Laos Top to Toe

Laos: Top to Toe – Overview

Uncover the rustic charm, ancient sites and natural wonders of Laos. This immersive tour includes the highlights of Vientiane, Vang Vieng, Luang Prabang and Si Phan Don, blending traditional culture with modern experiences such as high-speed rail travel.

Explore temples, waterfalls, remote islands, and visit an elephant sanctuary, while enjoying authentic cultural encounters and learning about Laos’ complex history.

What’s Included

• Fully inclusive touring with guides and entrance fees

• International flights and current taxes

• 11 nights in 3+/4-star accommodation

• Meals: 11 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 11 dinners

• Rail journey from Vientiane to Luang Prabang

• Maximum group size: 18

• Physical rating: 2 – walking, some steps, and extended time on your feet

Tour Highlights

• Experience the dawn alms-giving ceremony in Luang Prabang

• Visit a traditional elephant sanctuary

• Explore Kuang Si and Tad Fane waterfalls

• Cruise to Pak Ou Caves and the 4,000 Islands

• Discover local crafts, such as Saa paper making and Lao coffee roasting

• Ride the high-speed railway across the country

Itinerary

Days 1–2: Fly Overnight to Vientiane
Fly overnight to Laos’ capital. On arrival, the rest of the day is at leisure.
Meals: Dinner

Day 3: Discover Vientiane
Tour the city’s main sights, including Patuxai Monument, Wat Sisaket, Wat Phra Keo, and the surreal Buddha Park.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Travel to Vang Vieng
Board a high-speed train to Vang Vieng. Afternoon free to explore the area.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Vang Vieng Countryside
Explore local caves and stroll along the Nam Song River. Afternoon at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Luang Prabang & Kuang Si Waterfall
Take the high-speed train to Luang Prabang. Visit key temples, the Royal Palace Museum, and Kuang Si Waterfall.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Morning Alms & Pak Ou Caves
Attend the Takbat ceremony. Visit a Saa paper workshop and cruise to Pak Ou Caves.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: UXO Centre & Elephant Sanctuary
Visit Elephant Village and Tad Sae waterfall. Tour the UXO Visitor Centre in the afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Luang Prabang to Don Khong
Fly to Pakse. Explore Wat Phou temple, then continue to Si Phan Don archipelago.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10: Rivers & Waterfalls
Visit Khone Phapheng and Liphi waterfalls. Discover colonial heritage on Khone Island.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11: Bolaven Plateau – Pakse
Drive via Tad Yuang and Tad Fane waterfalls. Visit a coffee plantation on the Bolaven Plateau.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12: Bangkok
Cross into Thailand and fly to Bangkok. Enjoy a farewell dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 13: Fly Bangkok to UK
Fly home, arriving the same or following day.
Meals: Breakfast