Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang: Full-Day Express Train Journey

Chiang Rai, Thailand

14 to 15 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts

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Overview

What's Included

Hotel pickup and transfer from Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong Border
Bus ticket to cross the Thai–Laos Friendship Bridge No. 4
Transfer from Laos border control to Huay Xai Bus Station
Van ticket from Huay Xai Bus Station to Nateuy Railway Station
2nd-class high-speed train ticket from Nateuy to Luang Prabang
Accident insurance (Passport copy/photo required on travel date.)

Photo for Laos Visa: 40 THB
Food and drinks during the trip
Laos visa fee

THB1,800.00 per person
Tourist Tax:payable at the Laos border for e-visa and visa-exempt travelers.

THB100.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Complimentary service from hotels in Chiang Mai city center. We will confirm your pick-up time after receiving your hotel name and full address. Please check your email for details.

Drop-off point

Luang Prabang Railway Station
Luang Prabang, Laos
At Luang Prabang Railway Station has a van service to the city for $2 per person.

Operating hours
.5:00 am

Ticket Redemption Point

สถานีรถไฟนาเต่ย, 3J3V+PRV, Nateuy, Laos

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
Onboard Information: The train is equipped with restrooms and a small food counter offering items like instant noodles, hot dogs, sandwiches, and ready-to-eat meals.
Credit cards are not accepted onboard. Payments can be made in Thai Baht, Lao Kip, or US Dollars.
Booking Policy: Advance booking is required at least 3 days before departure to guarantee a reserved seat. If you're booking within 2 days of travel, please contact us first to check seat availability.
Train ticket booking requires a copy of the booker's passport. Please send it via email or Viator after booking.

Cancellation Policy: Train tickets are non-refundable once reserved. Please consider carefully before making your booking.
Cancellation Policy: A 50% fee applies if canceled at least 2 days in advance.
For separate bookings, please send all booking references at least 2 days before the travel date so we can try to seat your group in the same van.
Please provide a WhatsApp-enabled phone number when booking so our team can easily reach you on the day of the tour.
Not recommended for same-day arrivals or tight onward schedules. Tour timing may vary due to traffic and operational conditions.
Visa on Arrival (Laos): Cash payment required (THB 1,800–2,000 or USD 40). This visa fee is excluded from the tour price and must be paid separately upon arrival at the Lao border.
Visa & Arrival Card (Laos – Land Border): Even with a Laos e-Visa, all travelers entering via Friendship Bridge 4 must complete the paper arrival card at the Lao border. Online arrival forms are for air arrivals only.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.