Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang: One-Day Cross-Border Train Experience

Original price was: ฿2,100.00.Current price is: ฿1,979.00.

Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang in one day — with border help, hotel pickup, and a scenic train ride.
A smooth, safe, and cultural journey across northern Laos

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Tour info

Duration:
15 Hours
Transport:
Minivan, Shuttle Bus, High-Speed Train
Tour Type:
One-Day Transfer
SKU:
TCM-003
Group size:
24
Location:
Chiang Rai
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Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang: One-Day Cross-Border Train Experience

Discover Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang: One-Day Cross-Border Train Experience

Overview

Experience a seamless journey from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang by train — all in just 1 day. This tour includes hotel transfers, border assistance, and breathtaking scenic views along the way. It's the most convenient way to explore Laos by land.

meeting

Time To Board

Chiang khong immigration

Thai border

Laos Visa

Lao Currency

Boarding Point

Thai-Laos friendship bridge No.4

Na Toei Station

Waiting Inside

Travel Schedule

Waiting Area

Store

Snack Shop

Make Trip by Train

Track The Journey

LuangPrabangStation

Bus Taxi ticket

Exploring Luang Prabang

Luang Pra bang

Van Parking


Tour Code: TCM-003

Pick-up time: 05.00-05.30 a.m.



 Highlights

  • Cross the Thai-Lao border in one day—stress-free!
  • Ride a scenic van route and train to Luang Prabang.
  • Visa-on-arrival assistance included at the Lao border.

Drop-off directly at Luang Prabang Railway Station



Program Details

05:00–05:30 AM: Hotel pickup in Chiang Rai.

Location: Complimentary hotel pick-up from Chiang Rai city center
Once your hotel name and address are confirmed, exact pickup time will be shared via email.

07:00 AM: Arrive at Thai border (Chiang Khong), prepare travel documents.

07:30 AM: Shuttle across Friendship Bridge No. 4.

08:00 AM: Process visa-on-arrival at Lao border.

09:00 AM: Local bus to Huay Xai Bus Station.

10:00 AM: Scenic van journey to Na Toei Train Station (with lunch stop).

04:00 PM: Arrive at station, rest or explore nearby.

06:00 PM: Board train to Luang Prabang.

08:00 PM: Arrive at Luang Prabang Railway Station – tour ends.

Local Transfer
Shared Air-conditioned van to the city center are available at  Luang Prabang Railway stationfor approx. $3.

🧾 Booking Conditions

  • Booking required 3 days in advance to secure seats

  • Bookings made within 2 days must confirm availability with us first

  • Passport copy required for train ticket – email after booking

🚆 Train Schedule Notice

  • Departure times may change.After receiving your ticket, please confirm the exact time directly with your guide at the station. ⏰

  • Train tickets are non-refundable

  • Tour cancellation: 50% fee if canceled 3+ days before travel

📌 Important Info

INclusion

  • Hotel pickup in Chiang Rai city
  • Air-conditioned van transfer to Chiang Khong border
  • Shuttle bus across Thai–Lao Friendship Bridge
  • Local bus from Lao border to Huay Xai Station
  • Air-conditioned van from Huay Xai to Na Toei
  • 2nd-class train ticket to Luang Prabang
  • Insurance coverage for accidents, we kindly request a copy of your passport. Please send it to us via email or WhatsApp .
  • Reservations are required at least  3 days in advance. For last-minute bookings one day before tours start, kindly contact us.

Exclusion:

  • Ticket and lunch at the White temple.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Meals & drinks.
  • 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


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


  • Pick-up time may be delayed due to traffic.
  • This itinerary is subject to change due to weather or interruptions.
  • All the times provided are approximate.
  • This  is a join-in group tour.
  • This tour includes travel insurance provided by the operator.
  • This tour start in Chiang Rai
  • This tour is operated by our business partner(s).
  • 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. 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.


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


  • Booking required 3+ days in advance to secure seats
  • Bookings made within 2 days must confirm availability with us first
  • Passport copy required for train ticket – email after booking
  • Train tickets are non-refundable
  • Tour cancellation: 50% fee if canceled 2+ days prior to the travel date are eligible for a refund.
  • Credit card processing 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, a refund will be issued by bank transfer or cash.
  • 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.

Original price was: ฿2,100.00.Current price is: ฿1,979.00.

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