Biking & Cycling in Laos

Nature surroundings of Luang Prabang by bike

4 days Laos "NORTHERN BIKING LOOP"

Highlights of this biking tour in Laos:
The highlights of this bicycle tour include a boat ride on the Mekong, scenic valleys and traditional agriculture areas between Pak Beng and Oudomxai, where tourists rarely venture. But also a panoramic mountain ride to Nong Khiau, surrounded by limestone mountains and the beautiful Nam Ou river. Village visits at Hmong communities are included as well.

Biking Laos from/to Luang Prabang
- Northern Mekong - Pakbeng - Oudomxay - Nong Khiau - Luang Prabang -

Day 1.
Boat ride to/from Luang Prabang to Pakbeng on the magic Mekong
The bikes will be put on board while you prepare yourself for a soft starting adventure in Northern Laos. An experience very little people are allowed to have. You stay overnight in Pakbeng. Lunch will be served on board of the Mekong cruise boat.

Day 2 Cycling Laos from Pakbeng - Oudomxai
After an one hour transfer, we are cycling in very rural Lao. An area inhabited by hill tribe villages who eke a meagre existence from the land. Along the way you will pass villages of Phu Thai, Thai Lu, Hmong, Thaai Dam, Lao and Khamu. The people are very friendly and yet not tourist tired. We stop at weaving villages along the way, where you still see families sitting in the shade weaving on old looms. After cilimbing a 300 meter pass, a long descent bring you in Oudomxai the capital of the Oudomxai Province. B

Day 3 - Cycling Oudomxai to Pakmong 83 km
This is the most challenging day of the trip, so either challenge yourself or take an enjoyable ride in the vehicle. The first 40 km of this day is mainly up and opens to magnificent scenery and finally a 30 km downhill ride to Pak Mong. This is a small supply depot town.   B -

Day 4 - Biking Pakmong to Luang Prabang by mountainbike - 95 km

Flatter and better roads today will enable you to complete the longer distance to Luang Prabang. Only a few minor passed have to be climbed before you cycling along the banks of the Nam Ou river with stunning views on huge mountain ranges. The last stage, you cycling through teakwood plantations before arriving in  Luang Prabang. - B -

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Included on this cycling tour through Laos:
- English speaking guide
- Mekong journey on a traditional Mekong slow boat (join in public boat)
- Overnight in guest houses and hotels
- Meals as described in itinerary
- Drinking water and fruit on riding days
- Sightseeing along the way
- Local taxes and permissions
- Bike rental

Not including:
- Private expenses on alcoholic drinks and soft drinks
- Meals not mentioned
- Insurance and tips