Laos · 2-DAY EXPERIENCES
Below: 8 2-day experiences ranked by traveller reviews, with the practical details up front. The right one depends on your dates, so check the calendar early.
Ride a 2-day slow boat from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang with an overnight in PakBeng, including Thai-Lao border bus transfer for about $75.
A 2-day slow boat ride from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang with an overnight stop in Pakbeng, plus border support and UNESCO finale.
“it was what everyone else has commented, you get what you pay for. 1st boat to pakbeng was packed like sardines. second day boat was better, little bit more room, not as over crowded.”
2-day Luang Prabang to Huay Xai slow boat with Pakbeng overnight, hotel pickup, Mekong views, and border transfer options.
“essayer de fo donner un horaire d arrivée afin de coordonner un transfert vers wchizng Rai”
2-day Nong Khiaw trek to Hmong and Khmu villages with bamboo crafts, homestay dinner, Tad Mork swim, and Nam Ou kayaking.
“Bic is the best guide in all of Laos! Really nice hike through the jungle but it is tough one so I wouldn’t recommend for anyone with mobility issues. Visiting the villages felt authentic, the kids say hello and the locals go about their day without trying to sell anything or anything else to give it a touristy/gimmicky feel. The views are stunning and there is a lot to learn and appreciate about Laos on this trip. But hands down the best part of the trip was Bic. A really lovely guy and an excellent guide who at every opportunity would teach us about the land, people and history of…”
Private 2-day Vang Vieng tour from Vientiane with Tham Chang Cave, Hmong villages, Nam Xong boat cruise, overnight stay, and meals.
“The tour was wonderful in all ways. Our driver, Han, was very very helpful and eager to be of assistance, as well as our tour guide, Bon. Not sure of the spelling of their names, but the company would know who they are. We would recommend friends and family to ask for them both for guides on trips to Vientiane and the surrounding countryside!”
A 2-day slow boat from Huay Xai to Luang Prabang via Pakbeng, with Mekong sunrise and sunset, real river pace, and key logistics.
“Ich hatte mir eine gemütliche Fahrt von Ban Huaxay nach Luang Prabang vorgestellt, jedoch waren wir auf einem vollgestopften Boot mit fast ausschließlich Einheimischen, die mangels Platz sogar auf dem Boden saßen. Niemand sprach Englisch, die Verständigung war schwierig. Die gleiche Fahrt, direkt vor Ort gebucht hätte lediglich umgerechnet ~20€ gekostet. Diesmal bin ich von GyG ziemlich enttäuscht.”
Slow boat Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang in 2 days via Huay Xai and Pak Beng. Watch Mekong sunrise and sunset, transfers included, $90.
A 2-day Mekong slow boat from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang, with a Pakbeng overnight, village views, and Lao culture along the way.
“They didn't pick us up at the hotel, very uncomfortable and crowded boat sitting one on top of the other. Very poorly organized, I don't recommend it to anyone.”
Every kind of Lao day out, and the best of each.
