10 Day Trips from in Vientiane That You Shouldn't Miss

October 13, 2021 Nobuko Falco

Vientiane is the capital and largest city in Laos. Located on the banks of the Mekong River, Vientiane is a city steeped in legend and history. The city is the home of the massive gilded stupa, Pha That Luang, a national symbol of Laos. The streets are lined with trees, French colonial buildings, street markets, Buddhist temples, and noodle shops. Just outside the city is Buddha Park, a garden littered with over 200 cement sculptures depicting the gods and monsters of Buddhist and Hindu myth.
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1. Half-Day Vientiane City Bike Tour

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Vientiane is the capital and largest city of Laos, located in the banks of the Mekong River. This tour will take you visit many historic temples, national monuments, etc by bicycle in your own way.

Inclusions: English-speaking guide, Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Personal expenses, drinks, Gratuities

2. Laos Private Tour with Chansay!

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1. Enjoy a Private Tour with your experienced and friendly guide. 2. You can customise your tour with your guide. 3. Price shown is for a Group of 1-4 (Not including entrance tickets and tax, USD20 for each person, to be paid cash on arrival)

Inclusions: Guide fees, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Parking Fees, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Lunch, Entrance tickets, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Reviewed By lycettb1

Chansay was super helpful while we were planning our custom tour of Laos, which included some remote locations. He speaks very good English, he is well-informed and could answer all of our questions. The driver he hired was also excellent. The car was in good shape and had seatbelts in the back. I recommend bringing your own food if you are traveling to areas not frequented by tourists.

3. Private Tour: Vientiane City Sightseeing and Buddha Park

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Vientiane, as the capital and also one of the largest cities in Laos, still remains peaceful atmosphere in its huge tree lines along the street, ancient gorgeous temples and slow pace of life. This private tour will take you to explore one of the most popular attraction in Vientiane - Buddha Park. The park is home to over 200 statues of Buddha and Hinduism characters made by concrete, especially the enormous sleeping Buddha statue which is 40 m in length. Pay attention to each statue with different emotions and facial expression. Also enjoy a sightseeing tour of Vientiane City with magnificent monuments reflecting a glorious period in history of Laos including Vat Sisaket, That Luang and Patuxay. Enjoy this beautiful Buddhist land and learn its history from your private guide!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Lunch, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By New098

e had a great time and will definitely recommend Will and Vietnam tours to everyone! We went on a two week holiday trip to Cambodia and Vietnam, and oh we had an amazing experience! All thanks to Vietnam Tours. co.za. Will Nguyen arranged our trip and it was done VERY well, everything plan was so great and we are so grateful for that. Thank you Will for your professionalism and for all the recommendations, w

4. Explore Vientiane and Local Villages Biking Tour

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Book this exciting biking full-day tour to explore the bank of the Mekong where take you away from the bustle of the city and see the history of Vientiane. Visit the Ban Tanmixay Village and take a ferry down the Nam Ngum River to Ban Thadindeng, a Hmong village. Also enjoy a picnic lunch at the Ban Tontam surrounded by a beautiful pond and mountains.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Use of high quality bikes and helmet, Drinking water, English-speaking guide, Picnic lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Reviewed By BushyBerowra

This was an EXCELLENT way of seeing the town and orientating yourself. Definitely not strenuous.It also gave us time to view more closely the attractions rather from inside a minivan.

5. A Day Out and About at Nam Ngum Lake

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A 90-kilometer drive from Vientiane and you reach an amazing region of Laos; the vast Nam Ngum Reservoir has been a favourite among tourists and locals alike for its peaceful, quiet settings, surrounded by various, very traditional forms of agriculture. • Escape the city and venture into rural parts of Laos • Sail over the calm waters of the Nam Ngum Lake • Explore a popular tourism spot for locals taking a break • Enjoy local Laotian cuisine at a local restaurant • Return transfers from and to hotel are included

Inclusions: A full-day tour with a professional English-speaking guide. , Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver. , A leisurely 1-hour cruise over the Nam Ngum Lake, All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description. , All applicable taxes and service charges, Lunch on board is included (food only)

Exclusions: Other entrance fees and expenses, such as other meals, drinks, tips and shopping, unless otherwise stated, Transfers from and to airport, sea/river ports, train stations that are located inside or outside of the city center are NOT included; supplements will be applied, Transfers from and to hotels and resorts that are located outside of the city center are NOT included; supplements will be applied, Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement., Compulsory Christmas, country-specific festival and/or New Year dinner at included hotels, Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point, Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

Reviewed By cooksha

The Early Morning Alms Giving is good to see to experience one piece of the local culture; however, we were very put off by all the tourists who were just gawking, taking photos and being disrespectful - without any understanding of what the ceremony signifies. People should research it before going so you understand what it is. We discovered later that more monks were accepting alms on the side-streets than on the main road. My only guess is that they wanted to avoid the ridiculous spectacle on the main road. Good for them! People - BE RESPECTFUL !!!!

6. Full Day Private Car and Guide in vientiane (within the city, 8 H)

Vientiane, Vientiane, Vientiane Prefecture Vangvieng day tour

The way make your private time with your lover or you family that alright to choose this case. We have car and minivan with air condition  wait your service.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup, Private Vehicle, English Guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Personal expenses, Other services not mentioned above.

Reviewed By hongf531

It only take 3hrs from Vientiane to VanVieng. Lets spend a weekend there! It is excellent. You can go with your friends to enjoy the river ride, cave venture and hot air balloon.

7. Complete Vientiane in a Day

Asian Trails Laos

Casting aside one’s prejudices of what defines a country’s capital is fairly easy when arriving in Vientiane; Laos’ government and administrative centre just doesn’t fit in this box. Yet, this also highlights the uniqueness of the country’s largest city where life seems to move at a slightly more relaxed pace. Added to the fact that there is more than meets the eye, you will touch the essentials of locally vibrant, yet truly Laos’ contribution to the world’s capital list. From enigmatic temples to dashing street-side examples of somewhat unhurried lifestyle, Vientiane leaves a lasting impression as a truly charming destination.

Inclusions: A full-day tour with a professional English-speaking guide. , Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver. , All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description. , All applicable taxes and service charges

Exclusions: Entrance fees Patuxai Victory Gate, Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees , Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement., Single supplement charges for single travellers, where applicable, Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point, Transfers from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations, Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

Reviewed By Ali Hamoud A

Nothing special really. If you have been to Halong bay in Vietnam, this artificial lake is nothing. However, if you are in Vientiane, Laos and have a free day it is worth a visit. The trip takes you to the countryside across rice farms and various plantations. A stop at a scenic hydro electric power plant to take a snapshot of a nice view infront of the water locks is recommended. Then on arrival at the lake, you stop at a small jet to take an hour boat ride. Various sizes boats are available. The prices are so cheap. You take a fairly good size boat for an entire family for 150,000 Kip. You pay slightly more for a boat with a toilet onboard. This is for an hour long ride which is so relaxing. You can order lunch and have it on board whilst slowly cruizing around this huge artifial lake. Recommended if you and family or group of friends have a free day whilst in Vientiane, Laos.

8. Half Day Buddha Park and Textile Village (WAVING VILLAGE NOT AVAILABLE ON SUNDAY) No Lunch

Vientiane, Vientiane, Vientiane Prefecture Vientiane trip

This case we provide for who don’t have  much time but you can save you experience  that  what you seen and what you don in your trip in lao. so this day we bring you see the park but not the same general park. There is Buddha park and before noon we let to see weaving Lao silk.

Inclusions: 1. Transfer, 2. English-speaking guide

Exclusions: 1. Gratuities (optional), 2. Personal expenses, 3. Other services not mentioned above.

9. Full Day Hiking Along the Orchids’ Path

Asian Trails Laos

Away from city life in the Laotian capital, nature still rules with a green fist. Protected by locals who have called this part of the world their home for generations, the Phou Khao Khouay National Protected Area is a rustic region, filled with nature and eco-friendly initiatives to keep it that way. Officially labelled as a Biodiversity Conservation Area by the Laotian government, the unique flora and fauna of Phou Khao Khouay is that juxtaposition compared to the Vientiane way of living that drives visitors out of the city and into the untouched wild life side of Laos. Orchid lovers will certainly get their money’s worth as the Phou Khao Khouay is known nation for contributing close to 50% of all the wild orchids in Laos.

Inclusions: A professional English-speaking local hiking guide, Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver, All entrance and donation fees for visits as mentioned in the description, All applicable taxes and service charges, Picnic lunch is included

Exclusions: Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees , Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement., Single supplement charges for single travelers, where applicable, Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point, Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

Reviewed By Ali Hamoud A

Nothing special really. If you have been to Halong bay in Vietnam, this artificial lake is nothing. However, if you are in Vientiane, Laos and have a free day it is worth a visit. The trip takes you to the countryside across rice farms and various plantations. A stop at a scenic hydro electric power plant to take a snapshot of a nice view infront of the water locks is recommended. Then on arrival at the lake, you stop at a small jet to take an hour boat ride. Various sizes boats are available. The prices are so cheap. You take a fairly good size boat for an entire family for 150,000 Kip. You pay slightly more for a boat with a toilet onboard. This is for an hour long ride which is so relaxing. You can order lunch and have it on board whilst slowly cruizing around this huge artifial lake. Recommended if you and family or group of friends have a free day whilst in Vientiane, Laos.

10. Vientiane private tour

Laos Minivan Tours

Laos minivan offer best private tour in Vientiane with english speaking guide in Vientiane with suitable budget

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch

Reviewed By ericA9862RS

Just booking private tour Luang prabang to plain of jars, our driver was fantastic, good english speaking during trip he's showing us many thing to see and visit several village. High recommend that he take us to visit Buddha cave huge buddha statue and hospital cave nearby. Thanks to arrange great trip for my group.

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