Luang Prabang to Nong Khiaw: River Cruise, Hike & Waterfall (NK-1)

• Turn your transfer from Luang Prabang to Nong Khiaw into a day of discovery.
• Cruise the Nam Ou River through a valley framed by limestone mountains.
• Visit a riverside village and enjoy a Lao lunch along the way.
• Explore 100 Waterfalls on a guided hike before continuing by boat.
• Choose a cruise without hiking and reach Nong Khiaw around 2:30 PM.

Itinerary

Turn your journey to Nong Khiaw into a day of discovery. Travel upstream through the Nam Ou River valley, surrounded by limestone mountains, forested slopes, and riverside villages. Enjoy lunch in a village, then choose between a hike to 100 Waterfalls and a relaxed boat journey with an earlier arrival in Nong Khiaw.

Morning: Into the Nam Ou Valley

Get picked up from your hotel in Luang Prabang between 8:15 and 8:45 AM and travel by van to the second dam on the Nam Ou River, where you board your boat.

As you cruise upstream, take in the changing views of the river valley and the limestone mountains rising above the water. The boat journey is a highlight in itself—a chance to slow down and experience the landscape from the river as you make your way toward Nong Khiaw.

Stop at a riverside village for a visit and a Lao lunch before continuing with your chosen afternoon option.

Option 1: 100 Waterfalls Hike — Arrive around 5:30 PM

After lunch, set out on a guided hike to 100 Waterfalls. Add an active afternoon to your river journey, exploring on foot and discovering the waterfalls along the way.

Return to the boat and continue upstream to Nong Khiaw, arriving at approximately 5:30 PM. This option combines scenic travel, a village stop, and a waterfall hike in one rewarding day.

Option 2: River Journey Without Hiking — Arrive around 2:30 PM

After lunch, continue directly to Nong Khiaw by boat. Enjoy more views of the Nam Ou valley from the water, arriving at approximately 2:30 PM, with time to settle into your accommodation and enjoy the afternoon at your own pace.

This option is suitable for travelers who find hiking difficult or prefer a less physically demanding journey. It includes the same morning river cruise, village visit, and lunch, without the waterfall hike.

Arrival in Nong Khiaw

Both options end at the riverbank landing point nearest to your Nong Khiaw hotel.

Meeting point / Hotel pickup

Meeting point is Manifa Travel’s office in Luang Prabang or pick-up from your hotel within our designated area

Ending point

The tour ends at the river bank nearest to your Nong Khiaw hotel or Nong Khiaw Manifa Travel office

Luggage

You are allowed to bring a standard amount of luggage equivalent to airline checked baggage. Additionally, if you are returning to Luang Prabang, you are welcome to leave your luggage safely at our office during your stay in Nong Khiaw.

While you are away from the boat for the hike, the boat captain will remain on board to ensure your luggage is safe.

Price

Prices include credit card charges and are not subject to additional charges.
Cancellations (full refund) and date changes (if possible) can be made free of charge up to the day before

Joint tour:

Option 1: 100 Waterfalls Hike — Arrive around 5:30 PM

Adult (over 12 years old) $46 per person
Child Over 110cm tall and under 11 years old $36 per person
Free Child under 110 cm tall

Option 2: River Journey Without Hiking — Arrive around 2:30 PM

Adult & Child $30 per person
Free Child under 110 cm tall

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