Laos remains Southeast Asia's most enchanting destination that's carpeted in luminous jungle and dotted with crumbling colonial towns and hill-tribe villages. Laos moves at a slow pace so tourism and development is very much in its infancy; this has helped preserve the most pristine landscapes, shimmering temples and authentic villages ripe for exploring on foot, by bicycle or by boat.
Stuck in isolation for many years, Laos is a country often overlooked in favour of its more popular neighbours Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. This has left a country undiluted by tourism and one that is rich in culture and the most glorious jungle-clad mountainous scenery. For many its old fashioned charm and mighty Mekong river make it the highlight of Indochina. Despite a tiny population, the country is hugely diverse with half of the population living in small hill-tribe villages. These are at their best in the undulating hills of Northern Laos; its here you'll find some of Southeast Asia's most untouched communities colourfully adorned in their unique dress. This part of Laos also offers some of the best trekking opportunities in Indochina. A little further south is Luang Prabang, Laos' undisputed highlight that's brimming with gilded temples, colonial villas and monks wrapped in deep saffron robes. Along the quiet walkways you'll find chic French cafes, quirky boutiques, and within a short drive there's elephant experiences and cascading emerald waterfalls. Travelling further south the landscape becomes flatter but no less beautiful. Here you'll find Vat Phou Temple, the rare Irrawaddy dolphin, the Bolaven Plateau and sleepy island life. Laos really is one of the most bewildering, diverse and welcoming destinations we know of and now is the time to go.
This private journey, with an emphasis on beautiful boutique hotels, takes in Laos' major highlights including the riverside capital Vientiane, the glorious 4000 Islands in the south, and Luang Prabang, Laos' UNESCO protected mountain town, and unofficial cultural capital that's full of old world charm.
Explore one of Southeast Asia’s best kept secrets by spending four wonderful nights right in the heart of Laos. This action-packed itinerary will introduce you to Luang Prabang, the gorgeous UNESCO World Heritage town nestled high in the mountains and home to glittering temples with low sweeping roofs and saffron-clad monks walking the streets.
This is a wonderfully varied family journey through Laos and Thailand, taking in the sleepy streets of picturesque Luang Prabang, spending some time at a family friendly resort in Bangkok, then walking with elephants in Khao Sok National Park before finishing on the beach in Koh Lanta. This trip is perfect for the December and March school...
From the capital city of Vientiane to the hill tribes of Muang La, from the sparkling temples of Luang Prabang to the soaring mountain scenery of Nong Khiaw, this itinerary really showcases Laos' fairy-tale landscapes, exotic temples and colonial history while giving you a unique insight into one of Asia’s least travelled countries.
Discover the UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang in Laos, arguably the most picturesque town in Asia with sparkling temples and old colonial merchant's houses. Venture to Cambodia to explore the cultural wonders and crumbling ruins of Angkor and luxuriate on the idyllic beaches of Phuket in Thailand on this ten-night journey exploring Asia...
Discover the cultural gems of Luang Prabang in Laos and Siem Reap in Cambodia on this relaxed eight-night journey. Start in sleepy Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage town with quiet roads lined with wooden houses and temples, and then finish in Siem Reap, a lively tourist town, minutes away from the tranquil ruins of the Angkor temple complex.
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