River Cruise: Luang Prabang to Huay Xai (2 days)
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Long scenic stretches of breezy, sun-soaked river cruising are punctuated by visits to river-side hill tribe villages and the magical Tham Thing Caves of a Thousand Buddhas. In between the two days on the river, the Luang Say Lodge at Pakbeng offers a charming and serene riverside stay, a perfect romantic interlude in this unspoiled wilderness setting.
- Duration: 2 day(s)
- Location: Luang Prabang
Day 1: Luang Prabang - Pakbeng
Departure at 07:00 on your Luang Say boat for a cruise down the Mekong River to Pakbeng. Lunch is served on board and we stop at a small village to observe the traditional process of making local rice wine. Upon arrival at Pak Ou village at the mouth of the Nam Ou River, we stop to visit Tham Ting Caves (The Cave of a Thousand Buddhas).
The boat will arrive at the Luang Say Lodge in plenty of time for you to catch the spectacular sunset. Dinner is served on the terrace overlooking the Mekong River.
Day 2: Pakbeng - Huay Xai
Breakfast is served on the terrace around 7:30am. After breakfast we have the option of visiting the morning market where the nearby villagers buy and exchange their goods.
A stop is made along the way to visit and admire the authentic rural life of hill tribe settlements. A delicious buffet lunch is served on board.
