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Explore hand-picked Laos itineraries designed by local insiders who know every hidden corner. Each trip is completely flexible — customized to your pace, travel style, and budget.
Laos at a Glance
A whirlwind immersion into to Laos culture and history; explore Vientiane and Luang Prabang in only 4 days.
Laos Culture and Heritage
Embrace the rich culture and heritage of Laos while exploring the Vientiane and Luang Prabang areas.
Essentials of Laos
Vientiane is the largest city in Laos, while Luang Prabang is its capital. Each has its own character. This journey will allow you to discover landmarks on both ends of the country. After exploring the city of Vientiane, you are off to Luang Prabang for a Mekong Cruise and Pak Ou Cava and the impressive Kuang Si waterfall.
Classic Laos
Slow down and enjoy all of Laos beginning in the relaxed capital city Vientiane, then the unforgettable Vang Vieng, a delightful village located on the banks of Nam Song River. Then we'll stop at the beautifully preserved Luang Prabang.
Laos Discovery
Start with the relaxed Laos capital Vientiane, then on to Vang Vieng, a delightful village located on the banks of Nam Song River. Then we'll stop at Luang Prabang which is beautifully preserved.
Create your own Laos itinerary
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The best places to visit in Laos
From iconic landmarks to hidden gems — explore the destinations our local insiders recommend most in Laos.
Luang Prabang
At sunrise each day, a line of monks in saffron robes walks through the streets of Luang Prabang to receive alms offered by local residents. The town serves as the historic capital of Luang Prabang Province in north‑central Laos and displays a mix of Lao architecture, French colonial buildings, and more than thirty Buddhist temples. In 1995 the city was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for this unique cultural landscape. The protected heritage zone includes 33 of the town’s 58 villages, where traditional rituals continue alongside everyday life.
Explore DestinationVientiane
The golden stupa of Pha That Luang dominates Vientiane’s skyline, its 45‑metre height visible from the Mekong River that skirts the city’s western edge. Vientiane serves as the capital of Laos, lying on the banks of the Mekong close to the Thai border, and it hosts roughly 840,000 residents according to the 2023 census. The city’s layout spreads across five urban districts that blend colonial remnants with Buddhist monuments.
Explore DestinationWat Xieng Thong
Nine cascading, gold‑stenciled roofs crown the Sim, the central shrine hall of Wat Xiang Thong, a 16th‑century royal temple on the northern tip of Luang Prabang’s peninsula in Laos. Built between 1559 and 1560 by King Setthathirath, the wat served as a coronation site, a shrine for relics, and a library for ancient scripts. Its historic role links the spirit of religion, royalty and traditional art.
Explore DestinationRoyal Temple Museum Luang Prabang
The museum occupies a former king’s mansion whose grand scale and preserved gardens give the site an immediate sense of history. Set in Luang Prabang, Laos, the Royal Temple Museum presents local history within that aristocratic setting. Its most striking feature is the combination of formal garden spaces and ornate architectural accents that frame the exhibition rooms.
Explore DestinationPhousi Mountain
The summit of Phousi Mountain draws attention for its sweeping views that frame the daily sunset, a scene that has become a familiar image for visitors to Laos. Rising above the surrounding terrain, the hill is reached on foot, the hike itself forming part of the experience. Its location in the country places it among the natural high points that invite quiet observation of light and landscape.
Explore DestinationReal Voices, Real Benefits
We believe travel is more than ticking destinations off a list – it's about discovering new places deeply, feeling connected wherever you go, and knowing you have a trusted team of local experts behind you every step of the way.
Laos is rich in culture, history, and diverse landscapes. It will be a delight to your inner explorer. It is a land full of natural wonders and unique beauty, from the rolling mountains in the north to the river islands in the south. The rural life is timeless, with paddy fields and stilt homes that look like they belong on a movie set. You may find it hard to believe that the sleepy city Vientiane is an Asian capital. And in the streets of Luang Prabang , many monks in saffron-robed robes mystically glide along seeking alms.
Laos is a country of great ethnic diversity. It has 49 ethnicities and more than 90 languages. This is due to its geographical location at the crossroads between Asia and Asia. Every ethnic group can be identified by its distinctive clothing, and variations in handicrafts. These patterns and designs are passed down from generation to generation. Hmong people are hardy and live off the land in remote mountains in the north. Kahu elders in south have traditional face tattoos. Katang villagers in central Laos sleep with forest spirits.
Laos food is colorful and vibrant. It's also packed with chilies and herbs. The combinations of ingredients will surely delight your taste buds. The coffee scene is great, another remnant of the French colonialism period.
Laap – or meat salad, jaew, any type of dipping sauce, usually served with chillies. Tam - not your regular papaya salad and khao jee Pa-tay, or french-inspired baguettes!
Laos is consistently warm all year round, it does however have a rainy season to be aware of.
March – May
While the temperatures and humidity are higher during this rainier period, the countryside will be most lush. Mornings are usually drier and afternoon time is more likely to have rainfall. The rain can cause problems with logistics if you are traveling extensively; however, for our highlighted areas, this is not an issue and things will be less crowded.
November – February
For temple and city exploration, things will have cooled off. The months of December and January generally are the busiest time so planning further in advance is important to experience the highlights in the more temperate season.
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