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Luang Prabang to Vientiane to Bangkok

Kara and Nate
Kara and Nate
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👁️ 167K views📅 10 years ago⏱️ 10:06

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Editorial Summary

The creator documents a multi-stage journey traveling from Luang Prabang to Bangkok. The trip begins with a first class VIP bus ride that proves difficult due to winding mountain roads and limited leg room. After arriving in Vientiane, the travelers navigate the city by Jeep and spend time at local coffee shops and pizza restaurants while waiting for their next connection. The journey continues with a fourteen hour train ride toward the border. The creator notes a financial complication at the border involving an extra charge from an official. Upon reaching their destination, the travelers face the challenge of having no immediate accommodation plans. They eventually find a room and conclude their trip by enjoying the local amenities. The video highlights the physical exhaustion and logistical unpredictability of long distance travel through Laos and into Thailand.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I know already that I've made a bad decision I just don't know how bad

if you get car sick this ride is not you

I just spent the last 30 minutes holding on for dear life on the back of our Jeep to make sure our bags didn't fall off

Creator's Tips & Advice

Avoid overnight bus if you get car sick
Secure your bags during rough rides
Bring enough local currency for border fees

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Overnight bus comfortUse seat belt and be prepared for rough roads
Border crossing logisticsHave exact local currency ready for fees

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the experience of traveling overnight from Luang Prabang to Vientiane to Bangkok?
QIs the VIP sleeper bus comfortable for long journeys?

Port Highlights

Bangkok2½ Happy Bacon
Luang Prabang
Vientiane2½ Sad Bacon
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