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Laos tours 10 days exploring culture from south to north

That Luang Stupa
That Luang Stupa
That Luang Stupa
That Luang Stupa
Namkat Yorlapa
Namkat Yorlapa
Villa Chitdara
Villa Chitdara
Tham Jang Caves
Tham Jang Caves
National Museum
National Museum
Laos Royal Palace
Laos Royal Palace
That Luang Stupa
That Luang Stupa
Pakeng Lodge
Pakeng Lodge
Buddha Park in Vang Vieng
Buddha Park in Vang Vieng
Wat Sisaket
Wat Sisaket
Vang Vieng Town
Vang Vieng Town
Pak Ou Caves
Pak Ou Caves
Pakou caves
Pakou caves
Luang Namtha Museum
Luang Namtha Museum
Le Grand Pakbeng
Le Grand Pakbeng
Vientiane- Luang Prabang by Express Train
Vientiane- Luang Prabang by Express Train
Kuangsy Waterfalls
Kuangsy Waterfalls
Kuangsy Waterfalls
Kuangsy Waterfalls
Nam Song River
Nam Song River
Wat Xieng Thong
Wat Xieng Thong
Climb Up To The Mount Phousi
Climb Up To The Mount Phousi
Buffalo Dairy Farm
Buffalo Dairy Farm
Luang Prabang – Oudomxay by Express Train
Luang Prabang – Oudomxay by Express Train
Namkat YorlaPa
Namkat YorlaPa
Namkat waterfall
Namkat waterfall
Ban Nam Ded Village
Ban Nam Ded Village
Nam Pak River
Nam Pak River
Ban Phavie Village
Ban Phavie Village
Ban Poong – Tai Leu people
Ban Poong – Tai Leu people
That Luang Stupa
That Luang Stupa
Namkat Yorlapa
Villa Chitdara
Tham Jang Caves
National Museum
Laos Royal Palace
That Luang Stupa
Pakeng Lodge
Buddha Park in Vang Vieng
Wat Sisaket
Vang Vieng Town
Pak Ou Caves
Pakou caves
Luang Namtha Museum
Le Grand Pakbeng
Vientiane- Luang Prabang by Express Train
Kuangsy Waterfalls
Kuangsy Waterfalls
Nam Song River
Wat Xieng Thong
Climb Up To The Mount Phousi
Buffalo Dairy Farm
Luang Prabang – Oudomxay by Express Train
Namkat YorlaPa
Namkat waterfall
Ban Nam Ded Village
Nam Pak River
Ban Phavie Village
Ban Poong – Tai Leu people

Discover the cultural richness of Laos on this immersive 10-day journey from the laid-back capital of Vientiane to the remote border town of Huayxay. Along the way, explore ancient temples, sacred caves, stunning waterfalls, and traditional hill tribe villages. From the UNESCO-listed streets of Luang Prabang to the highland communities of Luang Namtha and Muang Sing, this Laos tour connects travelers with the country’s diverse ethnic cultures and natural beauty—making it the perfect itinerary for those seeking authentic experiences from south to north.

Tours Itinerary

Day: 01

Day 1. Arrival –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, 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, we visit the famous That Luang Stupa, the single most important monument in Laos. 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. Tonight we will enjoy a welcome dinner at one of the fine restaurants. 

Accommodation: Included

Meal: Dinner

Day: 02

Day 2. Vientiane –Vang Vieng (Express Train/C82 07.30- 08.30)

After breakfast, we catch the 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. Next, 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. Overnight in Vang Vieng

Accommodation: Included

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Day: 03

Day 3. Vang Vieng- Luang Prabang (Express Train/C82 08.30- 09.30)

After breakfast, we take an express train to Luang Prabang. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Luang Prabang has been claimed by UNESCO to be ‘the best preserved city in South East Asia’. After a short rest, we visit The National Museum at the former Royal Palace, which displays a lovely collection of artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture throughout the ages. Next, we then climb up to the top of Mount Phousi for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a panoramic view of the city at sunset. From there, we explore the Night Market, where you can find a lovely selection of handmade textile made by local and hill tribe people surrounding Luang Prabang. Overnight in Luang Prabang

Note: as per local regulations, vehicles over 16seater are not allowed in the city of Luang Prabang

Accommodation: Included

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Day: 04

Day 4. Luang Prabang - Pak Ou caves

Today, we 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 and Ban Xiengmene. We also have a chance to climb up to Wat Chomphet. Here you will have one of the best views of Luang Prabang from across the river. Once back in Luang Prabang city we take a short drive to Ban Xang Khong and Ban Xieng Lek – small villages well known for silk weavings and Saa (jute) Papermaking.  Overnight in Luang Prabang

Accommodation: Included

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Day: 05

Day 5. Luang Prabang- Ban Long Lao- Kuangsy Waterfalls (no trekking)

After breakfast, we transfer to Ban Long Lao. On arrival, we begin with a visit to the ethnic Khmu village of Ban Longlao Nung before heading to the nearby Hmong village of Ban Longlao Song. You will be able to observe the lifestyles of these two culturally very different minority groups and see how despite their differences they manage to work together on a day to day basis and even sharing the same school.

Afterwards, we continue our excursion to the beautiful Kuangsy Fall. En route, stop and short tour visit Buffalo Dairy Farm, The tour will be lasted about 40minutes -Tour included a guide tour of the mini farm, Buffalo feeding & Washing, Milking Demonstration, & Feeding Chickens and rabbits. Afterwards, we 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. Return to the city by late evening to observe the sunset at Wat Phabath. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Accommodation: Included

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Day: 06

Day 6. Luang Prabang – Oudomxay (Namkat Yolapa) (Express train C86 12.30 13.45)

After breakfast, we catch the express train to Oudomxay. Oudomxay province is residence to 23 ethnic minority groups. Upon arrival, you will be met our staff and transferred to the jungle resort Namkat Yolapa. After check into your hotel, we will enjoy a short trek through the jungle to Namkat waterfall. Take your time at the waterfall before returning to the hotel for overnight.

Accommodation: Included

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Day: 07

Day 7: Namkat Yolapa- Muang La

You set off in the morning in the direction of Pak Khai; this pleasant journey gives you wonderful views across the River Nam Pak, terraced rice fields and the small villages along the banks of the river. On your arrival, you start your trek along a mountain trail which follows a mountain stream meandering through the lush vegetation. You have the chance to meet the local farmers working in their rice fields and learn how they cultivate their lands, hunt for small game and fish in the mountain stream, before you enter into the tropical rainforest. After around 1½ hours, you leave the forest and arrive in the village of Ban Phavie; a beautiful Khamu village which sits on the top of a hill. After taking your lunch in the village, you continue on to some nearby waterfalls. You can relax in the cooling clear waters, lulled by the gentle breeze and tranquility of the falls (weather permitting). At around 14:30, you head back to Namkat Yolapa and arrive in the late afternoon.

Accommodation: Included

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Day: 08

Day 8. Oudomxay- Luang Namtha (Express train C82 1021 1051)

After breakfast, take a short walk to the village of Khamu people and see how these colorful people live before catching the train to Luang Namtha, situated on the Tha River, or Nam Tha. Upon arrival, you will be met our staff and transfer to your hotel for checkin. After a short rest,  we visit the Luang Namtha Museum, where collections of anthropological importance are on display. Ethnic garb, tools, instruments, and artworks can be seen here, providing insight into local culture and history. You’ll also visit Ban Nam Dee, the Lantern Village, where you can observe ethnic tradition in action and cool down by the beautiful Nam Dee waterfall. You’ll return to Luang Namtha in the evening for overnight.

Accommodation: Included

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Day: 09

Day 9: Luang Namtha- Muong sing

After breakfast, we make our way to Muong Sing, on the way we stop to visit hill tribe villages: Ekor (Aka ) and Lan Taen people who used to be a group of Sino – Tibet people, After lunch we discover the way of the life of hill tribes, we will also visit Chieng Tung stupa, Ban Nam Ded Village, Ban Nam Mai Village of Yao people and the Laos-China border Pang Thong local check point. Return to Luang namtha and set the time at your leisure. Overnight in Luang Namtha

Accommodation: Included

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Day: 10

Day 10: Luang Namtha- Huayxay

Breakfast at the hotel, we start to take a transfer to Huayxay border for passing to Thailand. We will make sure to stop to visit Ban Nam Chang Village – Lao Houay people, Ban Poong – Tai Leu people, where local whisky produced (Lao’ Lao) made of sticky rice. Tour ends.

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

Included in this 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
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5* Crown Plaza (Standard room) Amari Vang Vieng (Superior city view) Villa Maly (Superior room) Namkat Yorlapa (Standard room) Pou Villa (Superior room)
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