Private and small-group tours to Vientiane, Vang Vieng and Luang Prabang, with multilingual guides, hotels and train tickets arranged for you.
- Private or group tours
- Guides in Lao, English, Chinese & Thai
- Laos–China Railway tickets booked for you
Business unit: Travel & Business Visits
Vang Vieng
Mount Phousi and the Mekong, Luang Prabang
Pha That Luang, VientianeTour packages
Sample itineraries to start from. Each one can be private or for a group, and changed to fit your dates, hotels and interests.
Vientiane CapitalVientiane City Tour
The golden That Luang stupa, Patuxai, the capital's oldest temples, Buddha Park and a sunset on the Mekong, in one relaxed day.
Vientiane → Vang Vieng → VientianeVang Vieng Nature Escape
Limestone mountains, a blue lagoon, caves and the Nam Song river, about one hour from Vientiane on the Laos–China Railway.
Vientiane → Luang PrabangLuang Prabang Heritage
The UNESCO World Heritage town of golden temples, the morning alms giving, Kuang Si Falls and a boat trip on the Mekong.
Vientiane → Vang Vieng → Luang PrabangClassic Laos: Vientiane, Vang Vieng & Luang Prabang
The capital, the mountains and the heritage town in one trip, linked by the fast train. The best first trip to Laos.
These are sample itineraries. Every tour can be private or for a group, changed to fit your dates and interests, and run with a guide in Lao, English, Chinese or Thai. Hotels, inclusions and the price are confirmed in your quotation.
What this service is
We organise travel in Laos for leisure travellers, families and business groups: airport and cross-border transfers, private tours with multilingual guides, and business study visits to companies, farms and economic zones.
Because the same group handles translation, permits and business meetings, we can combine sightseeing with a full programme of appointments. This is especially useful for investors visiting Laos for the first time.
Who it is for
- International visitors who want a private, well-organised trip
- Chinese and Thai groups travelling by road or rail
- Business delegations and investor visits
- Companies planning incentive trips or team travel
- Families and VIP guests who need reliable transfers
Where to go
The three places most visitors combine on a first trip to Laos.
Vientiane Capital
The relaxed capital on the Mekong: golden stupas, old temples, wide French-era avenues and riverside night markets.
Top sights
- Pha That Luang
- Patuxai (Victory Monument)
- Wat Si Saket and Haw Phra Kaew
- Buddha Park (Xieng Khuan)
- Mekong riverside and night market
- Where to stay
- Hotels in the city centre and along the Mekong riverside
- Getting there
- Wattay International Airport; trains from Luang Prabang, Vang Vieng and Kunming; the Friendship Bridge from Nong Khai, Thailand
- Time needed
- 1–2 days
Vang Vieng
Limestone mountains, rivers, caves and lagoons, the outdoor heart of Laos.
Top sights
- The Blue Lagoon and Tham Phu Kham cave
- Tham Chang cave
- Kayaking and tubing on the Nam Song river
- Hot-air balloon flights
- Nam Xay and Pha Ngern viewpoints
- Where to stay
- Riverside resorts and boutique hotels along the Nam Song
- Getting there
- About 1 hour by train from Vientiane, or about 1.5 hours by car on the expressway
- Time needed
- 1–2 nights
Luang Prabang
A UNESCO World Heritage town of golden temples and colonial houses, where the Mekong meets the Nam Khan.
Top sights
- Wat Xieng Thong
- Royal Palace Museum
- Mount Phousi at sunset
- The morning alms giving
- Kuang Si Falls
- The Pak Ou Caves
- Where to stay
- Boutique hotels and guesthouses in the old town
- Getting there
- About 2 hours by train from Vientiane (about 1 hour from Vang Vieng), or Luang Prabang International Airport
- Time needed
- 2–3 nights
Travel information
Practical things to know before you travel. Ask us about anything that is not covered here.
Best time to visit
November to February is cool and dry, the most popular season. March to May is hot, with haze in the north in March and April. June to October is the green season: lush landscapes, full waterfalls and fewer visitors. Festivals to plan around: Lao New Year (mid-April), the boat racing festivals (October) and the That Luang Festival (November).
Getting to Laos
International airports in Vientiane (VTE) and Luang Prabang (LPQ). From Thailand, cross the Friendship Bridge at Nong Khai. From China, cross-border trains run from Kunming to Vientiane on the Laos–China Railway.
Getting around
The Laos–China Railway links Vientiane, Vang Vieng and Luang Prabang: about 1 hour to Vang Vieng and about 2 hours to Luang Prabang. Tickets go on sale only a few days before travel and sell out quickly, so we book them for you with your passport details. Stations are outside the towns; we meet you with a van.
Visa and entry
Citizens of ASEAN countries can usually visit without a visa for a short stay. Many other nationalities can apply for an e-Visa or get a visa on arrival. Your passport should be valid for at least six months. Rules change, so we check the requirements for your passport before you book.
Money and phone
The currency is the Lao kip (LAK). Carry some cash: cards are accepted mainly in larger hotels and restaurants, and ATMs are found in the towns. Local SIM cards with mobile data are cheap and easy to buy with your passport.
Temple etiquette
Cover shoulders and knees in temples and take off your shoes before entering. Women should not touch monks. During the morning alms giving, watch quietly from a distance and do not use flash.
More travel services
- Transfers and vehiclesAirport, railway station and border pick-ups with drivers, from sedans to coaches.
- Private and group toursVientiane, Luang Prabang, Vang Vieng, the south and custom routes.
- Multilingual guidesGuides who speak Lao, Chinese, Thai or English.
- Business study toursVisits to factories, farms, special economic zones and potential partners, with interpreters.
- Hotels and on-trip supportHotel booking, domestic tickets, meals and help throughout the trip.
- Event and incentive tripsCompany trips, meetings and small events planned end to end.
How booking works
Share your plans
Dates, number of travellers, interests and budget.
Itinerary and quotation
We propose a day-by-day itinerary with vehicles, guides, hotels and price.
Confirmation
Once you approve, we book everything and send a final travel pack.
On the trip
Your guide and coordinator are on call throughout the journey.
After the trip
For business visits, we follow up on contacts and next steps.
Documents you will need
- Passport copies of all travellers
- Flight, train or border-crossing details
- Visa or entry approval (we can advise on requirements)
- List of companies or sites to visit (for business tours)
The exact list depends on your case. We send you a checklist before we start.
Processing time
- Itinerary proposal
- 1–3 working days
- Leisure trips
- Book 1–2 weeks ahead
- Business study tours
- Plan 3–4 weeks ahead
- Airport transfers
- 24 hours' notice
Times are estimates. Government processing times vary, and we confirm a timeline after reviewing your case.
Frequently asked questions
Can you arrange travel on the Laos–China Railway?
Yes. We can include train journeys in your itinerary, subject to ticket availability, and meet you at the station.
Do you organise visits to companies and economic zones?
Yes. We arrange appointments, transport and interpreters, and prepare a short briefing for each visit.
Can you handle travel for a large group?
Yes. We plan group transport, hotels and meals, and assign enough guides for the group size.
What happens if plans change during the trip?
Your coordinator adjusts bookings with you. Any cost changes are agreed before they are made.
Pricing
Contact us for quotation — Every case is different. Send us your details and we will prepare a quotation for your situation.
Photos: Basile Morin (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Benh Lieu Song (CC BY-SA 3.0), Wikimedia Commons
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