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Chiang Mai: 3 Days 2 Nights Slow Boat Transfer to Luang Prabang
Embark on a scenic 3-day journey from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang, traveling in comfort via VIP van and a traditional slow boat along the Mekong River. Experience the natural beauty and cultural richness of northern Thailand and Laos as you cross borders, cruise through stunning landscapes, and stay
Overview
- ✓Embark on a scenic 3-day journey from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang, traveling in comfort via VIP van and a traditional slow boat along the Mekong River.
- ✓Experience the natural beauty and cultural richness of northern Thailand and Laos as you cross borders, cruise through stunning landscapes, and stay in charming riverside towns.
- ✓Hassle-free transfer from Chiang Mai with a comfortable VIP van.
- ✓Authentic slow boat along the Mekong River, shared with locals for a cultural experience.
- ✓Scenic river journey, passing lush jungles, remote villages, and dramatic limestone cliffs.
Embark on a scenic 3-day journey from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang, traveling in comfort via VIP van and a traditional slow boat along the Mekong River. Experience the natural beauty and cultural richness of northern Thailand and Laos as you cross borders, cruise through stunning landscapes, and stay in charming riverside towns. Hassle-free transfer from Chiang Mai with a comfortable VIP van. Authentic slow boat along the Mekong River, shared with locals for a cultural experience. Scenic river journey, passing lush jungles, remote villages, and dramatic limestone cliffs. Convenient overnight stays in Huay Xai and Pakbeng (accommodation included in Huay Xai). Smooth border crossing assistance from Thailand to Laos.
Embark on a scenic 3-day journey from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang, traveling in comfort via VIP van and a traditional slow boat along the Mekong River. Experience the natural beauty and cultural richness of northern Thailand and Laos as you cross borders, cruise through stunning landscapes, and stay in charming riverside towns. Hassle-free transfer from Chiang Mai with a comfortable VIP van. Authentic slow boat along the Mekong River, shared with locals for a cultural experience. Scenic river journey, passing lush jungles, remote villages, and dramatic limestone cliffs. Convenient overnight stays in Huay Xai and Pakbeng (accommodation included in Huay Xai). Smooth border crossing assistance from Thailand to Laos.
Travel Insurance for Thailand
SafetyWing covers medical expenses, trip cancellation, and adventure activities. Plans from $1.5/day.
What’s Included
- ✓Boat tickets 2 Days
- ✓The experienced driver
- ✓Accommodation at the Huay Xai Riverside Hotel on day 1
- ✓Transportation in air-conditioned van
- ✓Accident insurance (Passport copy/photo required on travel date.)
- ✓A bus ride across the border
What’s NOT Included
- ✗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
What to Bring
- •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- •Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- •Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •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
Meeting and Pickup
🚐Hotel pickup included
590 pickup locations available
Pickup starts 5 min before departure
We offer pick-up and drop-off service from hotels in the city center. We will check if your location is within our service area and let you know. Pickup time depends on your location. We will confirm the pickup time after we receive your complete hotel name and address. This is a shared transfer, and pick-up could be early or late. The pickup time is about 09.00–9:30 am.
🏁 End point
Slow Boat Terminal.The shared taxi from Slow Boat Terminal to Luang Prabang downtown area is 2 USD per person
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