Highlights of Laos
For those with just a short time but an appetite for adventure, visit just the highlights on this 7-day action packed tour. Explore Luang Prabang’s wealth of historical and cultural sights, participate in an alms giving ceremony, and cycle and kayak through the beautiful countryside.
Destinations
Destinations
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Luang Prabang
Sabaidi and welcome to Luang Prabang, the most beautiful town in Laos, famous for its blend of local and colonial culture and architecture.
Upon arrival to Luang Prabang Airport, our representative will transfer you to the charming hotel boutique accommodation. Appreciate the charm of this colonial-styled villa and spend the afternoon by the pool, or perhaps wander around the old streets of the small town to see Wat Xieng Thong, a black and red temple with lavish gold stenciling dating back to the 16th century, special for being one of the only temples that was not ransacked by Chinese mercenaries in the late 1800s.
Meals: No meals
Accommodation: Mekong Riverview Hotel
Day 2: Play with rescued elephants in Mandalao Elephant Conservation
Learn why Laos is called the land of a million elephants with a trip to the Mandalao Elephant Conservation just outside of Luang Prabang. Throughout the day, get up and close with the elephants as you feed, bathe, and play with them after a short training course from a Mahout.
Return to Luang Prabang by in the afternoon and have the evening at leisure. Perhaps check out the daily night market where you can peruse all the local handicrafts on display.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Mekong Riverview Hotel
Day 3: Swim in the Kuang Si Waterfalls and stop at Lao Whisky Village
Drive 1-hour south through the dense forest to visit the magical Kuang Si Waterfalls. Swim in the glowing waters and take some time to visit the Kuang Si Bear Rescue Center.
After a picnic lunch, return to Luang Prabang and board a slow boat to lazily journey up the river to Pak Ou Caves, stopping along the way to visit the Lao Whisky Village to see the process of how villagers make the potent Lau Lao, a special type of whiskey made from rice. Continue on to Pak Ou where a thousand Buddha images are kept. After visiting the cave, return downstream to Luang Prabang as the sun begins to set.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mekong Riverview Hotel
Day 4: Offer alms to monks in dusky saffron robes at Ban Vat Sean
Rise before the sun and take part in the iconic tradition of Luang Prabang, offering alms to a long line of monks in dusky saffron robes at Ban Vat Sean. The tradition of giving alms stems back to ancient times, with the idea to give without expecting anything in return.
Return to your hotel for breakfast before departing on a scenic drive to Vang Vieng. Along the way there are many opportunities to take photos and experience authentic encounter as we stop at markets and minority villages barely visited by international guests.
Arrive in the afternoon to the picturesque town of Vang Vieng. The rest of the afternoon and evening is free for your leisure to discover this quaint town and surrounding countryside independently.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Silver Naga Hotel
Day 5: Join interesting outdoor activities in Vang Vieng
Breathe in the fresh air as you gently cycle through rice paddies and around karst limestone formations that seem to just spring from the Earth in every direction. Visit the ethnic Khmu village and learn about the daily life of one of the many ethnic groups that exist here in Laos.
Enjoy a delicious, homemade lunch before stepping into your kayak and slowly paddling down the tranquil Nam Song River with its glorious rugged scenery. There is also a possibility to visit Tham None Cave, the biggest cave in Vang Vieng and historically important as it was used as a rescue shelter for villagers during the American-Vietnam War.
Return to Vang Vieng and enjoy the rest of your afternoon free for your leisure.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Silver Naga Hotel
Day 6: Visit Vientiane’s most important temples in an afternoon tour
Say good-bye to Vang Vieng and travel south to the capital of Laos, Vientiane. Surprisingly, this capital city is free of skyscrapers, traffic jams, and street vendors, making it seem more like a big village than a center for government.
Spend the afternoon visiting the city’s most important temples, such as Vat Visaket with its thousands of small Buddhas, Haw Phra Kaew, the home of the emerald Buddha before it was stolen by the Thai, and the historic Wat Pha That Luang, glimmering in gold over 44 m high.
The tour will finish at Patuxai, an arch resembling the French Arc de Triomphe but decorated with a classic Lao twist. The evening is free for you to explore the wide, tree-lined boulevards on your own.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Green Park Boutique Hotel
Day 7: Time to say good-bye
Enjoy a lazy morning with a delicious breakfast and then transfer to the airport for your onward travel arrangements.
Meals: Breakfast
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Why book this tour
- Plenty of time at each destination to relax and enjoy your surroundings
- Stay at boutique properties with charm and favorable customer reviews
- Hit all major highlights and main experiences in Laos
- Relaxed and slow-paced with more in-depth experiences
- Premium value at affordable prices
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General information
Hotel
Important notes
Services Included
- Shared accommodation in twin/double room with daily breakfast
- Tours as per itinerary with local English speaking guide
- All transfers and transportation with air-conditioned vehicles
- All boat trips as program
- All entrance fees as program
- Meals as indicated in the program
Services Excluded
- Airfares (international and domestic) and airport taxes
- Early check-in or late check-out
- Personal expenses & tips
- Meals other than mentioned in the program
- Visa fees, travel insurances
- Additional transfer required due to emergency situation
- All services which are not mentioned in “services included”
Services Included
- Shared accommodation in twin/double room with daily breakfast
- Tours as per itinerary with local English speaking guide
- All transfers and transportation with air-conditioned vehicles
- All boat trips as program
- All entrance fees as program
- Meals as indicated in the program
Services Excluded
- Airfares (international and domestic) and airport taxes
- Early check-in or late check-out
- Personal expenses & tips
- Meals other than mentioned in the program
- Visa fees, travel insurances
- Additional transfer required due to emergency situation
- All services which are not mentioned in “services included”
Silver Naga Hotel
Vang Vieng★★★★
Nestled along the river bank in the heart of Vang Vieng, Silver Naga Hotel welcomes guests with its magnificent mountain views, wild setting, and attentive care. The 50 rooms are outfitted with high-end facilities and service with a smile.
Green Park Boutique Hotel
Vientiane★★★★★
Boasting a combination of historic and modern elements, Green Park Hotel features classic Lao architecture in a relaxed setting. The hotel is equipped with convenient facilities and various choices of entertainment.
Mekong Riverview Hotel
Luang Prabang★★★★
Considered as one of the most charming accommodation in Luang Prabang, Satri House is the ideal place to lay your head especially if you are on your honeymoon. The hotel provides the utmost of comfort with high-quality amenities in its 28 rooms and 3 suites.
About this tour
- Laos is less developed than many other Southeast Asian countries. The roads can be bumpy and delays are common. A little bit of patience will go a long way towards your enjoyment of this beautiful country
- This trip includes soft adventure activities on days 3 and 5 with cycling, gentle hikes, and kayaking tours. Terrain can be uneven, muddy or loose underfoot. Although these activities are possible for most travellers, a moderate level of fitness and a comfortable pair of shoes will help increase your enjoyment of this experience
- Laos is a conservative country so take care to pack loose, lightweight, long clothing to be respectful and keep cool in the predominantly hot climate
- An airport arrival and departure transfer is included. Please provide your flight details at the time of booking, or at a minimum of 15 days prior to travel
- This package requires a visa to Laos
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