General Information
Tour Highlights
- A trip to an elephant camp where you’ll trek on elephant-back through the jungle
- A leisure hike to the picturesque Kuang Si Falls just outside Luang Prabang
- A visit to old-age temple ruins in the countryside of Champasak
- A cruise along the Mekong to Don Khone, keeping an eye out for Irrawaddy dolphins along the way
Tour Details
Duration: 8 days/ 7 nights
Start/ End: Luang Prabang / Luang Prabang
Tour Route: Luang Prabang – Vientiane – Champasak – Don Khone – Luang Prabang
Date: No Fixed Departure – Anytime You Wish
Tour Customizable: Definitely! Tell us your interests in the inquiry form
Tour Guide: Private local guide (English speaking guide or other languages as you want)
Transportation: Private first-class air-conditioned vehicles
Brief Itinerary
Day 01: Luang Prabang Arrival
Day 02: Luang Prabang
Day 03: Luang Prabang
Day 04: Vientiane
Day 05: Champasak
Day 06: Champasak
Day 07: Don Khone
Day 08: Departure
Full Itinerary
Day 01: Luang Prabang Arrival
Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly greeted by Luxury Asia Trips’ guide and driver. They then escort you to the hotel for check-in. Luang Prabang has a great range of accommodation, and we recommend the prestigious Amantaka, with its historic French colonial architecture.
- Accommodation: Amantaka or Sofitel Luang Prabang (or others based on your demand)
Day 02: Luang Prabang
Rise early this morning, in time to watch monks as they walk through the city receiving alms. Each morning, a procession of monks passes through the streets collecting food offerings from locals, which is then brought back to the monastery and shared. Next, you’ll enjoy a cruise along the Mekong River to Pak Ou Caves where more than 10,000 small Buddha statues have been stored. It’s considered bad luck to keep a damaged Buddha statue, so rather than dispose of them, they are kept here. In the evening, enjoy a cooking class where you’ll use fresh local produce to create an authentic Laotian dish. Enjoy another evening in your Luang Prabang hotel.
- Accommodation: Amantaka or Sofitel Luang Prabang (or others based on your demand)
Day 03: Luang Prabang
The mountains surrounding Luang Prabang are home to several beautiful waterfalls, and today you’ll walk to Kuang Si Falls, a striking three-tiered waterfall located in the lush forest. The falls are accessible via wooden walkways and bridges, making this a leisurely journey; there’s even the option of swimming in one of the crystal-clear pools. After working up an appetite, you’ll enjoy lunch in a Khmu village. The Khmu are one of the largest ethnic groups in northern Laos, numbering approximately 450,000, with a strong sense of tradition and intriguing folklore. In the afternoon, you’ll pay a visit to Luang Prabang’s main temple, Wat Xieng Thong. You’ll have the chance to hold a private session with a monk here to learn more about Buddhist beliefs and life in the monastery. Return to your hotel in Luang Prabang and relax at leisure.
- Accommodation: Amantaka or Sofitel Luang Prabang (or others based on your demand)
Day 04: Vientiane
Today, you’re flying off to the nation’s capital – Vientiane. Here, you’ll first visit the golden Pha That Luang stupa, a national monument that dates back to the third century. Next, you’ll take a trip to the Talat Sao Market, an indoor complex of stalls offering everything from electronics to amulets and traditional Lao silk sarongs. After that, visit the Laos Textile Museum, where you can view the creative silk designs of local legend Carol Cassidy, an international ambassador for Lao silk weaving. Tonight, check in to one of the best hotels in Vientiane – we recommend the Settha Palace for luxurious rooms and excellent service.
- Accommodation: Settha Palace Hotel or others based on your demand
Day 05: Champasak
Fly on to Champasak Province today, a lush green region of rivers and rice fields bordered by Thailand and Cambodia. Your first stop is Wat Phu, where a historian will guide you through this ancient complex, providing historical context and answering any questions. Next, enjoy a meal in Ban Wat That Village, a laidback township with friendly people and beautiful scenery, where you can enjoy a leisurely afternoon. Tonight, you’ll check into the charming La Folie Lodge on Dong Daeng Island, complete with river views and manicured gardens.
- Accommodation: La Folie Lodge or others based on your demand
Day 06: Champasak
Explore more of Champasak today with a hike to the ruins of Um Tomo Temple, a Khmer-style temple located on the bank of the Mekong amid trees and rice fields. Next, it’s on to view traditional wood carvings in a local village, after which you will end the day’s expeditions with an insightful trip to Champasak Provincial Museum in Pakse. Here, you can learn more about the region by viewing historic documents and artifacts. Return to La Folie Lodge this evening.
- Accommodation: La Folie Lodge or others based on your demand
Day 07: Don Khone
Today you’ll embark upon a river cruise to Don Khone, navigating through an archipelago of more than 4,000 small islands. It’s here in the brackish waters of the Mekong that the famous Irrawaddy dolphins can be spotted, with some luck, frolicking amid the mangroves. The islands here are home to countless small villages, and you’ll have the chance to visit them and bicycle through the area, stopping for a relaxed lunch by the water. Spend the night at the Auberge Sala Don Khone, a resort comprising floating cabins offering wide Mekong views.
- Accommodation: Auberge Sala Don Khone or others based on your demand
Day 08: Departure
Farewell to you. Wake up a bit early and enjoy a peaceful ambiance along the bank of Mekong River. You’ll have breakfast and then, drive to Luang Prabang for a flight coming home. The Asia luxury trip ends. Hope you enjoyed it and wish that we could serve you next time in Laos.
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