Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang 2 Day Slow Boat with Pak Ou Caves
Take the scenic route to Luang Prabang on this relaxed 2-day journey from Chiang Rai. This slow boat adventure includes hotel pickup in Chiang Rai, visa assistance at the Thai–Lao border, an overnight stay in Huay Xai, and a full-day cruise along the Mekong River. Enjoy local stories from an onboard guide, visit the sacred Pak Ou Caves, and take in the lush landscapes of northern Laos. It’s the most peaceful and immersive way to travel between countries.
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Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang 2 Day Slow Boat with Pak Ou Caves
Pickup included
What's included in Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang 2 Day Slow Boat with Pak Ou Caves
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Day 1 | Chiang Rai to Chiang Kong - Huay Xai
Chiang Rai
Chiang Khong
Chiang Khong
The 4th Thai–Lao Friendship Bridge
Huay Xai
Accommodation
Day 2 | Huay Xai - Mekong River - Pak Ou Caves - Luang Prabang,Lao
Huay Xai
Pak Ou Caves
Luang Prabang
Food and Drinks
Inclusions
- Basic accident coverage
- 1-night hotel in Huay Xai (breakfast included)
- Transfer to Chiang Khong border and assistance with Lao immigration procedures
- Shuttle bus across Friendship Bridge number 4.
- Lunch
- Hotel drop-off in Luang Prabang (within 3 km from pier)
- English-speaking guide
- Breakfast
- Infant document fee is included in the price. No cash payment is needed on the travel day.
- Slow boat ticket to Luang Prabang
- Hotel pickup in Chiang Rai (within 3 km from city center)
- Entry to Pak Ou Caves
- Transfer to Huay Xai boat pier
- Laos visa fee (approx. $40 or 1,800 THB)
- Travelers with e-Visa or visa-free entry pay THB 70–100 tourist tax in... THB 100.00 per person
- Drinks on the boat
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Visa on arrival requires cash payment. Please note that new USD bills are required.
- Travelers who obtain a visa on arrival do not need to pay the Laos tourist tax separately, as it is already included in the visa fee of THB 1,800 (approx. USD 40).
- Travellers with an e-Visa or visa-free entry must pay the tourist tax (THB 70–100) in cash at the border control on the day of travel.
- Solo travelers will be provided a private room. Guests booking in pairs will share a room with their companion.
- Child safety seats are not provided but can be brought by guests if required.
- People prone to seasickness
- People with motion sickness
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Please provide the pickup name, address, and room number at least 3 days in advance, and we will confirm the pickup time accordingly. Pickup time is around 02:00- 02.30 PM in the afternoon. The tour starts from Chiang Rai.
