Shompoo Cruise: Mekong Slow Boat from Luang Prabang to Thailand (High Season: October – April)

Original price was: ฿8,250.00.Current price is: ฿8,079.00.

Discover the Mekong River on this Luang Prabang to Chiang Rai cruise. Available between October 2025 and April 2026.

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Tour info

Duration:
2 Days 1 Nights
Transport:
Cruise, Slow boat
Tour Type:
Cross-Border Slow Boat Tour
SKU:
TCM-107- A
From October 2026 to April 2027
Departure every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
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Shompoo Cruise: Mekong Slow Boat from Luang Prabang to Thailand (High Season: October – April)

Shompoo Cruise: Mekong Slow Boat from Luang Prabang to Thailand (High Season: October – April)


Overview

Experience an unforgettable 2-day, 1-night journey from Luang Prabang to Chiang Rai along the scenic Mekong River. Begin with a convenient hotel pickup in Luang Prabang and transfer to the pier, where you’ll board a traditional Lao boat (Shompoo Cruise). Along the way, explore remote riverside villages and immerse yourself in the vibrant local culture. On the following morning, visit Ban Muang village, famous for its traditional Lao whisky, and discover the Pak Ou Caves, home to thousands of Buddha statues. After an overnight stay in the charming town of Pakbeng, continue to Huay Xai, where you will cross the border into Thailand and conclude your remarkable adventure in Chiang Rai.


 

 

river view

temple in Luang bang

cruise on Mekhong river Laos

captain

Map for travel on Mae khong

vip boat

more space for vip slow. boat

Luxury slow boat to Laos

Luxury slow boat to Luang Prabang

Luxury slow boat

Lunch om slow boat

Lao food

Laos food on slow boat

private boat from Chiang mai to Laos

Caves in Laos

Thousands of Buddha on Laos

Pak beng

Luang Prabang slow boat terminal

Mekong river

Mae khong river views

rermote village in Laos

wisky village

Ban Kaeng Lae in Laos

Chiang Mai to Chiang Khong Border

Chiang khong immigration

Laos borders control

busses cross border

The cruise excursion may not be exactly as depicted in the photo

The cruise guarantees each departure for a minimum of 4 passengers.

Please check availability with us before each reservation.Kindly contact us.

Tour code: TCM-107 - A

 

Duration : 2 days, 1 nights

Type : Cross-Border Slow Boat Tour

Pickup time : 06.30-06.45 am.


Program details

This tour starts in Luang Prabang, Laos.

Day 1: Luang Prabang to Pakbeng

  • 06:30 – 06:45 AM – Begin your journey with a convenient pickup by shared Air-conditioned van.
  • 07:00 AM – Depart from Luang Prabang aboard the Shompoo Cruise, sailing upstream on the peaceful Mekong River toward Pakbeng. Enjoy a delicious continental breakfast served on board.
  • Morning Excursion – Explore the mystical Pak Ou Caves (Tham Ting), home to more than 2,000 Buddha statues. This sacred site is an important pilgrimage destination for the Lao people.
  • Lunch – Savor a traditional Lao lunch set prepared fresh on the boat.
  • Afternoon Activity – Learn about the diverse ethnic groups of Laos during an engaging presentation by your knowledgeable English-speaking guide.
  • Evening Arrival – Arrive in Pakbeng before sunset and check in for your overnight stay (accommodation not included).
  • From November to February, it can get cold during the cruise,do not forget to bring a jacket.

Day 2: Pakbeng to Huay Xai

  • 07:00 AM – Board the boat for an early departure. Please ask your hotel in Pakbeng to prepare a takeaway breakfast box for you to enjoy on board.
  • Morning Demonstration – Watch an engaging demonstration by our guide and chef on how to prepare traditional Lao desserts and local drinks, which you’ll get to taste in the afternoon.
  • Late Morning Excursion – Visit the charming Kamu Village (Ban Kaeng Lae), home to around 70 families. Discover the authentic rural lifestyle in this remote area.
  • Lunch – Enjoy another delicious set of traditional Lao dishes served on board.
  • Afternoon Treats – Savor the homemade desserts and drinks prepared by our team and fellow travelers.
  • 4:30 PM – Arrive at Huay Xai pier. You may choose to continue your journey into Thailand on the same day.
  • 5:00 PM – After arriving at Huay Xai pier, we will arrange local transportation to take you to the Laos Immigration checkpoint. The transfer takes approximately 30 minutes.

 End of Service

       Note:

  • After completing immigration procedures, you will board a bus to cross the 4th Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge. (Approx. 20 minutes)
    6:30 PM – If everything proceeds on schedule, once you have cleared Thai immigration, you have two options:
    1. Stay in Chiang Khong:
    This border town in Thailand offers convenient accommodation for an overnight stay before you continue to your next destination the following day.
    Transportation from the border to Chiang Khong town is available. You will find a ticket counter right in front of the exit where you can purchase your ticket on your own:
  • Shared taxi: 60 THB per person
  • Private taxi: 200 THB
    2. Travel to Chiang Rai Downtown:
    Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Chiang Rai city by taking a private taxi. The journey from the Chiang Khong border to downtown Chiang Rai takes approximately 2 hours.


THE OPTION IS TO TRAVEL FROM LUANG PRABANG CITY IN LAOS TO THAILAND

 

Slow Boat from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai

Inclusions

  • 2 Days Ticket VIP boat
  • Friendly Crew Service: Our helpful staff will assist you throughout the cruise.
  • Baggage Assistance: We'll take care of your bags for you during the entire trip.
  • Entrance Fees: We cover the cost of visiting attractions, and our guide will be with you.
  • Tasty Meals: Enjoy two delicious lunches onboard, plus free water, coffee, and tea.
  • Easy Transfers: We'll pick you up from your hotel in Luang Prabang and drop you off at the boat pier.
  • Please provide your hotel information in Luang Prabang City, along with your billing details. We will verify whether the location is within our service area and promptly notify you

Exclusions

  • Accommodation and meals in Pakbeng (1st night).
  • Visa/immigration and/or overstay fees in Laos or in Thailand
  • 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.
  • Personal insurance
  • Beverages, personal expenses, and tips
  • Other expenses not mentioned above


Pakbeng Accommodation Recommendations

  1. Mekong Riverside Lodge.
  2. Sanctuary Pakbeng Lodge.
  3. Le Grand Pakbeng.

More Option click here


Pick-up Information:

✨ Free hotel pick-up & drop-off within 3 km of  the night market in Luang prabang.
📍 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


  • Free of charge for children under 6 years old.
  • Between 6 and 12 years old, we charge 50%
  • Over 13 years old, full rate is applied


  • 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.
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
  • 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.
 

From May to September 2026 Departures are every Wednesday and Saturday

Original price was: ฿8,250.00.Current price is: ฿8,079.00.

Discount:
Departure:
Taxi From Chiang Khong Boder to the Chiang Rai downtown area
Total: 8079

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