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Mekong Rhythms & Indochine Serenity in Luang Prabang
The Essence of Laos
Laos invites you to slow down: saffron-robed alms processions at sunrise, hidden jungle waterfalls, and slow luxury river journeys along the Mekong.
Laos is not just for active adventure seekers – it is also great for families or visitors who just want to relax in style. Enjoy kayaking and boat rides that everyone can enjoy, or sit back and relax at one of the luxury hotels in Laos, where they will provide exceptional services and excursions organized and led by experts. Let our travel experts help with all of your planning and enjoy every bit of adventure this amazing country has to offer.
Our Favorite Journeys
Laos, at Its Best Right Now
Northern Laos Adventure
12 DAYS
Northern Laos Adventure: Rivers, Jungles & Tribes Discover the spectacular scenery and rich culture of Northern Laos on this adventure-filled journey of trekkin
Luang Prabang to Hanoi & Halong Bay
9 DAYS
Luang Prabang to Hanoi & Halong Bay Discover the highlights of northern Laos and Vietnam on this exciting tour! Start in Vientiane, Laos’s sleepy riverside capi
Luxury Indochina Experience by Private Jet
12 Days
Luxury Indochina Experience by Private Jet Experience Southeast Asia in luxury and comfort aboard a private jet. Begin your journey in Bangkok, where you can vi
Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang is the ancient town situated in northern Laos. In 1995, it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. The global body described it as an outstandi
DiscoverVientiane
Vientiane, the capital of Laos, is a peaceful city on the Mekong River. With a population of around 610,000, it’s small compared to Bangkok or Hanoi. The city h
DiscoverVang Vieng
Located on the Nam Song River, Vang Vieng is a tourism-oriented town in Laos. It takes about four hours ride to the north from the capital Vientiane to Vang Vie
DiscoverSi Phan Don (4000 Islands)
Si Phan Don, or the 4000 Islands, is a peaceful destination in southern Laos. This unique area, with its breathtaking islands and sandbanks, is shaped by the se
DiscoverPakbeng
Being located between Huay Xai and Luang Prabang, Pakbeng used to grand the Mekong as the only major transport route in the country. Nowadays, Pakbeng has devel
DiscoverPha That Luang
Located on a hill about three miles northeast of the centre of Vientiane, Pha That Luang (The Great Stupa or Sacred Reliquary) is considered as the most importa
DiscoverTham Jang
Located southwest of Vang Vieng in Laos, Tham Jang (or Tham Chang) is Vang Vieng’s most famous of the caves. In the early 19th century the cave was used as a bu
DiscoverTham Xang
Located in a scenic karst area to the northeast of Thakaek, Tham Xang (or Elephant Cave) is one of many famous caves known for its remarkable limestone formatio
DiscoverWat Sisaket
Located to the northwest of Haw Phra Kaew near the Presidental Palace, Wat Sisaket is considered as Vientiane’s oldest surviving monastery. It is a Buddhist wat
DiscoverHongsa
Hongsa is a district of Xayabury province in the northern of Laos. About 130 kilometers far from Luang Prabang, Hongsa is a small valley wrapped around by mount
DiscoverXieng Khouang
Xieng Khouang is located in the Xieng Khouang Plateau in the north-east of Laos. Xieng Khouang in Laos language means ‘Horizontal city’. It is quite small provi
DiscoverWat Phou
Wat Phou (or Vat Phu) in Lao language means ‘temple on the mountain’ is one of the oldest archaeological site in Laos. This temple is located in Champassak prov
DiscoverYour Route Through Laos
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