Landlocked gem! Laos peaceful Southeast Asian country offers French colonial architecture, Buddhist temples, Mekong River, slow pace. Luang Prabang UNESCO town gilded temples, monks alms giving dawn, Kuang Si turquoise waterfalls swimming, night market. Vang Vieng karst mountains tubing Nam Song River, Blue Lagoon, caves, rock climbing. Vientiane capital That Luang golden stupa, Patuxai Arc, Buddha Park sculptures. Mekong slow boat cruises, village homestays. Lao cuisine sticky rice, laap. Authentic Southeast Asia, budget-friendly, kind people.
Day 1:
Arrive Luang Prabang, Wat Xieng Thong golden temple, evening night market|
Day 2:
Optional 5:30 AM monks alms, Wat Mai, Royal Palace Museum, Mt. Phousi sunset climb 328 steps|
Day 3:
Kuang Si Waterfall turquoise pools swim, bear rescue center, Pak Ou Caves boat Buddha statues|
Day 4:
Optional cooking class, drive Vang Vieng (230km, 6hrs scenic), evening riverside|
Day 5:
Vang Vieng tubing Nam Song River karst scenery, Blue Lagoon, Tham Chang Cave|
Day 6:
Optional hot air balloon or kayaking, drive Vientiane (150km)|
Day 7:
Vientiane That Luang golden stupa, Patuxai, Buddha Park Xieng Khuan sculptures, Mekong sunset, departure