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Cruise the Mighty Mekong

Glide down the Mekong River on a special slow boat journey to Luang Prabang. Relax and enjoy the stunning scenery, riverside life and unforgettable experiences along the way.

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River routes

Six routes to Luang Prabang — by slow boat, van, or train from different hubs.

Route 1 of 6 · Chiang Mai → Luang Prabang

Mekong slow boat with yellow hull on the river below jungle hills
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Premium slow boat · 2 days

Chiang Mai → Luang Prabang

Overnight in Huay Xai, then the river to Luang Prabang

2 days · 1 night

฿8,600 / person

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Passengers on the open bow of a Mekong slow boat
2
Premium slow boat · 1 day

Chiang Rai → Luang Prabang

Same-day boat from Chiang Rai via Huay Xai

1 day trip

฿7,100 / person

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Green and red slow boat moored on a Mekong sandbank
3
Slow boat · 1 day

Chiang Khong → Luang Prabang

Same-day boat from the Chiang Khong border pier

1 day trip

฿6,800 / person

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Slow boat fleet at Huay Xai on the Mekong
4
Slow boat · 1 day

Huay Xai → Luang Prabang

Same-day boat from Huay Xai Village via Pakbeng

1 day trip

฿6,300 / person

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Local slow boats moored at the Mekong pier with a Lao flag
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Van + slow boat · 2 days

Chiang Rai → Luang Prabang (Slow Boat)

Van to the border, then two days on a local slow boat

2 days · 1 night

฿1,690 / person

Train K11 at Natuey station platform in Laos
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Van + train · 1 day

Chiang Rai → Luang Prabang (Train)

Van to the border, then train K11 to Luang Prabang in one day

1 day trip

฿1,785 / person

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Mekong slow boat with yellow hull on the river below jungle hills
Premium slow boat · 2 days

Chiang Mai → Luang Prabang

Chiang Mai – Huay Xai (overnight) – Luang Prabang

2 days · 1 night · ฿8,600 / person

Overnight stop, then about 8–10 hours on the river

This journey stops overnight in Huay Xai, then continues to Luang Prabang the next day.

  • Wooden cabin seating along the slow boat aisle
  • Overnight guesthouse room on the Chiang Mai route
  • River-view terrace at the overnight stop

Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Depart Chiang Mai with hotel transfer included. Travel to Huay Xai for an overnight stop on the Mekong corridor.

  2. Day 2

    Continue downstream from Huay Xai to Luang Prabang by slow boat. About 8–10 hours on the river, depending on the season.

How booking works

  1. Select route

    Pick your hub — Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Chiang Khong, or Huay Xai.

  2. Choose date

    Pick an open departure from the live calendar.

  3. Enter details

    Passport details for every passenger, plus confirmation email.

  4. Pay online

    Cards and PromptPay via Stripe. Apple Pay can appear on supported devices.

Meeting points

Departure hubs for each route — all journeys finish in Luang Prabang. Hotel transfer is included.

Air-conditioned van used for hotel transfers to the pier

  • Chiang Mai

    Chiang Mai — hotel transfer included

    ฿8,600 / person

  • Chiang Rai

    Chiang Rai — hotel transfer included

    ฿7,100 / person

  • Chiang Khong

    Chiang Khong — hotel transfer to the pier

    ฿6,800 / person

  • Huay Xai Village

    Huay Xai Village, Bokeo Province — with hotel transfer

    ฿6,300 / person

Questions

What should I bring on the river journey?

Light luggage, sun protection, passport for border checks, and cash for stops en route. The Chiang Mai route includes one overnight.

Are dates flexible?

Available departure dates are shown when you book each route. Seats are limited — choose an open date in the booking flow.

Is payment secure?

Yes. Stripe Checkout takes cards and Thai PromptPay. We never store your card details. Apple Pay can appear on supported devices.

Can I change or cancel?

WhatsApp +66 (0) 95 102 9528 or email prpbee711@gmail.com before departure. We confirm what we can do for your booking — changes are handled case by case, not as an automatic refund. If you close Stripe without paying, your seats are released.

Where do I meet the boat?

Each tour lists its departure hub — Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Chiang Khong, or Huay Xai Village. All routes finish in Luang Prabang.