Glimpses of Laos 7 Days / 6 Nights

Upon your arrival at Luang Prabang International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Take the rest of the day to relax and settle into the quiet, heritage-rich atmosphere of this UNESCO-listed town.

Start your day early with an optional sunrise ritual—witness the sacred alms-giving ceremony where locals offer food to saffron-robed monks. Later, cruise upstream along the Mekong River, pausing at Ban Muangkham village before arriving at the mystical Pak Ou Caves. These sacred caverns house thousands of Buddha images left by devoted pilgrims over centuries. After lunch, explore Luang Prabang’s cultural treasures: the former Royal Palace (now National Museum), the ancient Wat Visoun, the resplendent Wat Xieng Thong, and the insightful Arts and Ethnology Centre. In the evening, enjoy a hands-on Laotian cooking experience at the renowned Tamarind Restaurant—where dinner is your own delicious creation.

This morning, travel to the countryside to visit ethnic villages of the Khmu, Hmong, and Lao Loum communities before reaching the stunning Kuang Si Waterfalls. Enjoy a refreshing dip in turquoise pools or wander peaceful forest trails. After lunch, meet with a Hmong shaman for an intimate insight into traditional spiritual practices. In the evening, attend a live storytelling performance in the heart of Luang Prabang, where folk tales, legends, and local history come alive through music and narration—an authentic cultural encounter to end your day.

Depart Luang Prabang for the picturesque town of Vang Vieng via a spectacular mountain drive. En route, stop at Houi Hei viewpoint and local villages such as Ban Kiu Kam Pome and Ban Hin Ngon for a glimpse into everyday life in Laos. Visit Phou Phieng Fa viewpoint for sweeping vistas, and optionally explore Phahome’s lively forest market. Continue to the impressive Phou Kham Cave, a limestone sanctuary surrounded by lush forest and home to a refreshing natural pool. Enjoy the peaceful pace of Vang Vieng upon arrival and settle into your riverside accommodation.

Begin your day with a visit to Tham Jang Cave, offering panoramic views of the Nam Song River and karst landscape. Then journey south to Vientiane, stopping at Tha Heua village, famed for dried fish, and Nam Ngum Lake, a tranquil reservoir ideal for a lakeside lunch. Visit Ban Keun to learn about traditional salt mining before your final stop at Don Makhai insect market—a place of curiosity for adventurous eaters. Arrive in Vientiane by early evening and check in at your charming boutique hotel.

Today, explore the Lao capital’s cultural and spiritual highlights. Visit Wat Sisaket, home to thousands of tiny Buddha images, and Wat Prakeo, once housing the revered Emerald Buddha. Continue to That Luang Stupa, Laos’ national symbol, and take photos at the iconic Patuxay Monument. Gain insight into the country’s war-torn history at the COPE Visitor Centre, which addresses the impact of unexploded ordnance on local communities. In the afternoon, wander through the surreal and symbolic Buddha Park—an open-air collection of over 200 Hindu and Buddhist sculptures. End your day watching the sunset along the Mekong River.

Enjoy your final morning at leisure until your driver arrives to transfer you to the airport for your onward flight. Farewell and safe travels!