Take a slow boat ride along the Mekong River from Thailand to Luang Prabang. Wake early to witness the almsgiving ceremony with Buddhist monks. Explore Luang Prabang’s waterfalls like Kuang Si and temples like Wat Xieng Thong. In Vang Vieng, go tubing or kayaking down the Nam Song River, or hike through limestone caves. Discover the mysterious Plain of Jars in Phonsavan. Visit the capital, Vientiane, to see the golden stupa of Pha That Luang. Experience traditional Laotian cuisine and try sticky rice. Enjoy the relaxed pace, warm hospitality, and stunning natural landscapes in one of Southeast Asia’s hidden gems.