Name: Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang Mekong Cruise 2 Days | TCM
SKU: TCM-108-A
Price: 11579.00 THB
Availability: InStock

Shompoo Cruise: 2-Day Mekong Slow Boat from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang (High Season: October–April)

Overview

Experience a memorable 2-day, 1-night journey from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang along the stunning Mekong River. Begin with a convenient hotel pickup in Chiang Rai before crossing the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge. Board a traditional Lao slow boat and explore remote riverside villages while discovering authentic local culture. Spend the night in Pakbeng, then continue your adventure the following day with a stop at Ban Muang village, known for its traditional Lao whisky, and a visit to the Pak Ou Caves filled with thousands of Buddha statues. Complete your trip by arriving in the historic city of Luang Prabang.

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.

High-Season Notice

For bookings made within 14 days, please contact us to check availability before booking.
If the boat is full, we will refund your payment; however, credit card fees are non-refundable.

Tour code: TCM-108 - A

Duration : 2 days, 1 nights

Type : Cross-Border Slow Boat Tour

Pickup time : 05.00-05.30 am.

Program details

This Tour Start From Chiang Rai

Day 1: Chiang Rai - Huay Xai - Pakbeng

05:00–05:30 am – Pick up by Air-conditioned van.
07:30 am – Arrive at Chiang Khong border.
08:00 am – Meet our English-speaking team holding a welcome sign, then take the bus across the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge No.4 (fee included).
09:00–09:30 am – Transfer to the pier.
Morning – Arrive at Pak Tha for the boat checkpoint. Your guide will share important travel guidelines, local customs, and interesting facts about Laos.
Lunch – Enjoy a traditional Lao meal served on board.
Afternoon – Visit a traditional Kamu village called Banking Law, a small, welcoming community of around 70 families. Discover rural life in this remote area before continuing to Pakbeng.
Evening – Overnight stay in Pakbeng (hotel not included).

Remark : The VIP van transfer from Chiang Rai to Huay Xai will be shared with other guests traveling to Chiang khong Boarder.

If you prefer a private transfer, please choose the private option.

Day 2: Pakbeng - Luang Prabang

08:00 am – Depart from Pakbeng.
Morning – Your guide will demonstrate traditional local handicrafts and show you how to prepare Lao-style desserts and drinks.
Lunch – Enjoy a traditional Lao meal served on board.
Afternoon – Visit Ban Muang village, well known for producing authentic Lao whiskey. Continue to the Pak Ou Caves, where you’ll see over 2,000 Buddha statues. Savor homemade desserts and refreshments during the cruise.
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.

Important

The boat ticket must be kept for 2 days. If you lose your ticket, you will need to buy a new one yourself. We cannot replace or reissue lost tickets.

Inclusions

Accident insurance.
Shared Air-conditioned van transfer from Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong border
Transfer from Laos border to Huay Xai city
2-day VIP boat experience
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.
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.

Exclusions

Accommodation and meals in Pakbeng (1st 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

Pakbeng Accommodation Recommendations

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Pick-up Information:

✨ Free hotel pick-up & drop-off within 5 km of King Mengrai Monument, Chiang Rai
📍 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

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.

Shompoo Cruise: 2-Day Mekong Slow Boat from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang (High Season: October–April)

Original price was: ฿13,500.00.Current price is: ฿11,579.00.

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