Experience Travel Group

Laos Holiday Ideas

1-888-577-8452
020 7924 7133
ABTA
ATOL

Laos In Depth Family Holiday Bespoke Holiday Itinerary / Experience Tour

  • Info
  • ItineraryDays
  • Hotels
  • ExperiencesTo-Do
  • Price
  • Map

This trip truly does have something for everyone, combining exciting excursions like kayaking and waterfall swimming with culture, history and nature.

Highlights include:

  • Cycle tour of UNESCO World Heritage Town of Luang Prabang
  • Rice farming experience in rural Laos
  • Kayaking in Vang Vieng
  • Learn about the daily life of locals in small ethnic minority villages
  • Visit the impressive 5th century Wat Phou temple complex

Day 1 – Depart the UK

Depart the UK.

Day 2 – Luang Prabang

You will be met by your guide when you arrive at the airport. You will then be transferred to your hotel where you can spend the rest of the day relaxing at leisure.

Day 3 – Luang Prabang

Today you will explore Luang Prabang by bicycle, including  the quaint Royal Palace Museum, the enchanting temple Wat Xiengthong and the uniqueWat Mai.

In the afternoon cycle out into the countryside to visit small rural villages such as Ban Hat Hien, a traditional black smith village and Ban Xangkhong, a weaving village. Your final stop is the climb up Wat Phonphao, sat atop a hill offering beautiful views over Luang Prabang and the surrounding countryside.

Day 4 – Luang Prabang

Visit the Living Lands Organic Farm where you can interact with the local farmers and experience each step of the rice harvest, including a tasting session of traditional Laotian foods made from rice.

In the afternoon visit the beautiful Kuang Si Waterfall, where you can enjoy a picnic lunch overlooking the falls. Next to the falls is a Bear Rescue Centre, that does a great job in protecting and rehabilitating the rare Asiatic Black Bear.

Day 5 – Luang Prabang

Today is at leisure in Luang Prabang and if interested you can visit local temples or waterfalls.

Day 6 – Vang Vieng

Travel by car along a very scenic mountain road towards Vang Vieng, stopping en route at local villages, including those inhabited by the Khmu and Hmong people. You will also stop at  a local forest market in Koe Kuang, offering edible snakes, rats and reptiles!

Day 7 – Vang Vieng

Start your day by travelling 10km north of Vang Vieng to be introduced to the basics of kayaking. The Nam Song River offers various small but fun rapids, and you will have the chance to explore impressive caves full of stalagmites and stalactites. After a picnic lunch you will paddle to an organic farm, where mulberry tea and a variety of fruit wines are produced. You will be back in Vang Vieng in time to enjoy sun set from the river.

Day 8 – Vang Vieng

Today is at leisure in Vang Vieng.

Day 9 – Vientiane

Today you will drive to historic capital city of Vietntiane, stopping en route at local villages, markets, salt mines and scenic spots.

Day 10 – Vientiane

Start the day with a visit to the oldest temple in Vientiane, Wat Sisaket. You will then visit the main sites of Vientiane, including the imposing Patuxai Monument, which resembles its Parisian inspiration, the Arc de Triomphe and the golden stupa of That Luang which is Laos’ National icon and most important religious building. In the afternoon you visit the quirky yet impressive Buddha Park, an enchanting collection of Buddhist and Hindu sculptures on the banks of the Mekong River, followed by the Lao Disabled Womens Centre, which provides valuable training and schooling for disabled women in Laos. 

Day 11 – Xe Pian National Park

Transfer to Vientiane Airport and fly to Pakse. You will then travel 2 hours by road to Kingfisher Eco Lodge in Xe Pian National Park, where the rest of the day can be spent at leisure.

Day 12 – Don Daeng

In this morning enjoy a 2 hour elephant ride which will take you through the forest and up to Mount Asa. As you ride on the back of your elephant, enjoy the views of the Xe Pian Protected Area

In the afternoon, you will be transferred to Don Daeng.

Day 13 – Don Daeng

After breakfast, cross the Mekong by boat to Champasak and visit Wat Phou, an ancient Khmer religious complex dating back to the 5th Century. This dramatically sited temple is one of the highlights of any trip to Laos. Return to Don Daeng by lunchtime, where the afternoon is at your leisure.

Day 14 – Don Daeng

 Today is at leisure in Don Daeng.

Day 15 – Fly home

Transfer to the Thai-Laos border at Chong Mek and onto Ubon Ratchathani to catch your flight home. The journey will take about 4-6 hours.

As every holiday is unique to you, prices vary. To give you an indication, two-week holidays range from roughly £2,500 to £8,000 per adult, with an average price of £3,300. We also offer substantial child and seasonal discounts.

Fill in our Quote Request form to get your quick, no-obligations proposal.

As every holiday is unique - Call our experts on 1-888-577-8452 for an inclusive, personalised quotation for your preferred dates or use the quote request form below...

Inclusions

  • International Flights (which can be omitted from your quotation if you prefer)
  • Accommodation as described
  • Privately guided tours and transfers 
  • Original Experience Travel Group "Signature" experiences 
  • Full financial protection (full ABTA and ATOL bonding)
  • Meals as described
  • 24 hour in-country backup whilst away
  • Your own dedicated travel expert in the UK 

For more on our pricing policy read here.  

You can book this holiday tour on its own, with flights or it can be tailored for you.

Here are the hotels and villas within this holiday as standard...

Beau Rivage Mekong, Vientiane

Boutique hotel on the banks of the Mekong River in central Vientiane

Kingfisher Lodge, Pakse

Superb eco lodge in Champasak Province in Southern Laos with great excursions and accommodation

La Folie Lodge, Pakse

Unique lodge on a remote island in the Mekong River

Le Sen, Luang Prabang

Stylish and well designed small hotel on the edge of Luang Prabang.

You can book this holiday tour on its own, with flights or it can be tailored for you.

Here are the experiences & activities within this holiday as standard...

Breakfast at Kuang Sii Waterfalls, Luang Prabang

Beat the crowds with an early morning visit to the stunning Kuang Si Waterfalls.

Highlights of Vientiane, Vientiane

Our signature half day tour on foot and by tuk tuk, taking in some of the lesser known sights.

Living Land Companys Rice Farm Experience, Luang Prabang

Organic community farm on the outskirts of Luang Prabang, offering hands on educational tours on rice farming

Luang Prabang By Bicycle, Luang Prabang

A full day exploring Luang Prabang’s highlights by bike.


Customer Feedback
The whole trip was great we loved the country the people and the sights that we went to see, could not be better.

- Kathryn

Customer Protection

abta
atol
aito

The air holiday packages shown are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. Our ATOL number is ATOL 9324. Please see our booking conditions for more information.

Request a Quote

Request a Quote

Get a Quote It's free & takes 30 seconds
  • Destinations
    • Sri Lanka
    • Vietnam
    • Cambodia
    • Myanmar
    • India
    • Indonesia
    • Laos
    • Thailand
    • Borneo
    • The Maldives
    • Malaysia
    • Indochina
  • How it works
    • Why Choose Us?
    • Trip Planning Process
    • Common Questions
    • How Much Does it Cost?
  • About Us
    • Our Team
    • Our Story
    • Client Comments
    • Bonding
    • Media Mentions
    • Contact
  • Brochure

Holidays in Laos

  • Classic Holidays
  • Family Holidays
  • In Depth Holidays
  • Multi Country Holidays
  • Honeymoon & Luxury
  • Hotels & Cruises
    • Boutique & Character Hotels
    • Luxury & Deluxe Hotels
    • Eco & Unique
    • Best of the Rest
    • River Cruises
  • Experiences
    • Cultural Experiences
    • Unique Experiences
    • Outdoor and Adventure

Info on Laos

  • Weather & When to go
  • Laos by Region
      Overview
    • Luang Prabang
    • Pakse & Southern Laos
    • Northern Laos
    • Plain of Jars
    • Vientiane
  • Contact Us
  • Search
  • My Booking
As Featured In
How it works
  • Why Choose Us?
  • Trip Planning Process
  • Common Questions
  • How Much Does it Cost?
  • My Booking
About Us
  • Our Team
  • Our Story
  • Client Comments
  • Media Mentions
  • Contact
  • Jobs
Useful
  • Bonding & Peace of Mind
  • Responsible Travel Policy
  • Travel Insurance
  • Our Rating System
  • Exclusive Signature Experiences
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Website T&C's of Use
  • Cookie Policy
  • Privacy Policy
  • Package Travel Regulations
  • Hotel Collection
  • Foreign and Commonwealth (FCO) Travel Advice
  • Site Search
Get Social

facebook.com/experiencetravel twitter.com/ExpTrav Google+ instagram.com/experiencetravelgroup

  • Visit us on Facebook
  • View @ExpTrav Twitter Feed
  • Visit our Travel Blog
  • Follow our Instagram page
  • Newsletter
  • Book Club

© Experience Travel
Registered in England, Company No. 5071391 | ABTA Member | 9324 ATOL Protected
Site by Livingstone Creative

Experience Travel Group
QuoteClose Call
  • Quick Enquiry
  • Full Quote
Experience Travel Group

020 7924 7133 Get in touch

  • Destinations
    • Sri Lanka
      • Classic Sri Lanka Holidays
      • Classic Family Holidays
      • Sri Lanka & Maldives Holidays
      • Luxury Holidays
      • Off Beat Family Holidays
      • Nature & Wildlife Holidays
      • Cultural, Historical & Immersive
      • Slow Paced Holidays
    • Vietnam
      • Classic Vietnam Holidays
      • Vietnam & Cambodia Holidays
      • Vietnam With A Difference
      • Vietnam Family Holidays
      • Luxury Vietnam Holidays
      • Mekong River Journeys
    • Cambodia
      • Cambodia & Vietnam Holidays
      • Luxury Holidays
      • Classic Holidays
      • Family Holidays
      • Cambodia & Thailand Holidays
      • Indochina and Beyond
      • In Depth Tours
    • Myanmar
      • Classic Holidays
      • Myanmar with a River Journey
      • Multi-Country Holidays
      • Family Holidays
      • In Depth Holidays
    • India
      • Classic Holidays
      • Luxury Holidays
      • Wildlife Holidays
      • Off The Beaten Track
      • Insight Holidays
      • Holidays with Beach
      • Family Holidays in India
      • Southern India Holidays
      • North and Central Regions
      • Himalayan Holidays
    • Indonesia
      • Classic Indonesia Holidays
      • Luxury Holidays
      • Wildlife Holidays
      • Family Holidays
      • Multi-Country Holidays
      • Bali and Lombok Holidays
      • Holidays in Java & Beyond
      • Flores and Komodo
      • Holidays In Sulawesi
      • Borneo and Beyond
    • Laos
      • Classic Holidays
      • Family Holidays
      • In Depth Holidays
      • Multi Country Holidays
      • Honeymoon & Luxury
    • Thailand
      • Classic Thailand Holidays
      • Family Thailand Holidays
      • Luxury Holidays
      • In Depth Holidays
      • Honeymoons
      • Multi-Country Holidays
    • Borneo
      • Borneo Holidays with Beach
      • Luxury & Adventure Holidays
      • Family Holidays
      • Wildlife Holidays
      • Borneo & Malaysia
      • All Island Borneo Holidays
    • The Maldives
      • Sri Lanka & Maldives Holidays
      • Family Holidays
      • Honeymoons
      • Island Hopping Holidays
      • Insight & Culture Holidays
    • Malaysia
      • Classic Holidays
      • Malaysia & Borneo Holidays
      • In-depth holidays
      • Wildlife Holidays
      • Luxury Holidays
      • Multi-country holidays
      • Family Holidays
    • Indochina
      • Classic Indochina Holidays
      • Luxury Indochina Holidays
      • Family Indochina Holidays
      • Indochina with A Beach
      • Overland Indochina Holidays
      • Indochina and Beyond
  • Holidays
    • Classic Holidays
    • Family Holidays
    • In Depth Holidays
    • Multi Country Holidays
    • Honeymoon & Luxury
  • Hotels & Cruises
    • Boutique & Character Hotels
    • Luxury & Deluxe Hotels
    • Eco & Unique
    • Best of the Rest
    • River Cruises
  • Experiences
    • Cultural Experiences
    • Unique Experiences
    • Outdoor and Adventure
  • Country Info
    • Laos by Region
      • Luang Prabang
      • Pakse & Southern Laos
      • Northern Laos
      • Plain of Jars
      • Vientiane
  • Weather & When to go
    • Sri Lanka
    • Vietnam
    • Cambodia
    • Myanmar
    • India
    • Indonesia
    • Laos
    • Thailand
    • Borneo
    • The Maldives
  • Search
    • Sri Lanka
    • Vietnam
    • Cambodia
    • Myanmar
    • India
    • Indonesia
    • Laos
    • Thailand
    • Borneo
    • The Maldives
    • Malaysia
    • Indochina
  • How it works
    • Why Choose Us?
    • Trip Planning Process
    • Common Questions
    • How Much Does it Cost?
  • My Booking
  • About Us
    • Our Team
    • Our Story
    • Client Comments
    • Bonding
    • Media Mentions
    • Contact
    • Jobs
  • Brochure
  • Contact Us
  • Blog