Laos Holidays
Best time to be there
The cooler part of the dry season, November to February is when Laos is at its best, avoiding the torrential rains of the summer months, and the sweltering heat of April and May.
Fly to
Luang Prabang or Vientiane via Bangkok
flying time
13 hours via Bangkok
time difference
GMT + 7 hours
Visas
Issued on arrival
Health Requirements
Yellow Fever certificate if arriving from an endemic area
Itineraries
Gems of Laos
Gems of Laos highlights * Local Hilltribe villages * Charming Vientiane and Luang Prebang * The plain of jars Read more ...
Classic Laos
Highlights. Glittering golden temple spires of Vientiane. Monks on daily alms rounds. Observe daily life along the southern Mekong. Read more ...
Indochina in - Depth
Highlights: A private tour of South East Asia’s highlights, Cruise to Luang Prabang on the Khan and Mekong River, Time to explore the sights and sounds of Hanoi... Read more ...
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One of Asia's most beautiful secrets is the gentle and enigmatic Laos. A land of wats and orange robed monks, Laos is tranquil and unhurried, and nowhere more so than the ancient capital Luang Prabang the perfect base from which to experience luxury holidays in Laos.
Laos holidays with Abercrombie & Kent will be an experience of the real Laos with its fascinating people. culture, traditions and landscapes.
Nestling between the Mekong and the Khan rivers, time stands still in Luang Prabang, the perfect place to begin your Laos holiday where the past seems more alive than the present. The country's varied topography is home to the flat plains of the remote Bolovens Plateau, the Khong Pha Pheng Falls, the mysterious Plain of Jars and hill tribes in the forests of the north.
Holidays in Laos, for many will include a stop in the second main city, Vientiane. The relaxing atmosphere will make Vientiane feel exactly like the small town it is, after viewing the temples the best way to finish your afternoon is to head to the riverside for a cool Beerlao (the national beer) and watch the sun set over the Mekong.
For those wishing to take their Laos holidays further south (Southern Laos) will be rewarded with rugged natural landscapes and some of the most unspoilt areas to be found in modern Asia.
Pricing
At A&K all of our journeys are individually tailored to suit your needs and timescale. However, as a guide, our 9 day Laos holidays will cost from £2,865 per person based on two adults sharing with flights from the UK and subject to availability.
Suggested Laos Accommodation Offers
Three Nagas
In the heart of Luang Prabang, 3 Nagas has been created from three UNESCO World Heritage buildings restored in 2003 and is steeped in Lao tradition.
Settha Palace
The Settha Palace hotel has been meticulously restored to reflect the charm of the area's French colonial history. Boasting an enviable position located right in the heart of Vientiane, the hotel provides a perfect base from...
Amantaka
Set on a large garden estate, Amantaka is housed in graceful French colonial buildings in the UNESCO protected town of Luang Prabang. Airy and elegant throughout, the décor and furnishings reflect the...
La Folie Lodge
Facing the ruined Khmer temples of Wat Phou, the area combines cultural interest with natural beauty and unspoilt charm. Located just 35km from Pakse airport, La Folie Lodge sits on the banks of the Mekong River...
Vat Phou Cruise
Originally a ferry that carried teak wood between Vientiane and the south of Laos, the Vat Phou boat was lovingly converted in 1993 into a comfortable floating hotel that cruises the Mekong River...
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