Northern Laos: A Cultural and Natural Journey

Enjoy a guided tour of the city's oldest temples, including Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong. Then, embark on a scenic cruise along the Mekong River to explore the Pak Ou Caves, filled with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues. Stop at Ban Xanghai to taste local rice wine and visit Ban Phanom, known for its exquisite hand weaving. Overnight in Luang Prabang (Breakfast).

Optional early morning: Participate in the unique ritual of saffron-clad monks collecting alms. After breakfast, visit the National Museum at the former Royal Palace and explore the Central Market. Continue to Khouangsi Waterfall, stopping at local ethnic villages along the way. Enjoy swimming in the refreshing pools and hiking the surrounding trails before returning to Luang Prabang to visit Ban Xangkhong, known for silk weaving and Saa paper making. Overnight in Luang Prabang (Breakfast).

Embark on an overland expedition to Namkat, passing through the mountainous terrain of Northern Laos. Observe diverse ethnic minority groups, including the Hmong and Khmu, along the way. Arrive at Namkat in the afternoon and enjoy leisure time at your resort. Overnight at Namkat Yorla Pa (Breakfast).

Trek through the Namkat Protected Area, designed for outdoor enthusiasts. Experience zip-lining across the forest canopy, navigate rope bridges, and enjoy lunch near the stunning Namkat waterfall. Overnight in Namkat (Breakfast, Lunch).

After breakfast, drive to Muangla, arriving in the afternoon. Visit the sacred Pra Xack Kham Temple, home to a revered 400-year-old Buddha statue. Overnight in Muangla (Breakfast, Dinner).

Trek along the River Nam Pak to visit the remote Ikhos villages. Learn about their unique way of life, beliefs, and traditional dyeing methods using forest plants. Overnight in Muangla (Breakfast, Dinner).

Drive to Muangkhau, then board a local boat for a scenic trip to Nong Kiau. Enjoy a picnic lunch on the boat, stopping at fishing villages and exploring Muang Ngoi along the way. Arrive in Nong Kiau before sunset and unwind at your resort. Overnight in Nong Kiau (Breakfast, Lunch).

Cycle through the mountains, exploring a historical cave and visiting a remote Khmu village. Enjoy a traditional Lao picnic lunch before kayaking down the Nam Ou River, stopping at a riverside Tai Leu village along the way. Overnight in Nong Kiau (Breakfast, Lunch).