Laos Highlights Package Tour: 10 Days Across South to North

Morning boat journey along the Mekong, passing villages on stilts and locals fishing.

Arrive at Don Khone Island, once linked by a French colonial railway. Walk the tracks and see remnants of an old locomotive bridge.

Visit Liphi (Somphamit) Waterfalls, a series of roaring cascades marking the natural border with Cambodia.

With luck, spot the elusive Irrawaddy freshwater dolphins gliding in the river.

In the afternoon, marvel at Khone Phapheng Waterfall, the largest in Southeast Asia, often called “Niagara of the East.”

Return to Khong Island for a relaxed evening.

Overnight in Khong Island.

Drive into the highlands of the Boloven Plateau, blessed with fertile volcanic soils and cool climate.

Stop at coffee and tea plantations — sample the world-famous Lao coffee while learning about traditional farming methods.

Visit villages of the Alak, Nge, and Katu minorities, each preserving unique customs, wooden stilt houses, and spirit totems.

Continue to Tadlo Village, framed by jungles and waterfalls. Short walk to Tadlo Falls, where elephants and villagers often gather.

Evening free to enjoy the serene mountain setting.

Overnight in Tadlo.

Morning visit to a Khmu village to see rural life and traditional crafts.

Optional: Elephant ride through forest paths (subject to guest interest & camp conditions).

Return to Pakse and board a domestic flight to Luang Prabang, the spiritual heart of Laos.

Evening exploration of the famous Night Market, alive with stalls selling handwoven textiles, jewelry, and handicrafts by Hmong artisans.

Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Begin with a guided tour of Luang Prabang’s most iconic temples, including Wat Xieng Thong, a masterpiece of Lao religious art with its sweeping roofs and glittering mosaics.

Board a traditional boat for a scenic cruise up the Mekong. Along the way, observe fishermen, water buffalo bathing, and children playing by the riverbanks.

Arrive at the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, home to thousands of Buddha statues of all shapes and sizes, placed by pilgrims over centuries.

On the return, visit local villages renowned for rice wine (lao-lao) distillation, weaving, and handmade mulberry paper.

Evening at leisure in Luang Prabang.

Overnight in Luang Prabang.

At dawn, witness the serene alms-giving ritual, joining locals as they present food to saffron-clad monks.

Explore the vibrant Morning Market, where exotic fruits, herbs, and traditional snacks fill the stalls.

Travel through rice fields and forested hills to the Kuang Si Waterfalls. Enjoy a picnic and swim in the turquoise pools beneath cascading tiers.

Visit a social enterprise craft centre supporting minority women.

Climb Mount Phousi for a panoramic sunset over Luang Prabang and the Mekong.

Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Depart by road on a scenic mountain drive, stopping at remote villages and roadside viewpoints.

Arrive in Xieng Khouang, a region marked by wartime history and unique culture.

Explore the enigmatic Plain of Jars, where hundreds of massive stone jars lie scattered on grassy plateaus. Archaeologists still debate their purpose, from burial sites to ancient wine storage.

Overnight in Xieng Khouang.

Morning visit to local war memorials or markets in Xieng Khouang.

Flight to Vientiane, a city blending French colonial charm with Buddhist spirituality.

Visit the eccentric Buddha Park (Xieng Khuan), filled with over 200 bizarre statues depicting deities, demons, and animals.

Stop at the Lao–Thai Friendship Bridge, a symbolic link across the Mekong River.

Overnight in Vientiane.

Full-day tour of the Lao capital’s cultural landmarks:

• Wat Sisaket, the oldest surviving temple, with thousands of miniature Buddha statues.

• Wat Phra Keo, once a royal temple, now housing sacred relics and artworks.

• That Luang Stupa, the national symbol of Laos, gleaming in gold.

• Patuxay Monument, the “Arc de Triomphe of Laos,” offering panoramic city views.

Stroll through the Central Market and along the riverside promenade to feel the laid-back vibe of Vientiane.

Overnight in Vientiane.

Free time for shopping at handicraft boutiques or enjoying a final Lao coffee at a riverside café.

Transfer to the airport for departure flight.

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