14 Days | Get to know authentic Laos and its southern neighbour.





This 14-day exploration of the South East Asian countryside is sure to keep you guessing at every turn. Kick off in old Bangkok, wind through northern Thailand with some fun times in Chiang Mai, then cross the border into Laos where you’ll be able to see the authentic side to this landlocked country. Cruise on the mighty Mekong, laze in Laos' beauty queen Luang Prabang, love on nature in Vang Vieng and finish up in sleepy Vientiane. You know they’re a welcoming bunch when you cross something called the Friendship Bridge. Take a leaf out of the Laotians book and make a few new friends in this part of the world.
Trip overview

- Start
- Bangkok, Thailand
- Finish
- Vientiane, Laos
- Theme
- 18 to 29s
- Destinations
- Thailand, Laos
- Physical rating
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- Style
- Basix
- Ages
- Min 18 - Max 29
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 16
- Trip code
- TLYS
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- To get you ready for the Laotian lifestyle, make your way through northern Thailand and through charming Chiang Mai – the true temple city.
- Laos equals laidback. This is one of the most chilled-out countries going around, and you’ll have heaps of free time to explore at your own pace.
- Two days of cruising down the Mekong River in a traditional-style boat is one Southeast Asia's classic trips, with more photo-ops than you can shake a bamboo cane at.
- The UNESCO-listed city of Luang Prabang is a serious slice of history. Between the French villas and the blazing sunsets over the Mekong, you won't know which way to look.
- You know those pictures of that Laos lagoon, the ones of cascading pools drenched in gorgeous rays of sun? That's Kuang Si Waterfalls, and you’ll have the chance to swim there!
- Accommodation is basic, but clean and comfortable. The simplicity of life in Laos is one of its many, many charms.
- There's a lot of travelling on local transport, with some long travel days. Things take time in Laos. But you're on holiday, right?
- Some activities and meals are included, but most are optional. The good thing about this is you have loads of free time and can choose how to spend it.
Itinerary
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2024 - 31 December 2025
Inclusions
10 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Public bus, Slow boat, Private vehicle, Songthaew, Tuk-tuk
Guesthouse (11 nights), Hotel (1 nights), Overnight sleeper train (1 night)
- Bangkok - Chinatown walking tour
- Chiang Mai - Muay Thai Class (Thai boxing)
- Mekong River - 2 day boat cruise
- Luang Prabang - Pak Ou Caves
- Luang Prabang - Alms giving ceremony
- Luang Prabang - orientation walk
- Luang Prabang - Wat Xieng Thong
- Vang Vieng - Tham Jung Cave
- Vientiane - Wat Si Saket
- Vientiane - Leader orientation walk
- Vientiane - COPE visit
- Bangkok - Temple & River of Kings Urban Adventure - THB2900
- Bangkok - Tuk Tuk Experience Urban Adventure - THB2500
- Bangkok - Grand Palace - THB500
- Bangkok - Thai Massage - THB250
- Bangkok - Jim Thompson's House - THB200
- Bangkok - Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) - THB50
- Chiang Mai - Doi Suthep temple complex - THB50
- Chaing Mai - Cooking at Home Cookery School - THB1400
- Chiang Mai - Thai massage - THB200
- Chiang Mai - Bicycle tour - THB990
- Chiang Mai - ChangChill Elephant Sanctuary - THB1900
- Luang Prabang - Kuang Si Waterfalls - USD2
- Luang Prabang - Laos Red Cross sauna - LAK10000
- Luang Prabang - Laos Red Cross massage - LAK40000
- Luang Prabang - Mt Phu Si - USD2
- Luang Prabang - Traditional Arts & Ethnology Centre - USD2
- Vang Vieng - Kayaking - USD12
- Vang Vieng - Bicycle hire - USD2
- Vientiane - That Luang - USD1
- Vientiane - Laos National Museum - LAK10000
- Vientiane - Aerobic class - LAK3000
- Vientiane - Pratu Xai - USD1
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 2 (Overnight train) and Days 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 (Guesthouse) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. Please note that some room configurations have two single beds, although a double bed will always be requested.
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