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The 15 Best Tours & Day Trips in Laos

79 tours  ·  from $11

Everything with a guide, a boat or a minibus attached, in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth a whole day, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.

Luang Prabang: UNESCO World Heritage City Highlights Tour - Wat Xieng Thong and the old peninsula
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Luang Prabang: UNESCO World Heritage City Highlights Tour

1.UNESCO World Heritage City Highlights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 201 reviews · 4.5 hours - 1 day · from $35Our pick

Start before sunrise for the alms-giving ceremony and morning market, then visit Wat Xieng Thong, the former Royal Palace, Wat Mai, and Phousi Hill. Choose a half-day city tour, a full cultural day, or add Kuang Si Falls and a Hmong village. Hotel pickup, small groups, and private tours are available.

“It was a great experience with my tour guide, which was a very knowledgeable about history of Laos and Buddhism. It was a truly interesting journey.”

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Vang Vieng: Tham Nangfar and Tham Nam Day Tour with Kayaking - Kayaking the Nam Song past limestone peaks
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Vang Vieng: Tham Nangfar and Tham Nam Day Tour with Kayaking

2.Tham Nangfar and Tham Nam Day Tour with Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 147 reviews · 5 hours · from $24Best value

Spend five active hours north of Vang Vieng kayaking the Nam Song, tubing through Tham Nam, and exploring Tham Nang Far, or Angel Cave. Your English- or Thai-speaking guide provides safety instruction, gear, lunch, water, and hotel transfers. Expect scenic river stretches, small rapids, limestone formations, and a busy cave passage.

“Fantastic. I guide was exceptional. He was knowledgeable, practical and caring. This trip was amazing in many ways. The company provided everything like a waterproof bag, towels, straps for anyone with glasses. Come enjoy for yourself. Don't forget to bring slippers or water shoes.”

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Luang Prabang: Kayak Tour to Pak Ou Caves - Entering the two Pak Ou Caves
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Luang Prabang: Kayak Tour to Pak Ou Caves

3.Kayak Tour to Pak Ou Caves

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 115 reviews · 5 - 9 hours · from $43

Paddle easy stretches of the Nam Ou and Mekong to Pak Ou Caves, then continue by road to Kuang Si Falls and Ban Na Uan Hmong village. Guides such as Lan, Mungkone, and Vone are praised for friendly, clear explanations. Expect a small group, buffet lunch, muddy riverbanks, and a busy full-day schedule.

“Really enjoyed our day kayacking along the Ou river, exploring the Ou caves and visiting the Kuang Si waterfall. Kayacking was lovely though a bit short - only 2 hours kayacking and would have liked to kayak for longer. Lunch was exceptional - one of the best lunches I’ve had during a tour and in a beautiful location. The waterfalls were wonderful too, though would have been nice to have a bit more time as there is a lot to explore, especially if you want to climb to the top of the hill overlooking the waterfalls. Overall, a great day seeing all the best spots around Luang Prabang.”

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Luang Prabang City Tour & Kuang Si Waterfalls - The morning market near the Royal Palace
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Luang Prabang City Tour & Kuang Si Waterfalls

4.Luang Prabang City Tour & Kuang Si Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 87 reviews · from $44

See Luang Prabang’s temples, Royal Palace, morning market, and Mount Phousi, then head to Kuang Si Falls. The optional 5:30 am start adds the alms ceremony. Guides such as Boun Louam, Thin, Sack, and Buon lead the city portion, with air-conditioned transport and waterfall entry included.

“Great tour by Mr. Thin! He's very knowledgeable, kind and helpful. A really good person who really cares for his guests.”

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Vientiane Cultural Tour with Private Guide - Buddha Park: surreal statues outside the city
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Vientiane Cultural Tour with Private Guide

5.Vientiane Cultural Tour with Private Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · from $125Top rated

Spend about eight hours with a private guide and driver exploring Vientiane’s temples, monuments, Buddha Park, and the COPE Visitor Centre. Guides such as Chansay, Toy, Sombath, and Bandith explain Lao history and customs, while the private format lets you adjust the pace and focus.

“Excellent tour! Chansay was a great guide around Vientiane and also very knowledgeable about Lao culture and history, and we had great conversations. Communication was great and the whole day was a smooth process — not too fast and good pace. Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Vientiane (and also Luang Prabang). Also, great lunch spot :)”

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Vientiane: Cultural Tour with Buddha Park and Patuxay - Wat Si Muang sets the cultural tone
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Vientiane: Cultural Tour with Buddha Park and Patuxay

6.Cultural Tour with Buddha Park and Patuxay

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 74 reviews · 6 - 8 hours · from $58

Spend 6 to 8 hours touring Vientiane with an English or Chinese-speaking guide. Visit Buddha Park, Wat Si Muang, Wat Sisaket, Pha That Luang, and Patuxay, with hotel pickup, transport, storytelling, and a lunch break. Guides such as Souk, Nam, Nong, and Kay are praised for clear explanations and friendly help. Admission, lunch, and drinks cost extra.

“Anoudeth is a very good guide and he had great knowledge about historical sites as well as local knowledge. He is a very pleasant and helpful person. The sites included in the tour covered most important sightseeing locationd in Vientiane.”

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From Luang Prabang: Guided Mountain Bike Tour with Lunch - Following the Nam Ou and Mekong Rivers
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From Luang Prabang: Guided Mountain Bike Tour with Lunch

7.Guided Mountain Bike Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 72 reviews · 5 hours · from $42

Ride a Trek Marlin 7 from Ban Xang Hai through rice fields, villages, temples, and riverside trails near Luang Prabang. English-speaking guides such as Vone, Chai, Kone, and Kung explain local life and Buddhism. A support truck, water, safety gear, shower, and buffet lunch are included. Add kayaking to Pak Ou Caves and a sunset boat ride for a longer day.

“This was a great way to see the countryside and the lunch afterwards was excellent. The quality of the bikes was good too. You should be moderately fit and a reasonably confident cyclist as there are some hills and off road sections. It’s not that hard but not for beginners.”

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Vang Vieng: Nam Song River Kayak Tour - Hotel pickup and the short ride to Ban Viengsamai
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Vang Vieng: Nam Song River Kayak Tour

8.Nam Song River Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 69 reviews · 4 hours · from $33

You’ll spend four hours kayaking the Nam Song River from Vang Vieng, starting 6 km north in Ban Viengsamai. An English-speaking guide explains paddle technique, river safety, and local history before you set off through small rapids, fishing areas, and dramatic mountain views. Equipment, water, and hotel transport are included.

“le guide etait tres sympa et les paysages exceptionnels”

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Luang Prabang Evening Food Tour by Tuk-Tuk - Starting near Wat Xiengthong and the Old Quarter
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Luang Prabang Evening Food Tour by Tuk-Tuk

9.Luang Prabang Evening Food Tour by Tuk-Tuk

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 68 reviews · from $68

Spend 3.5 hours eating your way through Luang Prabang with a local English-speaking guide such as Aping, Tony, Amy, Pha, or Mr Jan. Ride by tuk-tuk to family-run food stops, grill meat, try rice noodles and coconut pancakes, visit the night market, and enjoy Beerlao or other drinks along the way.

“Our guide, Tony, was super. Took us through the various shopping and food areas of the night market. Tasted many good and interesting local foods. Then we settled down for delicious Laos hot-pot cooked over charcoal. Tony was very interesting and open to discussing Laos culture and traditions.”

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Luang Prabang: Foodie Walking Tour & Monk Blessing - A Practical Introduction to Lao Cuisine
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Luang Prabang: Foodie Walking Tour & Monk Blessing

10.Foodie Walking Tour & Monk Blessing

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 66 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $50

Walk Luang Prabang’s old town with an English-speaking guide, sampling local snacks, a Luang Prabang specialty, and breakfast or dinner. You’ll visit a temple, talk with a monk about Buddhist life, and receive a traditional blessing. Groups are limited to six, with guides such as Tom, Tid, Nongkhan, and Mr Tip reported on recent departures.

“The morning market was really interesting, and the explanation of local food and eating customs was helpful. Monk blessing was a much bigger part of this than expected (in a positive way) we had loads of time to chat with the monk and ask questions, which was really special.”

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Luang Prabang: Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings - What $45 gets you in Luang Prabang
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Luang Prabang: Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings

11.Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 58 reviews · 4 hours · from $45

Spend four hours eating your way through Luang Prabang with a local foodie guide. Try 15+ Lao tastings, visit market stalls and old eateries, meet a monk, watch sunset by the Mekong, and finish with noodles and Beerlao. Groups are limited to eight.

“Fabulous in every way!! Great guide and excellent food coming a wide range. Highly recommend!!”

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Small Group Half Day Luang Prabang city tour - Riverview Park gives you the city’s basic geography
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Small Group Half Day Luang Prabang city tour

12.Small Group Half Day Luang Prabang city tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 57 reviews · from $30

Start at 5:30 a.m. for Luang Prabang’s alms-giving ceremony and morning market, then visit Wat Xiengthong, Wat Sene, the Royal Palace Museum, and Mount Phousi with an English-speaking local guide. Guides such as Bounlouam, Sitthai, Latte, Boon, and Puang have earned strong praise, though temple fees, steps, and a possible museum closure deserve planning.

“Great walking tour. We learned so much from our guide who previously spent time as a monk. Learned about all the different foods in the morning market and all about the temple and royal palace in Luang Prabang. Recomendad!!!”

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Vientiane: Half-Day City Tour with Patuxai and Buddha Park - Buddha Park’s strange concrete figures
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Vientiane: Half-Day City Tour with Patuxai and Buddha Park

13.Half-Day City Tour with Patuxai and Buddha Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 57 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $52

You’ll visit Buddha Park, That Dam, Patuxai Monument, and Pha That Luang from central Vientiane in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Souk, Joy, Namt, and Mr Gaokhin Saechao explain Laos through its temples, legends, and modern history. Admission fees are extra, so carry Lao kip.

“Our guide Souk was simply the best ever tour guide. I’ve been on as most of you have experienced all plead for good reviews or no work. Souk was such a knowledgeable gentleman, being a ex monk himself with 9 years in a monastery, knew everything about the temples, mixed religion, traditions and time periods. His English was superb what a super guide can’t fault him or the tour. The only down score for value for money was the fact that every tour through Asia I’ve been on has plenty of cold free water. You need to supply this little gesture for the vale got money”

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Luang Prabang: Bamboo Experience & Kuang Si Falls Tour - The bamboo pavilion outside Luang Prabang
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Luang Prabang: Bamboo Experience & Kuang Si Falls Tour

14.Bamboo Experience & Kuang Si Falls Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 8 hours · from $63

Spend eight hours with a small group of up to six, learning bamboo weaving and Lao cooking at a rustic family-run pavilion, then visiting Kuang Si Falls and its sun bear rescue center. Guides including Sai and Somsai share practical cultural insight, while the cooking class serves lunch you help prepare.

“This was excellent! We went in the dry season and it was still fabulous. We learned so much about the importance of bamboo as well as how to weave it, cook with it, and eat it! We enjoyed a lovely morning of learning about Lao culture and how bamboo is integral to the food and culture, played instruments, games, wove mats, and had an amazing lunch that we learned to cook from the guides there. Truly don't miss out on this experience!”

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Vientiane City Highlights Tour with Buddha Park & Lunch - Wat Si Saket and the city’s oldest temple
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Vientiane City Highlights Tour with Buddha Park & Lunch

15.Vientiane City Highlights Tour with Buddha Park & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 38 reviews · 8 hours · from $100

Spend eight hours exploring Vientiane with an English-speaking guide and private driver. Visit Wat Si Saket, Haw Phra Kaew, Patuxay, That Luang, COPE Center, and Buddha Park, with hotel pickup, entrance fees, and a Lao lunch included. Guides such as Thipphavanh, Viengxay, Thony, and Noy are praised for clear explanations and warm conversation.

“I loved my day with Thony and Lassi! We visited Vientiane’s most beautiful spots. Thony is extremely knowledgeable, interesting, patient, and pedagogue. I learnt a lot with him. Lassi is very kind and drives extremely carefully. I really enjoyed the tour that allowed me to learn more about Laos and discover unforgettable places.”

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