Vientiane Tours & Excursions
Tours in Vientiane, Laos
Explore Vientiane’s mystique. With its glittering temples, thousands of Buddhist images, interesting archeological sites and rich culture, Vientiane is a veritable wonderland of sights. Check out a cooking class, explore the city and its surroundings – you can do all this by booking a tour or excursion.
This easygoing city and temples tour begins at Vat Sisaket, one of the oldest temples in Vientaine, featuring over 6,840 remarkable Buddha images. Next up are the stunning Ho Phra Keo, the famous That Luang Stupa and Anousavari or the Victory Gate inspired by L’ Arc de Triomphe in France. Read More...
Ban Hom agricultural village offer opportunities to see and learn about the silk-weaving process, traditional methods of farming and fishing, a tobacco factory, and classroom observation at a local primary school. Also included in the program are stops at Done Ka Say or the Island Village and Vat Khan Tha where a large Emerald Buddha resides. Read More...
This eco-tourism trip offers a close-to-nature experience. Start with a local longtail boat ride along the Nam Ngum River, some 50 kilometres from the centre of Vientiane. Visit the stunning Swedish-operated lodge, and trek through the forest with a knowledgeable guide. Read More...
This easygoing city and temples tour begins at Vat Sisaket, one of the oldest temples in Vientaine, featuring over 6,840 remarkable Buddha images. Next up are the stunning Ho Phra Keo, the famous That Luang Stupa and Anousavari or the victory gate inspired by L’ Arc de Triomphe in France. Read More...
Laos cuisine cooking class will teach you everything from taking you to the market to selecting the right ingredients, how to prepare sticky rice to perfection, and how to cook Laotian dishes on an open fire. You will customize dishes to your taste, making them authentically local, or tailored for easy preparation at home. Read More...
Nam Ngum Lake is located some 80 kilometres to the north of Vientiane. The beautiful scenery over the Nam Ngum River and its green valley is enhanced by the presence of this vast, spectacular lake. Included in the program are a visit to Vangxang, an 11th century Buddhist archeological site, and a stop at the Zoo at Ban Keun. Read More...
Located just over an hour away from the city, Phu Khao Khouay National Park is the closest National Park to Vientiane, offering some great scenery, magnificent waterfalls, river, and trekking trails through evergreens and deciduous forests. The park is also home to rare mammals such as sun bears, tigers and elephants. Read More...
Discover the historical and cultural sights of Vang Vieng. Highlights include the magnificent archaeological site of Vangxang, Saa-paper handicraft village at Ban Houeimo, and gorgeous Tham Chang Cave before returning to Vientiane. Read More...
With the Weaving Orientation package, visitors will get to learn the process of silk weaving, from how to dye textiles, to pattern making, on through to the weaving process. The lesson also includes orientation regarding history, background, and style of weaving from the cocoon. Read More...