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Wake Before Dawn for the Monks' Alms Procession
Witness hundreds of saffron-robed monks silently collecting rice at first light.
Swim in the Turquoise Pools of Kuang Si Falls
Cool off in cascading turquoise pools beneath a 60-meter jungle waterfall.
Climb to the Summit of Mount Phousi at Sunset
Ascend 328 steps to a golden stupa with 360-degree views over the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers.
Stand Before the Golden Stupa of Pha That Luang
Visit the golden symbol of Laos — a sacred stupa that defines the nation's identity.
Explore the Gilded Halls of Wat Xieng Thong
Enter Laos' most magnificent temple, a masterpiece of sweeping rooflines and mosaic art.
Ride the Thakhek Loop Through Kong Lor Cave
Motorcycle a 450-kilometer loop through Laos' wildest karst landscapes to a seven-kilometer river cave.
Explore the Pre-Angkorian Ruins of Wat Phu
Climb to a UNESCO World Heritage Khmer temple predating Angkor Wat by centuries.
Kayak the Nam Song River Through Karst Towers
Paddle a kayak beneath towering limestone cliffs along a crystal-clear jungle river.
Decipher the Mystery of the Plain of Jars
Walk among thousands of ancient stone jars scattered across a plateau that defies explanation.
Feast on Laap and Sticky Rice at Dyen Sabai
Cross a bamboo bridge to a riverside restaurant for the definitive Lao feast.
Cruise Through Kong Lor Cave by Longboat
Navigate seven kilometers of underground river through a mountain in total darkness.
Plunge into the Blue Lagoons
Swing from a tree rope into impossibly blue spring-fed pools hidden in the jungle.
Take a Slow Boat Up the Mekong to Pak Ou Caves
Cruise the Mekong to a limestone cliff cave stuffed with thousands of Buddha statues.
Ride a Motorbike Loop Through the Bolaven Plateau
Rip through coffee country and cascading waterfalls on a legendary motorbike circuit.
Devour Khao Piak Sen at a Morning Noodle Shop
Slurp thick handmade rice noodles in aromatic broth at a steaming street-side stall.
Watch Dolphins Surface at the Mekong-Cambodia Border
Spot critically endangered Irrawaddy dolphins surfacing in the Mekong's southernmost Lao waters.
Float the Nam Song on a Tube at Golden Hour
Drift downstream on an inner tube as the karst landscape glows amber in the late sun.
Hike to the 100 Most Beautiful Views Viewpoint
Climb through jungle to a cliff-edge panorama over the Nam Ou river and endless karst peaks.
Hike to the Pha Ngern Viewpoint
Summit a karst peak for a bird's-eye panorama over the entire Vang Vieng valley.
Hear the Thunder of Khone Phapheng Falls
Stand before Southeast Asia's widest waterfall as the Mekong roars through a maze of channels.
Browse the Luang Prabang Night Market
Wander Sisavangvong Road's colorful night market for handwoven textiles and Hmong crafts.
Contemplate the Enigma of Buddha Park
Wander a riverside sculpture garden of over 200 surreal Hindu and Buddhist statues.
Explore the Stalactites of Tham Chang Cave
Climb into a massive cave system overlooking the valley with ancient stalactite formations.
Watch the Mekong Sunset from the Riverside Promenade
Sip a BeerLao on the riverbank as the sun drops behind Thailand across the Mekong.
Learn the Story of the Secret War at the MAG Centre
Understand why Laos is the most heavily bombed country in history at this sobering exhibition.
Cycle Across the French Railway Bridge to Don Khon
Pedal over a crumbling colonial railway bridge connecting two Mekong islands by rusted tracks.
Stroll Through Patuxai Victory Monument at Dusk
Climb Vientiane's Arc de Triomphe for panoramic views bathed in golden light.
Eat Grilled Mekong Fish at a Riverside Shack
Crack open a whole charcoal-grilled river fish stuffed with lemongrass at a bamboo table.
Sample French-Lao Fusion on Rue Setthathirat
Bite into a Lao baguette stuffed with pate, herbs, and chili at a colonial-era shopfront.
Trek to Hmong Villages Through Rice Paddies
Walk through emerald rice fields and limestone valleys to remote Hmong hilltop communities.
Explore Pha Tok Cave and Its Secret War History
Crawl into a cliffside cave that sheltered villagers during the American bombing campaign.
Eat Tam Mak Hoong at Pakse Central Market
Brave the fierce southern Lao papaya salad at a bustling market stall.
Taste Single-Origin Bolaven Coffee at a Local Roastery
Cup freshly roasted arabica and robusta at the source on the volcanic Bolaven Plateau.
Feast on Freshwater Fish in a Mekong Hammock Restaurant
Eat grilled river fish and sip BeerLao in a hammock overlooking the Mekong at sunset.
Swim at the Base of Tad Lo Waterfall
Cool off in the jungle pool beneath a tiered waterfall on the Bolaven Plateau.
Eat Khao Soi Noodles at a Riverside Morning Stall
Slurp rich coconut-curry noodle soup unique to northern Laos at a dawn-lit riverside table.
Visit an Alak Village and Learn Traditional Weaving
Watch Alak women weave intricate textiles on wooden looms in a Bolaven Plateau village.
Taste Jar-Aged Lao-Lao Rice Whisky with Locals
Sample homemade rice whisky distilled in villages around the Plain of Jars.
Stroll the Faded French Colonial Waterfront
Walk crumbling Indochine mansions along the Mekong in one of Laos' most atmospheric towns.
Eat Freshly Caught Nam Ou River Fish at a Village Kitchen
Taste charcoal-grilled river fish prepared by families who have fished the Nam Ou for generations.
Eat Ping Kai and Jaew at the Thakhek Morning Market
Tear into smoky grilled chicken with fiery chili dip at a bustling provincial market.
Walk the French Quarter of Old Savannakhet
Explore crumbling colonial streets and a Catholic church in Laos' most unexpected town.
Eat Foe at a Decades-Old Noodle Shop
Slurp a steaming bowl of Lao-style pho at a family shop that has served it for generations.