Mekong Cruise from Luang Prabang

5–6 hours

Mekong Cruise from Luang Prabang, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Skip the hassle of haggling with boatmen by booking this Mekong cruise online, where a fixed price secures a guided, door-to-door experience. Journey from Luang Prabang to the Pak Ou Caves, stopping to sample local rice whiskey and explore sacred caverns. After a included lunch, continue by car to the stunning Kuang Si Falls and a nearby Hmong village. Travelers can select from daytime, sunset, or 2-day itineraries, with the option to upgrade to a private tour for a more personalized experience.

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At a glance

Duration: 5–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Mekong Tourist

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–8 years) · Adults (9–79 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lunch (Buffet-style lunch)
Included: Coffee and/or Tea
Included: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: All Fees and Taxes

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic Beverages
Not included: Soda/Pop

Itinerary

Whisky Village

30 min Admission included

A unique little village on the banks of the Mekong River. Ban Xang Hai, is also known as whisky village, is famous for their handicraft products like distilling and selling whisky, hand woven fabric and jewelry.
Pak Ou Caves

one hour Admission included

These two caves are located some 25km from Luang Prabang where the Nam Ou River flows into the Meking. The journey on a slow moving longboat to caves is decidedly picturesque. Motoring upriver you can see locals fishing and listen to the joyful laugher of children splashing in the water. The caves are revered throughout Laos and a very popular place for tourists and pilgrimsalike. There are some 4000 statyes abd statyettes in the caves, mostly of the Buddha, many stukk covered with paper thin gilding. The first cave is reached by a steep staircase from the river’s edge, while the second cave is a little deeper inside the mountain: bring a torchilight!
Kuang Si Falls

2 hours Admission included

The Kuang Si Falls, sometimes spelled Kuang Xi or known as Tat Kuang Si Waterfalls, is a three levelled waterfall about 29 kilometres (18 mi) south of Luang Prabang.

Upon reaching falls, relax and enjoy the magnificent natural surroundings. The water tumbles down and cascades gently into several cool, clear pools where you can enjoy a refreshing swim. The adventurous may walk to the top of the falls via a steep track where stunning views are awaiting them. Kuang Si Waterfalls also is a place where a rescue center for protecting sunbears, the endangered species, is located.
Hmong Heritage Culture Center

30 min Admission included

On the way back from the waterfall, we visit a Hmong village. We walk through the village and stop at a small museum built by the villagers. We learn from the villagers dressed in traditional costumes about their original highland life.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Manyo Hotel and Resort
Luangprabang That Luang Boutique House
A+Shuya
Nan Ya Hotel
Villa Thavisouk Legend
Palm Golden Luangprabang Hotel
L'hotel Souvannaphoum
Amanda Hotel aman da jiudian
Villa Phathana Royal View Hotel
La Nuit De Laos
LuangPrabang Orient Boutique Hotel
Luang Prabang Legend Hotel

and 159 more pickup points

Hotel pickup available from selected Luang Prabang areas, the guide will meet you at your hotel lobby or designated meeting point for easy recognition.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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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

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
No wheelchair accessible
We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking