Xieng Khouang Holidays

Experience three of Laos most exciting destinations across this six day trip, including the vibrant capital of Vientiane, the mystifying archaeological site “Plain of Jars”, and the ancient town of Luang Prabang. This adventure will unveil the jewels of Vientiane, including Wat Sisaket - the oldest temple in the city, the former royal temple of Haw Pha Kaew, Patouxai and the Luang Stupa. We will shop at the city’s vibrant morning market and get a taste local life along the mighty Mekong river. We will travel to the Xieng Khouang Plateau to visit the mystifying “Plain of Jars” archaeological site, driving through stunning scenery until we reach the charming town of Luang Prabang. In the town, we will discover ancient temples and sacred monuments, including Wat Visoun - where we can climb the 318 steps to the golden stupa - and the former Royal Palace. We will venture to the mysterious Pakou caves, visiting small traditional villages to see local craft-making and meet hill-tribe communities. We will relax and swim at the spectacular 60 metre high Kuang Si Waterfalls.

Experience the best of Laos with this epic two week adventure taking in the bustling capital city, ancient towns, charming villages, life on the Mekong River and spectacular natural scenery. This tour will commence in the ancient town of Luang Prabang, where we will see ancient temples, sacred monuments and colonial architecture. We will travel to the mysterious Pakou caves by bicycle, stopping at small traditional villages to see local craft-making and meet hill-tribe communities. We will journey to mystifying “Plain of Jars” archaeological site, also taking in the tranquil village of Van Vieng, and visiting various spectacular caves in the surrounding countryside. We will see Vientiane’s most treasured sites, including the oldest temple in the city and the former royal temple. From the city, we will take a scenic journey towards the Namsanam Waterfall and the Khong Lor Cave, which can be explored by boat. We will then venture south to Pakse, via the historic town of Savanakhet, where we can visit the oldest and largest monastery in southern Laos. From Pakse, we can trek between the Taldo Waterfalls, learning about local life and nature on the way. Our journey continues to the Boloven Plateau where we will see charming villages, dramatic waterfalls and a coffee plantation. We will travel by traditional boat along the Mekong river, taking in the lush islands of the archipelago and visiting the largest waterfall in Southeast Asia. Our journey ends with a visit to former royal capital of Champasak, where we will see the Wat Phou Temple complex.

Visit the most beautiful natural sites in Lao, stopping at ancient towns and the bustling capital city on your journey. This tour commences in Vientiane, where we will see the city’s most important sites, including Wat Sisaket, the oldest temple in Vientiane, and the former royal temple of Haw Pha Kaew. We will shop at the city’s vibrant morning market and get a taste of local life along the mighty Mekong river. We will journey to the tranquil village of Van Vieng, which is surrounded by beautiful mountainous scenery, and visit various spectacular caves in the area. We can walk to Phatthao Village and meet the Hmong hill-tribe community living there. We will travel to the Xieng Khouang Plateau, to see the mystifying “Plain of Jars” archaeological site. We will venture on to the picturesque town of Sam Neua, from which we will visit the fascinating cave complex at Vieng Xai, which sheltered around 20,000 people from bombing during the second Indochina war. We will explore the picturesque riverside town of Nong Khiaw, where we will trek to the famous 100 Waterfalls. We will visit the mysterious Pakou Caves, stopping at small, rural villages to see traditional craft-making. In the charming town of Luang Prabang, we will discover ancient monuments and temples, including the sacred monument of Wat Visoun, the temples of Wat Xieng Thong and Wat Mai, and the former Royal Palace. We will trek to the spectacular 60 meter high Kuang Si Waterfalls, to relax and swim, with an opportunity to also visit a nearby bear sanctuary.