Nong Khiaw and the nearby Muang Ngoi village

are two small riverside communities famous for their undeveloped and stunning mountainous scenery on the Nam Ou River.

On this tour you’ll hike two days through jungle and mountains to homestay at traditional Hmong, Lao Leum, and Khmu villages.

A must do while in the area, days 2 and 3 we’ll explore the river and its local village life by boat as we cruise up and down to a homestay in a beautiful village on its banks,

to hike to local caves, and to refresh in nearby waterfalls on this perfect Nong Khiaw trek and river explorer.

Trekking is a Medium to Hard

bring them boots along!

A wonderful 2 days and 2 nights in Xieng Khouang, full board, enjoy this historical and cultural province exploring the damage from the Vietnam war to the French area and occupation,

the province is full of life and its people are doing the same for the past few hundred years.

Visit Watt Pai, Plain of Jars 1 - 2 -3 - the old capital, That Foun the stupa, the temple is covered in shrapnel though the Buddha was not damaged as such, beliefs are very strong around the Buddha.

The ruins of the French building who establish their capital there, prior to this it was the seat of power for Phuan Kingdom in the 14th Century.

an adventure to explore and see one of Laos leading Tourism attraction province, meet the local people and see how life is and has involved.

We recommend you follow the guides instruction at all times.

Walking difficulty low to medium, bring a good pair of shoes to walk.

A 1 Day 2 Nights experience at the Mekong Elephant Park, 

what's going to happen: Morning good wishes to Mae Kham the matriarch, then  Breakfast at the restaurant enjoy this hearty meal,
Departure for a full day at the park and explore and experience the life of the mahouts and the elephants,
The rest of the day will follow Full day Elephant Herd this is a great experience to understand the heard and the elephants habits
Day program until roughly 4.00pm,  Time for Mae Kham’s snack, Dinner at the restaurant and overnight stay.

walking Difficulty scale:

Duration:1 Day 2 nights

Start / Finish: Pakbeng

Half Day River Cruise with a tour of Pak Ou Buddha Cave, Travel upstream in comfort whilst admiring what the Might Mekong River has to offer on the way to Pak Ou cave,

Where the Nam Ou (Ou River) and Mekong River meet at Ban Pak Ou, two famous caves in the limestone cliff are crammed with myriad Buddha images.

(Comfy walking shoes, please note you have to walk up the embankments in Luang Prabang)

Duration: Half Day

Start/ Finish: Luang Prabang/ Luang Prabang

Meal Plan: Snack onboard

Overnight accommodation: Not included

You will return smiling after this village experience.

You will have an easy walk through rice paddies, be enchanted by misty mountainous landscapes,

Flora and fauna is abundant and being as one with nature is important to feel like the local Villagers.

where it feels like time has stood still, to arrive in a unique rural multi-ethnic village full of smiles and local charm

get to understand their way of life and explore new ideas to adapt .

Visit the village mud brick school and enjoy lunch at a local pond.

Trekking Low to medium go at your pace, bring those hiking boots.

"Trunk Lessons" half day adventure with the Majestic elephants, you will be picked up form your Hotel, resort in an aircon van, English speaking guide,

lunch will be served at the Chateau Oriental Restaurant, they offer two tour times Morning and then lunch time - late afternoon.

be as one with nature, be amazed by these majestic Giants, feeding them, a a big bath.

the interaction will enhance your understanding of the Elephants.

Walking Difficulty Scale:  walk in the steps of the giants, bring a pair of shoes to change

duration: half day

start / finish / at your hotel

Relax in the tranquility of the World Heritage City of Luang Prabang, a town encircled by mountains and sitting on the banks of the Mekong and Khan rivers, the scent of frangipani wafts down narrow streets of French provincial architecture. Your guide will take you to visit sacred Wats, sample Laotian coffee.

During your stay you will learn the culture and history of Luang Prabang, you will meet the amazing local people, how they live and go about their daily routines

The fantastic scenery will impress you, both day and night. A favorite is sipping cocktails on the riverbanks watching the sunset and the moon cascading over the Might Mekong River.

Walking Difficulty Scale: Low-Medium

Duration: 5 Days, 4 Nights

Start/Finish: Luang Prabang/ Luang Prabang

Accommodation: Not Included

Meal Plan: 3 Lunches

1-day cruise on the Mighty Mekong River Cruise package from Luang Prabang to Pakbeng.

Explore the beauty of the Mekong’s tranquil waters, marvel at unspoiled vistas of tropical jungles, green mountains, and impressive rock formations.

You will see secluded villages while cruising through inspiring gorges and labyrinths of mountain ranges.

On the cruise you will be served lunch, there is a bar with a few beverages to help relax in the cruise

You will disembark in the small town of Pakbeng.

(Comfy walking shoes, please note you have to walk up the embankments in Luang Prabang & Pakbeng )

Duration: 1 Day

Start/ Finish: Pakbeng/ Luang Prabang

Meal Plan: 1 Lunch on-board

Overnight accommodation: Not included

1-night River Cruise downstream from Houay Xay to Pakbeng , lunch on-board, visiting local villages whilst enjoying the tranquility

A tranquil journey on the Might Mekong River, you will see the river narrow and the lush mountains raise higher.

Stopping off at Khmu Village.  Your guide is very tentative and will answer any questions you may have on Lao culture.

Cruise through inspiring gorges and labyrinths of mountain ranges.

On the cruise you will be served lunch, there is a bar with a few beverages to help relax in the cruise

You will rest in the small town of Pakbeng.

Walking Difficulty Scale: Low-Medium

Duration: 1 Day

Start/ Finish: Houay Xay/ Pakbeng

Meal Plan: 1 Lunch onboard

Overnight accommodation: Not included we can help Book accommodation for you!

BIKING & KAYAKING THROUGH THE NAM KHAN RIVER VALLEY

High water season, August to October:

This tour around Luang Prabang combines mountain biking with an easygoing kayaking trip.

It brings exactly the right refreshment into your tropical day in Luang Prabang and takes you to some of the best sites, including golden temples overlooking the city and Henri Mouhot’s grave.

After a biking tour through the Nam Khan valley and diverse village visits we take a break on the banks of the Nam Khan River.

After lunch we take a refreshing plunge at Tad Sae Waterfall then we get our kayaks to paddle downriver on the Nam Khan back to Luang Prabang

Walking Difficulty Scale: Kayaking & Cycling easy going

Duration; 1 Day

Start / Finish : luang prabang

The “Small Chili” is perfect for medium biking, mixed paved and dirt road along the Mekong, Nam Xuang, and Nam Khan Rivers through jungle and villages.

You'll ride from city center out of town and through diverse countryside seeing villages along the Mekong River, jungle covered mountains, and villages amongst vast rice paddies worked by hill tribe villages.

We’ll meet early morning to size up on our quality mountain bikes and then ride out of town heading north along the Mekong River.  After crossing the old communist bridge, make a stop to visit Xieng Lek Village, famous for its mulberry paper and weaving.  Next, turn up the Nam Xuang River going past villages and beautiful countryside scenery. The pavement ends and it’s then off-road into the countryside up and down hills past rice paddies and local villages.

We'll ride through vast rice paddies and jungle dotted with Lao Leum, Hmong, and Khmu villages with locals tending to the daily activities of Lao agrarian life. The last leg of today's ride will take us along the Nam Khan River.

Laos is best on two wheels. Join our guides and see it for yourself on a great day ride in Laos!

Join-in tours available!

walking Difficult Scale; Cycling Medium

Duration: 1 Day

Start / finish:  luang prabang

Wine & cheese tasting extravaganza at the buffalo Dairy farm! explore the Buffalo Dairy farm take in the sights and sounds,

enjoy a wonderful wine and cheese tasting, all prepared by chef Rachel, a talented chef with a family culture, a lunch time treat and enjoy a glass or two of wines

to compliment the lunch!

Rachel a great host and will talk you through - this is one trip not to be missed in Luang prabang!

only hard thing to do : tasting the cheese and picking up the glass of wine!

Half day experience you will not forget!