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Luang Prabang Loop Motorcycle Tour in Laos

This 5-day Laos off-road motorcycle tour to Oudomxay, Pakbeng, Sayaboury, and Luang Namtha starting from Luang Prabang is Indochina Motorbike Tours by DNQ Travel's best seller for those who want to conquer dirt tracks in the north of Laos with wonderful visits to jungles, remote villages, beautiful landscapes of waterfalls, and rivers.

Key information

  • Terrain: Mostly off road
  • Bike: Dirt bike rental included
  • Mileage: 880 kilometers / 547 miles
  • Riding gear: Bring your own riding gear
  • Meals: Daily breakfast + lunch and dinner on day 4

Highlights

  • The tour starts and ends in Luang Prabang
  • Visit the historic Pak Ou caves
  • Ride the mountainous roads in Oudomxay
  • Visit local villages and remote towns that experience very few tourists
  • Get a glimpse at the life of local ethnic groups
  • See the rescued elephants at Elephant Conservation Centre
  • 4 nights accommodation

Skill level

  • Intermediate
  • Advanced

5 days with instruction
Group size: Maximum of 20 participants
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Accommodation

You will be accommodated in homestays and hotels based on twin or triple rooms.

Program

Terrain

Off-road 25% (day 1), on road (day 2), off-road 70% (day 3), off-road 20% (day 4), off-road 80% (day 5)

Day 1: Luang Prabang - Pak Ou, Nong Khiaw, and Ban Nagnan

Your motorcycle journey begins in Luang Prabang before heading up north toward Nong Khiaw along some magnificent dirt and asphalt roads. You will cross the mighty Mekong River by ferry and visit the historic Pak Ou caves along the way. Thousands of Buddha sculptures have been added to the Pak Ou caves over the years, making it an important site for Buddhism.

You will then continue your motorcycle ride toward Ban Nagnan, where you will observe the continued tradition of silk weaving and silk dying from natural materials. Your night consists of an authentic home stay with a local family in Ban Nagnan, where you will enjoy freshly cooked Lao food and have a deeper understanding of their unique way of life.

If you are not interested in the homestay experience, DNQ Travel will accommodate you in a nearby guesthouse in Nong Khiaw.

Day 2: Ban Nagnan - Oudomxay and Luang Namtha

The next morning, you will ride out through the breathtaking Lao countryside on tar roads to Oudomxay. This province is known its mountainous roads, which provide a scenic adventure in Laos that cannot be beat. You can stop in any local village in Oudomxay, where you will enjoy a quick bite and meet friendly people willing to share stories with you. Once you arrive in Luang Namtha in the late afternoon, you will be accommodated for the night at a local guest house.

Meal plan: Breakfast

Day 3: Luang Namtha - Pakbeng

The third day of your motorcycle tour begins in Luang Namtha, where you will take your motorcycle off-road toward Pakbeng. This leg of the journey is more challenging, but it is well worth it because you will be able to access local villages and remote towns that experience very few tourists. You can interact with friendly people who come from various ethnic groups along the way. When you arrive in Pakbeng, you will be accommodated at a comfortable lodge that is within walking distance to the Mekong River.

Meal plan: Breakfast

Day 4: Pakbeng - Hongsa - Sayabouly

On your fourth day, you will leave early from Pakbeng and ride out on your motorcycle to Hongsa. Hongsa is a remarkable village that has two bustling markets packed full of freshly prepared Lao food. You will continue through Hongsa to Sayabouly along winding dirt roads in the countryside. Upon arrival in Sayabouly, you will enjoy a freshly prepared Lao meal and be accommodated overnight at the Elephant Conservation Centre (ECC).

Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 5: Sayabouly - Muang Nan - Luang Prabang

The following morning, you will be able to feed, bathe, and befriend these Lao elephants. A trip to Laos is not complete without getting up close and personal with an elephant! You can also visit their medical centre to learn more about how they help treat and rescue elephants.

After Sayabouly, you will traverse the Mekong River and drive through Muang Nan, a quaint village with hospitable people. On the final stretch back to Luang Prabang, you will ride out on dusty roads along the Mekong River, with a few river crossings along the way.

Your five-day motorcycle ride concludes once you arrive in Luang Prabang in the late afternoon.

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Meal plan: Breakfast

Skill level required for this tour: Intermediate, advanced

Intermediate:

  • can ride for 3-4 hours
  • average riding experience
  • little assistance required
  • comfortable with extreme curves and leans
  • average experience with unsurfaced roads
  • steep ascents and descents

Advanced:

  • can ride for 5-6 hours
  • extensive riding experience
  • assistance on demand (if required)
  • experienced with riding a variety of motorcycles
  • comfortable with any terrain and weather conditions

Location

Starting from Luang Prabang, this motorcycle tour will take you to Pak Ou, Nong Khiaw, Ban Nagnan, Oudomxay, Luang Namtha, Pakbeng, Hongsa, Sayaboury, Muang Nan, and back to Luang Prabang.

Food

This tour includes meals as outlined in the itinerary.

The following meals are included:

  • Breakfast

The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:

  • Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation

What's included

  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Dirt bike rental
  • Third person insurance
  • 4 nights accommodation as described in the itinerary
  • Meal(s) as described in the itinerary
  • Gasoline
  • Entrance fee as described in the itinerary
  • Goverment’s taxes, service charge, and permits

What's not included

  • Riding long pants (a pair of jeans is recommended)
  • Personal insurance (this at your own risk)
  • Coverage for any damages to gear or the motorcycle
  • Airfare
  • Visa fee (approximately 30 USD per person, depending on nationality)
  • Travel insurance of any kind
  • Tip, drinks, personal expense and other expenses not described in the itinerary
  • Single supplement for single occupancy

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Cancellation Policy

  • A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
  • The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
  • The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.

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