Activity Pak Beng, Laos
Chiang Mai: Luxury Slow Boat to Luang Prabang 3D2N
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About this activity
Embark on a seamless and scenic journey from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang, traveling in comfort and style aboard a luxury slow boat along the legendary Mekong River. This 3-day, 2-night adventure offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic Lao experiences that you won’t find anywhere else.
At a glance
- Duration
- 3 days
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Up to 10 people
- People per booking
- 1–10
- Guide
- English
- Operated by
- Trips Chiang Mai
Ages: Adults (15–99 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Air-conditioned vehicle from Chiangmai to Chiangkong
- Included: Accident insurance (Passport copy/photo required on travel date.)
- Included: Admission Fee for Visit Sites Service by our English Speaking Guide
- Included: Lunch
- Included: Lao tour English instructor
- Included: Transfer Bus cross the border.
- Included: Breakfast
- Included: Transfer to Luang Prabang by Your hotel on Day 3
- Included: Lunch on Boat as mention in the program,Bottle of Water,coffee,Tea After meals
Not included
- Not included: Wat Rong Khun $3 per person
- Not included: Laos visa fee
- Not included: Room 1 night at Pakbang. Ticket and lunch at the White temple. Lunch on boat Any other expenses not mentioned in the package.
- Not included: Beverages,Personal expense,and Tip
- Not included: Entrance fees: Wat Rong Khun
Itinerary
Day 1 · Chiang Mai to Chiang Kong - Huay Xay,Lao
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6 hours Admission not included
09:00-09:30 AM: Pick-up from your hotel in Chiang Mai by private transportation (for those booking the full trip).
12:00 PM: Stop at the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun) in Chiang Rai (entrance fee & lunch not included).
After the White Temple: Continue the journey with a 90-minute drive to the Chiang Khong border.
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Chiang Khong
1 h 30 min
Once you arrive at Thai immigration at the border (Chiang Khong), our driver can assist you with visa documentation if needed. You can obtain a visa on arrival (payable in cash) or use an e-visa. Please note that a passport-sized photo is required. If you do not have one, our team can assist you in getting one at the border.
We will pass through Chiang Khong to cross the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge No. 4.
You will need to take a bus to cross the border (included in the service).
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Huay Xai
30 min
Upon arrival in Laos, a hotel representative will meet you and transfer you to your accommodation.
Overnight: Huay Xai City (hotel included).
We provide the room at Huay Xai: 1 room for 2 people. For booking 1 person, you will have own room
Day 2 · Huay Xai to PakBeng,Lao
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Pak Beng
8 hours
8:00 AM: Breakfast at the hotel (included).
09:00-09:30 AM: Pick-up and transfer to the pier to board the luxury slow boat.
10:00 AM: Arrive at Pak Tha for the boat permission checkpoint. Our guide will share the Do's and Don'ts in Laos, along with some fun facts.
Enjoy a traditional Lao meal for lunch on the boat.
Afternoon: Visit a traditional Kamu village (Ban Khmu Law), a small, cozy community of around 70 families. Travelers will learn about rural lifestyles in this remote area before continuing the journey to Pakbeng.
5:00 PM: Arrive in Pakbeng for an overnight stay (accommodation not included).
Please prepare a day pack, as you will be able to leave your luggage on the boat
Welcome Drink: Bael Juice
Lunch: cucumber with tomato salad.
Mok Paa (streamed fish).
Fry Chicken Legs (Chicken Legs are tasty like Tom Yum).
Sweet Sweet Pork (Khov Piav Van Mu).
Streamed vegetable + tomato sauce.
Local desserts and fruits.
Buffet on the boat.
Day 3 · Pakbeng to Luang Prabang ,Lao
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5 hours Admission included
08:00 AM: Depart from Pakbeng.
Morning: Enjoy a demonstration of local handicrafts by the guide. Participate in preparing Lao desserts and drinks.
Lunch: Savor a traditional Lao meal on the boat.
Afternoon:
Visit Ban Muang village, renowned for its Lao whiskey.
Explore the famous Pak Ou Caves, home to over 2,000 Buddha statues.
Welcome Drink: Lemongrass Juice.
Lunch: Chicken Curry.
Wok Vegetable.
Lemongrass Pork.
Veggie Springs Rolls.
Eggplant Fry. (Khov Mak Khou).
Local dessert and fruit.
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Luang Prabang
2 hours
The boat should finally dock in Luang Prabang at around 5:00 pm, and we will transfer you to your hotel.
Please inform us of your hotel to drop off.
SunSet Snacks.
Vegetable Springs Rolls.
Crispy rice with tomato sauce.
Peanuts (MakThov Din Song Kheuong).
LPB Sausage + Mekong Seaweed.
LuangPrabang Rice Bran (Khao Mom Mo Thod).
Buffet on the boat.
Meeting point and pickup
The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.
Pickup points
Please provide a pickup name, address, and room number, and we will confirm a time for pickup at least one day in advance.
Pick Up: 09.00-09.30 am.
*The pickup time is about 09.00–9:30 am.
Please arrive at the location 10 minutes before the departure time.
The tour starts with picking up guests from the city area before moving to the next location.
Using your ticket
Please show the booking number to redeem.
Cancellation
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least 6 days before | 100% |
| At least 2 days before | 50% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
- The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
- The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.
Good to know
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
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Please provide a WhatsApp-enabled phone number when booking so our team can easily reach you on the day of the tour.
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Not recommended for same-day arrivals or tight onward schedules. Tour timing may vary due to traffic and operational conditions.
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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.
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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.
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