LAOS
The best of Laos.
The 10 experiences that define a trip to Laos. Mekong cruises and the Pak Ou caves, the Kuang Si pools, Vang Vieng's lagoons and caves, dawn alms and cooking classes, gathered into one list.
Luang Prabang cruise to Pak Ou Caves and Kuang Si Falls, with whisky tasting, a scenic lunch, and optional sunset or private upgrades.
“The boat cruise was very peaceful, they even provided us blankets for the cool morning. Lunch at the elephant camp was amazing, we got to feed the elephants and us! Our guide was extremely accommodating. We had a last minute issuRead more”
Kayak the Nam Song River, tube through Tham Nam None Cave, enjoy a banana-leaf picnic, then add zip line or Blue Lagoon from Vang Vieng.
“We really enjoyed the day and loved the variety of activities. Everything was just the right amount not too much, not too little. We had a good taste of each part. Ourguide Duang was very nice and attentive, and even remembered our names. All the other assistant guides werr great and reliable too. Everything worked…”
Half-day Mekong cruise from Luang Prabang to UNESCO Pak Ou Caves, with Lao whiskey village tasting and a scenic river ride.
“Great half day tour! We enjoyed a relaxing ride up the Mekong on our way to the Whiskey Village where there was no pressure to buy anything. We then went to the caves and were given about 40 minutes to explore on our own before going to lunch at an elephant sanctuary. There was a…”
Luang Prabang UNESCO highlights with hotel transfers, alms-giving at dawn, temples, the Royal Palace museum, and Phousi Hill, plus Kuang Si option.
“Luang Prabang is beautiful & my guide Som showed me the different parts of it: Khob chai!”
4-hour Vang Vieng trek to Namxay Viewpoint, swim at Blue Lagoon 1, and explore Phoukham Cave’s golden reclining Buddha.
“What a wonderful day! The guides were amazing - always smiling, friendly, offering to take pictures, and just doing everything to make sure we had a great time. I had initially planned to do the activities on my own as a solo traveler but it was 3 to 4 times the price. I’m so glad…”
Swim at Kuang Si Waterfalls and cruise the Mekong at sunset from Luang Prabang, with hotel pickup and one included drink.
“The waterfalls were beautiful but we were lucky there hadn’t been any recent rainfall. We had heard if it had previously been raining the water could look brown. The sunset cruise was lovely and our tour guide was great. Would recommend.”
Luang Prabang evening cooking class with a local Baci ceremony, hands-on Lao dinner, and folk music near rice fields.
“the whole evening was lovely, the trip to the market was an eye opener and then when we arrived ag venue and had ceremony it was well explained and again really enjoyed thd food on offer. the cooking was fun and very delicious”
A 2-day slow boat transfer from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang via Pakbeng, with border logistics handled and Mekong views along the way.
“They made me pay twice for the ticket”
Kayak and tube the Nam Song River through Vang Vieng’s Angel and Sleeping caves, with BBQ lunch, gear, and hotel transfers.
“D was amazing made us all feel safe and cared for ! The kayaking was so much fun and then the caves were very much worthy too ! Absolutely value for money ! There is also an option to do zip lining which I highly highly recommend!!! And lunch was delicious ! Thanks so much…”
Kayak the Nam Ou and Mekong to Pak Ou Caves, enjoy Kuang Si Falls swim time, plus a buffet lunch and Hmong village stop.
“The tour was made by our brilliant tour guide Year. Cannot praise him enough for his enthusiasm, how informative he was and language skills which were superb! Best tour we’ve taken in our 6 week trip of South East Asia. Thank you Year!”
