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This scenic slow boat journey offers a relaxed and culturally rich way to travel from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang. Unlike a rushed flight or bumpy bus ride, you'll drift down the Mekong River, passing through untouched landscapes, quiet villages, and lush jungle. Along the way, you'll witness daily life on the riverbanks and enjoy peaceful moments that modern travel rarely allows. With seamless border crossing, comfortable transport, and a chance to truly disconnect, this two-day trip transforms
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This scenic slow boat journey offers a relaxed and culturally rich way to travel from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang. Unlike a rushed flight or bumpy bus ride, you'll drift down the Mekong River, passing through untouched landscapes, quiet villages, and lush jungle. Along the way, you'll witness daily life on the riverbanks and enjoy peaceful moments that modern travel rarely allows. With seamless border crossing, comfortable transport, and a chance to truly disconnect, this two-day trip transforms a simple transfer into an unforgettable adventure.
This scenic slow boat journey offers a relaxed and culturally rich way to travel from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang. Unlike a rushed flight or bumpy bus ride, you'll drift down the Mekong River, passing through untouched landscapes, quiet villages, and lush jungle. Along the way, you'll witness daily life on the riverbanks and enjoy peaceful moments that modern travel rarely allows. With seamless border crossing, comfortable transport, and a chance to truly disconnect, this two-day trip transforms a simple transfer into an unforgettable adventure.
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143 pickup locations available — or request your own hotel
Pickup starts 5 min before departure
We provide pick-up from hotels in Chiang Rai’s city center within a 6-kilometer radius. We will check if your location is within our service area and let you know. Please provide the hotel name exactly as it appears on Google Maps, or—if it is not listed—a clearly identifiable nearby location, so we can arrange your pick-up accurately. Pickup time depends on your location. We will confirm the pickup time after we receive your complete hotel name and address. Please check your email.
The car will stop in front of 7-11 store no. 02825 in front of the bus terminal.
End service at slow boat terminal. The shared taxi from the slow boat terminal to the Luang Prabang downtown area is 2 USD per person.
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