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Shompoo Cruise: 3 Days 2 Nights Mekong Slow Boat from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang (High Season: October – April)
Original price was: ฿14,000.00.฿11,589.00Current price is: ฿11,589.00.
Perfect for those seeking authentic experiences and stunning landscapes. Available from October 2025 through April 2026.
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Shompoo Cruise: 3 Days 2 Nights Mekong Slow Boat from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang (High Season: October – April)
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.
- 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
Pakbeng Accommodation Recommendations
From May to September 2025 , departures are every Sunday and Thursday
Please note the following:
- Pick-up time may be delayed due to traffic.
- This itinerary is subject to change due to weather or interruptions.
- All the timings provided are approximate.
- This tour includes travel insurance provided by the operator.
- Tours may start in Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, or Laos. Please check the tour details before booking.
- Please make sure to enter the exact hotel name as shown on Google Maps when booking, so we can arrange your pick-up correctly.
- If your group made separate bookings, please provide all booking references at least 2 days before the travel date. We cannot guarantee seats in the same vehicle without this information.
- Please provide a WhatsApp-enabled phone number so our team can contact you easily on the day of the tour.
- If you have a flight after the tour, please inform us. Airport drop-off is not included, and travel times may vary due to traffic.
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:
- For transport or admission tickets, booking is required at least 3 days in advance to secure availability.
- For tours, please book at least 2 days in advance. For bookings made within 1 day of the travel date, please contact us first to confirm availability.
- A passport copy is required for train tickets and special-event tickets. Please email it to us after booking.
- Train tickets, admission tickets, and special-event tickets, including Loy Krathong tickets, are non-refundable once purchased.
- Tour cancellations made at least 2 days before the travel date are eligible for a full refund, less any non-refundable payment processing, bank, or transaction fees.
- Tour cancellations made less than 2 days before the travel date and no-shows are non-refundable.
- Payment processing fees, credit card fees, payment gateway fees, bank charges, and other transaction fees are non-refundable and may be deducted from the refund amount.
- Refunds will be processed through the original payment method whenever possible. If this is not possible, an alternative refund method will be arranged.
- In the event of force majeure or unforeseen circumstances, such as severe weather, unsafe conditions, or cancellation by our business partner(s), we reserve the right to cancel or modify the tour. If the tour is cancelled by us, guests will be offered a refund or an alternative arrangement, as applicable.
- Reservations are required at least two days in advance. For last-minute bookings or bookings made 1 day before the travel date, please contact us.
