After early breakfast, transfer by minibus to CHIANG KHONG on the border, for custom & immigration clearance. Cross the river by ferry boat to BAN HOUEI SAY in Laos for meeting by Laotian guide. Then transfer to pier for cruise down the MEKONG RIVER by the "LUANG SAY" boat. Luang Say boat leaves Houei Say pier at 09:00 hrs for a cruise down the Mekong to PAKBENG. En-route one stop is made to observe rural life along the Mekong and discover minorities, a buffet lunch on board. Arrive to Pak Beng before sunset and check-in at Luang Say Lodge.
Dinner on the terrace, overlooking the Mekong River and overnight the Luang Say Lodge (charm but very simple) in Pakbeng