Chiang Rai to Houay Xai: A reliable short tour to Laos

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Overview

  • Tour Type:Bus
  • Language:English
Embark on a seamless and scenic two-day journey from the mountains of Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang. This package combines a comfortable road transfer, a relaxing overnight stay at the border, dedicated border crossing assistance, and a modern high-speed train ride. Beginning with an afternoon pickup from your hotel in Chiang Mai, you’ll travel to the border town of Chiang Khong. The next morning, you’ll cross into Laos with our assistance, journey to the high-speed rail station, and board the Laos–China train, arriving in Luang Prabang with ease and comfort.
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Trip Itinerary from Chiang Rai to Houay Xai

Here is the schedule for the trip for those that are traveling from Chiang Rai to Houay Xai, starting in morning and arriving to Houay Xai in the afternoon.

Starting off at (8:30 – 9:30 AM) You get picked up from your hotel in Chiang Rai at the per-arranged time, then will have a drive towards the Thai border town of Chiang Kong, it would be a comfortable 1.5 – 2 hour drive.

Once you reach the border, our staff will assist you in filling out your departure card and clearing Thai passport control.

After filling out the information, we will then guide you onto the shuttle bus ( ticket included) for the short ride across the Mekong River via the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge.

Upon arrival in Laos, our team will assist you with the Lao visa-on-arrival application and entry procedures, then once you have officially entered Laos, our service concludes, you will be perfectly positioned in Houay Xai to check into your guesthouse, buy your slow boat tickets, or arrange further transport.

Highlights

  • Hassle-Free Travel: The easiest and most reliable way to get from Chiang Rai to Houay Xai.
  • Hotel Pickup: We pick you up directly from your hotel in Chiang Rai city center.
  • Expert Border Assistance: Our knowledgeable staff will guide you through every step of the Chiang Khong (Thailand) and Houay Xai (Laos) immigration process.
  • Comfortable Transport: Travel in a modern, air-conditioned van or bus.
  • Perfect for Onward Travel: The ideal starting point for the slow boat to Luang Prabang or other destinations in Northern Laos.

Includes/Excludes

  • Pickup from your hotel in Chiang Rai.
  • Air-conditioned transport to the Chiang Khong border.
  • Friendship Bridge shuttle bus fee.
  • Expert guidance and assistance with all border paperwork.
  • We do not include, Lao visa fee ( Typically $40 USB, it is both payable in USD or THB at the border), Personal expenses such as drinks, snacks, or clothing would be paid by yourself. Any onward travel or accommodation in Houay is under your payment.

How to Use

A booking confirmation and e-voucher will be sent via email. Please present the e-voucher and a valid passport with at least 6 months of validity to the driver and guides.

 

Cancellation Policy

Non-refundable (0% refund).

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