Morning Mists by the River

Bite-sized trip

Itinerary:
Nong Khiaw - Muang Ngoi river cruise & hike - Nong Khiaw
Duration:
3 days / 2 nights (flexible)
Price:
From £ 215.- per person (excluding flights)
When to go:
November - May

Lose yourself in a laid-back rural daydream on the banks of a lazy river, caught between rice paddies and limestone mountains. Nong Khiaw is a seriously special place, draped in scenery that will leave you speechless. Hike through the hills and relax by the river with an ice-cold Beer Lao. You’ll spend two nights amidst the gorgeous landscape of Nong Khiaw, sleeping in a riverbank eco-lodge with a balcony overlooking the water. On the second day, you’ll set off on a river cruise to Muang Ngoi where you will hike, explore atmospheric caves and cruise down the river at sunset.

Day 1 – Arrival in Nong Khiaw

The rural town of Nong Khiaw is easily reached from Luang Prabang and Luang Namtha, making it the perfect place to stop for a few days and break up the journey. In Nong Khiaw, you’ll stay in a cosy riverside eco-lodge, sleeping in a spacious bungalow built using natural materials, with a balcony overlooking the river. After nightfall, you can sit outside under the stars, soak up the serenity and sip a Beer Lao.

Day 2 – River cruise & hike – Muang Ngoi

Today you will head out with a local guide to explore the beauty and culture of the surrounding area. First up is a boat cruise along the Nam Ou river, passing dramatic limestone cliffs and visiting ethnic villages along the way. Back to the boat for a spot of lunch before heading on foot through paddy fields, exploring caves as you go. Your trip will finish with a cruise back to Nong Khaiw as the sun sets behind the hills.