Experience a lesser-known side of Laos beyond the main tourist routes. Starting in Vientiane, this 10-day journey combines nature, trekking, local village experiences, adventure activities and tranquil lakeside stays across Phou Khao Khuay, Nam Ngum Lake, Vang Vieng and Muang Feuang.
Explore the forests of Phou Khao Khuay National Park, trek to waterfalls, learn about local flora and wildlife, and experience a traditional homestay in Ban Hatkhay. Continue to Nam Pien Yorla Pa for trekking and ziplining before heading to the peaceful shores of Nam Ngum Lake for kayaking, village encounters and a scenic lunch cruise.
The journey continues through the limestone landscapes of Vang Vieng, including caves, the Blue Lagoon, a Nam Song River cruise and a sunset hot-air balloon ride. Finish in the quieter surroundings of Muang Feuang, with a morning alms-giving experience, leisure time and a cultural visit to Sinxayaram Temple before returning to Vientiane.
Trip overview
Day 1: Vientiane – Phou Khao Khuay National Park
Day 2: Trekking to Tad Leuk – Nam Pien Yorla Pa
Day 3: Nam Pien Yorla Pa – Trekking & Zipline
Day 4: Nam Pien Yorla Pa – Ban Thaheua
Day 5: Ban Thaheua – Kayaking Experience
Day 6: Nam Ngum Lake Lunch Cruise – Vang Vieng
Day 7: Vang Vieng Exploration – Hot-Air Balloon
Day 8: Pha Nam Xay Viewpoint – Muang Feuang
Day 9: Morning Alms Giving – Leisure Day
Day 10: Muang Feuang – Sinxayaram Temple – Vientiane – Departure
HIGHLIGHTS
- Trek through Phou Khao Khuay National Park
- Orchid Trek and Tad Say Waterfall
- Traditional Ban Hatkhay homestay
- Trekking along the Nam Leuk River
- Swim at Tad Sang Waterfall
- Jungle adventure and 8-course zipline at Nam Pien Yorla Pa
- Kayaking around Nam Ngum Lake
- Visit Houy Pa Mom village and experience traditional hand-weaving
- Nam Ngum Lake lunch cruise and local fishing experiences
- Explore Tham Jang, Tham Nangfa (Angel Cave) and Blue Lagoon
- Nam Song River long-tail boat experience
- Sunset hot-air balloon ride over Vang Vieng
- Sunrise hike to Nam Xay Viewpoint
- Discover peaceful Muang Feuang
- Morning alms-giving experience on the Nam Song River
- Visit Sinxayaram Temple
Trip Inclusion
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- Accommodation in twin/double shared rooms
- Boat trips as stated in the itinerary
- English-speaking guide
- Admission fees to indicated sights
- Meals as specified in the program
- Government tax and service charge
- Luggage handling
- Drinking water
Trip Exclusions
- Visa stamping fee on arrival
- Flights, quoted separately if required
- Travel insurance
- Single-room supplement
- Foreign-language guide
- Peak-season or special-event rates
- Tips, drinks and personal expenses
- 10% VAT if payment is transferred into the company's bank account
Advisory
- The itinerary is subject to change depending on confirmed flights, road conditions and room availability.
- Accommodation in remote areas may have more limited facilities and may not meet the standards expected from conventional city hotels.
- Prices are subject to change in case of VAT or other tax increases and USD currency fluctuations.
Tour itinerary