Shompoo Cruise: 3 Days 2 Nights Mekong Slow Boat from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang (High Season: October – April)

Name: Mekong River Cruise: Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang 3D2N | TCM
SKU: TCM-101-A
Price: 11049.00 THB
Availability: InStock

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 3-day, 2-night adventure from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang along the picturesque Mekong River. Your journey begins with a visit to the iconic White Temple before crossing the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge, where you’ll spend your first night in Huay Xai. Cruise down the Mekong on a traditional slow boat, stopping at secluded riverside villages to discover authentic Lao culture. Relax overnight in Pakbeng before continuing your voyage. On the final day, explore Ban Muang village, famous for producing traditional Lao whisky, and marvel at the sacred Pak Ou Caves filled with thousands of Buddha statues. Arrive in the charming UNESCO World Heritage city of Luang Prabang, ready to explore its rich history and culture.

Tour code: TCM-101-A

Duration : 3 days, 2 nights

Type : Cross-Border Slow Boat Tour

Pickup time : 09.00 – 09.30 am.

Important Notice

Due to the current situation and fluctuations in fuel prices, the boat may not operate every day.
The schedule will therefore be announced month by month.

Before making a booking, please send us a direct message to check availability, and we will be happy to assist you.

Program details

Day 1: Chiang Mai - Huay Xai

09:00-09:30 am: Pick up by shared air-conditioned van.
12:00 pm: Visit White Temple. (Entrance fee and lunch not included).
03:00 pm: the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge for the 4th (fee included).
Overnight in Huay Xai City (hotel included).

Remark : The van transfer from Chiang Mai to Huay Xai will be shared with other guests traveling to Huay Xai city.

Day 2: Huay Xai - Pakbeng

08:00 am: Breakfast at hotel (included).
09:00–09:30 am – Pick up from your hotel, transfer to the pier, and board the boat.
Morning – Arrive at Pak Tha for the boat checkpoint. Your guide will explain important travel guidelines in Laos and share interesting local insights.
Lunch – Enjoy a traditional Lao meal served on board.
Afternoon – Visit Banking Law, a traditional Kamu village with about 70 families. Experience the simple, authentic lifestyle of this remote community before continuing to Pakbeng.
05.00 pm: Overnight in Pakbeng (not included)

Day 3: Pakbeng - Luang Prabang

08:00 am – Depart from Pakbeng.
Morning – Your guide will demonstrate traditional local handicrafts and show you how to prepare authentic Lao desserts and drinks.
Lunch – Enjoy a delicious Lao-style meal served on board.
Afternoon – Visit Ban Muang village, renowned for its traditional Lao whiskey. Continue to the Pak Ou Caves, home to over 2,000 Buddha statues. Savor freshly made desserts and refreshments along the way.
4:30–5:00 pm – Arrive in Luang Prabang.

Remark : From November to February,it can get cold during the cruise,do not forget to bring a jacket.

Inclusions

Accident insurance
Transfer from the Laos border to Huay Xai town
Accommodation with breakfast in Huay Xai
2days on a VIP boat
English-speaking guide
Lunch on board, along with water, coffee, and tea
Transfer from the pier to your hotel in Luang Prabang
VIP boat ticket to Luang Prabang
Bus ticket crossing the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge No. 4.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off within a radius of 5 km from the Three Kings. Monument.
It is possible to leave luggage and suitcase on the boat and take only small daypack for your overnight in Pakbeng.
Insurance: To ensure insurance coverage for accidents, we kindly request a copy of your passport. Please send it to us via email or WhatsApp at least one day before the tour begins.
Reservations are required at least two days in advance. For last-minute bookings one day before tours start, kindly contact us.
For Safety reasons and according to the weather conditions, the program may change without prior notice.

Exclusions

Lunch and entrance fee at White Temple.
Accommodation and meals in Pakbeng (2nd night).
Laos Visa fee: 1,800 -2,000 THB or $40 USD (cash only) If you use USD, the bills must be in perfect condition — not torn, dirty, or old. Only new bills are accepted.
Visa photo (If you don’t have a photo, you can inform our team. We offer a photo service for 100 THB, 2-inch photo.
A tourist tax of approximately THB 70–100 applies. E-visa and visa exemption holders must pay this fee directly at the Laos border control.
Laos Visa. If you want to make Laos eVisa, click here.
Visa & Arrival Card (Laos – Land Border): Even with a Laos e-Visa, travelers entering via Friendship Bridge 4 must complete the paper arrival card at the Lao border. Online arrival forms apply to air arrivals only.
Beverages, personal expenses, and tips

Pick-up Information:

✨ Free hotel pick-up & drop-off within 5 km of Three Kings Monument
📍 Staying outside the area? Simply choose a convenient meeting point (click images for directions)
🤍 No worries if you don’t select one — we’ll arrange the nearest pick-up point for you
📌 Final pick-up details will be confirmed after booking

If you choose a meeting point, please fill in the booking form as follows:

Hotel Name for Pickup: Meeting point name
Address for Pickup: Meeting point

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Please note the following:

Pick-up times may be delayed due to traffic conditions.
The itinerary is subject to change depending on weather or unforeseen circumstances.
All times provided are approximate and for reference only.
This is a join-in group tour.
Travel insurance is included and provided by the operator.
The tour starts in Chiang Mai.
This tour is operated in partnership with our trusted business partners.

Confirmation:

You’ll get confirmation within 24 hours . If you don’t receive any confirmation, please contact us at [email protected] or +66 62 289 5343

Cancellation Policy :

You’ll get a full refund if you cancel at least 7 days prior to the travel date.
Changes of travel date must be made at least 2 days prior to the travel date ·
In the event of a force majeure or unforeseen event such as bad weather or cancellation by our business partner(s), we reserve the right to cancel the tour. In this case, you will be given the option to reschedule or request a full refund.
Refunds will be made via cash or bank transfer. Any bank fee that occurred will be deducted from the refund amount.
No refund for no-show and last-minute cancellation for all reasons to maintain our competitive price as your seats cannot be resold.

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Overview

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Program details

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Day 3: Pakbeng - Luang Prabang

Inclusions

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Tour info

Shompoo Cruise: 3 Days 2 Nights Mekong Slow Boat from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang (High Season: October – April)

Overview

Tour code: TCM-101-A

Duration : 3 days, 2 nights

Type : Cross-Border Slow Boat Tour

Pickup time : 09.00 – 09.30 am.

Program details

Day 1: Chiang Mai - Huay Xai

Day 2: Huay Xai - Pakbeng

Day 3: Pakbeng - Luang Prabang

Inclusions

Exclusions

Pick-up Information:

If you choose a meeting point, please fill in the booking form as follows:

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From May to September 2025 , departures are every Sunday and Thursday

฿12,000.00 Original price was: ฿12,000.00.฿11,049.00Current price is: ฿11,049.00.

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Original price was: ฿12,000.00.Current price is: ฿11,049.00.

Original price was: ฿12,000.00.Current price is: ฿11,049.00.