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Laos: Top to Toe

  • Duration
    13 days
  • Tour Type
    Group Tour
  • Tour Style
    Go Beyond
  • Price From
    £4,590pp

Uncover the rustic charm, ancient sites and natural wonders of Laos on this journey covering the country's top sights and unique experiences.

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Si Phan Don and Kuang Si waterfall, marvel at Vientiane's Buddha Park, and explore enchanting Luang Prabang. Plus, experience time-honoured traditions of Takbat and saa paper-making, and catch a glimpse of the nation's future on a high-speed railway journey, offering a stark contrast to its traditional beauty.

  • Fully Inclusive
    Touring with Guides and entrance fees
  • Included Meals
    Breakfasts: 11 , Lunches: 9 , Dinners: 11
  • Flights
    International flights and current taxes
  • Accommodation
    11 nights in 3+/4 star accommodation
  • Rail Journeys
    Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang
  • Group Tour
    Max Group Size: 18
  • Physical Rating 2Learn More
    X A reasonable level of fitness is required, as you'll be spending time on your feet and doing a bit of walking to cover short distances during your daily sightseeing. There will also be some climbing of steps and climbing on and off of coaches and boats. Download the detailed tour dossier for details of your chosen tour. Learn More
    Walking, some steps and extended time on your feet.
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Tour Highlights

Our Laos: Top to Toe tour will see you exploring the most iconic sites, delving into deep-rooted culture and dining on delicious cuisine.

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Tour Itinerary

This tour is ideal for those looking for a comprehensive tour of Laos, exploring everything from famous cities and scenic areas to some more off the beaten track destinations. We have designed this tour to make the most of the time available to showcase both must-see sights and authentic experiences, allowing you to discover the very best Laos has to offer.

  • Days 1-2
    Fly Overnight to Vientiane
    Days 1-2: Fly Overnight to Vientiane

    Fly overnight to Vientiane, Laos' easy-going capital. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.

    • Dinner
  • Day 3
    Discover Vientiane
    Day 3: Discover Vientiane

    This relaxed little city lies nestled in a languid bend of the Mekong River, close to the Thai border. See the Patuxai Victory Monument, dedicated to those who fought for freedom from French rule, and visit the city's main temples, including Wat Sisaket and Wat Phra Keo. This afternoon, visit a Buddha Park unlike anything else in Laos. Founded by a shamanic priest some 60 years ago, it contains over 200 enormous and eccentric statues of gods, demons and animals from Buddhist and Hindu faith.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 4
    Explore Wat Phou
    Day 4: Explore Wat Phou

    Fly to Pakse. On arrival, explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Wat Phou, a ruined Khmer temple complex set in the beautiful landscapes of Mount Phu Kao. Drive to Khong Island, the largest island of the enchanting Si Phan Don archipelago in the Mekong River, and your home for the next two nights.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 5
    Rivers & Waterfalls
    Day 5: Rivers & Waterfalls

    Around Si Phan Don, meaning '4000 Islands', the pace of life is slow and easy, and the river views are beautiful. See the magnificent Khone Phapheng Waterfall, Southeast Asia's largest by volume. Visit Khone Island by speedboat to discover its French colonial buildings and see Liphi Waterfall, nicknamed the Devil's Corridor.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 6
    Bolaven Plateau
    Day 6: Bolaven Plateau

    Depart Khong Island for Pakse, stopping en route to admire Tad Yuang and Tad Fane waterfalls. Continue up onto the Bolaven Plateau to pay a visit to a coffee plantation and hear about the process of planting, harvesting and roasting the beans. This evening, enjoy dinner at Pakse.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 7
    Pakse to Vang Vieng
    Day 7: Pakse to Vang Vieng

    Fly from Pakse to Vientiane and drive to Vang Vieng, admiring the views as the flat river valleys give way to limestone mountains. On arrival, enjoy lunch and check in at your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 8
    Vang Vieng
    Day 8: Vang Vieng

    Explore Vang Vieng's beautiful countryside, venturing through hillside caves and strolling along the Nam Song River, before enjoying an afternoon at leisure.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 9
    High-speed railway to Luang Prabang
    Day 9: High-speed railway to Luang Prabang

    This morning, hop on the high-speed railway, which will whisk you north to Luang Prabang in just over an hour. This comfortable modern train offers a surprising contrast to the otherwise beautifully rustic country. On arrival, enjoy lunch before an introductory walking tour of this former capital. Visit the country's most famous temple, the gold-covered Wat Xieng Thong, with its Tree of Life mosaic, and the neighbouring Wat Visoun. Visit the Royal Palace, preserved as a museum, and learn about the republic's former royal family.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 10
    Elephant Sanctuary & UXO Visitor Centre
    Day 10: Elephant Sanctuary & UXO Visitor Centre

    Head to Elephant Village, a responsible sanctuary that has been caring for rescued elephants since 2001. Meet these majestic creatures, learn how their mahouts communicate with them, and tour the sanctuary's elephant hospital and museum. Ride a Lao long boat to the Tad Sae waterfall and relax or swim before lunch. Later, visit the UXO Visitor Centre, where you'll learn about the valuable work this organisation is doing to clear rural areas of unexploded wartime bombs from the 1960s and 70s.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 11
    Kuang Si Waterfall & Saa Paper Making
    Day 11: Kuang Si Waterfall & Saa Paper Making

    Rise early to witness the Buddhist ceremony of Takbat, when the monks of Luang Prabang collect alms from the locals. Visit a small art studio to try your hand at the local craft of saa paper making, using pulp and colourful flowers. Later, head out of the city to visit Kuang Si waterfall, with its beautiful cascading waters. Enjoy time here to relax under the shady trees, paddle at the water's edge, or even bathe in the beautiful turquoise pools.

    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Day 12
    Bangkok
    Day 12: Bangkok

    Transfer to the airport for your flight to Bangkok. Enjoy time at leisure in Thailand's capital before this evening's farewell dinner.

    • Breakfast
    • Dinner
  • Day 13
    Fly Bangkok to UK
    Day 13: Fly Bangkok to UK

    Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or following day.

    • Breakfast

We draw from a wide range of hotels on our holidays, each one is chosen to suit the tour you are travelling on meaning your accommodation can range from a smart business hotel in one city to a family run guesthouse in a smaller town. Here are some examples of the type of hotel you can expect to find on this tour.

  • Nights 2
    Sabaidee@Lao Hotel
    Sabaidee@Lao Hotel
    Situated in the heart of Vientiane, the Sabaidee at Lao Hotel is surrounded by popular international restaurants, pubs, souvenirs shops and Lao handicraft stores. The hotel offers 80 deluxe en-suite rooms designed in neo-classical theme, featuring modern amenities including a minibar and TV. The hotels restaurant serves local specialities, as well as Thai, Chinese and Western cuisines. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available.
  • Nights 2
    Pon Arena Hotel
    Pon Arena Hotel
    Situated on the riverfront, The Pon Arena Hotel is a very stylish hotel, featuring beautiful contemporary en-suite rooms with modern amenities including air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Guests are also offered a great range of facilities to ensure a great stay including, a waterfront restaurant, bicycle rental services, and more.
  • Night 1
    Pakse Hotel
    Pakse Hotel
    Located in the centre of Paksé, Paksé H?tel is within walking distance from the Mekong River, shops and VIP bus station to Vientiane. The hotels cosy en-suite rooms all feature modern amenities including TV and free Wi-Fi. The hotels roof-top restaurant offers exceptional panoramic views of the whole city and delicious cuisines.
  • Nights 2
    The Silver Naga
    The Silver Naga
    Ideally situated on the river bank in the heart of town, The Silver Naga Hotel welcomes guests to experience magnificent mountain views and warm hospitality. Each en-suite room features air conditioning, a TV and minibar. Other facilities and services offered at the hotel include an outdoor pool, restaurant, currency exchange and laundry.
  • Nights 3
    Chitchareune Muang Luang Hotel
    Chitchareune Muang Luang Hotel
    In a residential area outside of town near to Dara market and Chao Anouvong Monument, The Chitchareune Muang Luang Hotel provides guests with comfortable en-suite rooms in a quiet location. All rooms are generously sized and feature a TV and telephone. Other amenities include a swimming pool, fantastic restaurant and massage treatments.
  • Night 1
    Golden Tulip Mandison Suites
    Golden Tulip Mandison Suites
    Stylish units with modern dark wood interiors, Golden Tulip features an outdoor pool with poolside dining and a bar. With free , the hotel provides free Wi-Fi and shuttles to BTS Skytrain Station should you wish to explore the city independently.
    • Wi-Fi
    • Swiming Pool
    • Restaurant
    • Bar
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 28°c
  • 13mm
  • Luang Prabang
  • 21°c
  • 15mm
  • Pakse
  • 24°c
  • 2mm
  • Vientiane
  • 22°c
  • 8mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 29°c
  • 20mm
  • Luang Prabang
  • 23°c
  • 19mm
  • Pakse
  • 27°c
  • 8mm
  • Vientiane
  • 24°c
  • 13mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 30°c
  • 42mm
  • Luang Prabang
  • 26°c
  • 30mm
  • Pakse
  • 29°c
  • 20mm
  • Vientiane
  • 27°c
  • 34mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 31°c
  • 91mm
  • Luang Prabang
  • 28°c
  • 108mm
  • Pakse
  • 30°c
  • 76mm
  • Vientiane
  • 29°c
  • 85mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 30°c
  • 248mm
  • Luang Prabang
  • 29°c
  • 147mm
  • Pakse
  • 29°c
  • 223mm
  • Vientiane
  • 29°c
  • 246mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 30°c
  • 157mm
  • Luang Prabang
  • 28°c
  • 258mm
  • Pakse
  • 27°c
  • 420mm
  • Vientiane
  • 28°c
  • 280mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 29°c
  • 175mm
  • Luang Prabang
  • 28°c
  • 228mm
  • Pakse
  • 27°c
  • 383mm
  • Vientiane
  • 28°c
  • 272mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 29°c
  • 219mm
  • Luang Prabang
  • 28°c
  • 289mm
  • Pakse
  • 27°c
  • 524mm
  • Vientiane
  • 28°c
  • 335mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 29°c
  • 334mm
  • Luang Prabang
  • 27°c
  • 173mm
  • Pakse
  • 27°c
  • 298mm
  • Vientiane
  • 28°c
  • 297mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 29°c
  • 292mm
  • Luang Prabang
  • 26°c
  • 126mm
  • Pakse
  • 27°c
  • 100mm
  • Vientiane
  • 27°c
  • 78mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 28°c
  • 50mm
  • Luang Prabang
  • 23°c
  • 40mm
  • Pakse
  • 26°c
  • 19mm
  • Vientiane
  • 25°c
  • 11mm
City Average Temperate Monthly Rainfall
  • Bangkok
  • 27°c
  • 6mm
  • Luang Prabang
  • 20°c
  • 10mm
  • Pakse
  • 25°c
  • 3mm
  • Vientiane
  • 22°c
  • 2mm
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Laos: Top to Toe map

Places Visited: UK - Vientiane (2N) – Khong Island (2N) – Pakse (1N) – Vang Vieng (2N) – Luang Prabang (3N) – Bangkok (1N) - UK

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