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8 Days Northern Luang Prabang Motorbike Tour

  • CODE: GDT1361
  • Private Tour
  • Duration: 8 - 12 days
  • Price from: Contact
  • Route: Laos - Luang Prabang

Overview

Discover the Untamed Beauty of Northern Laos on an 8-Day Motorbike Expedition from Luang Prabang

 

Prepare for an extraordinary and deeply immersive two-wheeled expedition into the raw, untouched beauty of Northern Laos with Golden Trail Travel's 8 Days Northern Luang Prabang Motorbike Tour. This isn't just a trip; it's a meticulously crafted Laos motorbike adventure, designed for passionate riders seeking to truly uncover the hidden gems, challenging terrains, and authentic spirit of this captivating nation. This extensive tour offers an unparalleled blend of exhilarating off-road Laos riding (where appropriate), profound cultural immersion, and breathtaking natural wonders, taking you deep into regions rarely seen by conventional travelers, all while commencing from the serene UNESCO World Heritage city of Luang Prabang.

Your 8 days Northern Luang Prabang motorbike odyssey begins directly from this spiritual and charming city, quickly transitioning you from its gentle allure to the rugged, awe-inspiring landscapes that define Northern Laos. You'll navigate through dense Laos jungle tour sections, traverse challenging mountainous Laos passes, and cross remote rivers, truly experiencing the diverse and demanding conditions of the region. This journey is designed to test your riding skills while providing capable motorcycles that ensure both accessibility and thrilling exploration of varied terrains. Our meticulously chosen routes are designed to reveal the authentic, untouched facets of Northern Laos, emphasizing spectacular views, exhilarating trails, and genuine local encounters.

This Northern Luang Prabang motorbike tour is a deep dive into remote Laos, offering unique opportunities to connect with its incredibly diverse population. You'll journey through countless ethnic minority villages Laos, witnessing their traditional way of life, vibrant customs, and unique architecture. From the Hmong to the Khmu, Akha, Tai Leu, and other distinct communities, these genuine cultural encounters provide a rare glimpse into the heart of authentic Laos culture, creating memories that extend far beyond the stunning scenery. Our itineraries are planned to foster respectful interactions and support local communities, allowing you to experience the warmth and genuine hospitality of the Lao people firsthand.

Beyond its cultural richness, this Laos adventure travel package showcases incredible natural diversity. You'll explore vast stretches of pristine wilderness, including lush primary forests and dramatic karst landscapes, particularly prominent around areas like Nong Khiaw motorbike and Muang Ngoi motorbike, known for their towering limestone formations and tranquil rivers. Significant highlights include reaching the stunning Kuang Si Waterfall motorbike, where you can swim in its famous turquoise pools, and exploring remote sections leading to the spiritual Pak Ou Caves motorbike (depending on specific routing and accessibility). The tour will also lead you to the enigmatic Plain of Jars motorbike near Phonsavan, adding a layer of historical mystery and a rewarding riding challenge. For those interested in deeper history, the route may even venture towards the historically significant Viengxay Caves motorbike near Xam Neua (Sam Neua) motorbike.

As a premier motorbike tour operator Laos, Golden Trail Travel ensures top-tier bikes, experienced local guides, and comprehensive support throughout your overland Laos motorbike journey. This best Northern Laos motorbike tours package offers a perfect blend of adrenaline-pumping rides, profound cultural discovery, and breathtaking natural beauty. If you're looking for an unforgettable Laos scenic drives adventure that combines challenging rides with deep cultural immersion and pristine nature over an extended, immersive period, this 8-day expedition into Northern Laos's wild heart is your ultimate choice

Trip Map

Highlight

Conquering Northern Laos's Diverse Landscapes from Luang Prabang

 

  • Extensive Northern Laos Exploration: Experience 8 full days of exhilarating riding, exploring the best of Northern Laos, from the spiritual city of Luang Prabang to its most dramatic landscapes and historical sites.

  • Plain of Jars Discovery: Journey to the mystical Plain of Jars motorbike near Phonsavan (Xieng Khouang province), a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the ancient, colossal stone jars scattered across the landscape, steeped in fascinating history and local legends.

  • Kuang Si Waterfall Adventure: Ride to the stunning Kuang Si Waterfall motorbike via scenic and potentially adventurous routes. Enjoy the famous turquoise pools and cascading tiers, offering a refreshing break and incredible photo opportunities.

  • Limestone Karst Region Riding (Nong Khiaw/Muang Ngoi): Explore the dramatic and beautiful limestone karsts around Nong Khiaw motorbike and Muang Ngoi motorbike, offering some of the most picturesque and engaging riding terrain in Northern Laos.

  • Historical Viengxay Caves (Route Dependant): Discover the incredible Viengxay Caves motorbike complex near Xam Neua (Sam Neua) motorbike, a vast network of caves that served as a hidden city during the Indochina War, offering a poignant historical experience.

  • Authentic Ethnic Minority Immersion: Venture deep into remote Laos, visiting numerous ethnic minority villages Laos (e.g., Hmong, Khmu, Akha, Tai Leu) that dot the Northern landscape. Witness their traditional way of life, distinctive clothing, and engage in genuine cultural exchanges, offering profound insights into authentic Laos culture.

  • Diverse Riding Terrain: Conquer a wide range of terrains including rugged mountainous Laos trails, dense Laos jungle tour tracks (where appropriate for off-road segments), and scenic paved roads, providing a true challenging motorbike routes Laos adventure.

  • Mekong River Views & Pak Ou Caves: Enjoy picturesque views and rides alongside sections of the mighty Mekong River motorbike, and potentially visit the spiritual Pak Ou Caves motorbike, home to thousands of Buddha images (route and accessibility dependent).

  • Expert Motorcycle Guides: Be led by highly experienced and passionate motorbike tour operator Laos guides from Golden Trail Travel. They possess extensive expertise in local routes, culture, and logistics, ensuring a safe, informative, and unforgettable journey.

  • Top-Tier Motorbikes: Ride reliable, well-maintained dirt bike Laos models (e.g., Honda CRF250L, XR150L, or similar, depending on selected terrain focus) perfectly suited for the challenging and varied terrain of Northern Laos, ensuring a comfortable and secure ride on your Laos motorbike experience adventure.

  • Comprehensive Northern Laos Journey: This overland Laos motorbike tour offers a unique and thorough exploration of Laos's northern regions, connecting historical depth with natural beauty and thrilling adventure over 8 immersive days, all conveniently starting and ending in Luang Prabang

Service

HOTELS
Economy 2*+ Hotels
Superior 3* Hotels
First Class 4* Hotels
Deluxe 5* Hotels
Luxury 5*++ Hotels

Notes:
*All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request

Important Notes:
HOTELS, PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE

GUIDE/LEADER:
English speaking guide. French , Germany , Spanish, Italian, Russian  speaking guide can be arranged with on request.

Your Dream Motorbike holiday, Crafted Just for You Across Asia

At Golden Trail Travel, we believe every getaway should be as unique as the traveler. As Asia's premier Motorbike holiday tour operator, we specialize in creating bespoke coastal experiences that perfectly match your desires and budget, wherever your wanderlust takes you.

Our dedicated team—comprising experienced local experts, reliable drivers, insightful tour consultants, and passionate travel specialists—is committed to ensuring your escape is seamless, relaxing, and truly unforgettable.

Whether you're exploring solo, enjoying a family getaway, or embarking on a group expedition, we're here to design a trip that's exclusively yours. The itineraries you see are just a starting point; consider them a canvas upon which we'll paint your ideal Asian Motorbike holiday. We invite you to share your ideas, tell us your preferences, and let us know your budget. We'll meticulously customize an existing itinerary or craft a brand-new program from the ground up, adding or excluding elements until it's absolutely perfect for you.

Ready to start planning your dream Motorbike holiday across Asia? Share your requirements with us today, and let's create memories that will last a lifetime.

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Itinerary

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DAY 1: Luang Prabang Motorcycle Tours to Xieng Hone. 180 km ( L , D )

 

Topic: High mountains ridges ride for the first 130 kms

Description: 8:00 pick you up from your hotel to our bike shop to take your bike  and head west on route No 1A on the muddy and bumpy dirt road then we take a ferry across the Mekong River to Sayabury Province where we will have lunch in the provincial capital. We will then need all our off-road riding skills to explore the Laotian jungle wilderness, along 95 km of some of the most challenging roads in northern Laos. The ride to Hongsa has a very rugged landscape with forested mountains, and it is known for the production of rice, cotton, peanuts, sesame, maize and oranges. Teak forests cover large parts of the province and have Elephant festival during February.

Night: Really local Lao Guest-house

DAY 2: Xieng Hone Motorcycle Tours to Houai Say. 180 km ( B , L ,D )

 

Topic: Dirt ride around White Elephant Valley

Description: Pray to God that it doesn’t rain so that we eat dust today instead of mud for the 93 km ride along the Thai border to the Mekong River. There we take a boat and enjoy our trip up to Houay Say. You may be the only people around and if you are lucky you will meet local Mahout and see elephants.,Arrive at Houay Say in the late afternoon, the beautiful border crossing town located on the Laos side of the Mekong River.

Night: Charming Guest-house

DAY 3: Houai Say Motorbike Tours to Golden Triangle – Muong Meung. 170 km ( B , L , D )

 

Topic: Golden triangle immersion

Description: Get ready to head up the Mekong to the famous Golden Triangle. This region once grew thousands of acres of opium poppies. See the small and quiet villages of Akha and Yao ethnic minorities.,Our ride will pass by Sop Roak – village of the Akha people on the Thai Mekong River bank. The end of the trail we will take the single track along Mekong river to Muang Meung.

Night: Local Guest-house in the center of the village

DAY 4: Muong Meung Motorcycle Tours to Nam Ha National Park – Luang Namtha. 150 km ( B , L ,D )

 

Topic: Nam Ha National Park ride

Description: It is hard to say farewell to this part of riding along Mekong. Wake up early if you do not want to miss sunrise on the river. Enjoy this part until we head Xieng Kok. On this peaceful stretch of road, the biggest hazards you are likely to see on the road are the cows and chickens who roam freely around the area!,We will drive through beautiful rain forest to Luang Namtha. Along the way we will have a chance to visit local hill-tribe villages of Akha, Hmong, Tai Dam, Lu people. Our lunch will be prepare for road-stop with some local traditional stuffs: sticky rice & dried beef.

Night: Nice Guest house

DAY 5: Luang Nam Tha – Rest day (massage, visit around, relaxing) ( B )

 

Today, you’ll be at leisure to refresh yourself after a quite long tough trip,Overnight at hotel in Luang Nam Tha.

DAY 6: Luang Nam Tha Motorcycle Tours to Na Mor – Boun Tai. 130 km ( B , L , D )

 

Description: A long and exceptional riding day through a wide variety of road surfaces, none of it smooth, and we will pass only a couple of vehicles per hour at the most. The bad road conditions are not terribly difficult, but it will force us to keep our speed down to avoid frame-bending holes. This road was built by the Chinese government in the ’60s and has barely been maintained since then. Much of the day we ride through primary forest-clad mountains and we will pass several extremely primitive hilltribe villages where women still roam around topless., In the town of Boun Tai we will explore the remnants of an old French Legionnaire fort in a state of total disrepair.

Night: Local Hotel

DAY 7: Boun Tai Motorcycle Tours to Muang Khoua – Nong Khiaw. 110 km + 4h boat trip ( B , L , D )

 

Topic: 4 hours boat cruise downstream to Nong Khiaw

Description: That is interesting to see market in the morning in Boun Tai. There are of goods coming up to local trading square in town center. Today is easy day, as we have 70 km on bumpy road…only. We will ride through many Lao Thung villages – home of mid-land ethnic groups. Take a rare good paved road from intersection to Muang Khoua where we enter our long-tail boat. On our 4 hours boat cruise downstream to Nong Khiaw we see great landscapes and river sceneries and explore the natural way of life along the river banks. Most of rivers in Laos are just…rough and sitting in boat makes same feeling with riding on winding road.

Night: Local bungalow on the Nam Ou River

DAY 8: Nong Khiaw Motorcycle Tours to Pak Xeng – Luang Prabang. 230 km ( B , L )

 

Topic: Hmong trail discovery ride

Description: The last day requires a good physical condition, but in exchange for afabulous day following a long way in the middle of mountains. Looking forward meets two different hilltribes, Khamu and Hmong people. The Khamu live in mid-mountain while the Hmong live in isolated mountain really far from the world that we know. The entire day will be almost 230 km of which 130 km are to slalom between mid-mountain and high mountain villages on the ridges. The finish line is finally the World Heritage town of Luang Prabang where a well deserved beer Lao will wait for us in town!  Drop bike to our bike shop and A Tuk-Tuk will send you back to your hotel.

FAQS

1. What types of tours does Golden Trail Travel offer?

Answer: Golden Trail Travel specializes in offering a wide range of travel packages to Vietnam and other Indochina countries such as Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Indonesia, China, and Malaysia. We offer themed tours including Classic Highlights, Cycling, Trekking, Beach Holidays, Luxury Honeymoon, Short Trips, Family, Off The Beaten Track, Multi-Country, Motorbiking, Veteran, Food, Students, Luxury, Golf, Photography, Cooking Class, Bird Watching, Indochina Cruises, Kayaking, Muslim-friendly tours, Offroad 4x4WD, Indochina MICE Travel, Cave Expedition, and Helicopter tours.

2. How can I book a tour with Golden Trail Travel?

Answer: You can book a tour by contacting us directly via phone, email, or by filling out the contact form on our website. Our team of travel experts will advise and assist you in designing a suitable itinerary.

3. Can tours be customized?

Answer: Absolutely! We understand that every traveler has unique preferences. Golden Trail Travel is happy to customize tour packages to fit your specific needs, interests, and budget.

4. Does Golden Trail Travel provide visa support services?

Answer: Depending on your nationality and the destination, we may provide guidance or assistance with the necessary visa procedures. Please contact us for more detailed information.

5. What makes Golden Trail Travel different from other travel agencies?

Answer: We are committed to delivering authentic and unique travel experiences in Vietnam and Indochina. With a team of knowledgeable local experts, meticulously designed tour packages, and dedicated customer care, we ensure every trip is a memorable journey.

6. What should I prepare before the trip?

Answer: We will provide you with a detailed checklist of what to prepare, including information on luggage, appropriate clothing for the weather and local culture, essential personal items, and health advice.

7. What is Golden Trail Travel's cancellation policy?

Answer: Our cancellation policy will be clearly stated in the terms and conditions when you book a tour. Please refer to this information or contact us for specific details.

8. Where can I find information about travel safety and health?

Answer: We prioritize the safety and health of our travelers. Before your trip, we will provide information and advice regarding health, travel insurance, and safety measures at the destination.

9. Can I request a tour guide who speaks Vietnamese or a specific language?

Answer: Yes, we can arrange tour guides who speak Vietnamese or other common languages (such as English, French, German, Spanish, etc.) upon your request and subject to availability. Please inform us of your language preference when booking your tour.

10. Does Golden Trail Travel offer travel insurance?

Answer: We highly recommend all travelers purchase comprehensive travel insurance before departure. While we do not directly provide insurance, we can advise on suitable insurance types and the importance of having coverage during your trip

11. How can I pay for my tour?

Answer: We accept various payment methods, including bank transfers, credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express), and some online payment options. Detailed information on payment options and payment schedules will be provided upon confirmation of your tour booking.

12. Does Golden Trail Travel offer tours for solo travelers?

Answer: Yes, we have tour options suitable for solo travelers, including group joining tours or specially designed private tours. Please contact us so we can advise on the best package for you.

13. Are the tours child-friendly or suitable for seniors?

Answer: We offer many family-friendly tour packages and can adjust itineraries to suit travelers of all ages, including children and seniors. We will advise on the difficulty level, travel time, and activities appropriate for each member of your family.

14. Where can I read reviews from previous customers?

Answer: You can find customer reviews and testimonials on our website (if a review section is available), social media pages, or reputable travel platforms like TripAdvisor.

15. What are Golden Trail Travel's sustainability or responsible tourism policies?

Answer: We are committed to practicing responsible and sustainable tourism. We constantly strive to minimize our environmental impact, respect local cultures, and contribute positively to the communities where we operate.

16. What happens if there's an emergency during the trip?

Answer: Your safety is our top priority. Golden Trail Travel has a 24/7 emergency support team. We will provide emergency contact numbers and detailed instructions before your trip. Our guides and local partners are trained to handle emergency situations professionally.

17. Are my payment methods secure?

Answer: Absolutely secure. We use highly encrypted online payment gateways and comply with international standards for data security. Your personal and financial information will be strictly protected.

18. What support will I receive during the trip?

Answer: Yes. Throughout your trip, you will always have the support of your local guide, driver, and Golden Trail Travel's operation team. We will provide a 24/7 support hotline so you can contact us anytime if you have any issues or need assistance.

19. What is included and not included in the tour price?

Answer: Each tour package has clear details on included services (e.g., accommodation, transportation, meals as per itinerary, entrance fees to attractions, tour guide) and exclusions (e.g., international flights, visas, travel insurance, drinks, tips, personal expenses). You will receive a detailed itinerary and an inclusion/exclusion list before confirming your tour booking.

20. What is the typical group size for Golden Trail Travel tours?

Answer: Our tour group sizes can vary depending on the type of tour. For join-in tours, we try to keep the numbers small to ensure a personalized and comfortable experience. We also offer private tours for families or groups of friends upon request.

21. Whom can I contact if I have questions or need assistance before departure?

Answer: Before departure, you can contact our team of consultants via phone, email, or online chat. We are always ready to answer any questions and help you prepare best for your trip.

22. How is Golden Trail Travel committed to sustainable and responsible tourism?

Answer: We are strongly committed to sustainable tourism. This is reflected in our collaboration with responsible local partners, supporting local communities, encouraging travelers to respect culture and environment, and minimizing negative impacts on destinations. Our goal is to benefit both travelers and local people.

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