Embark on a captivating 10-day journey through Laos, from Luang Prabang to South of Laos, uncovering the country’s rich culture, breathtaking landscapes, and spiritual significance. This meticulously crafted itinerary promises an insightful exploration, combining the must-see sights with hidden gems.
Overview
Throughout your journey, you’ll be accompanied by insightful guides who will share their knowledge of Laos’ history, culture, and traditions. This 10-day itinerary provides a framework, but don’t hesitate to personalize it to create an unforgettable Laotian adventure that reflects your interests.
Itinerary
Upon arrival to Luang Prabang, our guide and driver will be waiting to provide transport to the hotel for check in.
Evening at Leisure
Get your hands and camera ready! we'll take you to LIVING LAND FARM, situated in an idyllic countryside setting surrounded by mountains in the middle of ancient rice terraces where you will learn how rice is grown on the farm, experience the life of a rice farmer and try your hand at some of the activities. Or just view it all from the comfort of our traditional Lao rice house terrace.
In the afternoon, we will then drive you through the Luang Prabang countryside to Kuang Si Waterfalls. Upon reaching Kuang Si Waterfall, enjoy the beautiful natural surroundings or explore the surrounding dense jungle on foot. For the adventurous, it is possible to walk to the top of the falls via a steep track where beautiful views await.
On the way back, make a stop at the unique Lao Buffalo Dairy Farm, a social enterprise that produces sustainable and delicious cheese while giving back to the community and environment.
We will then take you for some exercise to climb the 328 steps of Mount Phousi. At the summit, enjoy a beautiful sunset and panoramic views of the city below. After descending, there is a chance to explore the nearby evening hill tribe market before returning to the hotel.
Our guide will wake you up early for a very special dawn visit to witness the monks leaving their pagodas to receive offerings of food from Luang Prabang residents. It is a beautiful, serene ceremony that highlights the spiritualism of the Lao people. Visit morning market before returning to the hotel for breakfast.
After breakfast, visit Wat Visoun, the holiest temple of the city, followed by Wat Aham and Wat That, where the ashes of King Sisavang Vong are interred inside the large central stupa.
Continue to Wat Xieng Thong, the most photographed temple in Luang Prabang. Afterwards, visit former Royal Palace, now the National Museum, and continues on to Wat Mai, a temple renowned for its golden bas-relief. Next is Wat Sensoukarahm, built in 1718 boasting a dazzling golden façade.
we then will transfer you to visit living craft center where you will see how textile is made, you will have a chance to meet local artisans and weaving masters.
In the evening, enjoy the beauty of the Mekong and relax as our boat takes you along stunning sunset sceneries and Luang Prabang in night time.
After breakfast, begin the journey south towards Vang Vieng, which will take roughly 1 hour by train.
Arrive in Vang Vieng, a small town on the banks of the Nam Song River surrounded by spectacular limestone karst scenery.
we will escort you to traditional long-tail boat, enjoy scenery and people life along Nam Song River
Early Morning, we will hike Namxay Viewpoint, one of the best spot for one of Laos’s most breathtaking views. From the top, you will get unbeatable views of jagged limestone cliffs, lush forests and rice fields.
It’s time to explore Vang Vieng, starting with Tham Poukham' (Blue Lagoon) the amazing "Cave of the Golden Crab", Blue Lagoon, end up with kayaking along Nam song River.
After breakfast, We’ll then drive you to Vientiane, The capital of Laos!
The capital city of Laos, Vientiane, still feels like a sleepy city with relaxed charm, tree-lined boulevards, fascinating temples and colorful markets. Tour the many highlights of the city, including an open-air museum, Wat Xieng Khuan (Buddha Park). This is a collection of whimsical but compelling statues of Buddhist and Hindu gods.
Continue visit That Luang, a gleaming golden stupa which is perhaps the most important national monument in Laos; Ho Pha Keo, the formal royal temple, now a museum with beautiful examples of Buddhist sculpture; Wat Si Saket; Patuxai (Victory gate), a monumental arch inspired by the Arc de Triomphe, but executed with Lao motifs and Wat Si Muang. End your day at the Talaat Sao, or the "morning market (actually open all day), the best place to buy traditional Lao fabrics.
After breakfast, we will transfer you to Wattay International Airport for your onward flight to Pakse
Upon arrival to Pakse, our guide and driver will be waiting to provide transport to the hotel for check in.
Begin the day with a short orientation tour of Pakse, the most important town in southern Laos. Explore its colonial and Chinese-style buildings, in addition to its huge local market. After the city tour, depart for the Bolaven Plateau, a mountainous region home to dozens of hill tribes, waterfalls and coffee and tea plantations.
The first stops are at Tad Fane and Tad Yuang waterfalls. Tad Fane is a set of twin 120-meter-high waterfalls formed by the merging waters of the Champy and Pak Koot rivers. These impressive falls are situated on the edge of Dong Hua Sao protected area, 38km from Pakse.
On the drive back to Pakse, two stops will be made. The first stop is the visit of Tad Lo waterfalls, a beautiful formation of three separate falls. From the bridge guests will first see Tad Hang and then Tad Lo in the distance. The most impressive of the three, Tad Suong, is located a further 10km upriver.
The second stop is the small village of Ban Houay Houn, famous for its Katu textiles. Observe the village’s women weaving without a traditional loom, using their legs to stretch the fabric.
After breakfast, transfer by road to Wat Phou.
Recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, Wat Phou is a spectacular pre-Angkorian temple that sits amidst the rice fields and waterways of southern Laos. The temple was constructed in three levels: the bottom level is focused on the baray (water reservoir) and promenade, the second level features pavilions and galleries of carvings, and the top level is the sanctuary. The temple served as the most important economic and political centre of the region and still is one of the Lao people’s most revered temples.
Pass through Champasak, driving through streets lined with French colonial buildings, and stop for lunch in a local restaurant.
After lunch, continue on to Khong Island, the biggest island in Southern Laos and the start of the 4,000 Islands Region. Called “Siphandon” in Lao language, this area is where the Mekong stretches over 14km wide and houses thousands of islands between its cascades and rapids.
Depart at 08:00 for a full day exploring the 4000 Islands (Si Phan Don)
Travel first by car (around 45 minutes) to the village of Ban Nakasan. From here, take a local boat to the peaceful island of Don Khone, home to plantations and simple villages. Bicycles are the best way to explore the area, but a tuk-tuk can be arranged as well.
Visit the impressive Lippi falls, which are on the west of Don Khone, very close to the Cambodian border. Their original name, Tad Somphamit, means “trap spirit” and the locals revere these falls as they believe they act as a trap for bad spirits.
The islands played an important role during the French colonial rule as they linked Laos to Cambodia and southern Vietnam. To cross the waterfalls, a railway bridge was built, which now provides an excellent viewpoint for visitors.
Return to Ban Nakasan by boat and then transfer to the hotel in Pakse by car, arriving back in time for sunset.
After breakfast, transport will be provided back to Pakse airport for the onward flight.
Inclusions
- Accommodation
- English speaking guide
- Vehicle
- Domestic flight
- Train Ticket
- Boat Cruises
- Drinking Water
- Entrance fees
- Meals
Exclusions
- Visa fee
- Tip for guide and driver
- Optional activities
- Personal expenses
- Meals