Day 1: Welcome at the Nong Nok Khien - Done Khong border crossing
English-speaking guide & Private driver
Meet your guide and driver at the Nong Nok Khien border crossing and drive to Done Khong. You will visit Khone Phapheng Waterfall, considered the largest waterfall (by volume) in Southeast Asia, an incredibly impressive site near the Lao-Cambodian border. The area teems with wildlife, making it one of the most breathtaking destinations in Laos. Then, we'll travel to Don Khong, the largest island in the southern Mekong region known as the 4000 Islands, one of the most scenic areas in Laos. Upon arrival on Don Khong Island, you'll check into your hotel room for a rest. Afterwards, you'll have free time to explore on your own.
Overnight at the hotel in Done Khong
Day 2: Done Khong- 400 Islands- Done Khong(B)
English-speaking guide & Private driver
After breakfast, you'll embark on a boat trip to the 4000 Islands. You'll visit the picturesque villages of Ban Khone, rich in remnants of the French colonial era. Stroll along streets lined with old colonial buildings and catch a glimpse of the remains of Laos' first railway, including its vintage locomotive. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Continue your island exploration by tuk-tuk, taking your time to visit the breathtaking Liphi Waterfall, also known as Samphaith, which marks the border between Laos and Cambodia. On the return journey, visit a local pagoda to gain insight into the region's spiritual customs and admire the temple's intricate architecture. End the day with a leisurely walk through the village, immersing yourself in the daily life of the locals. For those who wish, bicycles are available for rent to explore more of the island at your own pace. Take a sunset stroll around the island, soaking up the relaxed atmosphere of Khone Island. Return to Done Khong at the end of the day, where you'll have the opportunity to see the fishermen and watch the sunset.
Overnight at the hotel in Done Khong
Day 3: Done Khong - Champasak (160km - 3hrs)
English-speaking guide & Private driver
After breakfast, we'll head back up to the colonial village of Champasak. On the road to the Bolaven Plateau, first stop at the village of Ban Black Smith, located along the main access road. Several small family workshops offer their produce: agricultural tools, machetes, and knives, all forged in simple forges open to the public.
Then, a drive to visit a tea or coffee plantation on the Bolaven Plateau. The Bolaven Plateau, or simply Bolaven, is a gently rolling mountainous region east of Pakse. The plateau rises to between 1,000 and 1,300 meters and is covered with dozens of coffee and tea fields. It is here that we find one of the world's most famous coffees, sometimes called the "Champagne of Coffee."
Explore Tad Fane Waterfall, located 38 km from Pakse, at the gateway to the Bolaven Plateau and within the Dong Hua Sao Protected Area. It is probably the highest waterfall in the country, as it consists of two branches plunging over 120 meters.
You will visit Wat Uomong (also known as Wat Uomong). It also contains pre-Angkorian sculptures, including a beautiful Mukhalinga (a linga with a human head, now housed in the Wat Phou Museum). Surrounded by numerous species of large trees, the forest atmosphere lends this area a wild and serene feel.
Overnight at the hotel in Champasack
Day 4: Champasack – Done Daeng- Champasack
English-speaking guide & Private driver
You will explore the jewel of southern Laos: the Vat Phou temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001. Its style is pre-Angkorian. The cultural landscape of Champasak, including the Vat Phou temple complex, represents a remarkably well-preserved planned landscape dating back over a thousand years. Expressing the Hindu concept of the relationship between nature and humankind, it was laid out along an axis from the mountain peak to the riverbanks in a geometric network of temples, shrines, and hydraulic works stretching for some 10 kilometers. The site also includes two ancient cities, built on the banks of the Mekong and Phou Kao mountain, representing a development process spanning over a thousand years, from the 5th to the 15th centuries, primarily associated with the Khmer Empire. After exploring the site, you will visit its museum. Check into your room and enjoy some free time. Take in the sunset over the river – a truly unique moment to enjoy with an aperitif! At your discretion: Enjoy the sunset over the river, a unique moment during aperitif time.
Then you will cross the Mekong River to discover Done Daeng Island by bicycle, tuk-tuk, or on foot. The peaceful surroundings are ideal for a stroll or walk along the tree-lined paths. You can stop along the way to enjoy fresh fruit, coconut juice, or sugarcane juice.
Walk along the rice paddies, passing buffalo, cows, and goats. Greet the local villagers as they slowly pass by on motorbikes or old mini-tractors called "doc docs," or settle down on one of the beaches for a swim. Enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of one of the eight villages on this 8-kilometer-long island.
Overnight at the hotel in Champasack
Day 5: Champasack- Pakse- Flight to Vientiane @ 9:45-10:45(B)
English-speaking guide & Private driver
Early breakfast. Check-out around 7:30 am.
Transfer directly to Pakse Airport. Check in individually for your flight to Vientiane. Arrival in Vientiane, where you will be met by your Lao guide and driver. You will begin your exploration the must-see sites of of the Lao capital
Wat Sisaket which is the oldest temple still standing in Vientiane. This amazing structure has remarkable frescoes and images of Buddha. We will continue by visiting Haw Prakeo, the ancient royal temple of the Laos monarchy, which previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Statue. Then we will visit the imposing Patuxay Monument. which is well known as a Triumphal Arch of Vientiane before continuing to the famous That Luang Stupa.
The rest of the day is free to take a stroll in charming, relaxing colonial neighborhoods or you can enjoy a cup of coffee in shaded terraces while contemplating scenes of river life as the sun sets on the Mekong.
Overnight at the hotel in Vientiane
Day 6: Vientiane (B)
English-speaking guide & Private driver
Visit COPE, a center dedicated to the rehabilitation of victims of unexploded ordnance (UXO), which will highlight the consequences of the recent conflicts that shook Laos in the 1970s and whose effects are still felt today. This is a unique opportunity to shed new light on the "Secret War," directly linked to the Vietnam War, known in the region as "the American War," and which is rarely mentioned in history books. Lunch at the Padaek restaurant.
Continue to Buddha Park which takes approximately 45 minutes. On the way, stop and take photos of the Friendship Bridge which was built by the Australian government in 1994 and connects Laos and Thailand. Arrive at Buddha Park and enjoy a walk in the park. Also known as XiengKhuan, this park is filled with over 200 Buddhist and Hindu statues. The concrete sculptures are bizarre, yet intriguing, sitting majestically in the peaceful grounds. The peaceful setting of the park on the banks of the Mekong contrasts radically with the somewhat eccentric works sculpted in 1958 by a Laotian shaman-priest-yogi. The concrete sculptures are bizarre, yet intriguing, sitting majestically in the peaceful grounds.
At the end of the day, it will be pleasant to stroll in Chao Anouvong Park, where a new promenade has just been developed to the delight of locals and visitors.
Overnight at the hotel in Vientiane
Day 7: Vientiane – Vang Vieng (B)
English-speaking guide & Private driver
Departure for Vang Vieng. En route, stop to visit the Hmong village at KM 52 and then the fishing village of Ban Houy Mo. Continue to Vang Vieng, a town situated on the banks of a peaceful river, nestled in the heart of mountains riddled with caves.
Vang Vieng: The town of Vang Vieng is a favorite stop for travelers on the road from Vientiane to Luang Prabang. This small town was built on the banks of the Nam Song River and is surrounded by an impressive karst landscape teeming with caves to explore. Although the area has lost some of its charm due to the influx of tourists, you only need to leave the town to realize that the Lao people have lost none of their spirit. Farmers work in the fields, women weave, and children maintain their indelible smiles!
Board a dugout canoe for a journey through the karst landscapes along the Nam Song River. Continue with a visit to the Tham Jang cave, where local people took refuge during the defense against Chinese invaders in the early 19th century. Then there's the Blue Lagoon, a beautiful pool with crystal-clear waters. The cool turquoise waters offer a chance to refresh yourself and wash off the dust from the cave. Next to the pool is a tree with ropes hanging from its branches for swinging and jumping into the water. You can swim or relax.
Overnight at the hotel in Vang Vieng
Day 8: Vang Vieng – Luang Prabang by train (B) Train schedule is approximate and subject to change by the Laotian Railway (SNCF).
English-speaking guide & Private driver
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Vang Vieng train station for the ancient capital of Luang Prabang, located in northern Laos, in the heart of a mountainous region. The city is built on a peninsula formed by the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers. Mountain ranges (particularly Mount Phou Thao and Mount Phou Nang) encircle the city in a verdant setting.
Arrival in Luang Prabang, meet our driver, then depart to visit the Haw Kham Royal Palace, built in 1904 during the colonial period, commissioned by King Sisavang.
Wat May: a building with side galleries and a five-sided roof, one of the city's most beautiful gems. It was the residence of the highest-ranking official of the Laotian Buddhist Church before being moved to Vientiane in 1975.
Continue your visit to Wat Xieng Thong, the most beautiful temple in the city, dating back to the 16th century.
End your day by exploring Luang Prabang's large night market, open from 5 pm to 11 pm, where you'll find local products, the atmosphere, and the culture of Laos.Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Overnight at the hotel in Luang Prabang.
Day 9: Luang Prabang- Pak Ou- Luang Prabang(B)
English-speaking guide & Private driver
Breakfast at hotel then embark on a Mekong River cruise for a new perspective on Laos, following the course of this legendary river. Stop at the small village of Ban Xang Hai, specializing in rice wine distillation. Visit the Pak Ou Caves. Carved into the limestone cliffs along the riverbanks, these caves display numerous Buddha statues, left over the centuries by the Lao people during religious festivals. Continue to the villages of Xang Khong and Xieng Lek, famous for their handcrafted jute paper, weaving, plant-based dyes, and rice wine production. Then, visit the village of Ban Phanom, on the other side of the Nam Khan River, inhabited by the Lu people. Since 1947, the women have revived their traditional craft: weaving. Their looms are located beneath their stilt houses. Their silk and cotton fabrics are adorned with traditional motifs. Return to Luang Prabang for free time.
Overnight at the hotel in Luang Prabang.
Day 10: Luang Prabang- Kwangsi (B)
English-speaking guide & Private driver
Suggestion 5:30: Your guide and driver will pick you up at the hotel to witness the daily alms-giving ceremony of the monks in their saffron robes. Continue your visit to the large Phousi market, where you will discover local products such as dried buffalo hide, local tea, and saltpeter alongside chickens, vegetables, and weavings from the hill tribes.
Return to the hotel for breakfast, then departure for an excursion to Kwang Si Falls, located 35 km from Luang Prabang. Stop along the way to visit the H'Mong villages of Ban Na Ouane and the Khmou villages of Ban Tha Pen, better known as Lao Theung, located near the falls. Continue to Kwang Si Falls. These magnificent waterfalls cascade over limestone formations, carving out several small turquoise pools. Discover small cascades, pools, a watermill, and a swimming pool. You will also have the chance to observe bears in their large enclosure. An NGO cares for these endangered animals, providing them with appropriate medical care. Return to Luang Prabang.
We then climb up the 328 steps to the top of Mount Phousi, which offers a panoramic view of the city and the beautiful surrounding countryside.
Overnight at the hotel in Luang Prabang
Day 11: Luang Prabang- Flight departure
English-speaking guide & Private driver
Breakfast at hotel, free time while waiting of tranfer to Luang Prabang airport for flight departure
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