Day 01 : Luang Prabang to Nong Khiaw and the Mountain View Hike or Phatok Cave (L/D)

In the morning, you can relax on a scenic drive along the Nam Ou River north to Nong Khiaw, 3 hours north of Luang Prabang. Along the way, we’ll stop at a Lao Leu weaving village* to explore a less familiar style of homes and culture.

Take lunch in Nong Khiaw with your guide and then explore the area with your choice of a trek to a local viewpoint or a visit to the Phatok Cave.

The Mountain View Trail takes about 3-4 hours walking round-trip up to a viewpoint. From the top, you can see as far as 20 km and enjoy a panoramic view of the surrounding landscape.

Alternatively, you may choose to visit the large and easily accessible Phatok Cave where locals took shelter during the war. The cave is large and has numerous relics of wartime past.

You’ll spend the night comfortable guesthouse on the banks on the Nam Ou River.

Note: You may choose between public or private minivan transfer from Luang Prabang to Nong Khiaw on the first day according to your budget and preference.

Day 02 : Trekking To 100 Waterfalls Trek and Riverside Homestay (B/L/D)

Starting the day with a peaceful boat ride through stunning mountains on the Nam Ou, you will be able to explore a small Lao village along the river side before heading into the waterfalls. Learn about their way of life along this river! Walk through small streams and rice paddies to reach the 100 waterfalls which were first discovered by us.

The next few hours you will see only water and jungle and hear the sound of clear waterfall cascades…small pools all around you inviting for a refreshing splash. A local style lunch is served at the falls. Arriving on top you have a great view over the landscape and nature of the region! Rated to be the best value adventure hike in Luang Prabang province!

Our return hike will take us to a Khmu village where we will overnight for a homestay experience on the banks of the Nam Ou River.

Day 03 : Boat ride to Muang Ngoi; Explore Muang Ngoi, Historic Cave, and Local Villages (B/L)

Start the morning with an upriver boat ride to Muang Ngoi through lush jungle and mountains. An amazing and truly fantastic landscape is waiting for you today. In the afternoon, have time to explore the little village of Muang Ngoi. We’ll take a walk through a valley to explore a historic cave and Ban Naa Village with its expansive rice paddies and agrarian lifestyle. A peaceful place, Muang Ngoi is ideal to relax and enjoy the lifestyle of North Laos. We stay overnight in the Lattanavongsa guesthouse.

Day 04 : From the upper Nam Ou via Nong Khiaw to Luang Prabang (B/L)

After breakfast we’ll leave Muang Ngoi by small boat and cruise to Nong Khiaw. If desired, we will have a short stop over here before we start our way back to Luang Prabang by private minivan. On the return drive to Luang Prabang we’ll take an excursion to visit the famous Buddha caves of Pak Ou and the Whiskey Village, Ban Xiang Hai. Arrive in Luang Prabang in the late afternoon.

* If the public Minivan is selected on the first day, there is no stop to visit the Lao Leu village

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Included Travel Services

• All transfers in program
• English speaking tour guide
• trekking guide
• boat fees
• 3 nights in guest houses/bungalows
• meals as mentioned in the itinerary
• activities as per itinerary
• entrance fees
• trek permissions
• local taxes

Not Included Travel Services

• Tips
• Accommodation in Luang Prabang
• Personal Expenses
• Travel insurance
• Specialty Drinks
• Meals not mentioned in the itinerary

Preparation

Bring weather-appropriate clothes.
Importantly, bring trekking sandals or shoes that can get wet as you walk through the 100 Waterfalls.

Mentioned hotels and guest houses depend on availability.  Comparable accommodations will be arranged when not available.