Inside Laos - 17 days

A true adventure into a peaceful land reveals the treasures of Laos through its history, scenery and gracious people. Spend the night in a remote eco-lodge as you cruise slowly down the alluring Mekong, stopping at a sacred cave and hilltribe village. Explore the temples of fabled Luang Prabang and join the locals in a game of petanque. Uncover the mysterious Plain of Jars and the charming capital, Vientiane. Traverse the remote Bolaven Plateau with its stunning villages and coffee plantations, and discover the little-visited 4,000 islands.

1.  Spend a magical night at Kamu Lodge, a socially and environmentally sustainable ecolodge nestled on the banks of the Mekong River.
2.  Climb aboard an elephant and discover the sustainable ecotourism project in the Xe Pian National Protected Area in southern Laos.
3.  Roast your own coffee beans then brew a cup of the famous Lao Arabica at a small local coffee plantation on the Bolaven Plateau.

You have the benefit of our professional English-speaking local guides and when your departure reaches seven or more travellers you will also be accompanied by an expert Western tour leader. Their insight and knowledge means you can expect experiences no guidebook can offer, and you will be inspired by their passion. Having them accompany you for the entire journey means they can impart their vast knowledge and experience of the local culture and history and can answer any questions you may have.

Our style of travel is ideal for the solo traveller. You’ll meet like minded people, and always have someone to eat with at night. We even offer a ‘Willing to share’ option on all Classic Journeys so you don’t have to pay a single supplement. If we can’t match you with another ‘Willing to share’ traveller of the same sex, you get a single room at no extra cost! more info

View our Laos travel overview page