Laos Travel and Destination Guide
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Highlights
- Luang Prabang
- Vientiane
The French summarized the temperaments of their three Indochinese states with the pronouncement that "the Vietnamese plant the rice, the Cambodians watch it grow, and the Laotians listen to it grow." If this doesn't already make you want to visit Laos (properly Lao), then you should choose somewhere else. Lao is a land of Buddhist traditions, where saffron-robed teens peek curiously out from wats (temples) and no one is in a hurry. And while being the world's most heavily bombed country hardly seems a ringing endorsement, World Heritage Luang Prabang's temples and mixed heritage soothe the soul, and Vientianne, the world's smallest capital, moves at the same serene pace as the Mekong river floating by its shores.
Featured Trips in LAOS
11 days | From N/A Land of the Golden Buddha (ATGB)
Asia > Thailand
Highlights
Bangkok, Siem Reap, Angkor Wat, Luang Prabang, Vang Vieng, Vientiane
Trip Style: Classic
Service Level: Standard
Physical Grading: 3
Step into one of Asia's best kept secrets - magical Cambodia and Laos - and walk into a world that time seems to have forgotten. From the glitz of Wat Po in Bangkok to the sleepy city of Luang Prabang, with temples of Angkor as far as the eye can see, the Land of the Golden Buddha is waiting for you with arms wide open.
14 days | From $ 1249 USD Bangkok To Hanoi Adventure (ATBH)
Asia > Laos
Highlights
Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Khong, Mekong River, Luang Prabang, Vang ...
Trip Style: Classic
Service Level: Standard
Physical Grading: 3
Thu, Dec. 10, 2009 SAVE 25%
Was $1249 Now $937 USD
From the hectic streets of Bangkok to the tranquil charm of Luang Prabang, and the timelessness of Vientiane, this is a memorable introduction to a land that is a treasure trove of history and culture. Experience this wondrous journey of an unforgettable area.
29 days | From $ 2449 USD Indochina Encompassed (ATIE)
Asia > Thailand
Highlights
Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Khong, Pak Beng, Luang Prabang, Vang ...
Trip Style: Classic
Service Level: Standard
Physical Grading: 3
Discover the heart and soul and the diverse delights of Indochina - from the whirlwind of activity that is Bangkok to the gentle culture and smiling people of Laos. Take in the magnificent scenery of Halong Bay by boat, watch the sun setting over the mighty Mekong River and shop along the lovely boulevards of Hanoi.
12 days | From $ 999 USD Roam Laos (AVRL)
Asia > Laos
Highlights
Hanoi, Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Mekong River
Trip Style: Classic
Service Level: Basic
Physical Grading: 2
Wed, Dec. 2, 2009 SAVE 20%
Was $999 Now $799 USD
The minute you step foot into Laos, you have the feeling that you've stepped back in time. From the tranquil monasteries of Luang Prabang, to the limestone karst peaks of Vang Vieng and watching fishing boats trawl along the Mekong, Laos is a country that is sure to delight.
15 days | From $ 1299 USD Cambodia & Laos Mekong Adventure (ATCM)
Asia > Laos
Highlights
Bangkok, Temples of Angkor, Phnom Penh, Irrawaddy River dolphins, Si ...
Trip Style: Classic
Service Level: Standard
Physical Grading: 2
With the mighty Mekong mapping much of the route, explore the incredible historical, architectural, sacred and scenic highlights of Cambodia and Laos. This is a world of busy markets and stunning textiles, tranquil temples and awesome Khmer ruins. Try to spot rare river dolphins and relax in riverside cafes to watch magnificent sunsets.
