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The Best Laos Tour for the First-time Travelers

Take your time to explore the essence of Laos in this 11-day trip, you will be completely obsessed with this intriguing country, for its majestic religious architectures, dramatic waterfalls, breathtaking river islands, mesmerizing countryside, wonderful nature activities like kayaking and river cruising.

In addition to traditional top sights, you will also discover the hidden charm of Laos.
Travel Route: Luang Prabang - Vang Vieng - Vientiane - Pakse
Day: 11
Best for: First-timers
Tour Type: Escorted private tour with personal tour guide and vehicle
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We Live in this Country:
The specialist who designs this trip have lived in this country for several years, in some cases, born here. Our first-hand knowledge will help you have an authentic experience, making the most of your vaction.
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We guarantee 100% deposite refund during the pandemic, and provide 24/7 emergency service during the trip.

Highlights

Explore Laos' famous UNESCO World Heritage Site, Luang Prabang

Visit the wonderful Royal Palace Museum, Wat Xieng Thong, Wat Aham and other Buddshist temples, and discover Pak Ou Cave and Kuang Si Waterfalls.

Visit the stunning mountain town of Vang Vieng

Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Vang Vieng while explore various featured caves and do kayaking along the Nam Song river.

Get to know Laos’s capital, Vientiane

Visit the iconic temples and landmarks of Laos including Wat Si Saket, Patuxai Monument, Pha That Luang etc.

Discover the highlight of the scenic Bolaven Plateau

Visit the famous Tad Fane Waterfalls, learn about tea and coffee growing while visit a plantation, and meet local ethnic minorities.

Cruise along the tranquil 4000 Islands

Visit Don Khong island, Khone Phapheng Falls and appreciate the breathtaking scenery along Mekong River.

Mount Phousi
Elephant Cave
Khone Phapheng Falls

Tour Itinerary

 
Day 1: Luang Prabang Arrival
Welcome to Luang Prabang!
Upon arrival, our guide will meet you at Luang Prabang International Airport and take you to your hotel. The rest of the day is for you to take a good rest or have a leisure walk around to have a glimpse of the city.
Stay overnight in Luang Prabang.
Day 2: Luang Prabang Tour
Today you will spend a full day exploring the city of Luang Prabang. After breakfast, you will first visit the Royal Palace Museum, where you can see many interesting artifacts, such as traditional costumes, jewelry, ornaments, rare furniture, etc.
Then, you will visit Wat Xieng Thong, which is the most famous and beautiful temple in Luang Prabang. Built-in 1560, the temple is a distillation of the ancient temple architecture style. Here, you can appreciate the classical Laotian aesthetics up close, from the roofs sweeping low to the ground to the gold pillars carved with patterns.
After that, you will move on to the Wat Wisunarat Temple and Wat Aham with impressive stupas.
In the afternoon, you will head to the Arts and Ethnology Centre to learn more about Laos’ ethnic cultures and continue to visit the weaving villages of Ban Xiengkhong and Ban Xienglek.
Later, you will get back to the city and visit Wat Mai before climbing up Mount Phousi. You will be indulged in the sunset view of the city and the Mekong River.
At night, you can explore the Night Market, where you will find kinds of handmade textiles, homemade handicrafts, etc.
Stay overnight in Luang Prabang.
Royal Palace now is the National Museum in Luang Prabang.
Day 3: Luang Prabang
Before breakfast at the hotel, you will first partake in a Morning Alms (Sai Bat) on the street.
Then, after having breakfast, you will go to take a 2-hour boat trip along the Mekong River to the Pak Ou Cave. En route, you will not only enjoy the scenery along the Mekong River but also see how the locals lead their life at the riverside.
Later, you will explore the Pak Ou Cave, where a number of gold lacquered Buddha statues are.
The last site for today is Kuang Si Waterfalls. You can enjoy the natural scenery, take some exciting outdoor activities, or just relax in the park.
After the tour, you will be transferred back to the city.
Stay overnight in Luang Prabang.
The stunning natural scenery of Kuang Si Waterfalls.
Day 4: Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng
After the breakfast in the morning, you will leave Luang Prabang and head to Vang Vieng. It takes about 5 to 6 hours to drive from Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng. Upon your arrival, you can have a good rest in the hotel.
Stay overnight in Vang Vieng.
Day 5: Vang Vieng Tour
Vang Vieng is a wonderful place where you can enjoy the impressive countryside scenery of Laos, and there are a lot of interesting things to do here.
After breakfast, you will first go to visit the Tham Xang (Elephant Cave). It is a temple cave and is named after a huge stalagmite resembling an elephant inside. Pilgrims visit the site every year to pray for good health.
Then visit Tham Jang Cave, which is one of the most famous caves in Vang Vieng. It was once an army bunker in the early 19th century. To get into the cave, you will take a walk up a steep set of steps, but it is worth the effort.
After lunch, you will enjoy kayaking along the Nam Song river. The Nam Song River at Vang Vieng is home to some of the most fascinating scenery in Laos. You can spend a relaxing time along the gentle waves, enjoy the beautiful scenery around.
And the rest of the day is free at leisure, you can take a short stroll down to the river bank to enjoy the sunset.
Stay overnight in Vang Vieng.
Spectacular view of Tham Jang Cave
Day 6: Vang Vieng to Vientiane
In the morning, your guide will pick you up and take you to Vientiane, the capital of Laos. It takes about 4 hours to reach Vientiane by van from Vang Vieng.
On the way, you will visit the traditional Hmong village at KM 52 and the archaeological site of Vang Xang, which was a Buddhist sanctuary during the 11th century. You will also visit the fishing village of Ban Houy Mo, and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
After arriving in Vientiane, you can have a good rest in your hotel, or stroll around to explore the local restaurants, evening markets etc.
Stay overnight in Vientiane.
The archaeological site of Vang Xang
Day 7: Vientiane Tour
Today, you will take a full-day trip in Vientiane. You will first go to visit the famous Wat Si Saket, which is the oldest temple in Vientiane. The temple was completed in 1818, and have a collection of more than 2,000 ceramic and silver Buddha images. Then travel to the spectacular Patuxai Monument, which is a large victory arch, marking the independence of Laos from French colonial rule.
After that, you will move on to Pha That Luang, a 45 meter high gold-covered Buddhist stupa and the national symbol of Laos. It is built in 16th century, and has a history of more than 450 years.
The final visit of the day will be the COPE Visitor Centre. Laos is one of the most heavily bombed countries in the world. And the COPE Visitor Centre teach visitors to Laos about the rehabilitation process for people injured by unexploded ordnance hidden in the Lao countryside.
Stay overnight in Vientiane.
Wat Si Saket, the oldest temple in Laos.
Day 8: Vientiane to Pakse; Bolaven Plateau Sightseeing
After breakfast, you will take a flight to Pakse, the most important city in southern Laos. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a scenic drive of about 45 minutes to the region of Bolaven Plateau.
Bolaven Plateau is a famous for its beautiful scenery, spectacular waterfalls, ethnic villages as well as coffee farms. The climate here is cool, as the plateau’s elevation is between 1000 and 1350 meters.
First you will go to visit the famous Tad Fane Waterfalls, which falls an impressive 120 meters. It is located in the Dong Hua Sao Nature Reserve. Then continue to the Tad Champi and Tad Yeung waterfalls, which are 42 meters high and are surrounded by lush vegetation.
After that go to a tea and coffee plantation, to enjoy a fresh cup of coffee and meet local ethnic minorities.
At the end of the day, you will be transferred back to Pakse for night stay. If time permits, you can also freely explore the city streets and local markets in Pakse.
Stay overnight in Pakse.
Visit the famous Tad Fane Waterfalls
Day 9: Pakse to Don Khong
Today, you will leave Pakse and travel to Don Khong following the Mekong River. On the way, you will stop to visit the Wat Phou, which is a ruined Khmer temple with more than 1000 years of history. It has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2001.
Then continue your journey to Don Khong, also known Khong Island, the largest island in Southern Laos and the start of the 4,000 Islands. Upon arrival, you will take a local boat to Don Khone, which is a peaceful island and the place you spend the night today.
Overnight in Don Khong.
Wat Phou is a remarkably well-preserved complex.
Day 10: 4000 Islands Tour; Don Khong to Pakse
Today, you will explore the famous Four Thousand Islands, also known as Si Phan Don in Lao. As the names suggests, it is comprised of lots of tiny islands that scattered in the vast Mekong Delta. Many of the islands are too tiny and inhabited, and the four main islands to visit are Don Khong, Don Som, Don Det, and Don Khon.
You will take a boat and cruise along the Mekong River, to leisurely explore this picturesque place. There are a number of pristine beaches, temples on these islands, as well as a series of waterfalls and rapids.
You will visit the impressive Khone Phapheng Falls, which is the widest waterfall in the world and the largest waterfall in Southeast Asia.
After today’s sightseeing, you will head back to Pakse from Don Khong, to spend your night.
Overnight in Pakse.
Four Thousand Islands
Day 11: Pakse Departure
Say goodbye to Laos!
You are free to arrange your time before taking the scheduled transfer to the airport.
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Service Included

Private English-speaking tour guide
All entrance ticket fees for sightseeing listed in the itinerary
Private van for land transportation
Meals as specified in the itinerary
Hotel accommodation
Governmental taxes

Service Excluded

International air tickets
Visa Handling fee, visa stamp fee
Meals as not listed in the itinerary
Tips and gratitude to the guide and driver
Surcharge for public holidays (if any)
Personal expenses, like laundry, phone call, snacks, soft drinks, etc.

Laos Travel Restriction

Please make sure you have applied for a Laos tourist visa. You can apply for a visa through your local Lao Embassy or you can choose to apply for a visa on arrival. When you request a quote, our professional local travel consultant will provide you with more detailed guidance on the visa application for Laos.

Visa-free countries for Laos include Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Japan, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Brunei, and Myanmar.

Laos is currently open for travel to visitors from all over the world. You can enter the country as long as you are vaccinated and have a negative antigen COVID-19 test result. A health declaration form and appropriate documents need to be filled out online in advance.

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