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Laos: Sunrises & Street Food

Now's the time for adventure on your terms with this tour of Laos that's affordable for young travellers. Explore countryside caves by bike in Vang Vieng, go back in time in the ancient city of Luang Prabang, and watch local life unfold on the Mekong. It's some of the best of Southeast Asia, all in one place. Take it all on with new friends, new places, and new must-sees and -dos to share back home.

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9 DaysVientiane to Chiang Mai
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: ALVC
From $711.75 USDIncluding taxes and fees

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings

Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.

Service Level: Basic

Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.

Physical Grading: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Merchandising: Planeterra Project

Trip Type: Small Group

Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

Age requirements: 18-39

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Laos: Sunrises & Street Food - Itinerary

Trip Start: VientianeTrip End: Chiang Mai

DAY 1

Vientiane

Arrive at any time and welcome to Vientiane, Laos' laid-back capital. After meeting your CEO and fellow travellers this evening, wander through the bustling night market along the Mekong River. Pick up a street beer or tea as you browse through the stalls of souvenirs and local delicacies. Follow your CEO to grab the best street food — or, you know, follow your nose.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Connect With New Friends:
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.

Vientiane Garden Boutique Hotel:
Vientiane Garden Boutique Hotel

Optional Activities

Laos: Sunrises & Street Food - Itinerary

Trip Start: VientianeTrip End: Chiang Mai
DAY 1
Vientiane

DAY 1

Vientiane

Arrive at any time and welcome to Vientiane, Laos' laid-back capital. After meeting your CEO and fellow travellers this evening, wander through the bustling night market along the Mekong River. Pick up a street beer or tea as you browse through the stalls of souvenirs and local delicacies. Follow your CEO to grab the best street food — or, you know, follow your nose.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Connect With New Friends:
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.

Vientiane Garden Boutique Hotel:
Vientiane Garden Boutique Hotel

Optional Activities

DAY 2
Vientiane/Vang Vieng
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DAY 3
Vang Vieng
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DAY 4
Vang Vieng/Luang Prabang
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DAY 5
Luang Prabang
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DAY 6
Luang Prabang/Pak Beng
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DAY 7
Pak Beng/Chiang Khong
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DAY 8
Chiang Khong/Chiang Mai
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DAY 9
Chiang Mai
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What’s Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: Mekong River Homestay & Traditional Performance, Muang Pakbèng
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
  • Your Big Night Out Moment: Vang Vieng Nightlife, Vang Vieng
  • Your Discover Moment: Luang Prabang
  • Guided hike in Vang Vieng
  • Slow boat up the Mekong
  • Orientation walk, sunset trek to Wat Phousi, Kuang Si Waterfalls excursion and street food crawl in Luang Prabang
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Accommodations
  • Simple hotels (twin-share) (7 nts) and homestay (1 nt).
Meals
  • 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Transportation
  • Local bus, air-con bus, slow boat, songthaew, tuk-tuk, walking.
Staff & experts
  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

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Sun, Feb 22 2026Mon, Mar 02 2026Sold Out $786.75 USD
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Fri, Feb 27 2026Sat, Mar 07 2026Open (6)$786.75 USD
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Sun, Mar 01 2026Mon, Mar 09 2026Open (9)$749.25 USD
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Tue, Mar 03 2026Wed, Mar 11 2026Open (4)$749.25 USD
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Fri, Mar 06 2026Sat, Mar 14 2026Open (8)$749.25 USD
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USEFUL INFO

Your G for Good Moment: Mekong River Homestay & Traditional Performance, Muang Pakbèng
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
Your Big Night Out Moment: Vang Vieng Nightlife, Vang Vieng
Your Discover Moment: Luang Prabang. Guided hike in Vang Vieng. Slow boat up the Mekong. Orientation walk, sunset trek to Wat Phousi, Kuang Si Waterfalls excursion and street food crawl in Luang Prabang. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Hike the limestone karsts of Vang Vieng, Discover the serenity of Luang Prabang on a sunset trek to Wat Phousi, Visit to Kuang Si Waterfalls, Float on the mighty Mekong, Experience the beauty of scenic northern Thailand, Big night out in Vang Vieng nightlife

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

Effective May 1, 2025, all travelers entering Thailand through air, land, or sea must complete the Thailand E-Arrival form. You must register at least 3 days before arrival. Please see Trip Details for more information.

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