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
That Luang, Xaysettha 10009, Laos
Patuxay - Victory Monument
XJC9+6F9 P.D.R, Vientiane 00100, Laos
Wat Sisaket
XJ76+7GG, Ave Lane Xang, Vientiane, Laos
Vientiane Night Food Market
52 Rue Hengboun, Vientiane, Laos
Day 2
Buddha Park (Xieng Khuan) - A unique collection of Buddhist and Hindu sculptures.
Buddha Park (Wat Xieng Khouane Luang)
Deua, Thanon Tha, Vientiane, Laos
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 1 and Phu Kham Cave Vang Vieng
W9GW+G5G, Naka, Laos
Nam Xay Viewpoint
W9FP+CQQ, Naka, Laos
Blue Lagoon 6
W85X+VJ, Vangviang, Laos
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
Nam Song River, Vang Vieng, Laos
Tham Chang
WC6R+2VP, Vang Vieng, Laos
Hot Air Balloon Viewing Area
WF92+G7C, 13, Vang Vieng, Laos
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
Laos
National Museum
27 Ounheun Rd, Luang Prabang, Laos
Phousi Hill
Ban Pakham, Sisavangvong Road, Luang Prabang, Laos
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
FJ4P+CGJ, Sop Ko, Laos
Vieng Kham Market
1C, ບ້ານວຽງຄຳ, Laos
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.
Alms Giving Ceremony in Luang Prabang
V4VQ+FV6, Sakkaline Rd, Luang Prabang, Laos
Boat Ticket Office to Pak Ou Cave
V4WQ+48M, Luang Prabang, Laos
Luang Prabang Night Market
V4QM+XFV, 16 Chaofa Ngum Rd, Luang Prabang, Laos
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.
Museum Muang Sing
55Q2+XCR, 17B, Muang Sing, Laos
Samakkhixay Stupa
2C52+WR5, Luang Namtha, Laos
Water Fall Nam Dee
2C7R+MV8, Luang Namtha, Laos
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.
R782+QWW, Ban Nam Sing Noi, Laos
LuangNamtha Night Market
2C35+6VH, Luang Namtha, Laos