Laos

From mountain trekking and herbal saunas in the North to riverside guesthouses and sunset kayaking in the South, everything you need to know about Laos is covered in our guides.

Learn how to get around Laos, the best places to eat and stay, and the coolest things to do!

Laos Trip Planning

  • A misty sunrise over the river in Luang Prabang, Laos. The mountains can be seen across the river and there are pink flowers in the foreground.
  • A cascading waterfall in Luang Prabang Laos. Kuang Si Falls sits on limestone rocks creating a yellow colour, and making the water appear a bright blue. A must do when deciding where to go in Laos
  • Muang Ngoi village near Nong Khiaw. The picture shows the street with the guesthouses and restaurants with a mountain in thebackground

30 Days – 30-Day Laos Itinerary: Unveiling Southeast Asia’s Hidden Gem

14 Days – 2 Week Laos Itinerary: Explore Laos Beyond the Crowds

7 Days – One Week in Laos: Choose Your Perfect Itinerary

Northern Laos – Northern Laos Itinerary: A Guide to Offbeat Travel

Best Destinations – Where to Go in Laos: 9 Unmissable Experiences

Laos or Vietnam – Which Country to Choose for the Best Trip

Southeast Asia Guide – Southeast Asia: Where to Go & What to Do

Itineraries and Regional Guides

  • A girl with a green hat and yellow backback following a small dirt track through the jungle in Laos. This is a must-do stop on a Southeast Asia travel route in our opinion.
  • A long boat flying a Laotian flag is floating on the calm, blue Mekong River in Don Det, also called the 4000 Islands, in Laos. The sunset behind the boat is light pink and there is tons of greenery on the little islands dotting the water. This is the perfect place to end a 2 week Laos itinerary.
  • A pretty woman wearing a bandana she is glad she added to her Southeast Asia packing list. She is looking out of the songthaew she is travelling on the public transport in Laos. It is a red bench built into the back of a pick up truck

Northern Laos

Where to Stay in Luang Prabang: 4 Best Areas for First-Time Visitors

Perfect Luang Prabang Itinerary for First-Timers

8 Best Places to Stay in Vang Vieng for Peace & Views

7 Interesting Things to Do in Nong Khiaw, Laos

Trekking in Luang Namtha: A Guide to Nature, Saunas and More

Central Laos

Kong Lor Cave Without the Thakhek Loop – How to Get There (and Leave!) by Bus

Southern Laos

Bolaven Loop 3-Day Motorbike Itinerary: Is It Worth It?

Don Det and the 4000 Islands: The Greatest Place in Laos

Where to Stay in Don Det & the 4000 Islands, Laos

Laos Travel Tips

  • A sunset view over the river in Luang Prabang. People can be seen painting on the river edge against the pink setting sun. This is one of the best places to go on your Luang Prabang itinerary.
  • A VIP bus ticket for a journey from Huay Xai to Luang Namtha in Laos. It is a piece of white paper with blue writing
  • A longboat on a river in the morning waiting for the public boat from Muang Ngoi. There is fog covering the mountains

Transportation

Motorbiking in Laos: Routes, Rentals, Costs & Safety Tips

Transport in Laos: A Guide from North to South

Chiang Rai to Huay Xai: How to Cross the Thailand-Laos Border

Don Det to Siem Reap: An Honest Review of Asia Van Transfer

General Tips

Laos Budget: A Realistic $25 per Day Travel Guide

Laos Backpacking Tips: What NOT To Do on Your Trip

The Best Southeast Asia Packing List: Essentials for Travel

Experiences and Inspiration

  • A view of another hot air balloon in the distance with the sun setting in the background.
  • A local village elder is sitting by the fire during a chilly morning in Nam Ha National Protected Area in Luang Namtha, Laos. The houses surrounding the woman are made of bamboo and thatched roofs and she's wearing a bright pink bandana and a black sweater. The green of the mountains surrounding the village are in the background.
  • A daylight view of the Mekong River in Don Det, Laos. There is a red kayak floating close to the riverbank with a bunch of green scrub on the shore. There are large palm trees and brown wooden bungalows lining the riverbank.

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