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Kuang Si Falls
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Kuang Si Falls

Kuang Si Falls

Don Khone Island
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Île de Don Khone

Don Khone Island

Don Khone, in the Si Phan Don archipelago, combines Li Phi Falls, Irrawaddy dolphin watching, and colonial railway heritage. A car-free island to explore by bicycle, between rice paddies and the Mekong.

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Vientiane

Vientiane

A serene capital on the banks of the Mekong, Vientiane blends golden temples, French colonial heritage, and a gentle way of life. Our guide for 2 days on the ground.

ReligionArchitecture
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Viang Xai

Viang Xai

Hidden within the karst mountains of Hua Phan, Viang Xai preserves the memory of Laos' secret war through the underground cities of the Pathet Lao.

HistoryHiking
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Vang Vieng

Vang Vieng

Between spectacular karst mountains and the Nam Song River, Vang Vieng has reinvented itself as Laos's premier nature and adventure destination. Our complete guide.

TrekkingHistory
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Thakhek

Thakhek

The serene capital of Khammouane Province, Thakhek is the launching point for the mythic motorbike loop through central Laos and its spectacular cave systems.

CyclingHistory
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Muang Sing

Sixty kilometers from Luang Namtha, Muang Sing brings together 11 ethnic minorities, an ancient opium bazaar turned market, and some of the finest treks in the Nam Ha NPA within Laos's Golden Triangle.

ArchitectureTrekking
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Savannakhet

Savannakhet

A discreet jewel of southern Laos, Savannakhet blends French colonial architecture, centuries-old Buddhist temples, and ecotourism within the protected areas of Dong Phu Vieng.

ReligionRuins
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Sam Neua

Sam Neua

Secluded capital of Hua Phan province, Sam Neua unveils the history of the Pathet Lao, the caves of Vieng Xay, weaving villages and wild trekking trails.

UNESCO SitesHistory
tad gneuang waterfall paksong
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Paksong

Paksong

The Laotian coffee capital perched at 1,300m, Paksong opens the doors to the Bolaven Plateau, its waterfalls and organic plantations.

WaterfallsNature
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Paksé

Paksé

At the confluence of the Mekong River and the Se Don, Paksé opens the door to southern Laos: the Bolaven Plateau, Vat Phou, and the 4000 Islands await just a motorbike ride away.

ReligionBuddhism
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Paksane

Paksane

Capital of Borikhamxay province, Paksane serves as a gateway to Nam Kading and Phou Khao Khouay. Waterfalls, ethnic villages and authentic markets.

RiversVillages
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Pak beng

Pakbeng

A river stopover on the Mekong between Huay Xai and Luang Prabang, Pakbeng offers you Khamu villages, elephants and sunset views over the river.

TrekkingRivers
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Pak Kading

Pakkading

Pakkading, a quiet town in Borikhamxay, opens the doors to the Nam Kading NBCA: 1,600 km² of protected forest, rare wildlife and exclusive ecotourism.

VillagesWildlife
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Oudomxay Province

The provincial capital of northwestern Laotian mountains, Oudomxay brings together treks, ethnic villages, karst caves and ancient Buddhism. Complete guide to planning your visit.

BuddhismRivers
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Nong Khiau

Nong Khiaw

Bordered by the Nam Ou River and surrounded by dramatic karst mountains, Nong Khiaw is the standout destination in northern Laos for trekking, viewpoints and remote villages.

WaterfallsHiking
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Nam Xay Viewpoint in Vang Vieng

Just 20 minutes from Vang Vieng, the Nam Xay viewpoint offers a short hike and a 360° panorama over limestone cliffs and rice paddies in Laos.

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MuangXai

A discreet capital in northern Laos, MuangXai conceals 12 ethnic groups, one of the country's largest caves, and villages where time moves to the rhythm of the rice paddies.

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