Laos tours in 2023: Where to visit and what to expect

Laos tours will take you one surprise after another as you discover the land of stunning landscapes, marvelous mountains and majestic golden temples. When visiting Laos, you will have a chance to go on a trip full of adventure and have an authentic experience like you’ve never had before. Let’s take a look at some of the best tours in Laos in 2023 that Sao La Tours have introduced below.

Luang Prabang Highlights (4 Days / 3 Nights) – Explore the old capital of Laos

Day 1: Have dinner at an elegant restaurant that serves Lao food, then go downstream to enjoy the interpretation of traditional Lao dancers.

Day 2: Observe the ceremony of monks collecting offerings the citizens of Luang Prabang. Pay a visit to the Morning Market, where they sell all kinds of local ingredients. Go on a cruise along the Mekong river to admire the countryside scenery and Pak Ou Caves and continue your journey to visit Ban Xang Hai village. In the afternoon, discover the National Museum, the stupa of Wat Mai and Wat Xieng Thong. Hike up the Phousi Mount to admire the Mekong River above. Stroll through the Street Night Bazaar.

Day 3: Visit the Elephant Village Camp, listen to a short introduction about elephants and interact with the elephants yourself. Experience bathing the elephants in the Nam Khan river. Go on a boat along the Tad Sae Waterfall for ultimate relaxation moments.

Day 4: Free time in Luang Prabang to enjoy Lao Massage, relax at a café or visit other ancient temples.

Explore the Beauty of Laos (9 Days / 8 Nights) - Best Laos tours in 2023

Day 1: Overnight in Vientiane.

Day 2: Discover the highlights of Vientiane, among which the Wat Sisaket, Wat Prakeo, That Luang Stupa, Patuxay Monument and Talat Sao Morning Market.

Day 3: Free time in Laos’ capital to relax at your hotel or walk along the streets to immerse yourself in the local’s daily life. Depart for Xieng Khuang, where you can see the remnants of the American bombing.

Day 4: Stroll around the Central Market of Phonsavanh and stop by for a quick visit to the bomb exhibition room UXO MAG Museum. Continue your trip to the ancient capital of Muang Khoun Province the the villages of Tai Dam and Hmong minorities.

Day 5: Depart for Luang Prabang and have a tea break at Sala Phoukhoun. Continue your journey to visit Luang Prabang.

Day 6: Explore the National Museum, where they preserve important artifacts that tell the story of Lao culture. Your city tour will continue with visiting the shrine of Wat Mai and Wat Aham and the stupa of Wat Visoun. Discover the Wat Sene temple and Wat Xieng Thong. Hike up to Phousi Mount peak and wrap up your day by visiting the Street Night Bazaar.

Day 7: Visit Pak Ou cave and stop by at the village of Ban Xang Khai.

Day 8: Explore Kuangsi Waterfall, Talad Phosi market, Ban Na Oune village and the village of Khmu minority group.

Day 9: Free time in Luang Prabang to relax or explore more hidden gems of the city.

Hidden Charm of Northern Laos (10 Days / 9 Nights) – Discover authentic Laos

Day 1: Have dinner at an elegant restaurant that serves Lao food, then go downstream to enjoy the interpretation of traditional Lao dancers. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 2: Observe the ceremony of monks collecting offerings the citizens of Luang Prabang. Go on a city tour to visit the National Museum, Wat Visoun, Wat Aham, Wat Mai. Explore the Wat Sene temple, Wat Xieng Thong and go on a hike to the Phousi Mount. Round up your night by discovering the Street Night Bazaar.

Day 3: Visit Pak Ou Caves, Ban Xang Hai village and Kuang Si Waterfalls.

Day 4: Travel to northwestern Laos to discover other hidden charms of Laos. Continue your journey to Nam Ou river and stay in a riverside resort.

Day 5: Cruise along Nam Ou river in a traditional boat.

Day 6: Free time in Muong La to relax and enjoy yourself or participate in different activities, such as attend a cooking class, ride a bike/motorbike along the remote routes or explore the villages of ethnic minorities.

Day 7: Pay a visit to the minority villages of Ban Nam Dee and Tai Dam, and then continue your journey to the golden temple.

Day 8: Discover a local market in Muong Sing and Akha minority’s village. Stop by to observe Waterfalls while on the way back to Luang Nam Tha.

Day 9: Visita a local market in Luang Nam Tha and head back to Luang Prabang.

Day 10: Free in Luang Prabang.

Above are some of the best Laos tours in 2023 to satisfy your wanderlust. Don’t forget that Sao La Tours is always here to help you plan the most perfect trip you can get in Laos. Our long-years experienced staff always provide customers with the best service on the travel market in Southeast Asia.