Day Trips Laos
UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang
Lost in time is the ancient former royal capital of Luang Prabang in Northern Laos. Home to about 30,000 locals and ex-Pats, this magical city is surrounded by mountains and is perched at the junction of the Mekong and Khan Rivers. In 1995 it was recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site to protect the town's 32 precious historic temples, the former Royal Palace and classic French colonial buildings from being destroyed by 'progress'.
Luang Prabang's major sites in the old town can be reached by foot and so can most guesthouses or hotels. The streets are lined with restaurants, cafes, massage spas, clothing and silverware shops. And in the evenings, the main road turns into a layback, colourful night market selling Hmong handicrafts, Chinese and Vietnamese souvenirs and delicious street food.
Discover waterfalls, villages and mountain landscapes
On the outskirts of Luang Prabang there are waterfalls, kayaking, cycling, elephant riding and spectacular natural scenery. Luang Prabang is definitelty worth staying 3 to 5 days. Below are sample activities we can pre-book for you to fit in with your own travel plans or we can add them to a personalised itinerary that takes in the best of Laos.
Temples & Museums
1 day from Luang Prabang - Royal Palace, National Museum
City Sights & Mekong River
1 day from Luang Prabang - Temples, boat trip to Pak Ou Caves
Temples & Waterfalls
1 day from Luang Prabang - city tour, Kwang Si Waterfalls
Cycle Luang Prabang
1 day from Luang Prabang - Temples, museums, Mt Phousi
Half day Elephant Village
1/2 day from Luang Prabang - Elephant ride, waterfalls, lunch
Elephants & Kayaking
1 day from Luang Prabang - Elephant ride, kayak Nam Ou River
Elephants & Biking
1 day from Luang Prabang - Elephant ride, cycling countryside
Luang Prabang Textile Tour
From Luang Prabang - Silk dying, weaving workshops
Taste of Laos Cooking Class
½ day from Luang Prabang - Food markets, cooking, eating
Vientiane Temples & City
1 day from Vientiane - Temples, Wats, Emerald Buddha
