Laos holidays - Sample itineraries

Laos holidays Suggested itineraries in Laos

Laos holiday itineraries are individual, independent trips lasting 2 to 3 weeks. These itineraries were created by combining several short travel experiences (adventure tours) that complement each other. Accommodation for your Laos holiday was selected after being visited by our travel specialists. We select well maintained, charming accommodation options typical for the area being visited; preferably in a central location or near the areas attractions. For more information have a look at our accommodation web page. 

Please note that these prices do not include international air travel. Prices may vary over Christmas and during the peak travel months July and August. At the bottom of this web page, you'll find general information on our Laos holidays. If you have any questions, please call or email us. If you would like to book a Laos itinerary, please fill out our online booking form.

Laos holidays summary

Laos itinerary - Riding an elephant

Laos holidays # 1
Elephants and Treks in Northern Laos - 17 days
Duration 17 days/ 16 nights
Price £753 per person - based on 2 people
Transport Car, bus, train, domestic flight
Departure Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays
Laos itinerary - Temple at dawn

Route: Bangkok - Chiang Rai - Luang Namtha - Luang Prabang - Mahout elephant camp - Vang Vieng - Vientiane - Bangkok

This short Laos itinerary features the most interesting, exciting and adventurous north Laos attractions. You'll kick off your holiday in Bangkok, where you can wander through the bright light of Khao San Road and visit the Golden Palace before heading to north to Chiang Mai, where you'll begin an adventurous trek through the wild landscape at Namtha on the Thai border. Next you'll travel to the Laotian city at the top of most travellers' must-see list for Laos: Luang Prabang. While in town, go on a bike ride through town and take care of elephants at the elephant refuge, an unforgettable experience. Next, you'll visit Vang Vieng, the place to be for outdoor enthusiasts, before heading south along the Mekong River to Vientiane. Finally, you'll complete the loop by travelling back to Bangkok, where your itinerary ends. Accommodation varies from cosy guest houses to basic home stays and charming bungalows. Your Laos holiday begins and ends in Bangkok, which means you can take advantage of affordable and efficient international flights. 

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Laos itinerary - Colourful ceremony
Laos adventure travel - Village children

Laos holidays # 2
Laos Highlights and Tropical Beaches - (20 days)
Duration 20 days/ 19 nights
Price £1016 per person - based on 2 people
Transport Train, bus, car, domestic flight
Departure Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays
Laos adventure travel - Beautiful beach
Route: Bangkok - Vientiane - Luang Prabang - Boloven Plateau - Khong Island - Ko Chang

This Laos holiday itinerary is perfect for travellers who want to see as much of the country as possible and want to end their trip on a relaxing sandy beach. Start off in booming Bangkok where you'll board the overnight train to the border. Via the capital city of Vientiane you’ll travel on to the green hills of northern Laos.  Here you’ll visit Luang Prabang which is considered to be one of the most enjoyable cities in Laos by many travellers. Wander through the cheerful streets, visit the evening market in search of souvenirs and visit one of the many colourful temples. You’ll also make a short trekking and stay overnight with the local hill tribes.

After Vientiane, you'll head south. Southern Laos is known for its green rainforests, plunging waterfalls and the mighty Mekong River. Finally you'll cross the border at Pakse into Thailand where you can spend the last days of your trip relaxing on the white beaches of Ko Chang.

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Laos adventure travel - Monks
Indochina itinerary - Ride an elephant!

Laos holidays # 3


Indochina loop - 29 days
Duration 29 days / 28 nights
Price £1485 per person - based on 2 people
Transport Plane, (mini)bus, boat, train
Departure Departs Bangkok on Tuesday
Indochina itinerary - Sapa in Vietnam
Route: Bangkok (Thailand) - Vientiane (Laos) - Luang Prabang - Hanoi (Vietnam) - Sapa - Halong Bay - Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi tunnels - Mekong Delta - Phnom Penh (Cambodia) - Siem Reap - Angkor Wat

Travel across four countries in four weeks and discover a fascinating mix of cultural highlights, historic monuments and natural beauty and experience the richness in culture and tradition of the four Asian countries that together make up Indochina. Starting in Bangkok you’ll travel through the green rice paddies to Laos and across the highlands to the serene town of Luang Prabang where you’ll be woken to the sound of chiming temple bells. Then it’s into the jungle to train as a mahout and help wash the elephants. In Hanoi you’ll get your first taste of the energy of Vietnam before boarding a wooden junk and sailing through the magical world of Halong Bay. Next it’s the green fields of Sapa and the harrowing tunnels of Cu Chi in Ho Chi Minh City, before sailing to Cambodia through the Mekong Delta. Via the Killing Fields of Phonm Penh you’ll wander among the overgrown temples of Angkor Wat before ending up back in Bangkok almost a month later.

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Indochina itinerary - Angkor Wat

If you have any questions, special requests or if you would like us to arrange flights for your Laos holidays, call or e-mail us. If one of the Laos itineraries above meets your travel needs perfectly, then complete a booking form and book your holiday today.

Laos holiday itineraries - general information

What is included in our Laos holidays?
- Your accommodation including breakfast (except during the Namtha trail).
- Transportation as described in the day-to-day itinerary. 
- Excursions and organised visits, some with a guide. See the itinerary outline. 
- If necessary, 24-hour assistance from our local agent. 

What is not included in our Laos holidays? 
- International flights. These can be booked separately: see flights to Laos.
- Other meals such as lunch and dinner are at your own expense.
- Optional excursions
- Travel Insurance

Laos itinerary changes?
Naturally you can adjust our Laos itineraries to reflect your own preferences. Perhaps you would like to extend a stay or request a transfer for another location. Let us know what your special requests are on the quote request form and we'll send you adjusted quote. There are many different combinations possible and we look forward to helping you find the right itinerary for you. Naturally you can always call or e-mail us if you have any questions. 


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