Laos North 🇱🇦
9 Days
-Laos
By Guided Tours
Feb 21, 2025
Northern Laos is a mountainous, scenic region known for its stunning landscapes, rich culture, and adventure opportunities.
Highlights include the UNESCO-listed town of Luang Prabang, famous for its French colonial architecture, Buddhist temples, and the nearby Kuang Si Waterfalls.
The Mekong and Nam Ou Rivers provide opportunities for boat trips and kayaking. The region is also home to Muang Ngoi and Nong Khiaw, peaceful villages surrounded by limestone cliffs.
For adventure seekers, Phongsaly offers trekking through remote hill tribe villages, while the Plain of Jars in Xieng Khouang presents an archaeological mystery. The best time to visit is the dry season (November–April).
Day 1
Pha That Luang - The most important national monument and a symbol of Laos.
Patuxai - Laos' version of the Arc de Triomphe, with great views from the top.
Wat Si Saket - Oldest surviving temple in Vientiane, with thousands of Buddha images.
Mekong Riverside Night Market - Great for souvenirs and street food by the river.
Pha That Luang Vientiane
Patuxay - Victory Monument
Wat Sisaket
Vientiane Night Food Market
Day 2
Buddha Park (Xieng Khuan) - A unique collection of Buddhist and Hindu sculptures.
Buddha Park (Wat Xieng Khouane Luang)
Day 3
Blue Lagoon & Tham Phu Kham Cave - Swimming and a cave holding a golden reclining Buddha.
Nam Xay Viewpoint - A short but steep hike with breathtaking views of karst mountains.
Blue Lagoon 6
Blue Lagoon 1 and Phu Kham Cave Vang Vieng
Nam Xay Viewpoint
Day 4
Tubing on the Nam Song - Float down the river and relax.
Tham Chang Cave - A great viewpoint and an interesting cave to explore.
Hot Air Ballooning - Enjoy incredible views of the surrounding mountains and valley.
Nam Song River
Tham Chang
Hot Air Balloon Viewing Area
Day 5
Kuang Si Waterfalls - A stunning multi-tiered
waterfall with turquoise pools.
Mount Phousi - 360° views over the city, stunning sunrise and sunset.
Royal Palace Museum - Former residence of Lao royalty, now a museum.
Kuang Si Waterfall
National Museum
Day 6
Nam Et-Phou Louey National Park - Excellent eco-tourism, wildlife trekking, and night safaris.
Local Markets - Authentic rural Lao culture exploring village markets.
Riverside Relaxation - Serene natural beauty and riverside views.
Nam Et - Phou Louey National Park
Vieng Kham Market
Day 7
Pak Ou Caves - Caves filled with thousands of Buddha statues, accessible by boat.
Alms Giving Ceremony - Witness the traditional morning alms ritual with Buddhist monks.
Night Market - A fantastic place to shop for unique crafts and souvenirs.
Boat Ticket Office to Pak Ou Cave
Alms Giving Ceremony in Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang Night Market
Day 8
Luang Namtha Stupa - Sacred temple with views of the town.
Ban Nam Dee - Experience the traditional lifestyle of the Lanten ethnic group.
Muang Sing - A remote town with diverse ethnic communities and stunning landscapes.
Samakkhixay Stupa
Water Fall Nam Dee
Museum Muang Sing
Day 9
Nam Ha National Protected Area - One of the best places in Laos for jungle trekking, kayaking, and ethnic village visits.
Local Night Market - Try local specialties like bamboo soup and grilled meats.
Nam Ha National Bio-Diversity Conservation Area.
