Chiang Mai to Huay Xai: The 2026 Guide to Crossing into Laos

For travelers in Northern Thailand, the journey from Chiang Mai to Huay Xai is the gateway to one of Southeast Asia’s greatest adventures: the Mekong Slow Boat to Luang Prabang. Huay Xai (Houay Xai) sits right across the river from Thailand, serving as the starting point for the Laotian experience. While the distance isn’t far, […]