A Spiritual Journey in Laos
Experience Southeast Asia at its most languid and otherworldly in under-the-radar Laos, exploring the golden city of Luang Prabang, cooling off beneath jungle waterfalls and witnessing rural life unchanged for centuries.
4 days
suggested length
$4,295
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In the heart of Southeast Asia, Laos offers a serene escape into timeless landscapes where the Mekong River meanders through lush jungles and misty mountains. The gentle rhythm of life in its ancient temples and riverside villages provides a rare glimpse into a culture deeply rooted in spirituality and simplicity. Wander through the sacred city of Luang Prabang, where saffron-robed monks glide past crumbling French colonial buildings at dawn. In Laos, every moment is an invitation to slow down and discover the art of mindful travel.
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Highlights
Discover Luang Prabang's UNESCO World Heritage-listed Buddhist temples, observing monks’ daily rituals and hearing their rhythmic chant
Rise early to join the alms-giving ritual, offering food to monks as they pass by at dawn
Experience life on a local organic farm and witness centuries-old rice harvesting traditions in a landscape untouched by time
Venture out to traditional Laotian villages and interact with artisans practicing woodcarving, papermaking and silk weaving
Hike through tranquil forest trails to swim in the crystal-clear pools of multi-tiered Kuang Si Falls
Support the protection and rehabilitation of the rare and magnificent Asiatic black bear at a dedicated wildlife rescue sanctuary
Your Itinerary
Our experts have designed this gold-standard itinerary to inspire you, featuring our pick of the best hotels and experiences in every thrilling destination.
Luang Prabang, Laos
Sacred tales in the mountains
Immerse yourself in Luang Prabang’s rich history on guided tours with your dedicated A&K expert, rising at dawn for ceremonial alms-giving and market visits. Explore the Royal Palace Museum, Wat Xieng Thong’s stunning mosaics and Wat Khili’s unique monastic architecture, spending sunset atop the sacred Mount Phousi. Uncover local treasures at the Traditional Arts and Ethnology Center; explore the forest trails of Kuang Si Falls Park; and venture upriver to understand the traditions underpinning rural artisan and rice-growing communities.
Your Hotels
Amantaka
Your Experiences
History lessons in Laos
Wild swimming at Kuang Si Falls
Lao cookery and hands-on dairy farming
Attend a traditional Baci ceremony
Cruise down the Mekong at sunset
Meet Laos’s gentle giants
Hand-on rice growing at an organic farm
Almsgiving ceremony at dawn
Discover the mysteries of the Plain of Jars by air
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History lessons in Laos
Wild swimming at Kuang Si Falls
Lao cookery and hands-on dairy farming
Attend a traditional Baci ceremony
Cruise down the Mekong at sunset
Meet Laos’s gentle giants
Hand-on rice growing at an organic farm
Almsgiving ceremony at dawn
Discover the mysteries of the Plain of Jars by air
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