Laos Discovery from Luang Prabang to Pakse
This eight-day journey links Luang Prabang, Vientiane, Pakse and the southern 4,000 Islands region. It combines city visits, river travel and time in the countryside, with stops at Pak Ou Caves, Kuang Si Waterfall, Wat Phu and the Bolaven Plateau. The route suits travellers who want a broad view of Laos in a small-group setting. It includes temple visits, local markets, villages, waterfalls and a ferry crossing to the island area near Don Khong. Domestic flights are required for the sections between Luang Prabang, Vientiane and Pakse and are not included in the package. About the route Begin in Luang Prabang with its main temples and continue north for the cave and river visit at Pak Ou. From there, the trip returns to Luang Prabang for Kuang Si Waterfall before flying to Vientiane. The southern part of the tour continues through the Bolaven Plateau to Wat Phu and the 4,000 Islands, ending in the Pakse area.
Key details
8 days
7 nights
Route
Laos
Tour type
Small groups
Available departures
Dates available
Travel style
Small groups
Duration
8 days
Countries
Laos
Highlights
- Multi-day tour
- City & Culture
- Family
- Private
Itinerary
- 1
Luang Prabang
Arrival in Luang Prabang
Meet on arrival and transfer to the hotel. If time allows, visit the Royal Palace Museum, Wat Xieng Thong, Wat Visoun, Wat Aham and Wat Mai on a half-day city tour. Overnight in Luang Prabang.- - 2
Pak Ou
Luang Prabang to Pak Ou Caves
Travel north by road, then continue by boat to the caves at Pak Ou, where thousands of Buddha images are gathered in two riverside caves. Return to Luang Prabang later in the day.- - 3
Kouangxi Water Fall
Kuang Si Waterfall and local villages
Cross the Mekong by boat and visit Ban Chan pottery village, Phousi Market and nearby ethnic minority villages before continuing to Kuang Si Waterfall. Return to Luang Prabang in the afternoon.-
The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.
What's included
- Accommodation in shared twin rooms
- Private transportation throughout
- Boat trips as stated in the itinerary
- English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to listed sights
- Daily hotel breakfast
- Government tax and service charge
- Luggage handling and drinking water
What's not included
- Domestic flights between Luang Prabang, Vientiane and Pakse
- Travel insurance
- Visa stamping fee on arrival
- International flights to and from Laos
- Lunches and dinners unless stated
- Single room supplement
- Other language guides
- Peak season or special event surcharges
Dates & availability
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Upcoming departures
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Flexibility
Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.
Before you go
Your final itinerary, documents and local contacts will be available in My Kata.