Itinerary
- Day 1
Vientiane
You'll arrive in Vientiane and connect with your CEO and travel group. After settling in, head to the night market along the Mekong River where locals sell souvenirs and street food. Grab a beer or tea while you browse, then join your new companions for street food and get to know each other as the evening winds down.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Vientiane Garden Boutique Hotel)
Included Activities
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Connect With New Friends
Optional Activities
- Night market exploration and street food
Landmarks/POIs Mekong River Night Market - Day 2
Vientiane to Vang Vieng
A private vehicle takes you to Vang Vieng, a small town surrounded by limestone karsts and the Song River. You'll do a guided hike to a viewpoint that overlooks the valley below. Later that evening, head out with your group to celebrate the start of your trip and get more comfortable with everyone.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Thavisouk Riverside Hotel)
Included Activities
- Vang Vieng Guided Hike
- Vang Vieng Nightlife
Landmarks/POIs Song River - Day 3
Vang Vieng
This day is yours to explore Vang Vieng however you like. Rent a bicycle and check out caves in the area, or trek through the surrounding countryside. If you want more action, you can book the adrenaline bundle in advance to kayak through Tham None cave and visit the Blue Lagoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Thavisouk Riverside Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Cave exploration by bicycle
- Countryside trekking
- Kayaking through Tham None cave
- Blue Lagoon visit (via Vang Vieng Adrenaline Bundle)
- Vang Vieng Adrenaline Bundle - Kayaking (25USD per person)
- Bike Rental (2USD per person)
- Caving
- Hiking
Landmarks/POIs Tham None Cave Blue Lagoon - Day 4
Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang
Take the bullet train to Luang Prabang, a colorful ancient city with rich history. Once you arrive, walk around in the afternoon to get oriented and see the layout. After that, trek up Mount Phousi, passing monks' quarters and Buddha's footprint cave until you reach Wat Phousi temple at the summit. Watch the sunset from the top over Luang Prabang and the Mekong, then spend the evening at a street food crawl through town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Flora by Sanakeo Hotel)
Included Activities
- Sunset at Wat Phousi
- Street Food Crawl
- Orientation With CEO
Landmarks/POIs Mount Phousi Wat Phousi Mekong River - Day 5
Luang Prabang
Rise early to watch monks in saffron robes walk through town receiving daily alms from residents, a key religious ceremony in Laos. Later, join a guided trip to Kuang Si waterfalls where you can see the water and natural surroundings. Free time in the evening lets you explore the city at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Flora by Sanakeo Hotel)
Included Activities
- Kuang Si Waterfalls Excursion
Optional Activities
- Alms-giving ceremony observation
- Wat Visoun Temples Visit (2.50USD per person)
- Royal Palace Museum Visit (5USD per person)
- Wat Xien Thong Visit (2.50USD per person)
- Cooking Class (35USD per person)
- Ock Pop Tok Living Crafts Centre Visit (8USD per person)
- Royal Ballet Theatre (15USD per person)
- Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre Entry (4USD per person)
Landmarks/POIs Kuang Si Waterfalls - Day 6
Luang Prabang to Mekong River Homestay
Board a long, comfortable houseboat for a two-day journey up the Mekong River toward Chiang Khong in Thailand. You'll cruise to a village homestay where you'll participate in a traditional Baci welcome ceremony and share dinner with your hosts for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with your homestay hosts)
- Accommodation
- Home-stay (Ban Huay Thum Homestay)
Included Activities
- Mekong River Slow Boat
- Mekong River Homestay & Traditional Performance
Landmarks/POIs Mekong River - Day 7
Mekong River to Chiang Khong
Spend the day relaxing on the slow boat as you continue up the Mekong. You'll cross into Thailand during the journey and arrive in Chiang Khong by late afternoon. Watch the river and surrounding landscape as you travel, keeping an eye out for any wildlife along the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Guesthouse (Namkhong Guesthouse)
Included Activities
- Mekong River Slow Boat
- Border Crossing (Laos - Thailand)
Landmarks/POIs Mekong River - Day 8
Chiang Khong to Chiang Mai
Drive through rolling countryside to reach Chiang Mai, a peaceful city nestled in Thailand's northern mountains. Spend the afternoon getting to know the area at your own pace. Visit Doi Suthep temple, cycle around town, or head to the famous night market to look for bargains and local goods.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Chiang Mai Gate Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Doi Suthep Temple Visit (2USD per person)
- Northern Thai Cooking Class
- Cycling around the city
- Night market exploration
- Massage
- Cooking Class
- Street Food Walk at Chiang Mai Night Market
- Chiang Mai Cycling Tour (1500THB per person)
- Chiang Mai City Tour
Landmarks/POIs Doi Suthep Chiang Mai Night Market - Day 9
Chiang Mai
You have another full day to explore Chiang Mai and experience the city your way. Consider visiting Doi Suthep temple as it overlooks the city from the hills, or take a bicycle ride through the countryside surrounding town.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Chiang Mai Gate Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Doi Suthep Temple Visit (2USD per person)
- Cycling in the countryside
- Massage
- Cooking Class
- Street Food Walk at Chiang Mai Night Market
- Chiang Mai Cycling Tour (1500THB per person)
- Chiang Mai City Tour
Landmarks/POIs Doi Suthep - Day 10
Chiang Mai to Mae Malai Hilltribe Villages
Drive to Mae Malai village and start your hilltribe trek through forests and rugged terrain. After a few hours of trekking, you'll reach the first village with traditional thatch bungalows where you'll stay. Along the way, you'll learn how each hilltribe community has its own language, beliefs, clothing style, and way of life.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hilltribe Trek Day 1
Landmarks/POIs Mae Malai - Day 11
Hilltribe Trek Day 2
Trek for 2 to 3 hours before stopping for lunch. From there, visit a Karen village to watch how traditional blankets and scarves are woven. Continue trekking for a few more hours, and you might have the chance to stop at Mae Tang River to learn local fishing techniques or build a bamboo raft. End the day at another village for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hilltribe Trek Day 2
Optional Activities
- Learning to fish at Mae Tang River using local tools
- Building a bamboo raft
Landmarks/POIs Karen Village Mae Tang River - Day 12
Hilltribe Villages to Chiang Mai
After breakfast, leave the village by bamboo raft and float past other villages along the river. Meet a van after lunch and head back to Chiang Mai. Try local dishes like khao soi (curry noodles) and sai oua (northern Thai sausage) at different spots around the city. Finish with a big night out at a top bar to celebrate completing the trek.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Chiang Mai Gate Hotel)
Included Activities
- Bamboo Rafting to Lahu Village
- Lahu Village Visit
- Bamboo Rafting to Shan Village
- Chiang Mai Celebration
Landmarks/POIs Lahu Village Shan Village - Day 13
Chiang Mai to Bangkok
You have free time in Chiang Mai to shop at the market, get a Thai massage, visit temples, or have more khao soi if you like. In the evening, board an overnight train and settle into your berth. You'll sleep through the night and wake up arriving in Bangkok.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Market shopping
- Thai massage
- Temple exploration
- Additional khao soi curry dining
- Day 14
Bangkok
Your train arrives at Bangkok station around 8am. Take time for final photos with your new friends and exchange contact information before heading on your way. This is where your tour ends, though the friendships and memories stay with you.
Included Activities
- Departure Day
