Experience the serene beauty of the Mekong on a 2-day slow boat journey from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang. Book your adventure now.
Experience the serene beauty of the Mekong on a 2-day slow boat journey from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang. Book your adventure now.
Please be aware: The number of boats permitted to depart from Laos ports is strictly controlled by the Lao government and is not within our influence. During the peak season (November to February), some days may be particularly busy, and the boats might be crowded, potentially impacting comfort. We kindly ask for your understanding and suggest planning…
Please be aware: The number of boats permitted to depart from Laos ports is strictly controlled by the Lao government and is not within our influence. During the peak season (November to February), some days may be particularly busy, and the boats might be crowded, potentially impacting comfort. We kindly ask for your understanding and suggest planning and preparing accordingly before booking this trip.
You will need to be on the boat for a minimum of 6 hours. If you have any health concerns, such as knee pain, heel pain, or osteoarthritis, please take this into consideration before booking.
Slow boats accommodate approximately 100-200 passengers. This boat is shared with local tourists and will not make any stops except at Pak Bang.
Day 1
05:00-05:30 am: Pickup by A-10 air-conditioned VIP van.
08:00 am: Cross the border by bus at the 4th Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge (Chiang Khong-Huay Xai).
09:30 am: Embark on a boat trip to Pakbang.
05:00 pm: Arrive at Pakbang (accommodation not included). Please ensure you take all your luggage from the boat and bring it back the next day.
Day 2
09:00 am: Depart Pakbang and continue the boat trip to Luang Prabang. If the boat is crowded, we recommend arriving early to secure a seat.
05:00 pm: Arrive at Luang Prabang.
Local taxis are available at Luang Prabang Pier to transport you to your accommodation. (The cost per person starts at 100 Baht.)
Points of Interest
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Wat Rong Khun
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Huay Xai
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Pak Beng
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Luang Prabang
- Bus Across the Border
- Air-conditioned vehicle from Chiangrai to Chiangkhong
- Bus Across the Border
- Air-conditioned vehicle from Chiangrai to Chiangkhong
- Lunch on the boat
- Room 1 night at Pakbang
- Visa fee for Laos: Payable in cash only 1,800 THB. You can apply for an e-visa or visa on arrival.
- Photo for Laos Visa: If you don’t have one, our team can help you find one at the border.
- Lunch on the boat
- Room 1 night at Pakbang
- Visa fee for Laos: Payable in cash only 1,800 THB. You can apply for an e-visa or visa on arrival.
- Photo for Laos Visa: If you don’t have one, our team can help you find one at the border.
Chiang Rai is a city in northern Thailand, in the mountainous province of the same name. The city is near the borders of Laos and Myanmar (formerly Burma). Nearby, the Navel City Pillar is a monument made of more than 100 Khmer-style pillars.
The most relaxing, beautiful, and local way to get between Laos and Thailand is by slow boat from Chiang Rai to…
Chiang Rai is a city in northern Thailand, in the mountainous province of the same name. The city is near the borders of Laos and Myanmar (formerly Burma). Nearby, the Navel City Pillar is a monument made of more than 100 Khmer-style pillars.
The most relaxing, beautiful, and local way to get between Laos and Thailand is by slow boat from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang. Take the incredible one day journey down the mighty Mekong on the slow boat to Luang Prabang.
Pick-up time is between 5.00-5.30 am and may be delayed due to traffic.
This itinerary is subject to change due to weather or interruptions. All the times provided are approximate. This is a join-in group transportation. This transportation starts in Chiang Rai, and it is operated by our business partner(s).
- 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.
