Day 2 & 3

Day 2 - Another ludicrously hot day. The heat searing off the road drained us and it was hard to remain hydrated with sweat dripping off us for the whole day. We ended in Vang Vieng which is a nice place, but we had little time to soak it up as we were completely drained and were facing a big task the next day.

Day 3 - Vang Vieng to Muang Phu Khun is recommended to be completed in two days. We thought it was a good idea to make up some time and complete the two days into one. We made solid progress in the first 18km and dined for breakfast in a small village while a torrential downpour passed. A fairly steep climb for the next 8km would have been OK if there wasn't another fierce 44km climb ahead. We reached Muang Phu Khun just after dark after beginning at first light. Needless to say we were all spent, but still partied til 8:15pm. The rock hard beds were just what was needed after sitting all day in the rock hard saddle.

I think the weather might be changing

Where's the beach?

Marty getting overtaken on the climb