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8-Day Highlights of Laos

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Overview

Explore the highlights of Laos from Vientiane on this exciting tour!

Beginning in Vientiane, the capital of Laos, you'll spend a few days learning about this city which is still very much influenced by the French colonial period. You'll explore the surroundings of the city, visiting small villages and trekking through the jungle on an orchid hike with two expert guides.

Next, the day will come to travel to the small town of Vang Vieng, embedded in bizarre limestone mountains on the banks of the Nam Song River. Outdoor enthusiasts will be in their element as you spend a couple of days exploring the surroundings of Vang Vieng by bike and longboat.

Moving on, you'll head to Luang Prabang, where you'll explore the city and it's many temples, trek to Kuang Si Waterfall, visit the Bear Sanctuary and enjoy a traditional Laotian BBQ dinner to mark your final night!
Outdoors & Nature
Hiking & Trekking
Cycling
Sightseeing
Adventure
Culture & Arts

Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Laos' Vientiane!

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Welcome to Laos' Vientiane!

You will be met by your tour guide at Vientiane International Airport and transferred to your hotel. Vientiane is the capital and the largest city of Laos. It is located on the Mekong and is still very much influenced by the French colonial period. After checking in, you'll have the rest of the afternoon and evening free to spend as you wish.

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    Accommodation

    Ansara Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    VientianeOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Vientiane International to Ansara Hôtel

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    Destinations

    Vientiane

Day 2

Picnic in Ban Hatkay, Orchid Trek & Waterfall Tour

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Picnic in Ban Hatkay, Orchid Trek & Waterfall Tour

This morning, you'll leave your hotel early and drive two hours to Ban Hatkhay village where two local tour guides will welcome you with a picnic. You will then drive to Pha Say, where your hike starts over small paths through the dense jungle. On a four to five hour trek, you'll explore the forest and let the two orchid experts explain everything to you. After another picnic, you'll take a dip in Tad Sae waterfall before returning to Vientiane in the early evening.

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    Accommodation

    Ansara Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Orchid Trek in Vientiane

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Ansara Hôtel to Hat Khay

    Private Driver from Tat Sae Waterfalls to Vientiane

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Vientiane

    Bolikhamsai Province

Day 3

Travel from Vientiane to Vang Vieng

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Travel from Vientiane to Vang Vieng

You'll have the opportunity to explore the city on your own this morning. In the afternoon, leave Vientiane behind and drive to the small town of Vang Vieng, which is about 160 kilometres away through stunning mountain countryside. It lies embedded in limestone mountains on the banks of the Nam Song River. Apart from the scenery, Vang Vieng has a lot of adventurous activities to offer, so outdoor enthusiasts will get their money's worth. You'll have the rest of the afternoon and evening free.

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    Accommodation

    Saksiri Riverside Boutique Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    VientianeOptional Activity

    Vang Vieng

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Vientiane to Vang Vieng

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Vientiane

    Vang Vieng

Day 4

Explore the Surroundings of Vang Vieng by Bike & Longboat Ride

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Explore the Surroundings of Vang Vieng by Bike & Longboat Ride

After breakfast, you will cross the Nam Song and cycle to Tham Phou Kham Cave. The ascent to the entrance of Tham Phou Kham Cave is rewarded with great views. Next to the cave is the Blue Lagoon, where you can take a dip. Then, you'll visit the Hmong village Ban Naxom to get to know the culture of the locals. On the way back to Vang Vieng, you'll visit Tam Chang Cave. In the evening, you will board a longboat and go up the Nam Son to observe life along the shore.

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    Accommodation

    Saksiri Riverside Boutique Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Explore the Surroundings of Vang Vieng by Bicycle

    Tham Chang

    Longboat Ride on the Nam Song River

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    Transportations

    Bicycle from Vang Vieng to Khan Kham Cave "Entrance" (Bike Parking & Guides)

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Vang Vieng

    Vientiane Province

Day 5

Travel from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang

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Travel from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang

Today, you'll leave Vang Vieng behind and drive north to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Luang Prabang. The journey leads through beautiful mountain landscapes. On the way, you will stop to visit some villages of the Hmong ethnic group. After a five to six-hour drive, you'll finally reach the heart of Laos, Luang Prabang. You'll then have the rest of the afternoon and evening free to explore.

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    Accommodation

    The Sanctuary Hotel Luang Prabang3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Luang Prabang

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Vang Vieng

    Luang Prabang

Day 6

Trek to Kuang Si Waterfall & Visit the Bear Sanctuary

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Trek to Kuang Si Waterfall & Visit the Bear Sanctuary

From Luang Prabang, you'll travel to the village of Long Lao where you will get to know the way of life of the native Hmong and Khmu people and start your trekking tour. The path leads you over fields and mountains to a cave, which served the locals during the second Indochina war. Once you arrive at the waterfall, you can take a dip in the pools. Afterwards, you can explore the Kuang Si Sanctuary, where bears live in a protected environment. In the afternoon, you'll drive back to Luang Prabang.

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    Accommodation

    The Sanctuary Hotel Luang Prabang3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Trek to Kuang Si Waterfall

    Kuang Si Waterfall

    Tat Kuang Si Bear Rescue Centre

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Luang Prabang to Ban Long

    Private Driver from Tat Kuang Si Bear Rescue Centre to Luang Prabang

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Luang Prabang

    Luang Prabang Province

Day 7

Luang Prabang City Tour by Bike & Traditional Laotian BBQ Dinner

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Luang Prabang City Tour by Bike & Traditional Laotian BBQ Dinner

Today you will explore Luang Prabang by bike. You'll visit the temples Wat Visoun, Wat Aham, Wat Xieng Thong, Wat Mai and Wat Phra Buddabhat, as well as the national museum and finally, you'll climb the Phou Si Mountain. The view of the city and the confluence of Nam Khan and Mekong is simply magnificent. In the evening, you will be served a traditional Laotian BBQ (Sindat) for your final night.

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    Accommodation

    The Sanctuary Hotel Luang Prabang3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Wat Visoun

    Wat Aham

    Wat Xiengthong

    Wat Mai

    Royal Palace Museum

    Mount Phousi

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    Restaurants

    Traditional Laotian BBQ Dinner

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    Transportations

    Bicycle from The Sanctuary Hotel Luang Prabang to Luang Prabang

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Luang Prabang

Day 8

Departure from Luang Prabang

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Departure from Luang Prabang

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport of Luang Prabang. Unfortunately, you have to say goodbye to Laos now.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from The Sanctuary Hotel Luang Prabang to Luang Prabang Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Luang Prabang

Included in Price

  • 7 nights accommodation
  • 14 activities
  • 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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