Routing:
Vientiane >> Vang Vieng >> Luang Prabang >> Pak Ou >> Khouangsy >> Luang Prabang
This itinerary offers a journey through the contrasting yet equally charming sides of Laos. Get a glimpse into the modern Lao life in the laid-back capital of Vientiane, explore the dramatic limestone karst mountains in Vang Vieng , before ending the journey at Luang Prabang, known for its unique blend of traditional Lao architecture and European colonial influence. Great for first-time visitors to Laos.
Trip Highlights
- See Vientiane's iconic structures like the Pha That Luang stupa and Patouxai Monument
- Stroll through the captivating Xieng Khouane Buddha Park
- Explore the limestone caves of Vang Vieng
- Take a traditional riverboat cruise up the Mekong River to the sacred Pak Ou Caves
- Find serenity at the picturesque Khouangsy Waterfall
- Admire Luang Prabang's most iconic temple Vat Xieng Thong
- Watch the sunset from the top of Phousi Hill
Upon arrival to Vientiane Airport, transfer to your hotel for check-in. Spend the rest of the day free at leisure.
*Note: Early check-in subject to hotel's availability at point of arrival.
Overnight in Vientiane.
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After breakfast, spend a full day touring Vientiane, the capital of Laos. Start at Ho Phrakeo, home to the Emerald Buddha, one of Lao’s most sacred Buddhist relics. Stop by Vat Sisaket, also known as the Buddha Museum as it has over 10,000 buddha statues in niches.
Continue to Talat Sao, a morning market in the heart of the city. A popular destination for locals and tourists alike, one can find goods ranging from fresh produce and street food to handicrafts and souvenirs. Proceed to the nearby Patouxai, dedicated to those who fought in the struggle for independence from France.
In the afternoon, see Pha That Luang, a 45-meter tall gold-covered Buddhist stupa, before heading to the Xieng Khouane Buddha Park. The park is a captivating sight, adorned with numerous Buddha statues in various poses and sizes, some reaching up to 25 meters in height.
Return to hotel and overnight in Vientiane.
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Breakfast in hotel and drive towards Vang Vieng [approx. 130km // 3hr drive].
Along the way, visit a minority market, where ethnic groups like Hmong and other tribes come to sell their products.
Vang Vieng is famous for its stunning limestone mountains. After arriving in the afternoon, take a short climb up to visit some of these limestone Tham cave formations. Take the opportunity to enjoy the stunning views over the valley.
Overnight in Vang Vieng.
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Today, depart for Luang Prabang on a leisurely drive through an astonishing landscape of limestone karst. Visit a few villages enroute.
Check in to hotel upon arrival and overnight in Luang Prabang.
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After breakfast, visit Vat Xieng Thong, regarded as the most beautiful temple in Luang Prabang with low sweeping roofs.
Next, board a 2-hour traditional riverboat cruise up the Mekong River to Pak Ou. Upon arrival, explore the sacred caves of Tham Ting (lower cave) and Tham Phoum (upper cave), and is home to thousands of Buddha statues.
Along the way, visit Xang Hai Village, known for its sticky rice whiskey production, a homemade alcohol integral to Lao culture and used in important blessing ceremonies like weddings. Continue by road to Ban Xang Khong, another village nearby, also known as the 'Paper Village'. Here, one can catch a glimpse of how paper products are made from mulberry tree bark.
Return to hotel and overnight in Luang Prabang.
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Breakfast in hotel and set off on an excursion to the picturesque Khouangsy Falls. Admire the three-tier waterfall with its striking turquoise-blue pools, nestled in lush rainforest. Visit some hill tribe villages along the way.
Afterwards, return to Luang Prabang and visit the National Museum (formerly the Royal Palace) and see its collection of personal artifacts of the Lao Royal Family. Continue to Vat Mai Temple, the residence of a Buddhist patriarch until 1975. Finally, ascend Phousi Hill for an outstanding view of the former royal capital and the Mekong River.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
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Spend the morning free at leisure until time for check-out and transfer to Luang Prabang Airport for your onward flight.
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End of itinerary.
- Early check-in and late check-out is subject to hotel's availability.
- Itinerary sequence may be altered without prior notice in the event of weather disruption and/or other unforeseen circumstances.
- All prices indicated are valid at point of quotation, and are subject to change based on final travel dates, availability at point of booking, and any other add-ons or customisation to the base package.
- Air and train tickets (where applicable) are subject to availability at point of tour confirmation, which may result in adjustments to the original itinerary.
- Proposed accommodation options are subject to availability based on actual travel dates. In case of non-availability, an alternative accommodation at a similar or superior hotel will be secured. Rate adjustments (if any) will be communicated and applied accordingly.
- In case of any currency fluctuations or amendment in local government taxes / fuel hike, etc., tour fares may be revised accordingly.
- Upon acceptance of quotation, we will require a clear copy of each traveller's passport to lock in bookings.
- You are strongly advised to purchase travel insurance prior to travel.
- Please refer to the FAQs section for payment and cancellation terms.
Inclusions & Exclusions
What’s Covered
- 6 nights' accommodation on twin-sharing basis
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transportation in air-conditioned vehicle as indicated in itinerary
- All sightseeing entrance fees as specified
- Private boat cruise as indicated in itinerary
- English-speaking guide service
- Drinking water with towel
What’s Not Covered
- International airfare (Singapore >> Vientiane // Luang Prabang >> Singapore) and accompanying taxes & fees
- Single supplement applicable for each single room required
- Any other meals, activities, admission fees and other items not indicated in itinerary
- Tips or gratuities for guide(s) and driver(s)
- Visa fees and travel insurance (where required)
- Any personal and miscellaneous expenses
- Any other services not mentioned in the above inclusions
A: The best time to visit Vientiane and Luang Prabang within one trip is during November to February when the weather is cool and dry, offering pleasant temperatures, sunny skies, ideal conditions for Mekong cruises.
A. Absolutely! Feel free to let us know if you’d like to extend your trip to another city before/after the base itinerary, or if there’s any place or activity that you’d like to include or omit – customised tours are what we specialise in.
A: No, our land-tour package rates do not include flights, to also allow our customers to customise their trip based on choice of airline, travel dates and flight routing, etc.
A. All tour fares are quoted in Singapore Dollars (SGD).
A. Visa requirements vary across different nationalities and are constantly changing. You may refer to this third-party website for more information. Should you require a visa to travel to Laos, we highly recommend completing the visa application prior to departure.
A. Fill in and submit the form below with details on your trip request, as well as any questions or customisation requests you might have, such as rooming configurations, pre/post-extension to/from another city, etc. Our friendly team will send you a quotation via email within 3 working days from your submission of request.
A. Of course! Even if your desired travel dates fall outside of the validity period shown in the Tour Fare table, simply indicate your choice of departure date in the Departure Date field of the enquiry form, and we will provide you with a quotation based on your customised travel period.
A. >> 50% deposit to lock in booking upon acceptance of quotation.
>> Remaining tour fare upon confirmation of all trip arrangements.
A. >> Within 45 days prior to departure: Non-refundable
>> More than 45 days prior to departure: Total amount paid less non-refundable service fee of $80 per person less any amount that has already been paid to any supplier upon service confirmation.
