Pak Lay

Pak Lay is a city in Northern Laos.

Understand
The first settlement in Laos after crossing the Thai-Lao border at Nam Hueng.

Get in
There are two bus stations in town. Heading south: Vientiane 90,000 kip; Nam Hueng 35,000 kip. Heading north: Sayabouly and Luang Prabang

Get around
Explore the town by foot or take tuk-tuk from the bus stations to centre.

Do
A small market is located in the centre next to the football playground. BCEL Bank has an ATM and accepts international cards.

Drink
Places on the Mekong River with overlooking views.