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10-Day Laos from North to South

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Overview

Welcome to Laos - a Southeast Asian country traversed by the Mekong River and known for mountainous terrain, French colonial architecture, hill tribe settlements and waterfalls.

Over ten days, you will visit the highlights of Laos: 4000 islands, Luang Prabang, Vientiane and Pakse. You'll immerse yourself in local life, enjoy delicious food and visit local markets on this wonderful journey from north to south while exploring the amazing nature that this country has to offer.
Culture & Arts
Outdoors & Nature
Sightseeing
Adventure

Itinerary

Day 1

Luang Prabang Arrival

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Luang Prabang Arrival

On arrival at the airport, your local guide will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel in town to check-in. Your hotel is set in a lush landscape of UNESCO-classified lily ponds. Here, you can enjoy the swimming pool, hotel spa and restaurant. Alternatively, you can head out and explore on your own. The choice is yours.

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    Accommodation

    Maison Dalabua Hotel3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Luang Prabang Airport to Maison Dalabua Hotel

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    Destinations

    Luang Prabang

Day 2

Luang Prabang Sightseeing & Kuang Si Waterfall

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Luang Prabang Sightseeing & Kuang Si Waterfall

You'll start the day by visiting the morning market, a perfect place to meet the locals, dine on Lao food and watch the people as they wander. Grab yourself a frosty beer and a slice of blood sausage and check it out. You'll then enjoy a short drive to visit Wat Xieng Thong or Temple of the Royal City - one of the most important of Lao monasteries and remains a significant monument to the spirit of religion, royalty and traditional art. Explore the night market in the evening.

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    Accommodation

    Maison Dalabua Hotel3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Wat Xiengthong

    Kuang Si Waterfall

    Royal Palace Museum

    Mount Phousi

    Luang Prabang Night Market

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Luang Prabang

    Luang Prabang Province

Day 3

Pak Ou Caves

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Pak Ou Caves

This morning, your tuk-tuk driver will pick you up at your hotel this morning to go to the boat jetty. You'll then embark on the Nava Mekong, a traditional riverboat, for a shared cruise on the mighty Mekong River. On the way, you will have a great opportunity to enjoy the dramatic yet peaceful scenery as well as see the simple lives of rural people living along the river.

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    Accommodation

    Maison Dalabua Hotel3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Pak Ou Caves

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    Transportations

    Boat from Luang Prabang to Pak Ou Caves

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Luang Prabang

    Luang Prabang Province

Day 4

Khmu Village, Wat Chomphet & Flight to Luang Prabang

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Khmu Village, Wat Chomphet & Flight to Luang Prabang

This morning, you will pass the Mekong river by a local ferry towards Khmu Village. You'll also visit the Ban Chan Pottery village if time permits. It is a rare chance to try your hand at creating beautiful pots from clay. Along the way, you will pass by rustic villages, children playing together or farmers doing their work. You'll visit Ban Boum Xieng and observe the ethnic tradition and daily life. After lunch with a Khmu family, you'll fly to Vientiane in the late afternoon.

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    Accommodation

    S Park Design Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Khmu Village

    Wat Chomphet

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    Transportations

    Plane from Luang Prabang Airport to Wattay International Airport

    Private Driver from Wattay International Airport to S Park Design Hotel

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Luang Prabang

    Luang Prabang Province

    Vientiane

Day 5

Vientiane City & Buddha Park

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Vientiane City & Buddha Park

Today is devoted to exploring the peaceful city of Vientiane. The highlights of the day include Wat Phra Keo, which was built in 1565 is one of the most impressive and interesting temples in Vientiane. It previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha image. You'll also visit Wat Si Saket, famous for its cloister wall storing thousands of tiny Buddha images and its beautiful architecture and layout with history dated back to 1818.

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    Accommodation

    S Park Design Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Haw Phra Kaew

    Wat Si Saket

    Pha That Luang

    Patuxay Monument

    Buddha Park

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Vientiane

    Vientiane Prefecture

Day 6

Flight to Pakse & Explore 4,000 Islands

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Flight to Pakse & Explore 4,000 Islands

This morning, you will be transferred to the airport (without a tour guide) to take a morning flight from Vientiane to Pakse. Once you arrive in Pakse, you will be warmly welcomed by your tour guide and driver. Then, you'll make your way to visit Vat Phou Temple. Recorded on the UNESCO World Heritage list, Vat Phou is a stunning pre-Angkorian temple built upon three levels. You'll then arrive at your hotel on the 4,000 islands.

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    Accommodation

    Little Eden Hotel - 4000 Islands 4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Vat Phou

    Khong IslandOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from S Park Design Hotel to Wattay International Airport

    Plane from Wattay International Airport to Pakse International Airport, 13, Pakse, Laos

    Private Driver from Pakse International Airport to Wat Phu

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Vientiane

    Champasak Province

Day 7

4,000 Islands Tour

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4,000 Islands Tour

Today is devoted to exploring the Don Det and Don Khone, two smaller islands which are considered the heaven of the backpacker. Take a tuk-tuk to visit these two islands, which are linked by a bridge. You'll then visit Ban Khone fishing village where you can explore the ruins of French railway tracks and the beautiful Liphi Waterfall. You'll enjoy the tranquil atmosphere in the islands and take awesome photos of the local life and natural beauty of the 4,000 islands.

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    Accommodation

    Little Eden Hotel - 4000 Islands 4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    4000 Islands & Ban Khone Fishing Village Tour

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Champasak Province

Day 8

Khon Phapheng & Bolaven Plateau

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Khon Phapheng & Bolaven Plateau

Today, you can enjoy your last minutes in the 4,000 Islands and enjoy the sunrise before driving to Khone Phapheng, one of the most significant attractions of the 4,000 islands. This 10-kilometre waterfall is one of the largest waterfalls in Southeast Asia and considered the jewel of Laos. You'll then continue to the Bolaven Plateau where you'll be staying the night at a resort.

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    Accommodation

    Sinouk Coffee Resort3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Khone Phapheng

    Bolaven Plateau

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    Transportations

    Minivan from Don Khong to Bolaven Plateau

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Champasak Province

Day 9

Bolaven Waterfalls & Onwards to Pakse

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Bolaven Waterfalls & Onwards to Pakse

After breakfast at the resort, you will continue your journey to the most beautiful waterfalls in the region: Tad Yuang, Tad Phasoum and Tad Fane. You'll explore the colourful forest of Phousavan, then you will transfer to Pakse. On the way, you'll take a stroll through Dao Heaung market for a look at its speciality. This is one of the most interesting places in Pakse where you can immerse in local life.

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    Accommodation

    Champasak Grand Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Tad Yuang Waterfall

    Pha Suam Waterfall

    Tad Fane Waterfall

    Dao Heuang Market

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Bolaven Plateau to Pakse

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Champasak Province

    Pakse

Day 10

Pakse Departure

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Pakse Departure

Enjoy your last minutes in the city on your own before your transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Champasak Grand Hotel to Pakse International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Pakse

Included in Price

  • 9 nights accommodation
  • 21 activities
  • 9 breakfasts and 3 lunches
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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