Traveling to Nong Khiaw

Some information on how to get here.

From Luang Prabang

By Minibus - Nong Khiaw is easily accessible by road from Luang Prabang. Nong Khiaw is approximately 150km from Luang Prabang and minibuses run regularly between the two. Minibus tickets can be purchased from various travel agencies in Luang Prabang. Currently there is only ONE public bus that departs Luang Prabang for Nong Khiaw at 8am daily. We recommend that you arrive in Luang Prabang before the retreat date so that you can arrange your transportation with a travel agency the day before you leave for Nong Khiaw.

Getting to Luang Prabang

From the North

If you are traveling either from Northern Thailand or Northern Laos, you can travel to Nong Khiaw either by public or VIP buses. Depending on the route, you may have to stop in Pak Mong and hire a tuk-tuk to take you the rest of the way to Nong Khiaw.

If you are traveling by road and river from Vietnam, regular buses run from Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu in Vietnam. From there, you can connect by bus to Mueng Khua in Laos. From Mueng Khua to Nong Khiaw is a lovely 6-hour boat ride.

When planning your trip, please be sure to arrive in time for the introductions and opening ceremony on the first day.

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RETURNING to luang prabang from nong khiaw

Private minibus transfer back to Luang Prabang will be arranged with the resort. If you are traveling on from Nong Khiaw to another destination, we can advise you on the best way to arrange your onward travel.