09 Days / 08 Nights Premium Tour of Laos

Upon your arrival at Pakse International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by Laos Travel’s friendly guide and chauffeur 👋, who will escort you in a comfortable private air-conditioned cab 🚖 to your hotel in the town center. After check-in and a refreshing welcome drink 🍹, take the opportunity to relax or begin exploring the charm of Pakse, the third-largest city in Laos. Spend the afternoon discovering its peaceful streets, colonial architecture, or perhaps visiting the lively Dao Heuang Market 🛍️. In the evening, enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Mekong or Sedone River promenades 🌅, perfect for soaking in the serene local ambiance. End your day with a delicious Lao or international dinner at your hotel or one of the riverside restaurants 🍽️.

Overnight Stay: Pakse 🏙️

Following the breakfast 🍳, set off in your private, air-conditioned cab 🚘 driven by an experienced English-speaking chauffeur 🧑‍✈️, for an exciting day amidst the highlands of southern Laos. Travel for approximately 1 hour (around 45 km) from Pakse to Ban Nong Luang, a quaint village on the Bolaven Plateau. Upon arrival, take a leisurely stroll 🚶‍♀️ through the village, interacting with the friendly locals 😊 to learn about their way of life in this remote region. Your jungle guides will provide a safety briefing and introduce you to the gear 🧗 for today’s treetop adventure.

Begin your hike through the lush, fragrant coffee plantations ☕, vegetable gardens, and rugged ravines 🌿. The trail offers incredible biodiversity and a window into the rich agricultural life of the region. Trek deeper into the jungle, where Tiger and Kamet waterfalls 💦 thunder through the forest — perfect for a refreshing swim 🏊‍♂️. Continue your journey with a thrilling zip-line adventure 🌲🪂, soaring above the canopy and enjoying panoramic views of the jungle and waterfalls from the sky.

After an adrenaline-filled and exhilarating day, wind down with a magical overnight stay in a canopy treehouse 🌳, nestled over 30 feet above the forest floor. Listen to the sounds of the jungle under a starlit sky ✨ as you drift off to sleep in this unforgettable ecolodge experience.

Overnight Stay: Treehouse – Jungle Hotel Paksong 🛖

After breakfast 🍽️, awaken to the peaceful symphony of birdsong and rustling leaves high above the forest floor in your elevated treehouse 🌳 at the Jungle Hotel Paksong. Begin the day with a short guided hike 🚶‍♂️ through thick jungle trails to the first zipline station. Your private English-speaking jungle guide 🌿 will lead you through the canopy walkways and ensure you are safely equipped to glide from treetop to treetop. Enjoy multiple exhilarating flights between forest towers, the highlight being a heart-pounding 400-meter zipline ride 🪂, offering panoramic views across the jungle canopy and down into lush ravines.

Take moments to pause along the route and absorb the untouched natural beauty 🍃, while your guide explains the unique ecosystem of Laos' southern rainforest. Midday, take a well-earned break by the Red Rock Stream 💧, where you can swim in the crystal-clear waters or just relax and listen to the forest breathing around you.

Spend the evening unwinding back in your cozy treehouse accommodation, suspended above the forest, where you can enjoy a rustic yet enchanting experience as fireflies blink beneath the canopy 🌌.

Overnight Stay: Treehouse – Jungle Hotel Paksong 🛖

After breakfast 🍽️, bid farewell to your elevated jungle retreat and begin an exciting descent from the canopy to the forest floor 🌿, trekking through thick foliage, towering hardwoods, and aromatic undergrowth. With your English-speaking guide leading the way, navigate the winding jungle paths 🥾, where every turn reveals another spectacle of Laos' untouched wilderness.

As you ascend uphill through dense terrain, prepare for an adrenaline-pumping highlight — a climb along a dramatic cliff face 🧗, using a secure via ferrata route, made safe with steel cables, ladders, and iron steps. While physically demanding, this section rewards you with spectacular panoramic views 🌄 over the forest canopy and surrounding valleys. Your guide will ensure a secure experience while sharing fascinating insights into the geology and biodiversity of the region.

Once the cliff adventure concludes, trek back through the forest trails toward the base camp, where you will board your private chauffeur-driven cab 🚖. Continue your scenic journey towards Paksong, a highland town nestled on the Bolaven Plateau ☕, approximately 40 km away (a drive of about 1.5 hours). En route, enjoy views of sweeping plantations and misty hills — this region is famed for producing some of Southeast Asia’s finest Arabica and Robusta coffee.

Arrive in Paksong by sunset, with time to relax and soak in the tranquil atmosphere or explore the town’s quaint coffee shops and surrounding green fields.

Overnight Stay: Paksong 🏞️

After breakfast 🍽️, embark on a private and exclusive journey 🚖 northeast from Paksong toward the remote province of Sekong, located near the Vietnam border. The drive takes approximately 1 hour, winding through scenic highland terrain and dense green forests of the southern Laotian countryside.

En route, make a captivating stop at an Alak ethnic village 🛖, where you’ll be immersed in the traditions and lifestyle of one of Laos’ fascinating indigenous groups. Known for their animist beliefs and unique housing structure, Alak villages are arranged in a circular layout, with small individual homes encircling a central communal hall. Walk through the village with your English-speaking guide to observe daily life, traditional wood carvings, and ritual totems, offering a rare and respectful glimpse into this preserved way of life.

Continue onward through quiet, winding roads and serene mountain passes before arriving in Sekong 🏞️, one of the least-visited yet culturally rich provinces of Laos. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the area or unwind amidst the peaceful surroundings.

Overnight Stay: Sekong 🌄

After breakfast 🍽️, embark on a scenic private drive 🚖 southwards from Sekong to the quiet and culturally rich province of Attapeu, a journey of approximately 3 to 4 hours, passing through lush valleys and remote countryside. This tranquil region of southern Laos lies near the Vietnam border and is one of the least visited areas, offering a truly authentic experience.

Your highlight today is a visit to the Brao ethnic community 🛖, one of the most distinct and traditionally preserved groups in Laos. Practicing ancient animist rituals, the Brao people are known for their striking cultural identity—women with tattooed faces and large ivory earrings, and a lifestyle deeply connected to nature and spirit beliefs. Spend quality time here engaging with local families, witnessing their traditional attire, spiritual totems, and ways of life that remain untouched by modernity. Your English-speaking chauffeur and guide will help facilitate respectful cultural interactions and meaningful insights throughout the visit.

Arrive in Attapeu 🌄 later in the afternoon, where you can settle into your accommodation and enjoy the peaceful ambiance of this serene border town.

Overnight Stay: Attapeu 🌿

After breakfast 🍽️, rise early and embark on a scenic private journey 🚖 from Attapeu to Don Khong Island, covering a distance of approximately 230 kilometers with a travel time of around 5 hours. The drive takes you through the heart of southern Champasak province, offering picturesque views of rugged mountains, emerald rice fields, and sleepy rural villages. En route, enjoy several photo stops and chances to engage with locals, gaining insight into their traditional Laotian lifestyle and cultural heritage.

Upon arrival in Don Khong 🏝️, the largest of the 4,000 Islands (Si Phan Don) in the Mekong River, take a guided tour of its colonial past. Visit remnants of the French colonial era, including charming old villas and the historic narrow-gauge railway, originally built during World War II to bypass the river’s waterfalls and rapids. This fascinating blend of history and architecture tells a compelling story of Laos’ colonial legacy.

The remainder of the day is yours to relax at leisure 🧘‍♂️, soaking in the tranquil island atmosphere or wandering riverside paths shaded by coconut palms.

Overnight Stay: Don Khong Island 🛶

After breakfast 🍽️, embark on an enchanting long-tail boat ride 🛶 to explore the serene Siphandon (4,000 Islands) riverine archipelago. Glide through tranquil Mekong backwaters as you pass clusters of islets and observe local island life — fishermen casting their nets, children swimming, and water buffalo lazing by the shores. Visit the dramatic Liphi Waterfalls 🌊, ominously known as the Corridor of the Devil, which forms a natural barrier between Laos and Cambodia. Though Irrawaddy dolphins once graced these waters, their presence now lives on in memory, with the last known river dolphin in the area sadly passing away in 2022.

Continue your journey to the awe-inspiring Khone Pha Pheng Falls 🌊, the largest waterfall by volume in Southeast Asia. Witness millions of gallons of water thunder down rugged rock formations in a truly spectacular display of nature’s force.

After this thrilling morning, enjoy a delicious Laotian lunch 🍛 at a nearby riverside restaurant. Later, return to the mainland by boat and begin your road journey back to Pakse 🚗, stopping en route at the ancient Khmer temple complex of Wat Phou 🛕 in Champasak. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Wat Phou predates Angkor Wat by nearly five centuries and offers fascinating insights into Hindu and Buddhist spiritual traditions through its intricate carvings, crumbling sanctuaries, and moss-covered ruins.

Arrive in Pakse by evening, where you can unwind and reflect on the day’s cultural and natural wonders.

Overnight Stay: Pakse 🌆.

Following breakfast 🍽️, enjoy a leisurely morning in the tranquil town of Pakse, perhaps taking time for some last-minute shopping 🛍️, a stroll along the Mekong riverside 🌊, or savoring a final taste of Lao cuisine 🍜. If your flight is scheduled for later in the day, you may store your luggage 🧳 safely at the hotel after check-out and continue exploring the town at your own pace. When it's time, a private cab 🚖 will be arranged to comfortably transfer you to Pakse International Airport ✈️ for your onward journey, marking the end of your unforgettable adventure in southern Laos.

Safe Travels !