Classic Laos 9 Days Tour

After you arrive at Luang Prabang International Airport, our driver will meet you and transfer you to the hotel.

Check in at the hotel and take a short break.

In the afternoon, you will join a sightseeing tour of this sacred city. Our visits include Wat Visoun, a 16th-century temple housing a collection of religious artifacts; Wat Aham, an early 19th-century temple guarded by figures from the Ramayana; and Wat Xiengthong, a temple exemplifying the exquisite architecture of Luang Prabang.

Wat Xieng Thong

The tour culminates with a climb up the 328 steps of Phousi Hill, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the entire city from its summit.

Free for dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, and entrance fees to scenic spots (if any).

Waking up early to join a serene morning ritual – the alms-giving ceremony. Monks, with their alms bowls, meander through the town, receiving offerings (usually sticky rice) from the locals as blessings.

Then, return to the hotel for breakfast. After that, you set off from the hotel to the boat landing for a few hours’ excursion upstream on the Mekong River. Our destination is the Pak Ou Caves, set on a limestone cliff at the confluence of the Mekong and Ou rivers. These caves are famed for housing thousands of Buddha statues, varying in size from a few centimeters to two meters. Along the way, the lush foliage partially conceals typical Lao villages, with slender canoes and fishing markers dotting the riverbanks. We’ll make a stop at Ban Muangkeo, known for its traditional Lao rice whisky, Laoh-Khao, where we’ll have the opportunity to sample and even take some with us. A delightful lunch awaits at a riverside restaurant.

Pak Ou Caves

In the late afternoon, we return to Luang Prabang and drive to the outskirts to visit Ban Xangkhong. This village is renowned for its traditional wood paper making and Lao silk weavings, beautifully colored with natural dyes.

Return to the hotel. Free for dinner.

Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast, lunch.

After breakfast at the hotel, we embark on a scenic 30 km drive south to the Kuangsi Waterfall. This waterfall, while not particularly high, is stunningly beautiful, set amidst the lush greenery of a preserved national park. Along the way, we’ll make stops to explore the local flavors at Talad Phosy, a market known for its fresh produce.

Kuang Si waterfalls

We’ll also visit Ban Na Oune, a small village inhabited by the Hmong people, one of Laos’s best-known hill tribes. Close to Kuangsi Waterfall, we’ll explore another village, Ban Tha Pane, home to the Khmu minority group. A delightful picnic lunch awaits us in the shaded park near the waterfall, where you’ll have ample time to relax and enjoy a refreshing swim in the cool waters.

Later in the afternoon, we return to Luang Prabang and spend the remainder of the day visiting various craft shops in town, including silver smiths and the Hmong market, where you can admire the intricate embroidery work of the Hmong women.

Return to the hotel. Free for dinner.

Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast, lunch.

After breakfast, we set off on a picturesque drive to Xieng Khouang, renowned for the incredible Plain of Jars.

As we journey through regions of high mountains and striking karst formations, we’ll take the opportunity to pause and briefly explore remote villages inhabited by ethnic minorities. During these visits, you may observe that many homes feature looms beneath them, a testament to the local tradition of weaving their clothes, bags, and accessories.

By late afternoon, we will reach Phonsavan, the provincial capital of Xieng Khouang, marking the end of our scenic drive for the day.

Free for dinner and overnight at the hotel in Phonsavan.

Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Spend this day of your Laos 9 days tour discovering the mysteries of the Plain of Jars, specifically sites number 2 and 3, and their surrounding areas. Believed to be around 2000 years old, these ancient jars present a historical enigma, with archaeologists still debating their original purpose – whether they served as funerary urns or were used for storing rice wine. Despite the uncertainty of their origins, the jars remain a fascinating testament to a long-gone era.

Plain of Jars

As the day draws to a close, we’ll witness a captivating sunset at site number 1, adding a picturesque end to our exploration.

Head back to the town. Free for dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast, lunch.

After breakfast, we embark on a journey to the quaint village of Vang Vieng. En route, stop at various viewpoints to soak in the breathtaking scenery. Vang Vieng, nestled amidst a stunning array of limestone karsts, is surrounded by vibrant green paddy fields and the homes of various ethnic minorities, offering a glimpse into the diverse cultural tapestry of the region. We aim to reach the town before sunset, ensuring you can check into your hotel and enjoy the spectacular sunsets that Vang Vieng is known for.

Check in at the hotel in Vang Vieng. Free for dinner.

Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast, lunch.

This morning, we’ll explore the ‘Tham Chang’ caves, delving into their natural beauty and historical significance.

Tham Chang Cave

The afternoon is yours to enjoy at your leisure. You might opt for a bicycle ride, meandering through the scenic countryside around Vang Vieng, or perhaps choose a more adventurous ‘tubing’ experience down the Nam Song River. Whichever you choose, Vang Vieng offers the perfect setting to relax and immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the Laotian landscape.

Free for dinner. Overnight at the hotel in Vang Vieng.

Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast.

After breakfast, we’ll embark on a picturesque drive to Vientiane, the tranquil capital of Laos, nestled along the banks of the majestic Mekong River.

In the afternoon, our exploration of Vientiane begins. We’ll visit the historic Wat Sisaket, the oldest temple in Vientiane that survived the Siamese war of 1828, renowned for its cloister housing over 8000 Buddha statues. Next, we explore Wat Ho Pra Keo, once the home of the Emerald Buddha statue, now a museum showcasing a collection of Buddha statues and artifacts from around Vientiane.

Wat Si Saket

We’ll also visit That Luang Stupa, the most significant monument in Laos, believed to enshrine a relic of the Buddha, and the Patuxay Monument (Arch de Triumph), a modern landmark commemorating those lost in past wars.

Return to the hotel in the late afternoon. Free for dinner and overnight at the hotel in Vientiane.

Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast.

After breakfast at the hotel, make use of your free time to discover Vientiane at your leisure.

Then, our driver will transfer you to the airport for a flight back home. End of your 9 days in Laos.

Included: Airport drop-off and breakfast at the hotel.