15-Day Highlights of Laos Tour

Days 1-2: Fly to Bangkok

• Overnight flight to Bangkok.
• Free time to explore upon arrival. (D)

Day 3: Fly to Luang Prabang

• Explore the city’s colonial charm.
• Visit the vibrant night market. (B, L, D)

Day 4: Kuang Si Waterfalls

• Witness the Takbat alms-giving ceremony.
• Visit Wat Sene, National Museum, and a H’mong village.
• Enjoy a picnic and swim at Kuang Si Waterfalls. (B, L)

Day 5: Pak Ou Caves

• Visit Wat Xieng Thong, cruise the Mekong to Pak Ou Caves.
• Explore local villages. (B, L)

Day 6: Phousi Hill

• Climb Phousi Hill for panoramic views.
• Visit Wat Mai, Wat Visoun, and Wat Aham. (B, L)

Day 7: Phonsavan

• Drive to Phonsavan, stopping at Tham Phra Cave and Nong Tang Lake. (B, L, D)

Day 8: Plain of Jars

• Visit three major jar sites.
• Learn about unexploded ordnance clearance at MAG. (B, L, D)

Day 9: Vang Vieng

• Drive to Vang Vieng with a stop at Pathang village.
• Explore Tham Chang Cave. (B, L, D)

Day 10: Discover Vientiane

• Drive to Laos’ capital, Vientiane.
• Visit Wat Si Saket, Wat Phra Keo, That Luang Stupa, and Patuxai Monument. (B, L)

Day 11: Si Phan Don

• Fly to Pakse.
• Visit UNESCO-listed Wat Phou.
• Drive to Khong Island. (B, L, D)

Day 12: 4,000 Islands

• Visit Khone Phapheng Waterfall and Khone Island.
• Explore colonial buildings and Liphi Waterfall. (B, L, D)

Day 13: Bolaven Plateau

• Admire Tad Yuang and Tad Fane waterfalls.
• Visit a coffee plantation.
• Farewell dinner in Pakse. (B, L, D)

Days 14-15: Fly Home

• Flight from Pakse to Bangkok.
• Hotel room before evening flight back to the UK. (B, D)