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The best of Laos.
The 10 best private tours in Laos. What each one is really like on the ground, who runs it, and what you can expect to pay.
A private 8-hour Vientiane highlights tour with a local guide, key temples, Buddha Park, COPE, and all major entry tickets included.
“I love the day I spent with Chansay seeing many of the spiritually and culturally significant sights in Vientiane. It was New Year's Day and we had an early start so it meant we missed the crowds at Buddha Park which was great.”
Private air-conditioned minivan in Luang Prabang with hotel pickup for Kuang Si and other side trips. Half or full day, at your pace.
“Our driver was so lovely! He brought us to a local village on the way to the waterfalls and shared his knowledge about local life which was very interesting! Then we went to the waterfalls which was beautiful and our guide waited for us until we were finished. He was very kind and helpful!”
A private 8-hour Vientiane highlights day hitting Buddha Park, COPE, Patuxai, Lao National Museum, temples, and That Luang with lunch included.
Private full-day Vientiane tour with Wat Si Saket, Pha That Luang, Patuxai, Vat That Khao, Buddha Park, and Lao lunch.
“Extensive full day seeing all the City’s historical sites. The guide (Chan) had good working English and was very knowledgeable.”
A private 12-hour Luang Prabang day with sunrise alms, top temples, museums, and Mekong views, led by an English-speaking guide.
“A jam packed day...12 hours...but it was amazing. Our guide was passionate and first rate. The cruise on the Mekong was a highlight.”
Name-card pickup in Luang Prabang, clean cars, and help if flights shift. Quick ~30 minute transfers with 24/7 support available.
“Driver was waiting for us with a sign very clearly showing my name in the arrivals hall at the LP Airport. He took both our bags and opened the doors for us, and took us on a 15 minute ride in a brand new Toyota Camry (EV) which was simply smooth as silk.”
Private Luang Prabang day: Phosi Market, Hmong and Lao villages, Kuang Si Falls swim, bear sanctuary, plus Ban Phanom weaving.
“Although I insisted from the beginning on a personalised customised tour, the operator seemed only concerned in delivering his standard tour but for a single customer. The “described” four was finished by 10:15AM. Operator insisted thRead more”
Private Vientiane tour: Patuxay, That Luang, Wat Si Saket, Ho Phra Keo, COPE, Buddha Park plus lunch and transport.
“Expensive for what you get. Could actually walk to most of it yourself except (Buddha Park -would need transport to reach)”
A private Vientiane to Vang Vieng day tour with cave stops, optional zip line, Blue Lagoon swimming, and sunset by the river.
“Our guide Chansay was amazing!! He was very friendly and knowledgeable about the history of Laos. He was able to make detours for us and was very accommodating of everything we wanted and didn’t want to do. It was extremely easy to communicate with him and he made the experience very enjoyable!! The caves were…”
Private longboat from Luang Prabang to Pak Ou Caves and Kuang Si Falls, with hotel pickup, lunch, guide, and included entry fees.
“We had a fantastic trip with Mr Than which was great value for money. With a 2 hour boat ride in our own private boat down the Mekong river to the Pak Ou Caves and great lunch included overlooking the river. Fabulous opportunities to mix with the locals at both the whisky village and Hmong…”
