What to do in Nong Khiaw

Seated beside the rambling Nam Ou River and abutted by sky-high mountains, Nong Khiaw is the kind of place where time spent inside is time wasted. Hop on a bicycle to meander through tiny villages, float down river on a bamboo raft or explore the route of your choice, hiking through caves, past cascading waterfalls or summiting Phadeng Peak for the ultimate view.