Highlights
Luang Prabang - Explore gilded temples, the former Royal Palace and the lively morning market on a cultural tour of Laos' UNESCO-listed town
Kuang Si Waterfall - Swim in turquoise jungle pools and walk forest trails after visiting ethnic minority villages en route
Nong Khiaw - Cruise the Nam Ou River, hike to Tad Mok waterfall and meet Khmu communities for insight into rural Laos
Dien Bien Phu - Reflect at A1 Hill and the Victory Museum, where trenches and exhibits recount the decisive 1954 battle
Mu Cang Chai - Wander among sculpted rice terraces, ride pillion to Mam Xoi Hill and learn Hmong batik dyeing traditions
Tu Le & Cao Pha Valley - Trek between Thai and Hmong hamlets and meet farmers producing traditional young rice, com
Hanoi - Discover the Old Quarter by electric buggy, stroll historic boulevards and visit the Temple of Literature
Halong Bay - Cruise among limestone karsts, relax on deck, join a cooking demonstration and enjoy an atmospheric overnight onboard
Tu Le & Cao Pha Valley - Trek between Thai and Hmong hamlets and meet farmers producing traditional young rice, com
Hanoi - Discover the Old Quarter by electric buggy, stroll historic boulevards and visit the Temple of Literature
Halong Bay - Cruise among limestone karsts, relax on deck, join a cooking demonstration and enjoy an atmospheric overnight onboard
Itinerary
PRIVATE TOUR: Discover Laos and northern Vietnam on a scenic 12-day journey from Luang Prabang to Hanoi. You’ll explore vibrant markets, golden temples and the turquoise pools of Kuang Si before travelling upriver to Nong Khiaw for village visits, waterfalls and limestone scenery. Cross into Vietnam to uncover the history of Dien Bien Phu, then wind through spectacular rice-terrace country in Mu Cang Chai and Nghia Lo, meeting Hmong and Thai communities along the way. Continue to atmospheric Hanoi for culture, food and local life, rounding off your adventure with an overnight cruise through the dramatic karsts of Halong Bay.
day 1Arrival in Luang Prabang
Meet on arrival at Luang Prabang Airport before we transfer to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure.
day 2Exploring Luang Prabang and Kuang Si Waterfall
day 3Luang Prabang to Nong Khiaw
day 4River Journey and Tad Mok Waterfall
day 5Boat to Muang Khua and Road to Dien Bien Phu
day 6Dien Bien Phu to Mu Cang Chai
day 7Terraced Hills and Local Traditions in Mu Cang Chai
day 8Walking in Cao Pha and Journey to Muong Lo
day 9Rural Cycling and Return to Hanoi
day 10Hanoi City Exploration
day 11Halong Bay Overnight Cruise
day 12Halong Bay to Hanoi Airport
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