11 day holiday

Vientiane, Pakse, Vat Phou Cruise, Luang Prabang

This compact 11-day journey through Laos offers a rich mix of culture, nature and river life, beginning in the tranquil capital of Vientiane. You’ll explore its colonial charm, ornate temples and relaxed riverfront atmosphere before heading south to Pakse and the lush Bolaven Plateau, known for its cool climate and dramatic waterfalls. A real highlight follows with a two-night cruise aboard the Vat Phou, sailing along the Mekong through the 4,000 Islands region to the evocative, jungle-fringed ruins of Vat Phou – a pre-Angkorian temple complex with a haunting beauty.

The adventure continues with a short flight north to Luang Prabang, one of Southeast Asia’s most enchanting towns. With its tree-lined streets, golden temples and old French villas, it’s the perfect setting to wind down. You’ll visit local monasteries, cruise the Mekong to the sacred Pak Ou Caves, and have time to explore at your own pace. With river journeys, remote archaeological sites and a deep sense of tranquillity throughout, this tour offers a wonderfully immersive taste of Laos in under two weeks.

21 day holiday

Luang Praband, Muang La, Nong Khiaw, Phonsavan, Vang Vieng, Vientiane, Champasak

This 21-day overland adventure through Laos covers the country in remarkable depth, beginning in the enchanting former royal capital of Luang Prabang. After soaking up its golden temples and riverside charm, travel north to Muang La and Nong Khiaw, where you’ll stay in scenic lodges and explore minority villages, rice fields, and jungle-covered hills on foot and by boat. Return briefly to Luang Prabang before continuing east to the mysterious Plain of Jars in Phonsavan. From there, head south to the riverside town of Vang Vieng, with its dramatic limestone peaks and caves, then on to Vientiane, where temples and colonial architecture line the Mekong.

Further south, the journey becomes increasingly remote. After a day of wildlife-spotting in the Phou Khao Khuay National Protected Area, fly to Pakse and travel overland to Champasak. Here, explore the temple complex of Vat Phou, cruise among the 4,000 Islands and visit the lush Bolaven Plateau, home to coffee plantations and striking waterfalls. With time split between cultural gems, natural wonders and peaceful countryside, this route offers an incredibly varied and immersive experience of Laos from north to south.

13 day holiday

Vientiane, Pak Lay, Xayabouri Dam, Kuang Si Waterfall, Luang Prabang, Pak Ou Caves, Nam Ou River, Dan Ton, Pak Beng, Chiang Khong, Chiang Mai

This 13-day journey with Pandaw offers a rich and varied exploration of the Upper Mekong, combining cultural immersion, natural beauty and comfort aboard a handcrafted river vessel. Beginning in Vientiane, Laos’ relaxed capital, the cruise winds its way upstream towards the Thai border, stopping en route at remote riverside villages, the Xayabouri Dam, and the glorious Kuang Si waterfalls. A real highlight is the three-night stop in Luang Prabang, where time is spent discovering its dazzling temples, local crafts, and spiritual traditions. Visits to social enterprises and hands-on experiences like pottery workshops and traditional weaving deepen your understanding of daily life in Laos.

The adventure continues north with excursions to sacred Pak Ou Caves, a whisky-making village, and an elephant sanctuary that supports conservation and former mahouts. As you sail further into the hills, the scenery becomes increasingly dramatic, with towering cliffs, jungle-fringed riverbanks, and small tribal settlements. Evening barbecues on sandbanks and lantern-lighting ceremonies add a touch of magic. The voyage concludes at Chiang Khong in Thailand, with a final overnight in Chiang Mai and the chance to visit the Golden Triangle – a fitting end to this immersive river expedition through one of Southeast Asia’s most enchanting and little-visited regions.

14 day holiday

Luang Praband, Vientiane, Pakse, Vat Phou Cruise, Siam Reap

This compact 11-day journey through Laos offers a rich mix of culture, nature and river life, beginning in the tranquil capital of Vientiane. You’ll explore its colonial charm, ornate temples and relaxed riverfront atmosphere before heading south to Pakse and the lush Bolaven Plateau, known for its cool climate and dramatic waterfalls. A real highlight follows with a two-night cruise aboard the Vat Phou, sailing along the Mekong through the 4,000 Islands region to the evocative, jungle-fringed ruins of Vat Phou – a pre-Angkorian temple complex with a haunting beauty.

The adventure continues with a short flight north to Luang Prabang, one of Southeast Asia’s most enchanting towns. With its tree-lined streets, golden temples and old French villas, it’s the perfect setting to wind down. You’ll visit local monasteries, cruise the Mekong to the sacred Pak Ou Caves, and have time to explore at your own pace. With river journeys, remote archaeological sites and a deep sense of tranquillity throughout, this tour offers a wonderfully immersive taste of Laos in under two weeks.

13 day holiday

Luang Prabang, Vientiane, Pakse, Siem Reap, Battambang, Phnom Penh

This 21-day overland adventure through Laos covers the country in remarkable depth, beginning in the enchanting former royal capital of Luang Prabang. After soaking up its golden temples and riverside charm, travel north to Muang La and Nong Khiaw, where you’ll stay in scenic lodges and explore minority villages, rice fields, and jungle-covered hills on foot and by boat. Return briefly to Luang Prabang before continuing east to the mysterious Plain of Jars in Phonsavan. From there, head south to the riverside town of Vang Vieng, with its dramatic limestone peaks and caves, then on to Vientiane, where temples and colonial architecture line the Mekong.

Further south, the journey becomes increasingly remote. After a day of wildlife-spotting in the Phou Khao Khuay National Protected Area, fly to Pakse and travel overland to Champasak. Here, explore the temple complex of Vat Phou, cruise among the 4,000 Islands and visit the lush Bolaven Plateau, home to coffee plantations and striking waterfalls. With time split between cultural gems, natural wonders and peaceful countryside, this route offers an incredibly varied and immersive experience of Laos from north to south.