Family Adventure in Laos: 4-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Exploring Luang Prabang

Luang Prabang, Laos

8:00AM

Breakfast at Cafe Ban Phan Khili

Start your adventure with a delicious breakfast featuring local Laotian dishes like sticky rice and omelets.
Located in the heart of Luang Prabang, it's a short walk from many hotels.
LAK 40,000, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Kuang Si Waterfalls

Enjoy a scenic 30-minute drive to the breathtaking Kuang Si Waterfalls, where the kids can splash in the turquoise pools.
Arrange a group minivan for easier family travel.
LAK 20,000, 4 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Tamarind Restaurant

Refuel with a family-friendly lunch offering a variety of traditional dishes, ensuring everyone finds something they love.
Located close to the waterfalls, making for easy transitions from one activity to the next.
LAK 200,000, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore the Royal Palace Museum

Discover Laos's history and culture at the Royal Palace Museum, perfect for educational fun with the family.
Return to Luang Prabang's center to visit this historical site.
LAK 20,000, 2 hours

5:00PM

Evening Stroll at Night Market

Wander through the vibrant night market with crafts, clothes, and local street food, perfect for souvenir hunting.
Just steps away from the Royal Palace Museum, making it a convenient evening outing.
FREE, 2 hours

7:30PM

Dinner at The Hive

End the day with a tasty dinner in a laid-back atmosphere; perfect for families and serving diverse menu options.
Close to the night market.
LAK 150,000, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Cultural Immersion and Adventure

Luang Prabang, Laos

8:00AM

Breakfast at Saffron Coffee

Enjoy delicious coffee alongside breakfast sandwiches, perfect for fueling up for a busy day.
Located downtown, easy to reach from the hotel.
LAK 50,000, 1 hour

9:30AM

Alms Giving Ceremony

Experience the serene alms giving ceremony at dawn, where locals offer food to monks; a unique cultural moment for the family.
Head to the main street in the early morning.
FREE, 1 hour

10:30AM

Participate in a Cooking Class

Take a family cooking class, learning to prepare authentic Laotian dishes that you'll enjoy back at home.
Choose a local culinary school, many are walking distance.
LAK 250,000, 3 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at Khaiphaen

Relish in a lunch filled with local flavors while supporting a great social enterprise that helps vulnerable youth.
Conveniently located near the cooking class venue.
LAK 120,000, 1 hour

3:30PM

Take a Lao Traditional Dance Class

Engage the family with a Lao dance workshop, where everyone can join in and learn the graceful steps.
Check with local tourism agencies for dance schools available in the area.
LAK 150,000, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Apsara

Savor a delightful dinner while enjoying riverside views that create a wonderful ambiance for the family.
Just a short walk from the dance class location.
LAK 250,000, 2 hours
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Day 3: Adventure in Vang Vieng

Vang Vieng, Laos

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at your hotel before departing for Vang Vieng.
Have everything packed, ready for the journey.
Included, 1 hour

8:00AM

Travel to Vang Vieng

Drive through beautiful landscapes to Vang Vieng, a commute that takes about 4 hours.
Book a minivan for comfortable family travel.
LAK 100,000, 4 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at The Bamboo Restaurant

Have lunch at this local favorite while enjoying the picturesque view of the river.
Just off the main road in Vang Vieng.
LAK 100,000, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Tubing on the Nam Song River

Grab a tube and float down the Nam Song River; it’s a fun-filled and relaxing activity perfect for families.
Rent tubes along the river's edge; many shops are ready to assist.
LAK 50,000, 3 hours

5:30PM

Visit the Blue Lagoon

Head to the nearby Blue Lagoon, where kids can swim and parents can relax in nature's beauty.
Easy walking distance from the tubing spot.
LAK 15,000, 2 hours

7:30PM

Dinner at Gary's Irish Pub

End your day with hearty comfort food the whole family loves in a friendly pub atmosphere.
Located close to your accommodation.
LAK 130,000, 1.5 hours
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Day 4: Vientiane City Exploration

Vientiane, Laos

8:00AM

Breakfast at Nisha

Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast buffet at your hotel that offers both local and international options for a family feast.
Sit in the hotel lobby restaurant before departure.
Included, 1 hour

9:00AM

Travel to Vientiane

Head to the capital Vientiane for a journey that takes about 4 hours by minivan.
Arrange a private car or minivan for the journey.
LAK 100,000, 4 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Lao Kitchen

Indulge in traditional Lao dishes while embracing a homey atmosphere perfect for families.
Located close to the city center of Vientiane.
LAK 90,000, 1 hour

2:30PM

Explore Patuxai Victory Monument

Visit the iconic Patuxai Monument, resembling Arc de Triomphe, offering stunning views from the top.
A short taxi or tuk-tuk ride from the lunch spot.
LAK 10,000, 2 hours

5:00PM

Relax at the Mekong Riverside Park

Stroll along the Mekong River at the Riverside Park; it’s ideal for relaxing with playgrounds for children.
A short ride from Patuxai, there are various transport options in the area.
FREE, 1.5 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at The Spirit of Vietnam

Savor your final dinner in Laos with a mix of Vietnamese and Lao dishes in a welcoming family setting.
Located along the riverside, it’s the perfect end to a wonderful trip.
LAK 200,000, 1.5 hours
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