Laos

8-Day Hidden Highlights of Eastern Laos

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Tour type

Tour Level: High level

Tour Comfort: Luxury

Tour Period: 8 Days

tour highlights

  • Explore the mysterious Plain of Jars a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Visit Tham Piu Cave and see the weaving villages on the way to Sam Neau
  • Experience the caves at Viengsay and the role they played in the Communist led revolution
  • Journey on the Mekong to the temples at the sacred Pak Ou caves
  • Discover the culture and architectural heritage of Luang Prabang

 

tour details

Eastern Hidden Laos unearths both historical and natural treasures of Laos that take you off the beaten track. Combining the culture and handicrafts of rural villages, key sites in the history of the Indochina war and the Communist led revolution and finishing with a look at sacred temples and the architectural heritage of Luang Prabang.

Why choose this tour?

A perfect tour for those looking to discover the hidden history of this less visited area of Laos. It will be of particular interest to those who enjoy an archaeological mystery and who want to visit the key sites associated with the revolutionary history of Laos. 

customise the tour

In Luang Prabang options include:

  • Diethelm Exclusive - enjoy a bespoke cocktails and canapes sunset moment at our private pier
  • Celebrate the day's end by adding on a luxurious sunset cruise
  • Go Local: Enjoy a game of Pétanque with the locals in the late afternoon or evening
  • Start the day with a private facilitated early morning yoga session or meditation practice
  • Upgrade dinner and treat yourself to dinner at the upscale Paste @ The Apsara

includes

  • Accommodation in shared double/twin room with air conditioning (AC) and private bathroom
  • Meals as stated in the programme B= Breakfast, L= Lunch & D= Dinner
  • Transfers and tours with English-speaking guides in private air conditioned vehicles
  • All entrance fees as mentioned in the programme
  • Mineral water and cold towels available in the vehicles

excludes

  • Domestic airfare (quoted separately, if requested)
  • International airfare to / from Laos (quoted separately, if requested)
  • Optional tours
  • Surcharges for other language guides
  • Surcharges for Lao Pimai (New Year)
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Personal expenditures, such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, camera fees, communications, postage, gratuities, etc.
  • Meals and services other than mentioned in the programme
  • Drinks with meals
  • Compulsory gala dinners during festive seasons and peak season surcharges which will be advised at the time of booking or when available
  • Early check-in and late check-out at hotels, if not mentioned in the programme

notes

Upon request, a licensed French, German, Spanish or other language-speaking guide can accompany participants for the whole duration of the trip at an additional cost.

Tour code: 8EHLEC

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