Nam Ou River Cruise

Luang Prabang Tours & Excursions

Nam Ou – Rice Bowl River
Pak Ou Cave
Scenic views along the river

The Nam Ou (Rice Bowl River) is one of the most important rivers of Laos. It runs 448 km from Phongsaly to Vientian. 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, 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.

Time:

Daily (08:00 – 17:30 hrs) 

Includes:

- Transportation from/to hotels in Luang Prabang.
- Local English speaking guide.
- Admission fee as mentioned on this program.
- Meal 1 lunch (Picnic) 

Excludes:

- Personal expenses such as cell phone, drinks, tip etc.
- Other service not mentioned on this program.
- French, German or Spanish speaking guides are subject to a supplement.

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Nam Ou River (Full day)

Daily (08:00 – 17:30 hrs)

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

Fast Facts

Tour departure:

Daily from Luang Prabang hotels

Duration (approximate):

08:00 – 17:30 hrs
(depending on season & weather) 

Transfer from/to hotel included

YES

Meals included

YES (Picnic lunch)

Seat-in-coach tour

NO

Private tour

Minimum 1 person

Language

English, French

Prices

01/11/11 - 31/10/12
Full Day Nam Ou River
Rates per person in US Dollar
Private Groups Price
1 Pax 2 Pax 3-5 Pax 6-9 Pax 10-14 Pax 15-19 Pax 20+ Pax
527 276 193 131 89 107 95

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