Start in Luang Prabang and end in Huay Xai! With the In-depth Cultural tour Off the Beaten Path Laos Tour 7-Day, you have a 7 days tour package taking you through Luang Prabang, Laos and 5 other destinations in Laos. Off the Beaten Path Laos Tour 7-Day includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
Discover the hidden gem of Southeast Asia with our 7-day tour package starting from Luang Prabang and ending at the border to cross to Thailand. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and natural beauty of Laos with an exciting itinerary that takes you to some of the most popular destinations in the region. From the historic city of Luang Prabang to the stunning waterfalls of Kuangsi, this tour promises an unforgettable experience.
Upon your arrival, our staff will meet you and transfer you to your centrally located hotel. Luang Prabang is considered one of the best-preserved traditional cities in Southeast Asia, offering a charming and tranquil atmosphere with its natural scenery and cultural landmarks. After a short rest, we'll visit the National Museum at the former Royal Palace, which houses a collection of artifacts showcasing the richness of Lao culture throughout the ages. We will also visit Wat Mai and climb to the top of Mount Phousi to explore the sacred, gilded stupa and enjoy the beautiful sunset views of the city and the Mekong River. We will end the day by visiting the Night Market, where you can peruse a lovely selection of handmade textiles. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
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Accommodation Options:
Villa Chitdara Hotel - 3-star or similar
Le Belair Resort - 4-star or similar
Villa maly Hotel - 5-star or similar
Today, we will enjoy a short guided tour of the city's oldest temple, Wat Sene, and the magnificent Wat Xieng Thong, where you can see the impressive “tree of life†mosaic set in colored glass. Afterward, we will board an upstream cruise on the Mekong River, which will give us a panoramic view of the tranquil countryside. We will make sure to stop at the Pak Ou Caves, which are sanctuaries consisting of two large caverns, both repositories for thousands of Buddha images. During the day, we will also visit a few villages, including Ban Muangkeo, where the local rice wine is produced.
In the afternoon, we will head out of town 30km to the beautiful Kuang Si Falls. En route, we will stop to visit some ethnic minority villages and see how these colorful people live. Once we arrive at Kuang Si Falls, you can swim in the turquoise pools or walk along forest paths. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
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Accommodation Options:
Villa Chitdara Hotel - 3-star or similar
Le Belair Resort - 4-star or similar
Villa maly Hotel - 5-star or similar
After breakfast, we will catch the express train to Oudomxay. This province is home to 23 ethnic minority groups. Upon arrival, our staff will meet you and transfer you to the jungle resort, Namkat Yolapa. After checking into your hotel, we will enjoy a short trek through the jungle to the Namkat waterfall. You can take your time at the waterfall before returning to the hotel for an overnight stay.
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Accommodation: Namkat Yorlapa (local best)
In the morning, we will depart from Namkat Yolapa towards Pak Khai, enjoying stunning views of the Nam Pak River, terraced rice fields, and small villages along the riverbanks. Upon arrival, we will begin our trek along a mountain trail that follows a mountain stream through lush vegetation. You will have the opportunity to meet local farmers working in their rice fields, and learn about their farming practices, as well as hunting and fishing in the mountain stream. After about 1.5 hours, we will leave the forest and arrive at Ban Phavie, a beautiful Khamu village located on top of a hill. After having lunch in the village, we will continue on to nearby waterfalls, where you can relax in the refreshing waters and enjoy the peaceful surroundings (weather permitting). We will return to Namkat Yolapa at around 2:30 PM and arrive in the late afternoon.
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Accommodation: Namkat Yorlapa (local best)
After breakfast, we will take a short walk to the Khamu village and observe the colorful way of life of these people before catching the express train to Luang Namtha, which is located on the banks of the Tha River or Nam Tha. Upon arrival, our staff will meet you and transfer you to your hotel for check-in. After a short rest, we will visit the Luang Namtha Museum, which houses collections of anthropological significance. Here, you can see ethnic clothing, tools, instruments, and artworks, providing insight into local culture and history. We will also visit the Lantern Village of Ban Nam Dee, where you can observe ethnic traditions in action and cool off by the beautiful Nam Dee waterfall. In the evening, we will return to Luang Namtha for overnight.
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Accommodation Options:
Phou Iu Bungalow - 3-star or similar
Pou Villa - 4-star or similar
Pou Villa - 4-star (local best)
After breakfast, we will begin our journey to Muong Sing with stops at several hill tribe villages, including Ekor (Aka) and Lan Taen. These tribes were originally from Sino-Tibetan descent. After lunch, we will explore the hill tribe way of life and visit Chieng Tung stupa, Ban Nam Ded Village, Ban Nam Mai Village of Yao people, and Pang Thong local checkpoint, located at the Laos-China border. We will return to Luang Namtha in the evening, and the remainder of the day will be yours to enjoy at your leisure. Overnight in Luang Namtha.
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Accommodation Options:
Phou Iu Bungalow - 3-star or similar
Pou Villa - 4-star or similar
Pou Villa - 4-star (local best)
After breakfast at the hotel, we will begin our journey to the Huayxay border for crossing into Thailand. Along the way, we will make sure to stop and visit the Ban Nam Chang Village, where the Lao Houay people live, and Ban Poong, home to the Tai Leu people and the production of local whisky made from sticky rice, known as Lao Lao. The tour will conclude at the border. We hope you had a great time with Legend Travel Group and look forward to seeing you again on your next adventure.
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Houayxay Immigration (Laos), Chiang Khong, Chiang Rai, Thailand. It takes you 1 hour and 50 minutes approximately 110 km from the Border to Chiang Rai Downtown by car.
Accommodations based on single/twin/double/triple sharing with daily buffet breakfast. All taxes and service charges included.
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Basic 3-star Hotel Accommodation option:
Luang Prabang: Villa Chitdara Hotel or similar
Oudomxay: Namkat Yorlapa or similar
Luang Namtha: Phou Iu Bungalow or similar
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Upgrade to 4-star Hotel Accommodation option:
Luang Prabang: Le Belair Resort or similar
Oudomxay: Namkat Yorlapa -3-star (local best)
Luang Namtha: Pou Villa or similar
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Upgrade to 5-star Hotel Accommodation option:
Luang Prabang: Villa maly or similar
Oudomxay: Namkat Yorlapa - 3-star (local best)
Luang Namtha: Pou Villa - 4-star (local best)
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"Please be aware that all accommodations are subject to change until 4-6 weeks before the departure date. The final accommodation details will be provided to you with your finalized travel documents.
"Subject to change" means that we may use an alternative hotel if the hotel listed in the tour package is fully booked or not available during your stay period. The alternative hotel must be of the same quality as the indicated hotel or better than the indicated hotel in the package."
International flight tickets are not included.
Professional tour guides with excellent English skills in every destination.
Meals mentioned in the program include Lao cuisine, Asian cuisine, and Western cuisine. The meals are categorized as B (breakfast), L (lunch), or D (dinner). The program includes 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 1 dinner.
Private air-conditioned transportation
Private boat trip as stated in above sights
English speaking guide
Alms giving participants
Admission fee to indicated sights
Meals according itinerary
Government tax and service charge
Drinking water and Tissue
Air-conditioned vehicle will be provided for transportation during the tour. This includes pick-up and drop-off at airports, hotels, and all other tour destinations.
The Express Train is air-conditioned and equipped with comfortable seats and other amenities to make your journey enjoyable. It is a great option for those who want to experience the country's scenic views while traveling in comfort.
For boat trips, comfortable and secure vessels will be used to take you to your destinations. Our boats are equipped with life jackets and other necessary safety equipment, and operated by experienced and licensed captains.
We take your safety and comfort seriously and strive to provide the best transportation options for your travel needs.
Travel Insurance is not covered by Legend Travel Group.
International flight tickets to Luang Prabang
Pre and post tour accommodation
Beverages and other meals that are not indicated in the program
Visa to Laos if applicable
Early check-in and late check-out at all hotels
Massage and spa services
Travel insurance
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, shopping, etc.
Tipping/Gratuities
Single supplement fees
Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities (typhoon, floods), flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes, etc.
Tourists are required to present the following documents:
1. A vaccination certificate showing full COVID-19 vaccination with two shots. There is no time limit on when the vaccination was received. It is not required to provide negative COVID-19 test results or to do a PCR/RAT test upon arrival.
• Children under 12 years old who are not vaccinated should follow their parents.
2. A copy of an insurance policy in English that covers healthcare and treatment expenses for COVID-19 for the entire duration of the visit to Laos. The policy must clearly state that the coverage is not less than US $10,000 per applicant.
60 days or more prior to departure 5% of the cost of the tour is forfeited
30-59 days prior departure: 10% of the cost of the tour is forfeited
15-29 days prior to departure: 20% of the cost of the tour is forfeited
7-14 days prior to departure: 50% of the cost of the tour is forfeited
Within 6 days prior to departure: 90 % of the cost of the tour is forfeited
Child under 5 years old: 50% of the Adult's cost, sharing the existing bed with parents
Child from 5-11 years old: 75% of the Adult's cost, provided with a private bed (extra bed) within the same room as parents
Child from 12 years old and up: 100% of the Adult's cost, provided with a private bed (extra bed) within the same room as parents
Triple room: 3 persons sharing one room, consisting of 1 double bed and 1 single bed.
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