If you’re looking for an itinerary for two days in Luang Prabang, you might be overwhelmed by all your options. Even though it’s a small town, there’s still more than enough to see and do for a week. Of course, not everyone has this amount of time available to just travel around. With this 2 Days in Luang Prabang Itinerary, you will cover the most epic places and experiences.

Cycling and kayaking require two or more participants

2 Days 1 Night

Day 1

Your tour guide will pick you up from your accommodation in Luang Prabang around 8:30-9:00 AM, then we drive to southeast of Luang Prabang about 30 min and arrive at Ban Huai Pheng Village. Starting from this village where Khmu and Hmong people live together, we will walk 3 km to Nong Kouay village, and in the afternoon we will walk 8-10 km from Nong Kouay village to Long Lao village. Hiking about 12 km on the first day. After arriving at the village, you will tour with your guide to see how the Hmong and Khmu people live together and settle into your homestay. Enjoy a dinner of local food. At night, you will be able to see the beautiful starry sky.

Day2

After breakfast We will leave the homestay house and head to Kuang Si Falls. We enter into jungle forests. Trekking across rice paddies, the orchards, farm land and forest, we will see the beauty scenery of Luang Prabang countryside on the way. As we continue to trekking, we reach the mountainous jungle and find natural springs which are source of Kuang Si Waterfall around 3-4 hours. Then we take a rest to enjoy lunch at waterfall. We explore the three layered Kuang Si waterfall walk the trails of the nature reserve and swim in the refreshing turquoise water pools and also visit the Bear Rescue Center. In the late afternoon we visit Kuang Si Butterfly park to see Laos’ myriad butterflies. From here we drive back to Luang Prabang and send back to your accommodation or city center between 5:30-6:00 PM.

3 Days 2 Nights

Day 1

Your tour guide will pick you up from your accommodation in Luang Prabang around 8:30-9:00 AM, then we drive to southeast of Luang Prabang about 30 min and arrive at Ban Phone Xay village or Ban Ber Hok (No 6 village). Starting from this village, we will walk 4-5 hours, 10 km to Nong Kouay village. The paths along the way are picturesque and magnificent. With a stop for a picnic lunch, we will spend the day in the jungle, crossing streams, walking through bamboo forests, and climbing steep hills. After arriving in the village you will settle into your host family’s home and cook dinner. You will spend the night under the beautiful starry sky, interacting with the people of the village.

Day2

We will walk 8-10 km from Nong Kouay village to Long Lao village. After arriving at the village, you will tour with your guide to see how the Hmong and Khmu people live together and settle into your homestay.

Day3

After breakfast We will leave the homestay house and head to Kuang Si Falls. We enter into jungle forests. Trekking across rice paddies, the orchards, farm land and forest, we will see the beauty scenery of Luang Prabang countryside on the way. As we continue to trekking, we reach the mountainous jungle and find natural springs which are source of Kuang Si Waterfall around 3-4 hours. Then we take a rest to enjoy lunch at waterfall. We explore the three layered Kuang Si waterfall walk the trails of the nature reserve and swim in the refreshing turquoise water pools and also visit the Bear Rescue Center. In the late afternoon we visit Kuang Si Butterfly park to see Laos’ myriad butterflies. From here we drive back to Luang Prabang and send back to your accommodation or city center between 5:30-6:00 PM.

Price

The following prices include credit card fees and there are no additional charges.
Cancellations (full refund) and date changes (if possible) can be made free of charge up to the day before

Joint tour:

Calculation formula: For the first person or solo traveler, the price is 175 euros (2 days), 254 euros (3 days). For each additional person, 55 euros (2 days) and 74 euros (3 days) will be added to the price for the first person. (2 days tour with 3 people 175+55X2=285 285÷3=€95)

If there are other participants in your group, the difference will be refunded to your card after the tour ends. 

If a party consist of a solo traveler and 2 other participants and these 3 people travel for 2 days together, the price per person is €95. The solo traveler can request a refund of €80 on the card you paid €175 to. (175-95=€80) The other two participants can also request a refund of 230-190 = 40 euros on the card they paid €230 to.

This tour does not run every day and is usually just for your group. Therefore, please do not book with the expectation of discounts from other participants.

Private tour:

Upgrade to a private tour by adding €25 to the group price of the joint tour above.

With this upgrade, your first and last day of travel to and from Luang Prabang will be in a private vehicle that is not shared with other tours. Also, the tour will be run exclusively for your group throughout.

Select the option “upgrade to private tour” X1 in the payment form displayed by clicking Book Now

Full description

Begin your day with a hotel pickup in Luang Prabang around 1:30 PM. Travel by minivan to Kuang Si Waterfalls. Arrive and have approximately two hours of free time to relax, swim in the turquoise pools, or explore the forest trails.

Continue by minivan to the nearby Kuang Si Heritage Rice Farm, situated on the banks of the Mekong River. Board a comfortable boat for a leisurely sunset cruise back to Luang Prabang, with drinks served on board as the sun sets over the river.

Your journey concludes with arrival in Luang Prabang at approximately 6:30 PM., where you will be transferred to the city center or back to your hotel.

• Park The falls are in a nature park. You will see large tropical trees and flowers you will probably never see in your country.
• Swimming  Dressing rooms are available. Shower and locker unavailable. Please take care of your valuables.
• Trail You can climb to the top of the waterfall to see the source of the waterfall. Left is the easy way. Right is the hard way. Be careful during the rainy season, as it can be slippery and sometimes completely flooded/inaccessible after heavy rain. Decent footwear is recommended. Please be sure to time your ascent accordingly.

Itinerary

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Pickup

We will pick you up at your accommodation between 8:00 – 8:30 am

Kuang Si Waterfalls

This adventure destination package takes you to Kuang Si Waterfalls. These waterfalls are magnificent and impressive. Relax and enjoy the spectacular natural beauty of waterfalls. Water from upstream cascades down jagged limestone cliffs into turquoise blue pools of various sizes. We will have 2 hours to explore the three-tiered waterfall, walk along a nature preserve trail, swim in refreshing turquoise puddles, and visit a bear conservation center. Adventurous may walk up the steep path to the top of the falls for a spectacular view.

Ban Na Uang (a Hmong resettlement village)

Then drive for an afternoon boat cruise. On the way, we will stop at Ban Na Uang (a Hmong resettlement village). Here you can meet the Hmong people who originally lived in the highlands.

Restaurant @ Manifa elephant camp

When we arrive at Manifa Elephant Camp, we will get out of the car and have lunch. Enjoy a buffet lunch at the restaurant with a view of the Mekong River and free-roaming elephants.

Pak Ou Caves

Around 14:30, we take a long tail slow boat to trip on the mighty Mekong river. Enjoy the many views from the water, witness rural Laos, pass by local villages, fishers, and children and soak up the scenes of daily life by the river. Our boat travels slowly along the Mekong to Pak Ou Caves. We arrive at a small boat landing dock where stairs lead you straight to the cave. These limestone caves have been places of worship for thousands of years, and Buddhist statues and idols have filled these natural caves. Hear legends and stories about the caves from your guide and explore the caves.

Nam Ou River

After visiting the caves, the boat will enter the Ou River to see the spectacular limestone cliffs.

Ban Xang Hai (Whisky Village)

Back on the Mekong River again, we go down the river a 30-minute and a bit. Our trip makes its last short stop at the Ban Xang Hai, also known as the Whisky Village. Here you see the process of making Lao Lao, the country’s beloved rice whiskey, and taste the fresh local delights. Why not pick up a couple of bottles for later?

Mekong Sunset Cruise

Depart from Ban Xang Hai from 16 to 16:30 and slowly return to Luang Prabang for an hour and a half to two hours. You can see the beautiful sunset from the boat.

17:30-18:00

Luang Prabang

We will get to Luang Prabang between 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm. Drop-off points are the post office on the main street, near the night market, or at your accommodation (by prior arrangement or request).

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There are different versions of this tour. The other version includes a Mekong River cruise in the morning and a visit to the waterfalls in the afternoon. The mornings in Luang Prabang are often cloudy and rainy in the rainy season, and winters are cold, so the alternative version may be better for swimming at the waterfalls. However, the morning boat trip is likely to be cloudy and the view of the Mekong River in the afternoon is better.

We will pick you up at your accommodation between 8:00 and 8:30 am. Go straight to the pier for the departure of the longtail boat trip and embark on the mighty Mekong. Enjoy the many views from the water, witness rural Laos, pass by local villages, fishermen, and children and soak up the scenes of daily life by the river.

In the first little over an hour, the boat makes its first short stop at the Ban Xang Hai, also known as the Whisky Village. Here you see the process of making Lao Lao, the country’s beloved rice whiskey, and taste the fresh local delights. Why not pick up a couple of bottles for later?

The boat will take you slowly along the Mekong River to Pak Ou Caves. We arrive at a small boat landing dock where stairs lead you straight to the cave. These limestone caves have been places of worship for thousands of years, and Buddhist statues and idols have filled these natural caves. Hear legends and stories about the caves from your guide and explore the caves.

After visiting the caves, the boat will enter the Ou River to see the spectacular limestone cliffs. Then a 30-minute boat ride down the Mekong River will take us to Manifa elephant camp for lunch. Enjoy a buffet lunch at the restaurant with a view of the Mekong River and free-roaming elephants.

This adventure destination package takes you to Kuang Si Waterfall. We will have 2 hours to explore the three-tiered waterfall, walk along a nature preserve trail, swim in refreshing turquoise puddles, and visit a bear conservation center.

On our way back into Luang Prabang, we will stop at Ban Na Uang (Hmong resettlement village). Here you can meet the Hmong people who originally lived in the highlands. After returning to Luang Prabang, drop-off points are the post office on the main street, near the night market, or at your accommodation (by prior arrangement or on request).

There are different versions of this tour. The other version includes a Mekong River cruise in the afternoon (sunset cruise) and a visit to the waterfalls in the morning. The mornings in Luang Prabang are often cloudy and rainy in the rainy season, and winters are cold, so this version may be better for swimming at the waterfalls. However, the morning boat trip is likely to be cloudy and the view of the Mekong River in the afternoon is better.

• Visit an authentic Khmu village for a genuine glimpse into rural Lao life.
• Trek through scenic countryside and forested hills on a hidden trail (total 3-5 hours, 10-14 km 6.2-8.6 miles).
• Dine at a secluded Khmu restaurant by a natural spring, supporting the community.
• See the “water cycle” connecting the protected forest, falls, and rice paddies.
• End with a relaxing sunset cruise, embracing the slow travel spirit on the Mekong.

We will drive from Luang Prabang to the Khmu village of Ban Nonghiew (approximately 20 km – 40 minutes). Upon arrival near the village,　get off the car and start hiking. You will have time to explore the village, where traditional stilt houses, freely roaming ducks and buffalo, and villagers at work provide an authentic glimpse into rural Lao life.

From the village, we will set off on a 2-3 hour gentle hike. This hidden trail winds through forested hills and scenic countryside, passing near Ban Thapene (the gateway village to the falls) before arriving directly at a beautiful natural spring.

Here, nestled by the water in a tranquil outdoor setting, you’ll find a small, open-air restaurant run by a local Khmu family—a place rarely seen by other visitors. Enjoy an authentic Lao lunch (choice of dishes) in this stunning natural plaza, knowing your meal directly supports the local community.

After lunch, you’ll reach the top of the falls and descend to the main cascades. Enjoy 2.5 to 3 hours of free time to swim in the stunning turquoise pools, relax, or explore the jungle trails.

The journey continues as we follow the water’s path to the Kuang Si Heritage Rice Farm. Witness how the falls’ water irrigates the terraced paddies and taste fresh, traditionally pressed sugarcane juice. You’ll see firsthand the vital connection between the forest, the water, and the local way of life.

Conclude your unforgettable day with a magnificent sunset cruise, returning to Luang Prabang around 6:30 PM. This gentle journey back on the Mekong perfectly captures the tranquil spirit of your adventure.

(For those on a tighter schedule, an optional return by minivan is available, arriving in Luang Prabang by 5:30 PM.)