Highlights of Laos
- Best price guaranteed
- No booking fees
- COVID-19protected
- Cultural, religious and historic sites
- Art and architecture
- Family
- Customizable
- duration 8 days
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 16-95 yrs
- max group size 16
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-36050
- Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
- Operated in English
- An 8-day scenic train trip through the heart of fascinating Laos with its laid-back charm
- Discover the gilded Buddhist temples and French colonial heritage of Luang Prabang, the ancient capital of Laos
- Wander amongst the towering limestone karst scenery in Vang Vieng and kayak the gentle Nam Song River
On this short trip we visit glittering temples, explore vast caves and underground caverns, witness monks collecting alms at sunrise and discover natural blue waterfalls, all inside of eight days.
Luang Prabang - Soak up the city's charming mix of French colonial architecture and golden Buddhist temples
Vientiane - Explore the sleepy Laotian capital and haggle for colourful goods at the river-side nightmarket
Vang Vieng - Wander amongst the towering limestone karst scenery or kayak the gentle Nam Song River
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Day 1 : Join trip in Vientiane
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Day 2 : In Vientiane, explore the capital; free afternoon
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Day 3 : Take the train to Vang Vieng, afternoon at leisure
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Day 4 : Free day in Vang Vieng. Optional visit to caves or kayaking on Nam Song River
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Day 5 : Scenic train journey to Luang Prabang. Visit Kuang Si Waterfalls and sunset visit to Mount Phousi
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Day 6 : Morning walking tour of Luang Prabang, Afternoon free
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Day 7 : Morning Boat trip to Pak Ou Caves, optional afternoon cycle to Lao Loum village
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Day 8 : Trip ends in Luang Prabang
- 7 Breakfasts
- New Rose Boutique Hotel (2 nights)
- Vilayvong Guesthouse (2 nights)
- Driver(s)
- Bus
- Train
- Explore Tour Leader
- Local Guide(s)
- Any international flights to Vientiane and from Luang Prabang are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
- Travel insurance is not included in this Highlights of Laos tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
- Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
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- Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.
- Earn US$ 35+ in travel credits.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Highlights of Laos tour. You can cancel the tour up to 63 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 62 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 26 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 26 June 2024, a deposit of 10% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 62 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceHighlights of Laos tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Highlights of Laos tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
For Solo TravelersA twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.
COVID-19 Safety MeasuresThis trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:
- The average size of this tour is just 12 people.
- Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
- All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be either fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure or have taken a negative test (rapid antigen or PCR) Â within 72 hours of departure.