Laos Expedition: Sacred Stupas & Limestone Wonders 09 Days

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Overview

Start/End: Vientiane/Pakse
Route: Vientiane - Kong Lor - Thakhek - Pakse - Tadlo - Wat Phou - Khong Island - 4000 Islands (Si Phan Don)
Duration: 09 Days
Theme: Authentic, Mountain & Minority, Culture and Heritage, Nature & Discover
Tour type: Private tour
Tour schedule: Daily departure
Tour guide in: English, Français

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Embark on a nine-day journey through the heart of Laos, where natural wonders and cultural heritage come alive. Begin in Vientiane, the capital of Laos, with visits to ancient temples and iconic landmarks. From there, venture south to uncover hidden treasures like the 7-kilometer-long Kong Lor Cave and the dramatic karst landscapes of Phou Hin Boun. Experience thrilling adventures at Phou Pha Marn’s limestone forest and explore mystical caves in Thakhek. Discover the Bolaven Plateau's stunning waterfalls and local ethnic villages, followed by a visit to the historic Wat Phou temple. Conclude with a pleasant boat tour of the 4000 Islands, marveling at the majestic Khone Phapheng waterfall, before departing from Pakse. This itinerary offers a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and natural scenery.

Itinerary

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Day 1Sat, Feb 22, 2025
Vientiane
Pickup at Vientiane airport, transfer to hotel, and explore the city's highlights if time permits.
Upon your arrival in Vientiane, the capital of Laos, our driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel.
If time permits, We begin our tour of Vientiane's major attractions. Our first stop is Wat Sisaket, the city’s oldest temple, home to thousands of miniature Buddha statues. Next, we visit the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo, which once housed the renowned Emerald Buddha. On the way to That Luang Stupa, Laos' most sacred national monument, you’ll have the chance to photograph the impressive Patuxay Monument, often referred to as Vientiane’s Arc de Triomphe.
Included:
English speaking guide
Transportation
Entrance fees
Lao Orchid Hotel(Superior Room)
Chao Anou Road, Watchan Village, Chanthabouly District, Vientiane, Laos
http://www.lao-orchid.com
Day 2Sun, Feb 23, 2025
Vientiane - Kong Lor
Discover Prabhat Ponsan ancient stupa, enjoy stunning views from Khoun Kham, and stay at Kong Lor village.
You will be picked up from your hotel in Vientiane this morning and head south along Route 13. Along the way, we will stop at Prabhat Ponsan, an ancient stupa dating back to the 15th century. This site is also home to an ancient Buddha footprint, discovered in 1933, which has since become an important religious landmark in Laos.
After lunch, we continue into Khammouane Province, passing through a scenic mountainous region. We’ll pause at a viewpoint near Khoun Kham to take in stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. From there, we proceed to Kong Lor village, where you will spend the night.
Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: B
Transportation
Entrance fees
SpringRiver Resort(Bungalow)
Ban Tiou Village, Khammouane, Laos
Day 3Mon, Feb 24, 2025
Kong Lor
Take a long-tail boat to explore Kong Lor cave.
We'll take a long-tail boat into the famous Kong Lor Cave. Stretching over 7 kilometers, the cave features an awe-inspiring cavern more than 100 meters high. After navigating through this natural wonder, we stop for lunch in a remote village on the far side of the cave. We then make our way back to the hotel, arriving before sunset.
Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: B
Boat: Kong Lor
Entrance fees
SpringRiver Resort(Bungalow)
Ban Tiou Village, Khammouane, Laos
Day 4Tue, Feb 25, 2025
Kong Lor - Thakhek
Immerse yourself in the limestone forest of Phou Hin Boun, participate in a zipline, spider net, and discover Thakhek cave.
We'll set off by road to Phu Pha Marn – The Rock Viewpoint. This viewpoint serves as the gateway to the Phou Hin Boun National Protected Area, a hidden world of ancient karst forests, breathtaking vistas, and endemic wildlife in central Laos. Here, you’ll immerse yourself in one of Asia’s largest limestone forests with an exciting itinerary of zip lines, spider nets, and canopy walks.
We begin our adventure with a thrilling zipline ride, soaring across a stunning valley. From there, we tackle an exhilarating circuit featuring via ferrata routes, suspension bridges, additional zip lines, and a spider net. The experience culminates with a spectacular final zip line ride across the rock formations, leading back to the Phou Pha Marn Visitor Center, where you can relax and enjoy the views from Khop Chai Der Restaurant.
After the adventure, we transfer to Thakhek to visit Nang Aen Cave, a vast cavern located 15 km east of the town, just 1 km south of Route 12 along "Cave Alley." The central chamber of this remarkable cave rises 30 meters high and is steeped in legend, named after the mythical orphan Nang Samounta.
Next, we visit Tha Falang, a site once used as a boat ferry crossing by the French during the colonial era.
Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: B
Transportation
Entrance fees
Inthira Thakhek Hotel(Suite Room)
79, Unit 4 – Anou Road, Ban Thakhek Kang, Khammouane, Laos
https://inthirahotels.com/thakhek
Day 5Wed, Feb 26, 2025
Thakhek - Pakse
Visit Pha That Sikhottabong temple, then travel to Pakse.
This morning, we will explore the town of Thakaek, including a visit to Pha That Sikhottabong, one of the most renowned temples in the area. This temple is part of a monastery that dates back to the 19th century. After our visit, we will continue our drive to Pakse.
Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: B
Transportation
Entrance fees
Pakse hotel(Superior)
No. 5 Ban Wat Luang, Pakse 1600 Laos, Pakse, Laos
Day 6Thu, Feb 27, 2025
Pakse - Tadlo
Discover Tad Fan and Tad Lo waterfalls, visit villages of the Alak, Nge, Katu, and learn about their culture.
This morning, you'll be met and driven west to the Bolaven Plateau, known for its cooler climate due to its elevation above the Mekong Valley. The area is renowned for its many waterfalls, including the stunning Tad Fan, which we’ll visit. Tad Fan features twin cascades plunging into a deep gorge surrounded by lush vegetation—a truly breathtaking sight.
Exploring the plateau offers a refreshing escape from the heat and a chance to observe the cultivation of coffee, tea, cardamom, bananas, and other crops along the way. We’ll then arrive at Tad Lo, home to another beautiful waterfall and several ethnic minority communities. Here, we'll visit the villages of the Alak, Nge, and Katu people before checking into your hotel.
Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: B
Transportation
Entrance fees
Sabaidee Valey(Deluxe Villa)
Km.33 16E road Paksong Champasak, Laos, Pak Nam Noy, Laos
http://www.sabaideevalley.com/
Day 7Fri, Feb 28, 2025
Tadlo - Wat Phou - Khong Island
Transfer to Khong Island and explore Wat Phou temple.
We set off for Khong Island. Along the way, we visit the remarkable pre-Angkorian ruins of Wat Phu, a temple dramatically perched in one of Southeast Asia's most stunning locations. After enjoying lunch at your own pace, we’ll continue our drive to Khong Island.
Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: B
Transportation
Entrance fees
Pon Arena Hotel(Deluxe Room)
Don Khong Laos, Khong Island, Laos
https://ponarena-hotel.com
Day 8Sat, Mar 1, 2025
Khong Island - 4000 Islands (Si Phan Don) - Pakse
Have a long-tail boat trip, discover Liphi and Khone Phapheng waterfalls, and return to Pakse
We head out to explore the surrounding countryside and embark on a long-tail boat tour of the Don Khone area. Along the way, we visit remnants from the French colonial period and the stunning Liphi Waterfall, also known as the "Corridor of the Devil". We then return to the mainland at the fishing village of Ban Nakasang and continue our journey south to Khone Phapheng, the largest waterfall by volume in Southeast Asia. This awe-inspiring natural wonder is surrounded by wildlife, making it one of the most breathtaking spots in Laos. Finally, we’ll drive back to Pakse.
Included:
English speaking guide
Meal: B
Boat: Khong island
Transportation
Entrance fees
Pakse hotel(Superior)
No. 5 Ban Wat Luang, Pakse 1600 Laos, Pakse, Laos
Day 9Sun, Mar 2, 2025
Pakse
Transfer to airport
You'll be transferred to Pakse airport for your departure flight.
Included:
Meal: B
Transportation

Inclusions

English speaking tour guide following itinerary
All entrance fees and tickets mention on itinerary
Selected Accommodations with daily breakfast
Boat: Kong Lor, Khong island
Transportation
Meal: Breakfast: 08
Service charges and Taxes

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International flight from/to your country
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Tipping and Gratuities
Other not mentioned in the program

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Start/End: Vientiane / Pakse
Route: Vientiane - Kong Lor - Thakhek - Pakse - Tadlo - Wat Phou - 4000 Islands (Si Phan Don)
Tour type: Private tour
Tour guide in: English, Français
Theme: Authentic, Mountain & Minority, Culture and Heritage, Nature & Discover
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