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Laos: From Mountains to Mekong

Duration
9 days
Price from
$1,935 pp.
Location
Laos, Southeast Asia
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Trip Highlights

  • Vientiane City Tour
  • Hiking & Sky Bridges at Namkat Yorla Pa
  • Ethical Elephant Experience
  • Cruise Down the Mekong
  • Temples, Market Life & Kuang Si Waterfalls

What's Included

  • Private guided tours in each destination
  • Cultural experiences
  • Boat trip on the Mekong
This trip shows Laos at its most atmospheric and authentic

This journey takes you from the calm streets of Vientiane to forested mountains, elephant sanctuaries, long Mekong days, and the timeless charm of Luang Prabang.

Few places blend quiet beauty, culture, and slow-paced adventure quite like Laos. This itinerary takes you from the calm capital to remote mountains, sleepy Mekong towns, and charming Luang Prabang, offering a real sense of connection as you move deeper into the country’s landscapes and traditions.

Nia, our Laos specialist, says:
“Laos has a way of slowing you down in the best possible way. Every traveller I send comes back talking about the people they met, the calm, and how unexpectedly special it all felt.”

Across nine days you move from the gentle pace of Vientiane into the lush mountains of Oudomxay for hiking, sky bridges, and time in the forest. From here, the journey takes you overland to Pakbeng for village stops, sunsets over the Mekong, and a meaningful half day with rescued elephants. You continue downriver by boat to Luang Prabang, where tuk-tuk tours, golden temples, local craft studios, waterfalls, and free time to wander give you a rounded sense of Laos before flying home.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Vientiane

Staying at Souphattra Heritage

Arrive in Vientiane, where your guide will meet you and take you to Souphattra Heritage, where you will be staying in a Heritage Executive Room with breakfast included for one night.
The rest of the day is at leisure to relax or explore at your own pace.

Day 2 Vientiane City Tour and Train to Oudomxay

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After breakfast, begin exploring Vientiane by tuk-tuk, taking in French-influenced streets, sacred temples, and key landmarks. Stops include Patuxay Monument, the golden That Luang Stupa, Wat Sisaket, and the powerful COPE Visitor Centre.

In the afternoon, transfer to the station for your train north to Oudomxay.
On arrival, check into Namkat Yorla Pa Resort, where you will stay in a Deluxe River Cottage with breakfast included for two nights.

Day 3 Hiking & Sky Bridges at Namkat Yorla Pa

Day 4 Scenic Mountain Drive to Pakbeng

Day 5 Ethical Elephant Experience

Day 6 Cruise Down the Mekong to Luang Prabang

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Transfer to the pier for your shared full-day cruise to Luang Prabang. Drift past remote riverbanks, stop at the Pak Ou Caves, and visit Ban Xang Hai village to learn how lao-lao rice whisky is traditionally made. Lunch is served on board.

Arrive in Luang Prabang mid-afternoon and continue by vintage tuk-tuk to Maison Dalabua, where you will stay in a Deluxe Room with breakfast included for three nights.

Day 7 Temples, Market Life & Kuang Si Waterfalls

Day 8 A Free Day in Luang Prabang

Day 9 Departure

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Duration

9 days

Location

Laos, Southeast Asia

Price from

$1,935 pp.

Price Includes

  • Internal flights and all transfers.
  • Activities mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Private guides where mentioned in the itinerary.

Price Excludes

  • Single supplements
  • International flights to/from your home country
  • Any activities, meals, or drinks not mentioned as included
  • Anything else e.g. park fees not mentioned as included

Price per person is based on two people sharing, excluding international flights.

The trip includes all accommodations and activities specified above. Rooms and meals are as detailed below:

  • 1 night – Souphattra Heritage (4*), Vientiane, Heritage Executive Room, breakfast included
  • 1 night – Namkat Yorla Pa Resort (4*), Oudomxay, Deluxe River Cottage, breakfast included
  • 2 nights – Sanctuary Pakbeng Lodge, Pakbeng, Standard Room, breakfast included
  • 3 nights – Maison Dalabua (3*), Luang Prabang, Deluxe Room, breakfast included

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When to go to Laos

A month-by-month guide of when to visit Laos

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January

January is one of the driest months in Laos, with pleasant temperatures. Celebrate the Lao New Year, known as "Pi Mai Lao," with water festivals, parades, and traditional ceremonies. It's a joyous time to experience Lao culture.

February

Similar to January, February boasts comfortable temperatures, making it ideal for outdoor activities.

Visit the Pak Ou Caves near Luang Prabang, where locals gather to celebrate the annual Pak Ou Festival. It's a unique blend of spirituality and festivity.

March

Dry season continues with temperatures rising between 19°C and 32°C, offering pleasant weather.

Witness Boun Khoun Khao in Vientiane, a harvest festival celebrated with religious ceremonies and a traditional boat race.

April

April marks the onset of the hot season with temperatures between 23°C and 35°C River will be at an annual low.

May

May is the peak of the hot season with temperatures ranging from 24°C to 35°C. It can be quite warm.

Explore the Vat Phou Festival, held at the ancient temple of Vat Phou near Champasak, featuring traditional dances and religious rituals.

June

The wet season begins in June with temperatures between 25°C and 34°C. Expect occasional rain showers. Experience the Rocket Festival (Boun Bang Fai) in various locations, where locals launch homemade rockets to encourage rainfall.

July

The wet season continues, with temperatures ranging from 24°C to 32°C. Be prepared for frequent rainfall.

August

Rainfall is at its peak in August, with temperatures between 24°C and 31°C.

Witness boat races and other festivities during the That Luang Festival in Vientiane, which celebrates the iconic That Luang Stupa.

September

The wet season lingers with temperatures ranging from 24°C to 31°C.

Attend the colourful Elephant Festival in Sayaboury, celebrating the province's deep connection with elephants.

October

The rainy season starts to subside, with temperatures between 23°C and 31°C. This is a great time to visit as it is less crowded and the lush landscapes are at their best.

November

November marks the start of the dry season, offering pleasant temperatures between 19°C and 30°C.

Witness the That Ing Hang Stupa Festival in Savannakhet, which includes almsgiving, temple fairs, and parades.

December

December offers cool and dry weather, with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 27°C. Celebrate Christmas and the New Year with festive decorations and special events in tourist areas.

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