before the travel date so we can try to seat your group in the same van.
- Please provide a WhatsApp-enabled phone number when booking so our team can easily reach you on the day of the tour.
- Not recommended for same-day arrivals or tight onward schedules. Tour timing may vary due to traffic and operational conditions.
- Visa & Arrival Card (Laos – Land Border): Even with a Laos e-Visa, all travelers entering via Friendship Bridge 4 must complete the paper arrival card at the Lao border. Online arrival forms are for air arrivals only.
- Visa on Arrival (Laos): Cash payment required (THB 1,800–2,000 or USD 40). This visa fee is excluded from the tour price and must be paid separately upon arrival at the Lao border.
- Please keep your original boat ticket for both travel days. Lost or damaged tickets cannot be reissued. If the ticket is lost, a new ticket must be purchased directly by the passenger.
- People with haemophilia
- People prone to seasickness
- People with motion sickness
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
