The Heritage Loop

Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met by your guide and driver for the short transfer to your hotel.

Explore Luang Prabang by bicycle, visiting the Royal Palace Museum, Heuan Chan Heritage House, Wat Xiengthong, Wat Visoun, and the Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre. In the afternoon, cross the Mekong to visit quiet riverside villages, temples, and Ban Chan pottery village, ending with a sunset on the Mekong.

Travel to Ban Longlao, a Hmong village, and begin a moderate trek through forest and jungle. The walk ends at the top of Kuang Si Waterfalls, with time to swim, relax, and visit the Bear Rescue Centre.

Leave Luang Prabang for a long scenic drive through mountain landscapes towards Xieng Khuang Province. Along the way, stop at Khmu and Hmong villages before arriving in Phonsavan by late afternoon.

Visit the MAG office to learn about UXO clearance work, then explore several famous Plain of Jars sites. In the afternoon, discover the ancient town of Muang Khoun, visit the Lone Buffalo Foundation, and enjoy views from Phou Xang Viewpoint.

Continue by road through remote mountain areas, with stops at villages, a historic cave hospital, and local weaving communities. The journey offers insight into village life, war history, and the landscapes of northeastern Laos.

Visit the historic Vieng Xai Caves, once used by Pathet Lao leaders during the Secret War. The audio tour brings the history to life, followed by an easy afternoon walk to lesser-visited caves in beautiful karst scenery.

Travel by longtail boat along the Nam Nern River into Nam Et National Park. In the evening, enjoy a riverside barbecue dinner before floating silently downstream in search of nocturnal wildlife.

Start the day with a guided jungle walk, learning about medicinal plants and the forest environment. After breakfast, cruise back downstream and continue by road through scenic landscapes to Nong Khiaw.

Cruise upstream on the Nam Ou River and trek from Ban Sob Kong to Tad Mok Waterfall, where guests can swim in natural pools. Continue by boat to local villages, including Ban Sobjaem, known for its silk and cotton weaving.