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Laos Express Train Adventure

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Laos Express Train Adventure in Laos

Travel from Vientiane to Luang Prabang by express train and return to the capital after time in the north. This 5-day journey combines city visits, river scenery, the Pak Ou Caves, Ban Xang Hai, and the Kouangxi Water Fall. In Vientiane, the tour includes a first look at the main city sights and a welcome dinner. In Luang Prabang, you visit the former royal city, its temple area, the night market, and nearby villages linked to traditional weaving and local rice whiskey. The program also includes a boat trip to the Pak Ou Caves and a visit to Kouangxi Water Fall before the return train to Vientiane. It finishes with time in the capital before departure.

Key details

5 days

4 nights

Route

Laos

Tour type

Small groups

Available departures

Dates available

Duration

5 days

Travel style

Small groups

Destination

Laos

Highlights

  • Multi-day tour
  • City & Culture
  • Family
  • Custom

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Vientiane

    Arrival in Vientiane

    Arrive in the capital, meet your local team, and transfer to the hotel. After a short rest, visit key city sights and end the day with a welcome dinner.
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  2. 2

    Luang Prabang

    Train to Luang Prabang

    Travel by express train to Luang Prabang, then continue with a first visit to the former royal city and its main cultural landmarks.
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  3. 3

    Luang Prabang

    Pak Ou Caves and local villages

    Take a boat trip on the Mekong to the Pak Ou Caves, then visit Ban Xang Hai and other villages noted for traditional weaving and local rice whiskey.
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The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.

What's included

  • Accommodation based on single, twin, double, or triple sharing with daily breakfast
  • Government taxes and service charges
  • Professional English-speaking guides in each destination
  • Private air-conditioned transport during the tour
  • Express train between Vientiane and Luang Prabang
  • Private boat trip as listed in the itinerary
  • Meals as stated in the program
  • Admission fees to the sights listed in the itinerary
  • Drinking water and tissue during the tour
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off for tour dates
  • Welcome dinner in Vientiane

What's not included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa to Laos if applicable
  • Pre- and post-tour accommodation
  • Beverages and meals not stated in the program
  • Early check-in and late check-out
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, and tips
  • Massage and spa services

Dates & availability

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Upcoming departures

10 dates · 10 options
Wed, Sep 9, 2026to Sep 13, 2026
1 hotel available
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Hotels as per itineraryDouble/twin room · As per itineraryOn request
$958.00
$671.00per person
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Thu, Sep 10, 2026to Sep 14, 2026
1 hotel available
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Hotels as per itineraryDouble/twin room · As per itineraryOn request
$958.00
$671.00per person
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Fri, Sep 11, 2026to Sep 15, 2026
1 hotel available
Standard package
Hotels as per itineraryDouble/twin room · As per itineraryOn request
$958.00
$786.00per person
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Important information

Flexibility

Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.

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