A morning city tour including Wat Xieng Thong, the old Royal Palace Museum and Ethnology Centre then enjoy the refreshing waters of the picturesque Kuang Sii Waterfalls and meet the cheeky bears at the rescue centre.

A morning cruise up the Mekong to visit the spiritual Pak Ou Caves. Cruise up the Ou River for lunch at Nam Ou Resort and meet the gentle elephants at the elephant conservation farm.

Rise early to witness the long lines of orange-robed monks collecting offers of food from the local residents. Learn the secrets of preparing traditional Laos cuisine with a cooking class.

A scenic drive to the riverside town of Vang Vieng with free afternoon to explore by bicycle, boat ride or visit the Organic Farm.

City tour of Vientiane including Wat Sisaket, the Presidential Palace, Patuxai and the national monument, That Luang. Dinner at Makphet, a Lao vocational training restaurant.

After a short flight to Pakse, take a drive to Bolaven Plateau to enjoy the Tad Nguean and Tad Fane waterfalls and explore the tea and coffee plantations.

Visit the pre-Angkorian temple at Wat Phou and climb the mountain for stunning views of the countryside before driving to Khong Island, the gateway to the 4,000 islands. Time to explore the island by bicycle or relax and enjoy the Mekong River views.

A local boat journey to the peaceful islands of Done Det and Done Khone, visit impressive Lippi and Phapheng waterfalls and look for the rare Irrawaddy Dolphin.

Departure day, we hope you had an awesome trip. A private car will take you to the airport.