- Duration
- 8 days / 7 nights
- Price Per Person
- From $8,700
Laos
Perhaps due to its status as the only landlocked country in Southeast Asia (it is encircled by Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, China and Myanmar), Laos often gets less notice than its more famous neighbors. We view this low profile in another light: this beautiful Buddhist land is one of the continent’s best-kept secrets, although it is increasingly on the radar of savvy luxury and adventure travelers alike. Together with Vietnam and Cambodia, Laos made up the triumvirate colonies of French Indochina, and significant pockets of Old World charm remain.
Laos’s understated crown jewel is the ancient capital of Luang Prabang, whose fusion of Lao and European architecture UNESCO called a “key stage in the blending of these two distinct cultural traditions.” Vientiane is the region’s most relaxed capital, while the Bolaven Plateau beckons with dramatic waterfalls and superb coffee plantations. For travelers willing to forgo five-star hotels to focus on remote rural encounters, the northern hill-tribe peoples in Luang Namtha and Muang Sing (Black Tai, Hmong, Lanten, Akha and many more) and the unspoiled “4,000 Islands” stretch of the lower Mekong, home to the rare Irrawaddy dolphins, are itinerary highlights. Champasak province, meanwhile, offers the impressive Khmer ruins of Wat Phu, architectural forebear of Angkor.
Laos Regions
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Northern
Central
Southern
Laos Itineraries
- Duration
- 9 days / 8 nights
- Price Per Person
- From $4,700
- Duration
- 9 days / 8 nights
- Price Per Person
- From $4,200
- Duration
- 7 days / 6 nights
- Price Per Person
- From $3,400
- Duration
- 6 days / 5 nights
- Price Per Person
- From $4,300
- Duration
- 20 days / 19 nights
- Price Per Person
- From $21,000
- Date
- Nov 10–20, 2024
- Price Per Person
- $74,888
- Duration
- 10 days / 9 nights
- Price Per Person
- From $6,100
- Duration
- 5 days / 4 nights
- Price Per Person
- From $3,300
- Duration
- 12 days / 11 nights
- Price Per Person
- From $93,100
Amantaka
Amantaka is set south of Phousi Mountain and close to the banks of the Mekong River and the Luang Prabang Night Market. The resort, an old French colonial building, is surrounded by a spacious courtyard, and has 24 suites – eight deluxe suites, four pool suites, eight Khan suites, two Mekong suites and two Amantaka suites, all with spacious interior and exterior living areas. Facilities include a spa, a fitness center, a library and a boutique art gallery. Amantaka is...
Belmond La Residence Phou Vao
Located on an idyllic hillside around 10 minutes from the centre of Luang Prabang, La Residence Phou Vao is a gorgeous boutique property. Set in 2 acres of tropical garden, the resort was built in traditional Lao style and has fantastic views of the surrounding countryside. The hotel's 34 rooms and suites all have wonderful views, either of the gardens, mountains or infinity pool. The two garden suites have separate living rooms. The hotel restaurant offers superb Lao-French cuisine and...
La Folie Lodge
Located on the island of Don Daeng not far from Champasak and Wat Phou, La Folie is a French-run lodge situated on the banks of the Mekong. Guests arrive by boat onto a sandy beach. The lodge consists of 24 rooms housed in 12 charming wooden bungalows, all with balconies offering magnificent river views and equipped with air conditioning, TV, WiFi and en-suite bathrooms. The poolside restaurant, open-aired but sheltered by a graceful wooden roof, offers continental cuisine and Asian...
Muang La Lodge
This boutique lodge offers a private and authentic Laos experience with only five wooden villas and 10 bedrooms, designed with traditional architectural features and created to be a retreat away from it all within a lush tropical landscape. Tropical gardens, rivers, rice fields, numerous and varied local tribes, butterflies, incredible rich fauna and flora, this secluded hideaway offers the best in rest and relaxation. With a natural hot spring, a beautiful flowing river and private corners at every turn, leave...
Rosewood Luang Prabang
Located on a peninsula at the confluence of the Nam Kham and Mekong rivers, Luang Prabang is known for its Buddhist temples and monasteries, preserved traditional architecture, and remaining vestiges of Laos’ French colonial period. These elements earned it the distinction of being listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. The city of just under 60,000 continues to inspire awe in tourists to this day, and with the opening of the Rosewood Luang Prabang, luxury travelers have the...
Settha Palace Hotel
The historic Settha Palace Hotel is centrally located in Vientiane within walking distance of the Mekong River, Thatluang Stupa, Namphu Fountain, and other cultural highlights. Built in French colonial style circa 1932 and restored and reopened in 1999, the hotel has 22 rooms and three suites, all featuring rosewood four-poster beds and armoires, and WiFi connectivity. For dining, La Belle Epoque offers French cuisine, and the Sidewalk Café is a pleasant open-air venue offering Asian and international dishes. Amenities include...
Sofitel Luang Prabang
Sofitel Luang Prabang, located in a refurbished French colonial fort, is one of Luang Prabang's most historic luxury hotels. Formerly known as Hotel de la Paix, Sofitel Luang Prabang consists of 25 suites, including the Signature Governor's Residence, all designed in contemporary style with a bathtub, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, DVD player and iPod, as well as a private terrace/garden area. An all-day dining restaurant serves classic Lao cuisine, and the colonial-style bar is a great spot to enjoy a...
Sannaly Guest House
Overlooking the pretty Northern Laotian town of Phongsali, this basic guesthouse provides simple rooms - good for a few nights of resting after exploring the region. Although amenities and services are kept to a minimum (don’t expect any lavish swimming pools or 24-hour room service), the guesthouse does provide hot water, and some of the more modern room are fitted with TVs and other modern conveniences. The real draw here is the location: shared balconies afford some nice views of the town towards the front, and windows at the back face the rolling green mountains in the distance. The quiet yet ever-so-quaint town of Phongsali is the highest in the whole country, situated around 4,500 feet above sea level.
Amari Vang Vieng
Centrally located in town just steps away from the Post Office, the Amari Vang Vieng brings a touch of luxury to this quiet town. Smartly-dressed suites are fitted with air conditioning, mini bar, fridge, kettle, wardrobe and ensuite bathroom. Some rooms come with sun terrace. Facilities at the hotel include in-house restaurant and bar, private parking, outdoor swiming pool, fitness center, and 24-hour front desk.
Champasak Grand Hotel
The most modern hotel in Pakse, the four-star Champasak Grand is located on the banks of the Mekong and the perfect base for exploring the city, as well as the beautiful surrounding countryside. The property's 214 guest rooms and suites come with a king-size bed or two queen-size beds for twin occupancy. All rooms are tastefully furnished and are appointed with standard modern amenities. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool with river views, a gym, and a business center. For dining, guests can choose from The Grand Coffee Shop for Lao and international cuisines, the Lobby Lounge for drinks and pastries (try freshly-brewed coffee from the Bolaven Plateau), Sa La Gang Kong for seafood on the Mekong, and Zhong Hua Lou for Chinese dishes. Champasak Grand Hotel is a 15-minute drive from Pakse International Airport.
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Weather in Laos
The best time to visit Laos is between October and April when there is no rain and the temperature is cooler.
- The weather in Laos is primarily hot and humid with some seasonal variance.
- There are three primary seasons: November to March, which is the “cool” season, with temperatures hovering around 70° to 80°F (21° to 27°C), lower humidity, and sunny skies, though it does get cold in the mountains.
- April through May is the hot season in which temperatures can rise over 100°F (38°C) and it can be very hazy.
- The rainy season lasts from June through September, with temperatures ranging from 70° to 80°F (21° to 27°C), high humidity, and heavy rainfall, particularly in July and August. Landscapes during this time of the year are especially lush and green.
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Laos Silk Weaving Up Close
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- Ronan O'Connell
Lao people have been weaving these colorful threads for more than 1,000 years with silk made from mulberry leaf-fed silk worms.
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Dinner at the Rosewood Luang Prabang with Chef Sebastien Rubis
- Author
- Tyler Roney
If you’re talking about fine dining in Luang Prabang, you’re talking about Rosewood Luang Prabang — and most certainly about culinary director Sebastien Rubis.
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Southern Laos: Tribal Secrets Unlocked
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- Jay Tindall
Southern Laos offers rarely seen and almost epic tribal adventure. The Brao, Alak, Katu or “Katang” and Ta Oi tribes all offer fascinating cultural insights.
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