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5-Day Laos Tour: Luang Prabang to Vientiane by Train

Mount Phousi
Mount Phousi
Sunset On Nam Song River
Sunset On Nam Song River
National Museum of Luang Prabang
National Museum of Luang Prabang
National Museum of Luang Prabang
National Museum of Luang Prabang
Crown Plaza
Crown Plaza
Salana Boutique Hotel
Salana Boutique Hotel
Wat Sene
Wat Sene
Wat Xieng Thong
Wat Xieng Thong
Luang Prabang- Vientiane By Express Train
Luang Prabang- Vientiane By Express Train
Villa Chitdara
Villa Chitdara
Lao Orchid Hotel
Lao Orchid Hotel
Pak Ou cave
Pak Ou cave
Pakou Caves
Pakou Caves
Tham Phoukham Caves
Tham Phoukham Caves
Kuangsy Waterfalls
Kuangsy Waterfalls
Buddha Park
Buddha Park
Wat Sisaket
Wat Sisaket
Mount Phousi
Sunset On Nam Song River
National Museum of Luang Prabang
National Museum of Luang Prabang
Crown Plaza
Salana Boutique Hotel
Wat Sene
Wat Xieng Thong
Luang Prabang- Vientiane By Express Train
Villa Chitdara
Lao Orchid Hotel
Pak Ou cave
Pakou Caves
Tham Phoukham Caves
Kuangsy Waterfalls
Buddha Park
Wat Sisaket

This 5-day Laos tour takes you on a scenic and cultural journey from the heritage-rich town of Luang Prabang to the relaxed capital of Vientiane. Cruise the Mekong River to visit the sacred Pak Ou Caves, cool off in the turquoise pools of Kuang Si Waterfalls, and marvel at limestone caverns in Vang Vieng. Traveling by express train, you’ll experience the blend of Buddhist heritage, ethnic village life, and stunning landscapes that define Laos. Ideal for travelers seeking a short but rich itinerary combining history, nature, and authentic local encounters

Tours Itinerary

Day: 01

Day 1. Arrival – Luang Prabang

Upon arrival, you will be met by our staff and transferred to your centrally located hotel. Luang Prabang is perhaps the best-preserved traditional city in Southeast Asia. The tranquility and charm of this town with its splendid natural scenery and cultural sights make it one of the most delightful places to visit in Laos. After a short rest, we’ll  visit to The National Museum at the former Royal Palace, which displays a lovely collection of artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture throughout the ages and Wat Mai; we then climb up to the top of Mount Phousi to explore the sacred, gilded stupa as well as capture a beautiful view of the city and the Mekong River at sunset. From there, we visit the Night Market, where you can browse through a lovely selection of handmade textiles. Overnight in Luang Prabang          

Accommodation: Included

Meal: Dinner

Day: 02

Day 2. Luang Prabang – Pak Ou cave- Kuangsy waterfalls

Today, we enjoy a short-guided tour of the city’s oldest temple, Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xieng Thong where you can see the impressive “tree of life” mosaic set in colored glass. We then board an upstream cruise on the Mekong River, which gives us a panoramic view of the tranquil countryside. We’ll make sure to stop at the Pak Ou Caves, sanctuaries consisting of two large caverns, both repositories for thousands of Buddha images. We will also stop at a few villages during the day, including Ban Muangkeo where the local rice wine is produced

In the afternoon, we head out of town 30km to the beautiful Kuang Sy Fall. En route, stop to visit some ethnic minority villages and see how these colorful people live. We then continue to the beautiful Kuangsy Waterfalls where you can swim in the turquoise pools or walk along forest paths. Overnight in Luang Prabang

Accommodation: Included

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Day: 03

Day 3. Luang Prabang–Vang Vieng (Express Train/C91 11.40 12.32)

After breakfast, we catch an express train to Vang Vieng, a small and tranquil town nestled on a bend of the Nam Song River.  After check into your hotel, we explore the famous caves of Tham Jang, which was once used by the local people as a hideout from Chinese invaders. Today ends with a superb sunset panorama reflecting over the Nam Song River. Overnight in Vang Vieng

Accommodation: Included

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Day: 04

Day 4. Vang Vieng – Tham Phoutham – Vientiane (Express Train/C81 14.49- 15.45)

After breakfast, we take a drive through paddy fields to the Tham Phoukham caves, the country’s beautiful and famous limestone caverns surrounded by forest. Along the way, you will meet local villagers and learn about their daily lifestyle. There is a small natural pool in front of the caves where you can swim and refresh yourself from the heat. After spending the day at the caves and the surrounding area, we make our return to Vang Vieng and catch the train to Vientiane.  On arrival at in the capital, you will be met by our staff and transferred to your hotel. Vientiane is a charming and fascinating place, with an interesting mix of Lao, Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese, French, and American influences. After a short rest, an orientation walk is a pleasant way to spend the day, strolling around some of the city’s most historical sites and seeing some of the French colonial architecture. We’ll bask in the sunset by the Mekong Riverside and continue to explore until the late evening. Overnight in Vientiane.

Accommodation: Included

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Day: 05

Day 5. Vientiane- Departure

Today, we start visiting the major city sights; including Wat Sisaket, the country’s oldest temple, with thousands of miniature Buddha statues and the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo. En route to the famous That Luang Stupa, you will have the opportunity to take some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument, which is well known as Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph.

(If time permits) We visit the Morning Market and the weaving village of Ban Nong Bouathong. The tour ends after your transfer to the airport for departure.

Accommodation: N/A

Meal: N/A

Included in this Price:

  • Private air-conditioned transportation
  • Accommodation with BRF on double/twin share
  • Train ticket Vientiane – Luang Prabang
  • Private boat trip as stated in above sights
  • English speaking guide
  • Admission fee to indicated sights
  • Meals: lunch or dinner as mentioned (foods only)
  • Government tax and service charge
  • Drinking water & Tissue

Excluded in the price

  • Visa stamping fee
  • International & domestic flights
  • Travel Insurance in all kinds
  • Meals: lunch or dinner where not stated
  • Tip, drinks, personal expenses and others
  • Surcharge for Christmas, new year and public holidays
Hotel VIENTIANE VANG VIENG LUANGPRABANG
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4* Salana Boutique (Superior room) Inthira Vang Vieng (Superior) Le Belair Resort (Ganier room)
5* Crown Plaza (Standard room) Amari Vang Vieng (Superior city view) Villa Maly (Superior room)
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