Visa on arrival is now available when entering Laos from Cambodia. Up until now people wanting to travel into Laos from Cambodia overland needed to apply for a Laos Visa in advance from a Laos Embassy outside of the country, send their passport and wait up to 3 weeks to receive their Visa. Now it is possible to travel from Stung Treng province in Cambodia overland into Champasak province in Laos and visit the beautiful 4000 Islands without any need to pre arrange your Visa. It can be purchased and processed in minutes at the Nong Nokkian border entry into Laos

Timed to be linked in with our 9-Day ‘Join in Vietnam Tour’, that is best described as a classic, introductory journey of the country’s main sites. On this brand new 4-day Laos tour travelers will explore the sights of Luang Prabang as a group. Enhanced by a responsible travel twist, ride through the streets of Luang Prabang on our eco-friendly electric bikes and explore the many sites and sounds of this charming spiritual capital. Engage with the monks in a traditional baci ceremony and discover exactly why this town is regarded as a meditative backwater.
Relax in the comfort of the unique luxury tented camp of Kamu Lodge, take to the waters of the Mekong stopping at the magical Pak Ou Caves, that have been carved out of towering limestone cliffs and contain thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues. Experience the true essence of Laos culture with a variety of activities made available from rice planting to forest walks in search of medicinal plants, to local village visits and encounters. A great value, action packed trip. To view the full itinerary, click here

Exotissimo has designed a 6-day tour that takes you on a journey through some of the most elating and untouched natural beauty within the region. Beginning in Vientiane the ‘Green Laos Tour’ offers travelers the chance to explore the cascading waterfalls, rugged mountains and limestone cliffs of the sleepy capital before flying to the spiritual heart of the region, Luang Prabang.
The current ‘darling’ of Southeast Asia, few can resist the inherent charm of Luang Prabang. This package devotes 4-days of the tour to see exactly why; travelers will be afforded tremendous insight into the ritual and relics of Buddhism partaking in the synonymous feeding of the monks (alms) experience and climbing the 328 steps of Mount Phousi. In keeping with the Exo’s commitment to responsible-travel we have incorporated the electric bike excursion into the tour offering both a way to discover the city while introducing the people to an emission free mode of transport. Perfect for a city-tour of Luang Prabang.

Large, airy Huean Luang Prabang can seat up to 600 guests

Located 10-minutes from town center, Huean Luang Prabang is a welcomed addition to the dining scene in Luang Prabang. The indoor seating area can accommodation up to 600 guests while the outdoor area has a 400-person capacity. Despite its large size, the design and layout of the property still allows for groups to feel like they are having a private meal and the service is excellent.

A unique feature in the outdoor section is the ‘sunken’ tables where guests dine at table height on cushions with a hole below for their feet. To complete the Lao-style experience, about 7-courses of traditional, fresh cuisine is served and an excellent dance and music performance accompanies the meal with dancers making use of the space to move throughout the diners and invite them to join.

For bookings or further information please contact laos@exotissimo.com

Combining outdoor activities and cultural excursions, our four-day Luang Prabang Family Adventure is highly recommended as a getaway package for the entire family. We have selected family-friendly accommodation and restaurants, kept travel times to a minimum and incorporated a variety of excursions so that parents can enjoy a hassle-free vacation and spend quality time with their children.

The first day starts with an electric bike tour of Luang Prabang, followed by a game of petanque, a Lao dance performance and a visit to the colorful night market. The second day highlights an alms-giving ritual, a hike around Kuang Si waterfalls and a traditional baci ceremony. On the third morning, a cruise along the Mekong River to Kamu Lodge includes a stop at the Pak Ou caves. Spending the night at Kamu Lodge, guests are free to partake in the wide array of activities available, from rice planting to gold panning, fishing to village trekking. By boat, guests return to Luang Prabang the following morning and they will have the rest of the day at leisure. For more program details, click here.

The Apsara in Luang Prabang has added a new building to its property, increasing its existing room collection with nine new suites. The suites are spacious with verandas that overlook the Nam Khan River. The Apsara is a boutique hotel located on Kingkitsarath Road. Click here to view the hotel details.

The canopy zip-line tour at Tad Sae Waterfalls is the latest soft adventure offering in the outskirts of Luang Prabang. Consisting of 19 platforms on a 1-km journey, this zip-line tour provides stunning views of the surroundings with the last stretch over the Tad Sae waterfall as the most spectacular. After the ride, clients can enjoy lunch at a restaurant overlooking the waterfall or trek across the jungle on an elephant. Priced at 29 USD per person and 15 USD for children below nine years old, this thrilling ride is ideal for families and travelers looking to add a touch of adventure to their time in Luang Prabang. For more information, please click here.

Introducing travelers to the history and rich culture of Thailand, Laos and Cambodia, our 12-day Colorful Capitals multi-country tour gives a taste of the region from an insider’s point of view.

The program starts in Bangkok where guests will visit revered sights such as the Grand Palace, Wat Po and Jim Thompson Museum with rides on tuk-tuks and taxi boats. Flying to Luang Prabang on the third day, the program tours the ancient city’s iconic temples, Mekong River and evening market with opportunities to learn about Lao culture through alms giving, a textile workshop and cooking course. The program continues to Vientiane where guests will visit famed temples as well as participate in a traditional baci ceremony. Crossing borders into Cambodia, they will spend another two days sightseeing in Phnom Penh before heading to Siem Reap to discover its Angkor monuments. The program ends with a flight back to Bangkok.

To view program details of Colorful Capitals, click here.

Vientiane’s newest property Le Leela Hotel is suitable for FITs and families. The property is set in low-rise traditional Lao style buildings with 15 guestrooms and a Thai restaurant. It is located on a quiet street near the city center. More details about Le Leela can be viewed here.

Indochina Heritage Road, one of our most popular multi-country programs, underwent an improvement recently. Visiting the main attractions in Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia, the revamped 14-day program features an extra day of touring and flies direct from Vientiane to Hanoi to replace the overland transfer to Hue. Clients can expect more Exo touches, such as a specialist guided tour by a war veteran at Cu Chi Tunnels. Click here to view the itinerary.