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 Luang
Prabang - Getting There
Lao
Aviation flies to Luang Prabang from Vientiane, Houay Xai, Phonesavanh,
Luang Namtha and Oudomxai.
Slow
boats travel between Vientiane and Luang Prabang and between
Luang Prabang and Houay Xai. 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.
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 from to Luang Prabang from Vientiane's Nong Duang Market
three times a day. The service takes between eight and
14 hours. There are also daily buses to Luang Prabang
from Xiang Khouang and Oudomxai.
Important Note
Visitors travelling
by air will automatically register with immigration police at
Luang Prabang airport. All other visitors must register
with immigration police on arrival and departure in Luang Prabang.
Failure to do so will result in a stiff fine and you may
have to return back to Luang Prabang to complete formalities.
Your hotel or guest house will assisit you with the formalities.
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