Visit the former kingdoms of Luang Prabang, Vientiane and Champassak, which used to make up the Lane Xang Kingdom before the French colonial times. Embrace this unique opportunity to experience Lao culture and traditions with very hands-on experiences and activities, hosted by local, passionate people. What's not to enjoy? Your fun-filled and exciting trip to Laos starts right here! ...
Visit the former kingdoms of Luang Prabang, Vientiane and Champassak, which used to make up the Lane Xang Kingdom before the French colonial times. Embrace this unique opportunity to experience Lao culture and traditions with very hands-on experiences and activities, hosted by local, passionate people. What's not to enjoy? Your fun-filled and exciting trip to Laos starts right here!
The itinerary has been created by our local agency with one idea in mind: to inspire you. Every element can be adapted to your needs and interests, from duration to accommodation and activities.
Off and running... • Meet your Lao English-speaking guide and transfer to your hotel for check-in • Ascend Phou Si Hill, offering stunning views over the Mekong, rivers, and mountain ranges • Once back at ground level, stop at the awakening Hmong Night Market
A busy day ahead... • Explore Luang Prabang, visiting The National Museum, formerly the Royal Palace • Visit Vat Mai's Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre depicting Laos‘ rich ethnic diversity • Embark on a private slow boat cruise on the Mekong, towards the Pak Ou Caves
Hands-on experience... • Ms Chailee, a skilled seamstress, teaches others about the importance of recycling • Join a Natural Dyes Class in an introduction to silkworms and silk types • Enjoy sunset views from the backyard of Vat Pra Bat Thai, almost at level with the Mekong River
Local cultural heritage... • Spend a morning on a community-based living rice farm in the idyllic countryside • Visit local handicraft stalls and workshops for bamboo, blacksmith and sugarcane techniques • Kuang Si is a good place to get more familiar with national flower species
More hands-on experiences... • Chat with monks and witness a light initiation to Vipassana Meditation • Finish off the morning with a traditional Lao stencil workshop with Anousith • Meet Mr Khampuiy, a traditional sticky rice farmer and a blacksmith
The elephant in the room... • Visit the Elephant Village Camp • Lunch at Elephant Camp restaurant, then bathe an elephant down at the Nam Khan River • Boat trip to Tad Sae Waterfall to relax, dip your feet in or swim in the clear water
A day of cycling... • Cycle downhill to the boat docking station, crossing the Mekong River to Ban Xieng Man • Cycle to Ban Na Kham, known for growing sugar cane and cooking sticky rice in bamboo • Journey across Mekong River on a fishing boat, docking in downtown Luang Prabang
Local traditional rites... • Take a Tuk-Tuk to the peninsula, to an alms giving ceremony of the monks • This ancient ritual of collecting food from worshippers is locally known as “Tak Bat • Learn the secrets of Lao cuisine with a cooking class by Burasari
A full day of sight-seeing... • Begin the morning viewing Vat Sisaket, which shelters hundreds of Buddha statues in its walls • Continue to Ho Phra Keo, now used as a religious museum • View the Patuxai Monument and enjoy a panoramic view over the city from the rooftop
So much to see... • Head for the Buddha Park, known as the Vat Xieng Khuan to the locals • Stop en route at the Lao Disabled Women's Development Centre • Drive to Tha Ngon where you'll enjoy lunch on a bamboo cruise boat along the Nam Ngum River
Natural beauty... • Take a provided packed breakfast and transfer to the airport for your flight to Paksé • Your guide will show you the Bolaven Plateau waterfalls and ethnic villages along the way • Continue towards Paksong and visit ethnic villages and a Mulberry farm
Historical influence... • Visit Vat Phou, the second UNESCO World Heritage site in the Lao PDR • Best-preserved examples of Khmer architecture, some 200 years older than Angkor Wat • Lunch at Inthira’s restaurant in Champassak before heading back to your hotel
A day of leisure... • Breakfast at the resort and free day at leisure • Guide and vehicle are at disposal around Champassak if necessary • Head to Champasak Spa to pamper yourself support a local cause
Thank you for coming... • Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, then rest until your transfer to the airport in Paksé • We will assist with luggage and with formalities if necessary • Thank you for visiting Laos, we hope to see you again soon
Luang Prabang ProvincePak OuKouangxi Water FallVientianeBan ThangonPakxeChampassakVat Phou
Price details
This tour idea is fully customisable
The price reflects this specific tour itinerary and is designed to give you an idea of the budget required for this destination. Throughout the trip-planning process, our local agency will tailor your itinerary around your budget.
Approx. £1,890 / 14 days
Excluding international flights
For 2
For 4
Single Supplement
Price per person
£1,890
£1,610
£560
Included in price:
Accommodation at selected hotels when available, based on twin/double occupancy with daily breakfast (Single occupants must add the single supplement)
Ground transportation in private A/C vehicles or as stated in the program, by Tuk-Tuk for instance
Meals as indicated in the itinerary
Local Lao English-speaking licensed guides
All entrance fees as mentioned in the program
All activities as stated in the program
Private boat cruise as mentioned
All permissions and local taxes
Refreshing tissues and drinking water during overland transportation
Domestic flight (LPQ – VTE, VTE – PKZ). Airfare and timing subject to change without prior notice from the airlines and authorities. 20 Kg luggage allowance, Economy class
Not included in price:
Visas and stamps in Laos: tourist visas are available at the border for most nationalities (30 US$ to 45 US$ per person depending on nationality to be cleared on the spot in cash + one passport sized picture + eventual overtime fees; passport must be valid at least 6 months beyond travelling dates (Subject to change without prior notice from the local authorities)
Intercontinental flights and taxes
Drinks, tips and personal expenses
Travel insurances of any kind
Luggage handling
Tips to drivers, guides, porters and waiters: we recommend you consider 5$/person/day, to be handed according to your satisfaction
Any other services and meals not mentioned in the proposal
Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond the control of the local agent
Banking fees
Book your flights to Laos
International flights are not included in this trip. Thanks to our partnership with Option Way, you can take advantage of booking your flights directly with your local agent.
Check out the many benefits:
Competitive rates
All-inclusive prices with no hidden fees
Kham, in Laos will inform you of any changes to your flights
