Itinerary Details
Day 1: Luang Prabang Arrival
Arrive in Luang Prabang and meet your guide at the airport. You will be transferred to your hotel and have time to settle in. Take a stroll around the city if you wish, soaking in the peaceful atmosphere and vibrant streets. Relax and enjoy your first evening in this spiritual capital of Laos.
Overnight in Maison Dalabua (4 Star) or similar.
Day 2: Morning Alms and Majestic Waterfalls (B)
Wake early for the Tak Bat alms giving ceremony and participate by offering alms to the monks. Return to your hotel for breakfast before exploring Luang Prabang on foot or by bicycle. Climb Phousi Mountain for panoramic views, then visit Wat Xiengthong and Wat Mai. Discover Lao culture at the Traditional Arts & Ethnology Center. After lunch, visit Kuang Si Waterfall. Swim in the clear pools and explore the Bear Rescue Center. End your day with dinner at a local restaurant or wander the night market.
Overnight in Maison Dalabua (4 Star) or similar.
Day 3: Leisure Day in Luang Prabang (B)
Enjoy a free day to relax or explore at your own pace. Optional tours are available if you want to discover more of the city or surrounding countryside. Take time to enjoy the local cafés, markets, and temples.
Overnight in Maison Dalabua (4 Star) or similar.
Day 4: Scenic Journey to Vang Vieng (B)
Travel from Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng by train (first class). Upon arrival, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring the riverside scenery or relaxing in your room.
Overnight in Riverside Boutique Resort (4 Star) or similar.
Day 5: Adventure on the River and Caves (B)
Spend a free day exploring Vang Vieng. Optional activities include kayaking or tubing along the Nam Song River. Visit Tham Xang Elephant Cave, Tham Hoi Snail Cave, and Tham Nam Water Cave if you bring swimwear. Stop along the river for breaks or lunch and enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings.
Overnight in Riverside Boutique Resort (4 Star) or similar.
Day 6: Vientiane and the Buddha Park Experience (B)
Travel from Vang Vieng to Vientiane via expressway. After settling in at your hotel, visit Buddha Park to admire the unique statues blending Hindu and Buddhist influences. End the day at a riverside beer garden, enjoy the sunset over the Mekong, and savor a Lao-style Korean barbecue or explore local eateries.
Overnight in Lao Poet (4 Star) or similar.
Day 7: Discover Vientiane (B)
Begin at 10 am with a city tour. Visit Wat Sisaket and Wat Ho Pha Kheo, then admire the Patuxai Victory Monument. Continue to That Luang, Laos’ most sacred structure. Optional stops include the Kaysone Phomvihane Memorial and the COPE Visitor Center for insight into Laos’ history. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to explore local restaurants and cafés.
Overnight in Lao Poet (4 Star) or similar.
Day 8: Flight to Pakse and Bolaven Plateau (B)
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Pakse. Upon arrival, explore the Bolaven Plateau with its cooler climate and scenic landscapes. Visit Tad Fan and Tad Gneung waterfalls, tour 40k Coffee with a tasting, and swim at Tad Champee. Enjoy the natural beauty and fresh mountain air throughout the day.
Overnight in Sabaidee Valley (4 Star) or similar.
Day 9: Ancient Temples and Champasak (B)
Leave the Bolaven Plateau and visit Wat Phou, a UNESCO World Heritage Khmer temple complex dating to the 5th century. Take in the dramatic views before continuing to Champasak. Spend the rest of the day at leisure to explore the town or relax by the river.
Overnight in The River Resort (4 Star) or similar.
Day 10: Explore the 4000 Islands (B)
Travel south to Ban Hatsaikhone and board a private boat to explore the 4000 Islands. Reach Don Khone by lunchtime and tour the island by tuk-tuk. Follow the old railway, admire French Colonial buildings, and visit Liphi Waterfall. Enjoy leisure time in the afternoon to soak in the island’s peaceful atmosphere.
Overnight in Sengahloune Resort (4 Star) or similar.
Day 11: Khong Island Departure (B)
Take a boat ferry to Nakasang and visit Phapheng Falls, one of Southeast Asia’s largest and most powerful waterfalls. Transfer to Pakse Airport for your onward flight, reflecting on the unforgettable landscapes and experiences of your Laos journey.
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| Inclusions | Exclusions | - Accommodations as stated or similar - English-speaking Tour Guide - Entrance fees for locations specified - Meals as stated (B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner) - Arrival & Departure Airport Transfer - Train ticket Luang Prabang - Vang Vieng (First class) - Boat trip as specified | - International Flights - Meals not stated in itinerary - Personal Expenses (Laundry, Mini-bar, Phones, Drinks, etc.) - Tipping - Travel Insurance - Visa Fees - Early Check-in and Late Check-out - Flight: Vientiane - Pakse (QV) |