Sightseeing Tour: Vientiane 3
Escape the city bustle and breathe fresh air at the Nam Ngum Reservoir. Cruise among its islands and taste its famous fresh fish dishes.
Tour Highlights
Itinerary
- Pickup at the Friendship Bridge border checkpoint / hotel
Head north to the Nam Ngum Dam
- Nam Ngum Dam viewpoint
Photos of the reservoir and mountain ridges
- Island-hopping boat trip
Scenic boat ride (boat fees at cost)
- Lunch by the dam
Taste fresh fish dishes (meals not included)
- Stop at a local market along the way
Fruit, souvenirs and community products
- Return to Vientiane
Drop-off at your hotel or the Friendship Bridge border checkpoint
*Times and order of stops may change depending on weather, traffic and your preferences.
Price includes
- Private car with driver for the whole tour
- Fuel
- Drinking water in the car
- Pickup and drop-off at the border checkpoint / hotel / station
Price excludes
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees / activities
- Accommodation (multi-day tours)
- Driver tips
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Travel Guide
Common questions travelers ask before heading to Laos from Nong Khai
Only have 1 day — can I see Vientiane?
Yes! Park at XL in the morning, head to the border, explore Vientiane, then pick up your car in the evening.
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Laos as a day trip or overnight — which suits you better?
A quick Vientiane visit works as a day trip. Want a relaxed pace or to go further? Stay overnight.
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Driving to Nong Khai and heading into Laos — where should you park?
Don't want to take your car across to Laos? The easiest option is to park on the Nong Khai side and head on to the border.
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