Ten days in Laos is enough time to see all the highlights: experience the slow boat, Luang Prabang, Vang Vieng and Vientiane. But be warned, this will be the most jam-packed ten days of travel! This itinerary will start in Chiang Rai, Thailand, and take you via slow boat into Laos, ending in the capital …
If you’ve got twenty days to explore Laos, you’ll have time to do a bit of everything: hiking, waterfalls, museums and nightlife. And the best part is, twenty days allows for you to do this all at a leisurely pace! This Laos itinerary will start in Chiang Rai, Thailand, and take you via slow boat …
Fourteen days in Laos is enough time to do a bit of everything: hiking, waterfalls, museums and nightlife. But be warned, this will be the most jam-packed two weeks of solo travel in Laos! This solo travel itinerary will start in Chiang Rai, Thailand, and take you via slow boat into Laos, ending in the …
Seven days in Laos is enough time to get a taste of the beauty and culture of Laos and follow the backpacking route. But be warned, this will be the most jam-packed week of travel, and you will definitely want to see more of Laos in future! This Laos travel route will start in Luang …
Transportation in Laos is a bit trickier to navigate than in neighbouring countries such as Thailand and Vietnam. The 12GOAsia website has most of the travel routes and companies, so you can book transportation online. However, for transport to some off-the-beaten-track destinations, you will have to book at hostels, tour agencies or bus terminals. Unfortunately, …
Vang Vieng is one of the most famous spots in Laos for both backpacker nightlife and adventure activities. From tipsy tubing to hot air balloon rides, Vang Vieng attracts travellers with a range of different interests. As well as activities, Vang Vieng also has picturesque views and a strong hostel culture, so it is easy …
Vientiane is the capital city of Laos and, unfortunately, a destination that is often skipped by travellers. While Vientiane doesn’t have the best nature-like destinations like Nong Khiaw, Vang Vieng and Luang Prabang, it still has a lot to offer as a travel destination. Vientiane has amazing temples, great museums, cute cafes and the famous …
Nong Khiaw is a lesser-known backpacker destination in Laos, located in the north of the country. It is well worth visiting as it has the most stunning views in Laos (in my opinion!). It’s also the perfect destination to get away from the hustle and bustle of the bigger cities in Laos. Nong Khiaw has …
Luang Prabang is a lot of backpackers’ favourite spots in Laos, and for good reason. It has waterfalls, temples, cute cafes, cultural activities and fun backpacker nightlife. The city is also very accessible on foot and feels very breathable due to the rivers surrounding it. This guide will cover how many days to spend there, …
If you’re backpacking South East Asia, you’ve probably heard of the slow boat from Thailand to Laos (or vice versa). If you haven’t, it is basically a slow boat that takes you from Huay Xai to Luang Prabang in Laos. Most people leave Chiang Rai, cross the border early in the morning and then board …
