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Luang Prabang

Set amidst a striking mountainous skyline, Luang Prabang is perhaps the best preserved traditional city in Southeast Asia. This UNESCO World Heritage listed city is the gem of Laos and was the Royal residence of the last King, Sisavan Vatthana.

Pakse

Founded by the French in 1905 as an administrative outpost, Pakse is now the third biggest city in Laos. Situated at the confluence of the Mekong River and the Se Don River, Pakse is ideally located as a base to many of Laos’s sites such as Vat Phou and the Si Phan Don.

Phonsavan

Phonesavan was one of the most heavily bombed places during the American War in Vietnam. Known as the ‘Gateway to the Plain of Jars’, an archaeological site littered with large stone jars. Athough there are lots of theories as to why they are there and their possible uses no one has been able to explain their existence definitively.

Vang Vieng

Vang Vieng, is a scenic town nestled on the Nam Song River. The town is approximately 4 hours drive from Vientiane city. Well-known for its karst hill landscape lining the west bank of the river, these mountains have many caves and tunnels, some yet still unexplored.

Vientiane

Weaving along the Mekong River, Vientiane is the capital and the largest city in Laos, however, it is still small enough to get to know easily. The treelined boulevards and old temples impart an old world charm, in spite of bustling traffic.

Tours

Independent Touring

Laos Mini Stay (4 Days)

Perfect for giving you a taste of the Southeast Asian country, the Laos Mini Stay includes historical and cultural highlights such as the Mekong Riverside and capital city Vientiane. Apart from visiting traditional local villages, and religious monuments, you also have the opportunity to participate in the ritual of monks collecting Alms. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity as Laos is the only nation that still undertakes this daily spiritual ritual. The Mini Stay includes a short domestic flight, as well as a cruise on the mighty Mekong River.

Laos Highlights (7 Days)

This independent tour allows you to experience the ethnically diverse country of Laos. A mixture of French Colonial and ethnic Asian influences are evident throughout the capital city of Vientiane, and the various local communities. The tour will take you through these areas, with visits to the National Museum, many Temples, and also small local villages. You will get to explore the beautiful landscape and see traditional crafts such as paper making and hand weaving.

Highlights of Laos (14 Days)

Luang Prabang, Phonsavan, Vang Vieng, Vientiane, Pakse, Don Khong Island

This trip covers major highlights of Laos including the UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang with ancient temples and exotic Buddhist culture, the mysterious Plain of Jars, the tiny capital Vientiane and the tranquil 4,000 Islands of Mekong River. Get away from the hustle and bustle and enjoy the slow pace of Laos.

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