Mekong Charm Cruise: 3 Days 2 Nights Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang

Price range: ฿7,999.00 through ฿27,999.00

3 days 2 nights Mekong Charm Cruise from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang. Enjoy a scenic slow boat journey, authentic local culture, and stunning Mekong River landscapes.

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Tour info

Duration:
3 Days 2 Nights
Transport:
Slow Boat
SKU:
TCM-080
Group size:
Max 40
Location:

Mekong Charm Cruise


3 Days 2 Nights Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang


Overview

Discover a unique cross-border journey from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang on this 3 days 2 nights Mekong Charm Cruise. Enjoy a scenic Mekong slow boat experience, authentic local culture, and breathtaking river landscapes. Stay overnight in Pak Beng, a charming riverside town along the Mekong route. A visit to the iconic White Temple in Chiang Rai may be included depending on traffic and border conditions.


 


Duration : 3 days, 2 nights

Pickup time : 09.00 - 09.30 am.


Program details

This Tour Start From Chiang Mai


Day 1: Chiang Mai – Chiang Rai - Huay Xai

  • 09:00 – 09:30 AM – Hotel pick-up in Chiang Mai
  • Meet your driver and begin your journey by shared air-conditioned van toward Chiang Rai, passing through scenic countryside along the way.
  • Around 12:00 PM – Visit the White Temple (Wat Rong Khun)
    Stop to explore this iconic landmark, known for its intricate white architecture. (Entrance fee and lunch not included; the stop may be shortened or skipped depending on traffic and border conditions.)

After the visit, continue your journey toward Chiang Khong border.

  • Around 03:00 PMCross the Thai–Lao Friendship Bridge No. 4
    Complete immigration procedures with assistance from our team for a smooth and hassle-free crossing into Laos.
  • Around 05:30 PM – Arrival in Huay Xai, Laos
    Check in to your accommodation and enjoy a relaxing evening.


Day 2: Huay Xai – Pak Beng

  • 09:00 – 09:30 AM – Hotel pick-up in Huay Xai
    Transfer to the pier and board your slow boat.

As the boat gently cruises along the Mekong River, take in the peaceful scenery of mountains, lush greenery, and traditional riverside communities.

Onboard Experience:

  • Traditional Lao lunch served onboard
  • Complimentary coffee, tea, and drinking water
  • Soft drinks, beer, and wine available for purchase

Midway through the journey, you will make a stop at a local hill tribe village, where you can observe traditional lifestyles and experience authentic rural culture.

  • 04:30 – 05:00 PM Arrival in Pak Beng
    Arrive at this quiet riverside town nestled among the mountains, a perfect place to rest for the night. (Accommodation is not included. Recommended options are listed.)
  • Evening – Free time
    Enjoy your evening at leisure, explore the village, or dine by the Mekong River.

Day 3: Pak Beng – Luang Prabang


Departure from Pak Beng pier

As the day starts early, guests are encouraged to arrange a takeaway breakfast box with their hotel in advance. This service is typically available at our recommended properties.

Please meet your guide at Pak Beng pier before 07:00 AM for the Mekong slow boat departure.

Lunch Onboard:
A freshly prepared Lao meal will be served during the journey.

Along the way, you will visit several cultural highlights:

  • Ban Bo Village – A traditional village known for handicrafts and Lao whisky (lao-lao) production
  • Pak Ou Caves – A sacred site filled with thousands of Buddha statues inside limestone caves
  • 04:30 – 05:00 PM – Arrival in Luang Prabang
    Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in the city center.

The tour ends at Luang Prabang.


Inclusions

  • Shared air-conditioned van.
  • Hotel pick-up within a radius of 5 km from the Three Kings. Monument.
  • Bus ticket A bus crosses the Border Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge No. 4. ( Bokeo Province)
  • 1 night accommodation in Huay Xai, Laos (Day 1)
  • Breakfast (Day 2)
  • All guided excursions, including Pak Ou Caves and a local hill tribe village
  • Lunch on board
  • Comfortable seating on the boat
  • Complimentary coffee, tea, and drinking water
  • Scenic Mekong River cruise to Pak Beng and Luang Prabang
  • Hotel transfer in Luang Prabang (city center)
  • Travel permits and government taxes included
  • If your hotel is outside the pick-up area, please select a designated meeting point from the available pick-up locations provided.
  • 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.

Exclusions

  • Ticket and lunch at the White temple
  • Accommodation in Pak Beng (Night of Day 2)
  • Breakfast in Pak Beng (Day 3)
  • 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.
  • Immigration and/or overstay fees in Laos or in Thailand
  • 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.
  • Exemption holders must pay this fee directly at the Laos border control.
  • Laos Visa. If you want to make Laos eVisa, click here.
  • Beverages, personal expenses, and tips
  • Other expenses not mentioned above


Pakbeng Accommodation Recommendations

Standard Package

Premium Package


PICK-UP INFORMATION:

📍 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

Mc Donald Tapae

Wat Pra Sing

bus stop stop at the essence

Maya Shoping Mall

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 timings provided are approximate.
  • This  is a join-in group tour .
  • This tour includes travel insurance provided by the operator.
  • This tour start in Chiang Mai
  • 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 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


  • 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.


Schedule is updated monthly. For other dates or months, please contact our team.

Please check availability before booking.

Number of Travelers

1 Person, 2 Persons, 3 Persons, 4 Persons, 5 Persons, 6 Persons, 7 Persons, 8 Persons

Price range: ฿7,999.00 through ฿27,999.00

Discount:
Private Taxi FromChiang Mai to the Chiang Khong Border

You only can select max 1 options.

Total: 7999

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