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Laos on a Shoestring
10 days, Hanoi to Chiang Mai
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Start this 10-day tour in vibrant Hanoi and head south to Chiang Mai, experiencing some of the best of Southeast Asia along the way. Caves, city lights, temples, street food crawls – this adventure’s got it all. Feeling active? Hike, bike, or swim in Vang Vieng. Feeling dreamy? Cruise the Mekong and then get a real feel for local life with a village homestay. Once in Chiang Mai, opt to visit Doi Suthep temple or catch a Thai boxing match. Better yet, do both!
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
Service Level: Basic
Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 18, avg 12.
Age requirement: 18+
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Trip Code: AVHL
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Itinerary
Day 1Hanoi
Arrive at any time. Enjoy a street food crawl with the group and CEO.
Day 2Hanoi/Vientiane
A short flight brings the group to the capital city of Laos. Opt to visit temples, see the golden stupa of That Luang, or scour the markets.
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BreakfastDay 3Vientiane/Vang Vieng
Enjoy the beautiful limestone karsts surrounding Vang Vieng. Free time to hike, bike, swim or go caving.
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BreakfastDay 4Vang Vieng
Free time to explore Vang Vieng. Opt to explore some of the caves by bicycle or take an invigorating walk. In the evening, soak in the natural beauty of the countryside as the sun sets over the river.
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BreakfastDay 5Vang Vieng/Luang Prabang
This morning travel from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang.
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BreakfastDay 6Luang Prabang
Witness the giving of alms to the Buddhist monks and visit the night market. Opt to take a cooking class, visit temples or cool off at Kuang Si Waterfalls.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Your Discover MomentMeals included:
BreakfastDay 7Luang Prabang/Muang Pakbèng
Cruise the Mekong on a long houseboat before arriving at a village homestay for the night.
Meals included:
Breakfast | DinnerDay 8Muang Pakbèng/Chiang Khong
Mekong River travel day. Cross into Thailand.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 9Chiang Khong/Chiang Mai
Drive to Chiang Mai. Opt to visit Doi Suthep temple, catch a Thai boxing match or grab a bargain at the famous night market.
Day 10Chiang Mai
Depart at any time.
What's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Mekong River Homestay & Baci Ceremony, Muang Pakbèng
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Luang Prabang
- Slow boat up the Mekong
- Visit to temples of Luang Prabang
- Witness the giving of alms (Luang Prabang)
- Street food crawls
- Internal flight
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Simple hotels (9 nts)
Meals
7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Allow USD110-145 for meals not included.
Transportation
Train, local bus, air-con bus, slow boat, plane, walking.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout.
Departures
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