Mekong River, Laos

Enjoy a private or shared group boat tour to the Pak Ou Caves and Kuang Si Waterfalls departing from Luang Prabang. You will be picked up at your accommodation and travel straight to the pier. Hop onboard a long tail boat for a relaxing journey aong the Mekong River. Enjoy the views from the water as you pass by local villages and fishing communities. After the first hour and a bit, the boat makes its first short stop at the popular Ban Xang Hai, also known as ‘the whiskey village’. Explore the village, see the process of making Lao Lao, the country’s beloved rice whiskey, and taste the finished product. Continue by boat traveling slowly along the Mekong in the direction of the glorious Pak Ou Caves. Arrive at a small boat landing dock where stairs lead you straight up to the cave. These limestone Buddhist caves have been a place of worship for thousands of years, over this time a collection of Buddha statues and idols have filled these spiritual natural caves Enter the Ou River to visit the limestone cliffs. Then, after a 30-minute boat ride down the Mekong River, arrive at Manifa Elephant Camp for lunch. Enjoy a full buffet-style lunch at the restaurant overlooking the Mekong river and free-roaming elephants. After lunch break, travel by car to the Kuang Si Waterfalls. Enjoy 2 hours of free time to explore the three-layered Kuang Si Waterfalls. Walk the trails of the nature reserve and swim in the refreshing turquoise water pools and visit the bear rescue center. Depart for Luang Prabang, with a short stop at Ban Na Uan Hmong village on the way. Return to the city with drop-off at your hotel.

Please note: The number of ships allowed to depart from Lao ports is regulated solely by the Lao government and is beyond our control. During the high season (November to February), some days may be very busy and the boats can become crowded, which might impact comfort. We kindly ask for your understanding and encourage you to plan and prepare accordingly before booking this trip. Day 1: 05:00–05.30 AM: Pickup by VIP van (10 seats) from your accommodation or a central meeting point in Chiang Rai. 06:30 AM: Cross the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge No. 4 (Bokeo Province) by bus. 08:30 AM: Begin the peaceful boat trip to Pakbeng, taking in the beautiful landscapes of Northern Thailand as the scenery changes to the calm waters and lush shores of the Mekong River. 05:00 PM: Arrive in Pakbeng (accommodation is excluded). You can book a hotel and enjoy dinner at a riverside restaurant. You need to take all your luggage from the boat and bring it back tomorrow. 09:00 AM: Continue the boat trip to Luang Prabang. Listen to the sounds of water and birds, allowing you to relax and reflect on the journey. If the boat is too crowded, we recommend arriving early to reserve a seat. 05:00 PM: Arrive slow boat terminal in Luang Prabang, where you can visit beautiful Buddhist temples and explore the town. End Of Services The shared taxi from slow boat terminal to Luang Prabang downtown area is 2 USD per person

Explore Luang Prabang with a knowledgable local guide. Visit various highlights to discover why Luang Prabang is considered one of the most facinating place in Asia. This tour has four options, consisting of a common morning city tour and three different afternoon itineraries. All can be a shared or private tour. You can also add early morning alms and morning market tour (in shopping cart before checkout). (1) Morning city tour (not including lunch) (2) Full day city tour, Morning city tour + Afternoon tour: Paper village, UXO Center, Wat Visoun, Wat Mai (not including lunch) (3) Morning city tour, afternoon Kuang Si Waterfalls, Hmong village (not including lunch) (4) Morning city tour, afternoon Pak Ou Caves, Whiskey village, Mekong Sunset Cruise (including lunch) Begin the tour early in the morning with a hotel pickup. Choose the addon for an opportunity to witness the centuries-old daily tradition of the almsgiving ceremony with locals. Afterward, we visit the morning market and return to your hotel for breakfast. After breakfast in your hotel, make your way to a small park on the peninsula tip. Get a brief introduction to Luang Prabang, standing where the Nam Khan River meets the Mekong River. From there, walk to Wat Xieng Thong, the most revered temple in Laos. Learn about the typical architecture of Luang Prabang temples with their characteristic low sweeping roofs. Join local pilgrims for a glimpse into the daily Buddhist beliefs of the people. Then, go temple hopping in the neighborhood. Continue to the Royal Palace to see a collection of historical items. Every item tells a story, so listen as your guide tells you about Lao history and royals. Admire a mix of traditional Lao motifs and French Beaux-Arts architecture. The morning tour ends with everyone climbing Mount Phousi and enjoying panoramic views of Luang Prabang from the top. If you would like the tour to continue for one day with us, we offer 3 options; (2) After free time for lunch in the city, visit the paper village of Ban Xang Khong on the Mekong River. Learn about the history of war at the UXO Lao Visitor Center, visit Wat Wisunarat, the oldest temple, as well as Wat Mai, the largest temple in Luang Prabang (3) After free time for lunch in the city, visit Kuang Si Waterfalls. 2.5 hours of free time. Visit a Hmong village on the way back to Luang Prabang. (4) Head to Manifa Elephant Camp for lunch. Then we took a boat to Pak Ou Caves. Explore the caves and tour the surrounding landscape from a boat. A sunset cruise on the Mekong River about 20km to Luang Prabang after a stop at a Whiskey village

Discover Laos' varied and scenic landscapes on this guided tour. After getting picked up from your hotel in Luang Prabang, head north to the Nam Ou Riverside where you will begin your kayak tour. This is an easy river for kayaking where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the tranquil countryside and see naturally-formed limestone cliffs.  Kayak your way towards Pak Ou, where you will visit the famous Pak Ou Caves – 2 linked caves crammed with thousands of gold-lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by devoted pilgrims. Enjoy a guided tour of the caves before starting the second section of your kayak on the Mekong River. Paddle down the Mekong for 30 minutes to reach your lunch destination. Sit down to a delicious buffet lunch as you admire breathtaking views of the Mekong. After lunch, continue to the Kuang Si Falls and enjoy some free time to explore these unique 3-layered falls. You could go for a walk through the trails of the surrounding nature trails, take a dip in the refreshing turquoise water pools or pay a visit to the bear rescue center. Finally, begin the journey back to Luang Prabang. Stop at Ban Na Uan hmong village and get the chance to experience Hmong village life, meet some of the local people and see their traditional embroidery crafts. Get dropped off back at your hotel at the end of the day.

Please note: The number of ships allowed to depart from Lao ports is regulated solely by the Lao government and is beyond our control. During the high season (November to February), some days may be very busy and the boats can become crowded, which might impact comfort. We kindly ask for your understanding and encourage you to plan and prepare accordingly before booking this trip. Day 1 09:00-09.30 am: Pickup by a 10-seater air-conditioned VIP van. 01.30 pm: Visit the famous White Temple (entrance ticket and lunch not included). Note: Occasionally, we may not be able to stop at the temple during rush hour or if it’s too late on the way to the border. In such cases, we will stop at a local restaurant along the way instead. 04:00 pm: Cross the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge No. 4 by bus. 05:00 PM: Arrive at the Laos border control to complete the visa process. 06:00 pm: Check-in at Huay Xai in Laos. 1 room for 2 people Day 2 08:00 am: Breakfast.Please bring jacket with you just incase the weather is cold 09:00–09.30 am: Take a boat trip to Pakbeng. 05.30 pm. Arrive at Pakbeng (accommodation not included). You have to take all your luggage from the boat and bring it back tomorrow. (accommodation not included). Day 3 09:00 am: Take the boat trip to Luang Prabang.If the boat is too crowded, we recommend arriving early to reserve a seat. 05:00 pm: Arrive at slow boat terminal in Luang Prabang. End Of Services The shared taxi from the slow boat terminal to the Luang Prabang downtown area is 2 USD per person.

Here’s the revised version with corrected grammar and improved clarity: 09:00 - 09:30 a.m. Pick-up by a 10-seater, air-conditioned VIP van. 12:30 p.m. Visit the well-known and magnificent White Temple (if we are on time). Entrance fee, tickets, and lunch are not included. 04:00 p.m. Arrive at the Chiang Khong border checkpoint. 04:30 p.m. Cross the border by bus. Once in Laos, our team will pick you up. Please wait for your entire group to cross the border before we travel together to Houay Xai. 05:00 p.m. Arrive in Huay Xai City, Laos, by minivan. Drop-off at hotels in the downtown area only. End of Program: Chiang Mai to Huay Xai City

Chiang Rai is a city in northern Thailand near the borders of Laos and Myanmar, in a beautiful mountainous region. Taking the slow boat from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang offers a peaceful, two-day journey down the Mekong River, perfect for escaping the rush of daily life and enjoying nature. This journey is more than travel—it’s a refreshing experience that lets you connect with nature and appreciate the beauty around you. Itinerary Day 1 2.00 pm: Pickup by VIP van (10 seats). 03.30 pm: Cross Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge No. 4 to Bokeo Province, Laos. 05.00 pm: Stay overnight in Huay Xai, Laos. Day 2 8:00 am: Breakfast. 09.00-09.30 am: Begin boat trip to Pakbeng. Overnight: Stay in Pakbeng (accommodation not included). You need to take all your luggage from the back and bring it back tomorrow. Day 3 9:00 am: Continue boat trip to Luang Prabang. 5:00 pm: Arrive at Slow Boat Terminal. End Of Services The shared taxi from Slow Boat Terminal to Luang Prabang downtown area is 2 USD per person

Discover the beauty of Vientiane with a guided full-day city tour. Choose a half-day or full-day tour, starting with a pick-up from your hotel in the city. Visit the city's most iconic landmarks, including Wat Si Saket, Wat Ho Phra Keo, and the Presidential Palace. Start your tour with a visit to Wat Si Saket, the oldest temple that survived the Siamese war of 1828. Inside, see more than 8000 Buddha statues lining the walls. Continue to Wat Ho Phra Keo, a religious museum that displays a collection of both Lao and Khmer works of art. Afterwards, see the exteriors of the Presidential Palace that formerly served as the French governor’s palace, as well as Wat Si Muang, one of the most popular and venerated temples in Vientiane. Your next stops are Patuxai (Arch de Triumph) - which was just recently built as a way to honor those who died during past wars - and the holiest site in Laos, That Luang, ending your half-day tour. The full-day tour continues with a delicious lunch served at a local restaurant before making a short stop on Friendship Bridge that links Laos and Thailand together. Take a drive to Buddha Park, famous for being home to more than 200 religious statues, including a huge 40-meter Reclining Buddha image. End your full-day tour of the capital along the banks of the Mekong River as the sun begins to set. Stroll along the river, stop to enjoy a cold drink, or sample a snack from one of the many local food stalls, if you like, before being transferred back to your hotel.

Visit the Pak Ou Caves and Kuang Si Waterfall on a full-day tour, with a scenic drive up and down the length of the Mekong River. Start with early morning pickup and relax on the 40-minute drive to Pak Ou Village. Admire locally-produced crafts, before crossing the mighty Mekong River in a small boat to the base of a limestone cliff. Enter the impressive Pak Ou Caves, filled with Buddhist statues and relics. Take your time to explore this incredible place, scented with burning incense and overlooking the impressive landscape. Climb a winding set of stairs, grab a flashlight, and find another fascinating cave to visit. After enjoying the caves, stop for lunch at the base of the caves. Cross back over the water and drive downriver for 1.5 hours, to reach the famous Kuang Si Waterfall. Stop at the popular Whiskey Village along the way, to sample local Lao Lao. Admire the rushing turquoise waters of the falls, surrounded by beautiful jungle scenery. Visit the bear sanctuary while there. We drop you back in Luang Prabang where your tour ends.

Mekong Delta Floating Market 2 Days 1 Night ( My Tho – Ben Tre – Can Tho Cai Rang Floating Market ) Start: 7:40 AN – Return: 5:30 PM next day Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - My Tho - Ben Tre - Can Tho (Lunch) Start your tour with a pick-up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City or meeting point 243 De Tham St, District 1. Drive to My Tho and take a boat trip along the Mekong River. See fish cages and floating houses on the river from the motorboat. Then, take a small hand-rowing boat and cruise through a small creek with overhanging coconut trees. Disembark at a coconut island in Ben Tre and learn how to make coconut candies. Sample some of the candies and enjoy a walk around the village. Continue on the river until reaching Cồn Thới Sơn (Unicorn Island). Take a motor car to a performance site where you can hear Vietnamese traditional music and taste seasonal tropical fruit. Pass through a bee-keeping farm and enjoy honey tea. Then, have lunch outside under the shade of the trees. After lunch, relax, walk around the village, or go for a short bike ride around the village on the island. Travel by ferry and bus to Can Tho, the heart of the Mekong Delta. Check in to your hotel and enjoy free time to explore the city. Day 2: Can Tho - Cai Rang Floating Market - Ho Chi Minh City (Breakfast, Lunch) Start the day with breakfast and a motorboat ride to the Cai Rang Floating Market, the biggest and most colorful floating market in the Mekong Delta. After the market, roam through the village and see a rice noodles making shop. Get on the boat to eat pineapple. Next, visit the traditional market on the shore of local people in the city center. After that, visit Truc Lam Phuong Nam Zen Monastery. Have lunch at My Khanh restaurant. After lunch, walk in the tourist village to explore interesting games of local people. Say goodbye to Can Tho city and return to Ho Chi Minh City. Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City at 5:30 PM.