Stray Bus
Thailand & Laos bus travel
Discover Thailand & South East Asia's best kept secret, Laos onboard Stray Bus. Trek to mountain villages, see a way of life less known, tube down rivers full of surprises, and be greeted by a heartwarming "Sabaidee!" Check out our fave routes below -10% off Selected Passes
+ FREE Bangkok Welcome Pack!
Book by 25JUL12.
* Pass includes a FREE Bangkok Arrival Pack.
Pass
Was
Price
THE BIG WAT*
$700
$630
THE FULL MOON*
$680
$612
THE TOM YUM*
$485
$437
THE TANG TAI*
$360
$324
THE DTUI
$620
$558
THE DTUI NOY
$535
$482
T&C's: 10% discount applies passes over AUD$350 based on brochured full retail rates only. No other discounts apply except Stray Mates. Last day of offer is 25th July 2012. Stray reserves the right to withdraw this offer at any time. Free Bangkok Arrival Pack applies to passes starting in Bangkok only and includes; Airport transfer with meet and greet, 1 night accommodation, 1 hour internet, 1 hour traditional Thai massage, Luggage storage for up to 1 month and 1 beer voucher. The Bangkok Arrival Pack can be upgraded to 2 nights for the price difference, this must be used within 12 months of purchase. Flight details must be supplied at time of booking
Bus routes departing Laos
| Pass | Description | Price |
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The Phone Noy pass
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Starts: Vientiane Start in Vientiane & travel south experiencing National Protected Areas, soaring karst mountains, majestic lakes, ancient Khmer ruins & the magical Mekong Islands. Hop off the Stray bus in 4000 Islands to continue on your own to Cambodia, or hop off in Pakse take the local bus to eastern Thailand & train, bus or plane beyond to other Thai destinations. |
$232 |
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The Boun Noy pass
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Starts: Huay Xai Start in Huay Xai (northern Laos-Thai border) and encounter the magic of the northern provinces; Luang Namtha, trekking central; Luang Prabang remote river villages & the monastic capital of the same name; Vang Vieng with its tubing and nightlife; Vientiane, the country’s capital. Hop off the Stray bus in Vientiane.
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$208 |
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The Dtui Noy pass
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Starts: Huay Xai Start in Huay Xai (the most northern Lao-Thai border crossing) & experience Laos from the mountains, ethnic cultures & monastic traditions in the north to the natural beauty & laid-back lifestyle of the south. Hop off in 4000 Islands & continue on your own to Cambodia. Or hop off in Pakse & take a local bus to Ubon Ratchathani in eastern Thailand, where connections to trains, buses or planes are available to other Thai destinations. |
$428
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The Long Thaang
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Starts: Luang Prabang This is remote Laos at its best! A round trip in minimum five days from Luang Prabang. The mighty orange bus follows narrow mountain roads to scenic rivers, hidden archaeological sites, communist caves and friendly villages. |
$204 |
| For more info or to book call us, email us or visit a branch |
| Prices are correct as of 05APR12 and are subject to change without notice. |
Bus routes departing Thailand
| Pass | Description | Was | Price |
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The Full Moon pass
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Starts: Bangkok Travel through Northern Thailand and Laos. Start in Bangkok, travel to Sukhothai & Chiang Mai in Northern Thailand, enjoying a free day in Chiang Mai, before meeting the mighty orange Stray bus in Huay Xai, Laos. Experience Laos from the mountains and vibrant cultures in the north to the islands and Mekong falls in the south. Return to Bangkok via local bus from Pakse to Ubon Ratchathani and train from there. |
$680 |
$544 |
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The Tom Yum
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Starts: Bangkok Start in Bangkok, visit the ancient capitals of Sukhothai and Chiang Mai enroute to the northern Laos. Once in Laos, join the Stray bus and encounter the magic of the northern provinces; Luang Namtha, trekking central; Luang Prabang remote river villages and the monastic capital of the same name; Vang Vieng with its tubing and night life, and Vientiane, the country’s capital. Hop off the Stray bus in Vientiane for the overnight train back to Bangkok. |
$485 |
$388 |
| For more info or to book call us, email us or visit a branch |
| Price are correct as of 5APR12 and are subject to change without notice. |
Why we love Stray Bus
Flexible and independent travel
Choose your favourite route and hop-on and off where you choose. You’ll find it easy to access timetables online to keep you fully informed about where and when to pick up the next bus. Bookings for the next part of your journey are also easy to do online - book the day before you travel or as early as possible during the busy season November to March. Travel the rail sectors at your own pace with or without a guide. All passes are valid for 12 months from your first day of travel.Transport
Stray have their own orange buses throughout Laos, but be prepared to take on any form of transport - you will be on boats, trains and tuk-tuks where needed. For extra tuk-tuk rides, optional activities and attraction entry to museums, caves, waterfalls etc. you will need about an extra $5 cash per day.Do things along the way
Visit the Plain of Jars in Phonsavan and check out the Hintang Archeological Park in BanTao Hin for an Asian ‘stonehenge’ experience. Time is built in to do the iconic tubing in Vang Vieng without having to miss a day on your trip. Each day there’ll be time for photos, wats, cows, chickens, locals, elephants, egg on a stick…everything!Unique stops and activities
No one goes where Stray goes. Pioneering into the Lao landscape will be a daily occurrence! On Stray you will have done more than anyone would have thought possible; elephant riding, silk weaving and day treks to villages that are so off the beaten track they aren’t even on the map!Accommodation
Stray will reserve accommodation for you - local guesthouses in most stops. The prices range from US$5 for a shared room to US$24 for a twin or double. Tents are available if the unexpected happens.The best people
Stray don’t attract an age group, they attract an attitude - one of exploration and openmindedness. This goes for the crew as well as you, the crew (both western and Lao) are prepared for an awesome cultural experience. All the guides are trained together so that the western guides have intimate knowledge about the Lao culture and the Lao guides know about western culture.
Get off the beaten track and save
Travelling on Stray you will save money on everything. In Laos and Thailand numbers matter, so as a group you’ll get better value than if you were travelling alone for things like activities and accommodation. Stray have worked out the best routes and timetables so you can save time by knowing where you’re going while not wasting any time working out how to get there.
Travel Responsibly
Stray use new mini-coaches for lower emissions. They train all their guides to respect the culture and environment and educate travellers to have this same respect. They use eco-friendly local guides who will take you further off the beaten track. You’ll be directed to local markets and shown where you can buy fair trade goods (the best coffee and weaving in the world) so that the local people are justly rewarded.
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