What to do for one week in Laos? Take on the Vientiane to Luang Prabang Tour and experience the essence of Laos in just 7 days. Begin your journey in the bustling capital, Vientiane, where you’ll explore iconic landmarks like Wat Sisaket and the Patuxai Monument.
Then, immerse yourself in the charming beauty of Luang Prabang, with visits to the serene Kuang Si Waterfall and the sacred Pak Ou Caves. This Laos tour offers a perfect blend of cultural exploration and natural wonders, making it an ideal short stay for those looking to connect with the heart of Laos.
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Vientiane tours
Activities: Arrival Vientiane and balance the day at own arrangements
Phra Luang Stupa
Activities: Discover highlights of Vientiane: Vat Phra Keo, Pha That Luang, Patuxay and renowned Buddha Park.
After breakfast, start your full-day exploration of Vientiane.
First, you will visit Haw Phra Kaew (built in 1565), which houses exquisite Buddhist sculptures and artifacts, followed by Vat Sisaket, the oldest original temple in the city.
Continue to make your way at Pha That Luang Stupa, a national symbol of Laos, and Patuxai ("Victory Gate"), where you can take panoramic photos from the top.
In the afternoon, visit the Buddha Park, home to hundreds of Buddhist and Hindu sculptures. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast
Nam Song River
Activities: Driver around 3 hours to Vang Vieng, explore Ban Houeimo on the way and Tham Jung Cave and Tham Loup in Vang Vieng.
Depart from Vientiane in the early morning by private vehicle. The 3-hour journey (160 km) takes you through small villages and the Ban Houeimo fishing village.
Upon arrival in Vang Vieng, you will check-in and relax at the hotel. At 2:00 PM, visit Tham Jung Cave and Tham Loup, known for their stunning views and impressive stalactites and stalagmites.
Meals: Breakfast
Phousi Hill
Activities: Take around 5 hours driving to Luang Prabang. Explore Phousi Hill and stupa of Wat Phousi.
Kindly leave Vang Vieng in the morning for a scenic 5-hour drive through mountainous terrain to Luang Prabang.
In the afternoon, you're about to climb Phousi Hill to enjoy a panoramic view of the city and a spectacular sunset.
Overnight: Hotel in Luang Prabang.
Meals: Breakfast
Kuang Si Waterfalls
Activities: Explore highlights of Luang Prabang such as the National Museum, stupa of WatVisoun, the shrine of WatAham and Wat Mai. Discover and relax in Kuang Si waterfall.
Start your day with a visit to Luang Prabang’s highlights, including the National Museum, Wat Visoun, Wat Aham, and Wat Mai.
In the afternoon, you will travel 30 km (~45-60 minutes) to Kuang Si Waterfall. Here, tourists can enjoy swimming in the turquoise waters or explore the surrounding landscapes.
On the way back, we can stop at Ban Xangkhong, known for silk weaving and Saa paper making.
Overnight: Hotel in Luang Prabang.
Meals: Breakfast
Wat Xieng Thong in Luang Prabang
Activities: Discover Luang Prabang, Wat Xieng Thong, Take a boat trip along the Mekong River and visit Pak Ou Caves.
After breakfast, you will explore Wat Sene and Wat Xieng Thong, two of Luang Prabang’s most majestic temples.
Later, visitors will take a boat trip up the Mekong River to visit the sacred Pak Ou Caves, home to hundreds of Buddha statues.
On the return journey, we can stop at a riverside village to observe traditional weaving.
Meals: Breakfast
Weaving store
Activities: Balance your day at leisure until transferring to the airport for flying home or onward destinations.
Meals: Breakfast
Notes: From hotel to the airport is about 20 to 30 minutes.
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