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Golden temples in Luang Prabang, slow days on the Mekong, turquoise waterfalls and a gentle, unhurried way of life.
Laos is Southeast Asia at its most relaxed, from the saffron-robed monks of Luang Prabang to the karst valleys of Vang Vieng and the river islands of the far south. Every Orient Charm journey here is private and tailor-made around your interests and pace.
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The UNESCO-listed old town of Luang Prabang, Mekong river trips and green mountain valleys.
Karst landscapes, rivers and caves around Vang Vieng, and the easy-going capital on the Mekong.
Waterfalls and coffee farms on the plateau, the ruins of Wat Phou and hammock days on the Mekong islands.
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Customise My TripThis route follows the country from the royal town of Luang Prabang down to the islands of the Mekong in the far south. Every stop can be swapped, stretched or skipped.
The cool, dry months from November to February are the most pleasant time to visit. March to May is hot, and late in the dry season the north can be hazy. The rainy season from June to October turns the countryside a vivid green and fills the waterfalls, though some rural roads become harder to travel.
A general guide. Weather varies from year to year, and we plan each route around the season.
Quick answers from our local team. Anything else, just ask your travel specialist.
Ask us on WhatsAppMost visitors need a visa (as of October 2026):
Citizens of some ASEAN countries can visit without a visa. Rules change from time to time, so always check with the Lao embassy before you travel.
November to February is cool, dry and ideal. March to May is hot, and the north can be hazy before the rains. June to October is the rainy season, with lush scenery and full waterfalls.
Seven to ten days is ideal for Luang Prabang, Vang Vieng and Vientiane, with a few extra days for the south. Laos also pairs well with Vietnam, Cambodia or northern Thailand.
The currency is the Lao kip (LAK). Cash is king outside the main towns, so carry enough for markets and rural areas. ATMs are available in the main towns, and some hotels accept cards.
Watch quietly from a distance, keep below the monks’ eye level, do not use flash, and only take part if you do so sincerely and with appropriate food. Your guide will explain the custom.
Laos is calm and welcoming. In rural areas, stay on marked paths and with your guide, as unexploded ordnance from past conflicts remains in some places.
Cover your shoulders and knees, remove your shoes before entering temple buildings, and avoid touching monks. Women should not hand items directly to a monk.
Local SIM cards and eSIMs are available, and Wi-Fi is common in towns. The power supply is 230V, mostly with two-pin sockets, so a universal adapter is useful.
Laap minced meat salad, sticky rice eaten by hand, tam mak hoong papaya salad, khao piak sen noodle soup and Luang Prabang sausage.
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