Incredible Laos Journey 15 Days 15 Days 14 Nights

Departure from Thakek by tuk-tuk, we will follow the old French railway track that was destined for Vietnam but was never finished. Continuing through impressive scenery, you will arrive in Ban Nakhang Xang and meet your local guides who will escort you on your trek.

 Lake where you can see local fishermen at work.

On arrival at Tham Nong Paseum cave, more adventurous swimmers can explore the cave. The cave is 400 metres long and contains dramatic stalactites and stalagmites. Back in daylight, the trip continues onto Khammouane's Famous Buddha Cave for a traditional Laos lunch of Mekong fish, sticky rice and spicy papaya salad.

& lunch; all entrance fees

This morning, we will head for the refreshing mountain climate on the Bolevan Plateau.  The area is famous for its many waterfalls and we will visit two of the best, Tad Fan, with it’s impressive twin falls cascading over 100 metres to the valley floor below and Tad Ngeuan, with it’s prisitine pools for taking a refreshing dip and coffee shop and plantation where you can sample some real Laos coffee. 

 of Alak, Nge, & Katu. Overnight in Tad Lo.

Includes: Hotel; transport; English speaking guide; meals: breakfast & lunch; all entrance fees

After an early breakfast, we head down the montains towards Champasak and the 4000 islands area.  Passing through Pakse Town, we cross the Mekong River by ferry to visit the fascinating pre-Angkorian ruins of Wat Phu, one of Southeast Asia's most dramatically situated mountain top temples. Includes: Hotel; transport; English speaking guide; meals: breakfast & lunch; all entrance fees

We continue our exploration of the area of the 4000 Islands by boat and visit the beautiful Liphi Waterfall, also known as the Samphamith, which forms a natural border between Laos and Cambodia.

We return to Ban Nakasang and drive to the famous Khonephapheng Waterfall - the largest waterfall in South East Asia, also known as the 'Niagara of the East'. Overnight in Khone Islands.

Includes: Hotel; transport; English speaking guide; meals: breakfast & lunch; all entrance fees

Along the way you will see the rich soils of the region being cultivated for coffee, tea, cardamom, bananas, and other crops before our return to Pakse late afternoon. Overnight in Pakse.

Includes: Hotel; transport; English speaking guide; meals: breakfast & lunch; all entrance fees

After breakfast you will be transferred to Pakse Airport for your flight to Luang PrabangYour evening to free to explore the town and Night Market or relax at the hotel. Overnight in Luang Prabang.   

Includes: Hotel; transport; English speaking guide; meals: breakfast & lunch; all entrance fees

Today we embark on a cruise upstream on the Mekong River, stopping at Ban Xiengmene, Wat Long Khun and the limestone cave of Tham Sakkarin.

Following a picnic lunch, we continue our boat journey the mysterious Pak Ou Caves. These caves are an ancient pilgrimage site and contain thousands of gold lacquered Buddha images left there over hundreds of years. Includes: Hotel; transport; English speaking guide; meals: breakfast & lunch; all entrance fees

After breakfast back at the hotel we begin our journey to Khouangsi Waterfall stoppingalong the way to visit the morning Phousi Market, this where all the locals of Luang Prabang come to do their daily shopping. You will see a variety of local foodstuffs and products including dried buffalo skin, local tea and saltpeter among the chickens, fish, vegetables and fruit, everything needed for daily life in Laos.Includes: Hotel; transport; English speaking guide; meals: breakfast & lunch; all entrance fees

Today we depart early for a drive through spectacular scenery to Xiengkhouang drink at the hotel. Overnight in Xiengkhouang. 

Includes: Hotel; transport; English speaking guide; meals: breakfast & lunch; all entrance fees

This morning we head out to explore the Plain of Jars. We will be visiting Sites 1, 2 & 3 as well as taking a short trek to a Tai Dam and Lao Leum villagealong the way.

Following lunch

On our way out of town this morning we have time to visit the interesting Phonsavan Central Market and then drive on to Vang Vieng arriving there midafternoon.

fees

Beginning our morning tour of Vang Vieng, we explore the famous caves of Tham Jang, which was once used by the local people as a hideout from Chinese invaders. We then cross the river to Ban Huai Ngai, where we can wonder through the village and observe the locals going about daily life.Includes: Hotel; transport; English speaking guide;