From CAD 767 Was CAD 1,279
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Small Group
Light
Rating
(20 reviews)
Experience Overview
Now's the time for adventure on your terms with this tour of Laos that's affordable for young travellers. Explore countryside caves by bike in Vang Vieng, go back in time in the ancient city of Luang Prabang, and watch local life unfold on the Mekong. It's some of the best of Southeast Asia, all in one place. Take it all on with new friends, new places, and new must-sees and -dos to share back home.
Highlights
- Hike the limestone karsts of Vang Vieng
- Discover the serenity of Luang Prabang on a sunset trek to Wat Phousi
- Visit to Kuang Si Waterfalls
- Float on the mighty Mekong
- Experience the beauty of scenic northern Thailand
- Big night out in Vang Vieng nightlife
Trip Details
Product Code: 1542
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Local bus, air-con bus, slow boat, songthaew, tuk-tuk, walking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
18 - 35 Year Olds Only
Supplier Code: ALVC
Starts: Vientiane, Laos
Finishes: Chiang Mai, Thailand
Duration: 9 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Light
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Mekong River Homestay & Baci Ceremony, Muang Pakbèng Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Big Night Out Moment: Vang Vieng Nightlife, Vang Vieng Your Discover Moment: Luang Prabang
- Guided hike in Vang Vieng
- Slow boat up the Mekong
- Orientation walk, sunset trek to Wat Phousi, Kuang Si Waterfalls excursion and street food crawl in Luang Prabang
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Simple hotels (twin-share) (5 nts) and hostels (multi-share) (2 nts), homestay (1 nt).
- 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Transport
- Local bus, air-con bus, slow boat, songthaew, tuk-tuk, walking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 767 (CAD 85 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Vientiane
Arrive at any time and welcome to Vientiane, Laos' laid-back capital.
After meeting your CEO and fellow travellers this evening, wander through the bustling night market along the Mekong River. Pick up a street beer or tea as you browse through the stalls of souvenirs and local delicacies. Follow your CEO to grab the best street food — or, you know, follow your nose.
Day 2: Vientiane/Vang Vieng
Travel to Vang Vieng, a small town nestled among striking limestone karsts and the Song River. Take a guided hike to a famous local view point for incredible views of the valley — no filter necessary. This evening, enjoy a drink on us to celebrate new adventures with new friends. Cheers to keeping life exciting!
Day 3: Vang Vieng
Get the most out of Vang Vieng with a day to freely explore. Check out the caves by bicycle or trek through the countryside. Choose to kayak through Tham None cave and venture to the Blue Lagoon by booking the adrenaline bundle.
Pre-book the "Vang Vieng Adrenaline Bundle" on the checkout page ahead of time to include this excitement on your tour.
Day 4: Vang Vieng/Luang Prabang
Continue to colourful Luang Prabang and make your first acquaintance with this ancient city during an afternoon orientation walk. Afterward, embark on a short trek up sacred Mount Phousi, climbing the stone stairs with scaly golden handrails, past the monks quarters and Buddha's footprint cave, to reach the temple at the top - Wat Phousi. Enjoy a 360-degree view of the sun setting upon Luang Prabang and the Mekong River before an evening street food crawl.
Day 5: Luang Prabang
Skip sleeping in to watch the monks walk through town before dawn. Dressed in saffron robes, they receive daily alms from local residents. Then, visit the Kuang Si waterfalls on a guided excursion before free time in the evening.
Traditional Laotian culture involves giving daily alms to monks. Monks are only allowed to eat food which has been donated to them before noon. Should you rise early, you'll get to watch one of the most important religious ceremonies in Laos.
Day 6: Luang Prabang/Pak Beng
The Mekong never looked so welcoming. Board a long, cozy houseboat that will take you on a two-day journey up the Mekong River en route to Chiang Khong in Thailand. Today, cruise to a village homestay for the night, experience a Baci welcome ceremony, and enjoy dinner with your hosts.
Day 7: Pak Beng/Chiang Khong
New day, same magnificent Mekong. Today's your second travel day, where you'll cross into Thailand arriving in Chiang Khong by the later afternoon. Sit back, relax, keep your eyes peeled for wildlife, and enjoy the scenic ride.
Day 8: Chiang Khong/Chiang Mai
Take in the rolling countryside views on the drive to Chiang Mai nestled alongside Thailand's northern mountains. Spend the afternoon getting to know this peaceful city known for traditional markets and glorious temples. Choose to visit Doi Suthep, catch a Thai boxing match, cycle around, or grab a bargain at the famous night market.
Day 9: Chiang Mai
Today, it's time to say goodbye to your group of newfound friends. Be sure to sneak in some last-minute photos and exchange social medias before you head on your way. Depart at any time.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Kathrin W - Traveled, December 2023
I've always had great experiences with G, this latest trip was no exception it was brilliant.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/30/2023
Sophie H - Traveled, December 2023
Well organised travel
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/28/2023
Daniel D - Traveled, December 2023
Everything about the tour was fantastic!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/28/2023
Anna L - Traveled, December 2023
The group guide, kosal, was always transmitting good energy and the mekong river ride and homestay were amazing
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/21/2023
Eliane S - Traveled, November 2023
Learn a lot about local culture, get amazing food tips, meet local people, make homestays which are an unique experience
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/21/2023
Olivia C - Traveled, November 2023
Well organised trip, takes the hassle out of planning
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/11/2023
Wesley S - Traveled, November 2023
Good way to explore a country while still having some flexibility in the activities.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/08/2023
Reece I - Traveled, November 2023
The range of activities, the quality of tour guide, the accessibility of travel. It is nice to not be worried when travelling to so many places
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/04/2023
Keren C - Traveled, October 2023
It was really hard joining a new group and it's luck of the draw what group you join. Members of my group openly said that they could not be bothered with other people joining and getting to know them. I would have liked to know in advance that I was joining another tour. The 10 hour bus and 2 day boat ride ate into so much of the trip. It would be good to give the option to get the fast train and/or fly. I feel like I spent more time in transport when I should have been exploring laos. There was so many activities we could have done. Blue lagoon - did not get much time here at all because a member of the group was tired. I didn't think this was fair to the rest of us.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/02/2023
Ellie P - Traveled, November 2023
I really enjoyed the experience but would have liked some more activities included, such as a guided walk round Luang Prabang/Chiang Mai to learn more about the places we were visiting
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/27/2023
Stewart P - Traveled, November 2023
The tour was good, although more time in both Van Vieng and Luang Prabang would be nice. People who joined the circuit tour later felt a little on the social outer.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/24/2023
Philip D - Traveled, November 2023
Putting 3 people on a tour with 15 others who are travelling for 3 months together, making it impossible to socialize. For the rest was this tour way too expensive, it was just travelling whole days and sleeping in hostels. And your customer solutions teams is ignoring me for 3 weeks, so that's why I'm filling in this form now.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/24/2023
Lauren H - Traveled, October 2023
I felt that the Laos tour had too many travel days and wasted a lot of time. We only really did activities on 3 full days - it would be better to do overnight trains
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/24/2023
Stefan K - Traveled, October 2023
The trip is well organized and includes so much to see in shirt time. However, this makes it exhausting, so one should be aware of that ( I like it that way and would not change it )
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/22/2023
Chris P - Traveled, October 2023
Sam Dollar, one the best guides I have had. Although, this was my first G Adventures tour. I was not a big fan of separating tours this never recommended this one to be done again. As really hard to bound with group although dollar did amazing job making very one feel comfortable & have fun. Always there for you.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/20/2023
Julia W - Traveled, October 2023
It is very convenient to travel with a CEO and don't need planning. However, there are many additional cost as most events are optional and therefore with additional cost
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/06/2023
Reanna M - Traveled, October 2023
The itinerary was packed with a variety of things to do and you never had to worry about getting places. You feel safe travelling in a new place with the group and there's always someone to do things with or give you ideas of where to go.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
James C - Traveled, October 2023
Good value and amazing CEO experience
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/04/2023
Alberto L - Traveled, October 2023
The tour guides. In this case Chenda Sor
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/03/2023
George M - Traveled, October 2023
G Adventures in general have good tours, however I had 1 negative experience, wrote 8 or 9 emails requesting assistance and never heard from them, after the one negative experience and receiving no help from G Adventures I wouldn't ever recommend them.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/21/2023
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