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18 to 35s Essential Thailand & Laos

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Tour Overview

Get ready to uncover the rich culture, mouth-watering cuisine and thrilling adventures that await you on this 10-day trip in Thailand and Laos. Between plates of traditional Laotian barbecue and street food favourites at night markets, you’ll visit the villages of Pua and Muang Ngeun, hike up Wat Phu Si for sunset panoramas and cruise down the Mekong River. Plus, you’ll have heaps of free time to make the trip your own – you could take a dip in the refreshing cascades of Kuang Si waterfall or explore the caves of Vang Vieng. You'll do it all with a new group of friends and a local leader who can always point you in the right direction.

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Trip Code: TLYL

Start

Chiang Mai

End

Vientiane

Destination

Lao Pdr

Meals

8 breakfasts, 1 dinners

Transport

Public bus, Slow boat, Private vehicle, Songthaew, Tuk-tuk, Train

Accommodation

Guesthouse (4 nights), Hotel (4 nights), Resort (1 night)

Days

10

Max Group Size

Min 1 - Max 16

Min Age

18

Style

Basici

Physical

2i

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Head out on a sunset hike to Wat Phu Si in Luang Prabang for some epic views over Phu Si Mountain. After the sun descends, head to Talad Mued Night Market for a barbecue feast – a local favourite.

  • Chill out with loads of free time to wander at your own pace. You might explore Kuang Si Waterfalls for a refreshing swim, visit the gentle giants of MandaLao Elephant Conservation or go kayaking on the gorgeous Nam Song River.

  • Join a hands-on workshop at a local chocolate farm where you'll craft your own chocolate creations while learning about the farm's waste management program.

  • Learn about the ongoing impact of the Vietnam War in Laos on a visit to COPE, an organisation dedicated to assisting those who have been affected by unexploded ordnances (bombs and grenades) left from the war.

  • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city of Luang Prabang. Rise with the sun and watch saffron-robed monks shuffle between houses, where the faithful wait with offerings as part of an almsgiving ritual.

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included

Inclusions and activities

Meals

8 breakfasts, 1 dinners

Transport

Public bus, Slow boat, Private vehicle, Songthaew, Tuk-tuk, Train

Accommodation

Guesthouse (4 nights), Hotel (4 nights), Resort (1 night)

Included activities

  • Nan – Orientation Tour
  • Pua – Hand Weaving Demonstration
  • Pua - Cocoa Valley Visit and Workshop
  • Muang Ngern – Local Village Visit
  • Luang Prabang - orientation walk

Optional activities

    Is This Trip Right for You?

    Is this trip right for you?

    • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

    • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

    • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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