Laos Transformative Tours & Trip Packages

Laos Transformative Tours & Trips

103 Laos trips. Tours from 74 tour companies. 289 reviews. 4.8/5 avg rating.

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Thailand, Laos & Vietnam Adventure
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4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Chiang Mai, Cu Chi Tunnels, Da Nang, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An , Hue, Luang Prabang, Mekong River , Vientiane

Highlights

  • Explore the canals of bangkok
  • Float down the mighty mekong river
  • Visit majestic caves and stunning limestone karsts in halong bay
  • Browse the tailor shops in hoi an
  • Squeeze through the cu chi tunnels

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"We spent two wonderful weeks touring several of the best destinations in Portugal & Spain with a group of 16 people. Our guide (Fredy) was from Spain and intimately familiar with the region, including its rich history, attractions, and food/beverages. The tour was well-paced using a combinations of private vehicles (small buses and cabs), trains, and an airplane ride as well as a fair amount of walking to get around these two beautiful countries. We extended our stay in Lisbon to see more attractions and took a side trip to Fatima, Obidos, and Nazare that was also excellent. Would have liked to have a bit more time in a couple of the cities, but we'll just have to plan another trip!"

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Thailand and Laos Adventure
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4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Chiang Mai, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Luang Prabang, Mekong River , Vientiane

Highlights

  • Explore bangkok's canals
  • Discover buddhist temples
  • Float down the mighty mekong river
  • Get wet in the spray of waterfalls

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"We spent two wonderful weeks touring several of the best destinations in Portugal & Spain with a group of 16 people. Our guide (Fredy) was from Spain and intimately familiar with the region, including its rich history, attractions, and food/beverages. The tour was well-paced using a combinations of private vehicles (small buses and cabs), trains, and an airplane ride as well as a fair amount of walking to get around these two beautiful countries. We extended our stay in Lisbon to see more attractions and took a side trip to Fatima, Obidos, and Nazare that was also excellent. Would have liked to have a bit more time in a couple of the cities, but we'll just have to plan another trip!"

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Southeast Asia Encompassed
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4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Angkor Wat, Chiang Mai, Cu Chi Tunnels, Da Nang, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An , Hue, Killing Fields, Luang Prabang, Mekong Delta, Mekong River , Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh , Siem Reap, Vientiane

Highlights

  • Float down the mighty mekong river
  • Explore the bustling streets of hanoi
  • Sail on a junk through halong bay
  • Village homestay with a host-prepared laotian meal

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"We spent two wonderful weeks touring several of the best destinations in Portugal & Spain with a group of 16 people. Our guide (Fredy) was from Spain and intimately familiar with the region, including its rich history, attractions, and food/beverages. The tour was well-paced using a combinations of private vehicles (small buses and cabs), trains, and an airplane ride as well as a fair amount of walking to get around these two beautiful countries. We extended our stay in Lisbon to see more attractions and took a side trip to Fatima, Obidos, and Nazare that was also excellent. Would have liked to have a bit more time in a couple of the cities, but we'll just have to plan another trip!"

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Epic South East Asia
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4.9/5 Excellent
25 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Angkor Wat, Chiang Mai, Hanoi, Hoi An , Luang Prabang, Siem Reap

Highlights

  • Laos means laaaid-back. it's one of the most chilled-out countries going around
  • Two days of cruising down the mekong river in a traditional-style boat is one of southeast asia's classic trips, with more photo-ops than you can shake a bamboo cane at
  • Who'd have thought green seas and giant mossy rocks could be so pretty? cruising on halong bay is bliss
  • Is there anything more awesome than nha trang? yep! it's free time in nha trang. whether you fill it with beachside lolling, village hopping or partying is up to you
  • Is angkor the most incredible place in southeast asia? decide for yourself as you temple-hop with an expert local guide
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Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"FANTASTIC. Start to finish it is such a fantastic taste of Central America, all the destinations are interesting and you can do as much or as little as you choose."

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Laos & Cambodia Highlights
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4.9/5 Excellent
25 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Chiang Mai, Luang Prabang, Phnom Penh , Siem Reap, Vientiane

Highlights

  • It doesn’t get more southeast asian than cruising down the mekong river in a traditional-style boat, and lucky you will get two days of it here
  • Get seriously laid-back in laos and find out why it’s one of the most chilled countries around
  • Jump on an overnight train in thailand, maybe the best form of transport ever – travelling like a local, making new mates, and waking up in a new place all rolled into one
  • You know a place is special if the unesco guys stick it on their list, and exotic luang prabang is just that – french villas, buddhist temples, the mighty mekong and the tastiest bakeries and cafes
  • This trip hits all the must-sees of cambodia. is it possible to fall in love with a pile of stones? you might think so after your time at angkor wat

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"FANTASTIC. Start to finish it is such a fantastic taste of Central America, all the destinations are interesting and you can do as much or as little as you choose."

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Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia Family Journey
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Angkor Wat, Da Nang, Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, Luang Prabang, Saigon, Siem Reap

Highlights

  • Biking past rice paddies on the Mekong Delta
  • Getting a personal mahout lesson on an elephant
  • Visiting a floating village in Halong Bay

Themes

Cultural, Family Friendly, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Relaxing Retreats, Transformative, Sailing

What travelers are saying

"Life changing! Alex our guide incredibly knowledgeable, caring and has a great sense of humor. If I needed a day to relax (and perhaps shop) it was totally encouraged and acceptable - Porto Fino amazing! The itinerary and hotels spot on! I’m ready to go back, maybe the Amalfi Coast!!! Don’t hesitate, book the guided trip now!!"

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Vietnam and Laos: Ethnic Villages and Untraveled Roads
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Hanoi, Luang Prabang, Mekong River , Vientiane

Highlights

  • Explore Temple of Literature, Presidential Palace, Cooking Demonstration, History Museum, Opera House and Old Quarter.
  • Enjoy Meeting Puppet Master and Private Puppet Show.
  • Book Trip to Brother Mouse and Khouang Si Falls.
  • Visit Pratuxai and that Luang.
  • Kayaking River and Exploring Another Cave.

Themes

Cultural, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Transformative, Religious

What travelers are saying

"It is a difficult job to make everybody happy all of the time, but you ladies do a superb job. We were definitely off the beaten path, and when following that path there are sometimes unexpected surprises, but every bump was handled beautifully."

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Indochina Cultures Experiences 22 days
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5/5 Excellent
9 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Angkor Wat, Cu Chi Tunnels, Da Nang, Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Luang Prabang, Siem Reap, Vientiane

Highlights

  • Opportunity to explore all the places of interest Vientiane has to offer including the oldest Wat Sisaket with thousands of miniature Buddha statues
  • Awesome boat trip upstream the Mekong River to visit the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes
  • Massive Khouangsi Waterfall where you can cool off with a refreshing swim in the turquoise pools or walk along the forest trails
  • Visit Hanoi’s most interesting sights, including the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, House-on-Stilts and the One Pillar Pagoda followed by QuanThanh Temple
  • Discover the World Heritage My Son Ruins, comprised of seventy Hindu-like towers and temples dating from the 2nd century

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"Very professional and will help orchestrate a wonderful tour designed just for you!"

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South East Asia Loop
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4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Angkor Wat, Bangkok , Battambang , Chiang Mai, Halong Bay , Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An , Hue, Luang Prabang, Mekong Delta, Mekong River , Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh , Saigon, Siem Reap, Vientiane

Highlights

  • Discover the incredible Angkor Wat. As well as a guided tour, you'll also have a pass to cover your whole time in Siem Reap. So you can explore this World Heritage temple complex as much and as often as you like.
  • The two-day boat journey down the iconic Mekong River passes incredible rural scenery and is one of the must-dos to truly experience South East Asia.
  • Discover the mysterious beauty of the Lao jungle as you walk side by side with recently rescued elephants on stroll through their natural habitat.
  • Sample local food wherever you go, from a seafood dinner on Halong Bay, street snacks at markets, a meal at a buddhist nunnery, coconut candy and tropical fruits in the Mekong Delta, and dinner at KOTO restaurant.
  • Discover Kampong Luong and the countryside around Battambang with a visit to a floating village and a bike ride around farms and cottage industries.

Themes

Cultural, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"We joined the Intrepid “Real Italy Food Tour” and enjoyed it thoroughly. Our tour guide, Micol, was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of good information. It seems Micol knew many of the staff of the venues we visited, including the pasta making class we attended. Our group of 11 travelers was extremely compatible, which greatly added to the fun and enjoyment."

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Cambodia & Laos Uncovered
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By Contiki
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4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
Their trips create life-long memories for young people setting off to discover the world.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • 8 Breakfast (B)
  • 1 Lunch (L)
  • 1 Dinner (D)
  • Luang Prabang: Cycle around the former capital of Laos. Then visit Big Brother Mouse to help locals improve their English.
  • Luang Prabang: Meditate at this ornate temple, or just marvel at its gilded beauty and take lots of pics.
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Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"Great hotels and hit all the essential sights!"

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Spirit of Laos
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4/5 Great
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They explore a place beyond the typical tourist traps and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” intrepid travelers want.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous

Visits

Angkor Thom, Angkor Wat, Bangkok, Banteay Srei, Champa, Luang Prabang, Mekong River , Pakse , Siem Reap, Tonle Sap Lake, Vientiane

Highlights

  • Discover delightful Laos, a hidden gem of Southeast Asia, travel south to Angkor's temples
  • Soak up Luang Prabang's French colonial charm and watch monks line the street at sunrise
  • Take a slow boat on the sleepy Mekong and encounter tribal villages in northern Laos

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Very friendly and down to earth. Honest opinions and viewpoints. Quick to inform of any updates. Was prepared to to give probable/possible outcomes to my hypothetical questions ."

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Kingdoms of Southeast Asia Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand - 2024
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4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Group Tour
Why we love them
With a history that spans back to 1918, they have unparalleled expertise in the guided tour industry and can cater to all types of travelers.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Ha Long Bay, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Luang Prabang, Siem Reap

Highlights

  • A local Laotian family welcomes you into their home for dinner.
  • Learn the secrets of Vietnamese cooking during an interactive class.
  • Sample several famous Vietnamese dishes on a walking food tour.
  • Explore Hanoi’s historic Old Quarter on an exciting walking tour.
  • See the Cu Chi Tunnels, a maze of underground passageways used by the Viet Cong.
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Themes

Cultural

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Postcards Of Laos: Culture & Heritage
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By Exotic Voyages
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
A luxury tour company that designs extraordinary, off-the-beaten-path journeys across Asia.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Luang Prabang, Pakse , Vientiane

Highlights

  • Witness the Tak Bak ceremony.
  • Explore Khuang Sy waterfall.
  • Visit the Plains of Jars.
  • Full-day trek to Heouysan waterfall.
  • Weaving village at Ban Don Kho.
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Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Lucy at Exotic Voyages planned the best honeymoon my wife and I could have asked for. She listened to what my wife and I wanted to do, and turned that into an unforgettable 10 day vacation. We went through 4 different itineraries before we landed on the final one. Lucy was always friendly and very quick to answer any questions we had. She took care of every detail, Visas, ground transportation, tours, etc. If you are planning on going to Vietnam, you MUST use Lucy and Exotic Voyages."

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Laos Reviews & Ratings

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Spirit of Laos

This trip wasn't up to the normal Explore standards - quality of the tour leader could have been better, itinerary also has room for improvement (especially the ridi...

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Spirit of Laos

I have used Explore many times, but this trip was very disappointing in comparison with all previous ones. Laos itself was fantastic, but the organisation of the iti...

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Spirit of Laos

Visiting Vat Phou but no local guide provided, just a leaflet handed to us by our Tour Leader!

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Laos Tour Selection Trips

  • Bus trips through the mountains can be long and uncomfortable. Landslides may also disrupt travel plans, so make sure your plans are flexible.
  • If you visit Vang Vieng to try the infamous “tubing”, you may be disappointed. Visitors can still float down the river in a rubber tube, but the riverside bars have all been shut down following a number of accidents involving tourists. Instead, the stopping points along the river are now spaces to play games and meet others (though rumor has it alcohol continues to be sold here).
  • When choosing a trek in the northern mountains, make sure to choose a route appropriate to your fitness level, as well as ensuring to bring appropriate shoes and clothing.
  • Malaria exists in parts of Laos, so anti-malarials, mosquito nets, and mosquito repellant are recommended.
  • Act respectfully and dress appropriately when visiting buddhist temples. Remove your shoes and use only your right hand to ring bells and make offerings.
  • English is common throughout Laos, particularly in tourist areas. Learning a few words in the Lao language, however, can be a nice way to interact with locals.

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