Laos Discovery Tour: Vientiane, Vang Vieng and Luang Prabang
Spend six days travelling through Laos, from the capital of Vientiane to Vang Vieng and Luang Prabang. The route combines city visits, rail travel, river scenery and time in places known for their temples, caves and markets. The program includes a guided visit to key sights in Vientiane, an express train to Vang Vieng, and time at Tham Jang Caves and other limestone landscapes nearby. In Luang Prabang, the journey continues with the night market, Mount Phousi, the former Royal Palace area, Pak Ou Caves, local villages and Kuang Si Waterfalls. This tour is suited to travellers who want a small-group trip with a clear route and a mix of history, culture and scenery.
Key details
6 days
5 nights
Route
Laos
Tour type
Small groups
Available departures
Dates available
Tour style
Small groups
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Vientiane, Vang Vieng, Luang Prabang, Pak Ou
Theme
City, culture and sightseeing
Highlights
- Multi-day tour
- City & Culture
- Family
- Custom
Itinerary
- 1
Vientiane
Arrival in Vientiane
Arrive in the capital and transfer to your hotel. After a short rest, visit Wat Sisaket, Wat Prakeo, That Luang Stupa and Patuxay Monument before a welcome dinner in the city.D - 2
Vang Vieng
Vientiane to Vang Vieng by train
Visit Buddha Park, the Morning Market and Ban Nong Bouathong before taking the express train to Vang Vieng. End the day with sunset views over the Nam Song River.B, L - 3
Vang Vieng
Caves and countryside around Vang Vieng
Explore Tham Jang Caves and continue through the surrounding countryside to Tham Phoukham. Meet local villagers and spend time by the natural pool near the caves.B, L
The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.
What's included
- Accommodation in shared rooms with daily breakfast
- Government taxes and service charges
- Professional English-speaking guides in each destination
- Private air-conditioned transport during the tour
- Express train travel between cities
- Private boat trip as listed in the program
- Admission fees to the stated sights
- Meals as shown in the itinerary
- Drinking water and tissues during the tour
- Airport transfers as arranged in the program
What's not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees for Laos if applicable
- Pre- and post-tour accommodation
- Meals and beverages not stated in the itinerary
- Early check-in and late check-out
- Massage and spa services
- Personal expenses such as laundry
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.