Laos
Discovering Asia's Hidden Gem
This stunning Ker & Downey adventure leads you through the many faces, landscapes, and gems of Laos. Winding roads travel through charming rice paddy villages. While kayaks shoot through cavernous mountains, private slow boat cruises uncover Buddha statue repositories. Tuk-tuks arrive at colorful almsgiving ceremonies, and guided excursions reveal historic colonial-meets-ancient cities — a comprehensive glimpse of the country’s remarkable culture. Whether you are seeking cultural immersion, scenic tranquility, or spiritual enrichment, this is the perfect Laos luxury vacation experience.
Itinerary at-a-glance:
- Day 1: Vientiane
- Day 2 - 3: Vang Vieng
- Day 4 - 5: Luang Prabang
- Day 6: Departure
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Begin in Vientiane, a quaint and unassuming capital city hugging the Mekong River. The city’s old-world charm is mixed with its Chinese shop houses and French colonial architecture. It creates an intoxicating, idyllic setting for your explorations of local historical sites such as Wat Sisaket, Wat Phra Kaew, That Luang Stupa, and Patouxay, Vientiane’s own Arc de Triomphe.
Visit the Cooperative Orthotic and Prosthetic Enterprise (COPE). This organization provides a better understanding of land mine clearance in Laos. The ongoing consequences of the bombings from the Second Indochina War are a significant and perpetual challenge for the Lao people.
Then set out for a drive through the scenic Laos countryside, saturated with rice paddies, jungles, winding roads, lakeside views, and rural villages. Eventually arrive in Vang Vieng against the gorgeous backdrop of the mighty karst mountains. Settle into your beautiful accommodations at Vang Vieng Riverside Boutique Hotel, taking advantage of some of the best views in the area. Enjoy authentic Lao, Asian, and French dishes at the exclusive Restaurant du Crabe d'Or.
Experience an epic kayaking adventure to the infamous limestone caves, Tham Namu Thaem and Tham Non. Stop along the way for a Lao-style picnic lunch. Then visit the Organic Farm for mulberry tea and take photos of the Kouang Valley panorama. These immersive experiences are ideal for those seeking a more active Laos luxury vacation.
Continue your journey through Laos, driving to Luang Prabang. Many consider this quiet UNESCO Heritage Site the center of Lao culture. Nestled in a mountain valley at the confluence of the Mekong and Khan rivers, the city offers a fascinating glimpse into the Buddhist religious practices and traditional lifestyles of hill-tribe groups in the northern region of Laos.
Upon your arrival, your hotel will treat you to a traditional Lao herbal massage to relax after your drive. Also experience a traditional Baci ceremony, evoking the soul's kwan to re-establish equilibrium.
While in Luang Prabang, participate in a special private cooking class to discover Laotian flavors, ingredients, and dishes. Visit Luang Prabang's highlights. Then indulge in an aperitif on a private sunset Mekong River cruise and a traditional Lao barbecue ("sinh dat").
Your final day in Laos will allow you to travel like locals by tuk-tuk to the peninsula to witness and attend an alms giving ceremony. Long lines of monks stroll along the street of the town center to collect their daily alms from worshipers. Finally, embark on a private slow boat cruise to the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, where thousands of Buddha statues have been stored in the side of a limestone cliff.
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