Nam Ou River Cruise

The Nam Ou (Rice Bowl River) is one of the most important rivers of Laos. It runs 448 km from Phongsaly to Vientiane. Along with the Mekong, the Nam Ou is the only natural channel suitable for large-draft boat transportation. Near its confluence with the Mekong are the Pak Ou Caves which is famous for their Buddha statues. This full-day trip includes an enjoyable cruise along the Nam Ou, a stop at Pak Ou cave and a boat ride down the Mekong to Luang Prabang.

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Duration: Full Day

Tour Code: MLLS03

Tour Valid: Until December 30th, 2013

Highlights: Luang Prabang - Nam Ou (Rice Bowl River) - Pak Ou Cave - Scenic views along the river to Luang Prabang

• Day 1 - Luang Prabang - Nam Ou River Cruise - Pak Ou Cave

  Place Transport: Car->Cruise 
  Meals: Lunch

  Travel by car to the ethnic minority village of Ban Nayang (Thai Lu). Cruise back to Luang Prabang along the Nam Ou River. Stop over at the famous Pak Ou caves and enjoy a picnic lunch near-by. Continue your cruise down the Mekong River to Luang Prabang.

  The Tour Inclusion:

  - Pick-ups and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above.

  - Boat cruises as specified in the program.

  - The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary.

  
  

  - Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the program 

  
  

  - Lunch (as specified in the itinerary) in the best local restaurants, or picnics where no suitable restaurant is available.

  
  

  The Tour Exclusion:

  - International flight tickets and airport tax.Visas.

  
  

  - Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses. 

  
  

  - Surcharge for peak season (if any) & other not mentioned in the above detail program.

  Additional Information

  Importance note

  - The itinerary is just a sample of our tours; we'll be pleased to design similar programs with dates and itinerary customized to your personal preferences in Tailor Made Tours section. Rates may vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.

  
  

  What to bring? 

  - Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, original Passport...

  
  

  How to start?

  - MinMax Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.

  
  

  - If you don’t have enough time to complete visa before your departure, we will help you to obtain Laos Visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport, on your arrival).