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- Huay Xai - Getting There
Lao
Aviation flies to and from Luang Prabang, Udomxai, Luang Namtha
and Vientiane. Click
here for Lao Aviation's domestic timetable.
Slow
boats travel between Luang Prabang and Houay Xai via Pakbeng.
Taking a slow boat is an adventure for seasoned travellers
only. Expect no toilets, no comfort and expect to take
your time. This is the real way to see old Indochina.
The journey either way takes two nights.
 Speed
boats run on the same routes but will take just a few hours
- you will pay accordingly. The journey is fast and furious
and not for the faint of heart.
Buses
run between Huay Xai, Luang Prabang, Udomxai and Luang Namtha.
From Thailand -
Huay
Xai is reached by ferry from Chiang Khong in Thailand.
This boreder entrypoint does not currently issue visas on entry.
Unless you are travelling with a pre arranged tour, a visa in
advance will be required.
Chiang
Rai airport in Thailand is served regularly by Thai Airways
International. Chaing Rai airport is an hour or so away
from Chiang Khong.
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