Sawng taews (Pickup trucks with benches) are available in district centres, and offer an easy way to travel around the province. You can also rent bicycles for about $1-2 per day. Motorbikes are available in Xam Neua.
The chart below shows scheduled transportation from Xam Neua to district centres and attractions.
|
Destination |
Distance |
Vehicle |
Departure |
Price in Lao Kip |
|
Viengxay |
30 km |
Sawng taew |
07:00, 09:00 |
LAK20,000 |
|
Nam Nua |
22 km |
Sawng taew |
Ongoing |
LAK15,000 |
|
Sop Hao |
60 km |
Sawng taew |
07:00 |
LAK22,000 |
|
Sop Bao |
83 km |
Local bus |
07:30 |
LAK22,000 |
|
Xieng Khor |
112 km |
Local bus |
08:00 |
LAK30,000 |
|
Muang Et |
131 km |
Local bus |
08:30 |
LAK35,000 |
|
Xam Tai |
144 km |
Local bus |
09:00 |
LAK40,000 |
Tour operators offer transportation and itineraries to popular attractions and activities in Houaphanh, with guides adding greater insight into the province’s historical, cultural and natural sites.
