Luang Prabang 2 Day Slow Boat Transfer to Houay Xay

New48 hFree cancellationBy Trips Chiang Mai

About this activity

Travel from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai on a 2-day slow boat journey along the Mekong River, with an overnight stop in Pakbeng. Enjoy riverside scenery and local life along the way, with optional onward transfer services available from Huay Xai Slow Boat Pier.

- Hotel pickup in Luang Prabang included

- 2-day slow boat journey via Pakbeng

- Scenic Mekong River route

- Optional onward transfers from Huay Xai Slow Boat Pier

What's included

✓Private tuk-tuk from Huay Xai Pier to Laos Immigration (selected option only)
✓Private transfer to your Chiang Rai hotel (selected option only)
✓Accident insurance (Passport copy/photo required on travel date.)
✓Boat ticket from Pakbeng to Huay Xai
✓Hotel pickup by Tuk Tuk
✓Boat ticket from Luang Prabang to Pakbeng

Not included

✕Foods and Drinks on the boat
✕Accommodation in Pakbeng
✕Imigration fees about 1 (USD)

Meeting and pickup

The Tuk Tuk will stop in front of Amazon Cafe

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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.
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.
Please take all belongings with you when leaving the boat in Pakbeng and bring them back for Day 2.
Several booking options are available depending on your onward travel needs. The standard option ends at Huay Xai Slow Boat Pier, while other options continue by private tuk-tuk to Laos Immigration or include an onward private transfer to your hotel in Chiang Rai.
Optional private onward transfers are included only when the corresponding option is selected at booking.
People prone to seasickness
People with motion sickness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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