5-Day Adventure in Laos from Bengaluru: Cultural and Natural Wonders

Day 1: Arrival & Relax

Vientiane, Laos on June 10, 2025

7:00am

Flight from Bengaluru to Vientiane

Depart early from Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport to Wattay International Airport in Vientiane. Flights typically have one stopover, so expect around 7-9 hours total travel time.
INR 20000-30000, 7h0m

3:30pm

Check-in Hotel

Check into a centrally located hotel such as the Salana Boutique Hotel for comfort and easy access to the city sights.
LAK 150000 - 200000, 1h0m

5:00pm

Explore Mekong Riverside

Relax with a gentle walk along the Mekong Riverbank, ideal for sunset views and soaking up local atmosphere.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Makphet Restaurant

Enjoy authentic Laotian cuisine in a social enterprise restaurant serving traditional dishes with local flavours. Open till 9pm.
LAK 70000, 1h0m
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Day 2: Vientiane Sights

Vientiane, Laos on June 11, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Joma Bakery Café

Start your day with fresh coffee and Western-style or local breakfast pastries at this popular café. Opens from 7am.
LAK 50000, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Pha That Luang

Explore the golden stupa of Laos’ most important national monument, symbolising Buddhist religion and Laotian sovereignty. Open 8am-5pm.
LAK 20000, 1h0m

11:00am

Patuxai Victory Monument

Climb this Arc de Triomphe styled monument with panoramic views of Vientiane. Best visited before noon to avoid crowds.
LAK 10000, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Kualao Restaurant

Sample traditional Lao dishes in an elegant setting, popular for locals and tourists alike. Open 11am-2pm.
LAK 80000, 1h0m

2:00pm

COPE Visitor Centre

Learn about the impact of unexploded ordnance in Laos and ongoing rehabilitation efforts, a unique and moving experience. Open 8am-5pm.
Free, 1h0m

4:00pm

Explore Talat Sao Morning Market

Shop for souvenirs, textiles and handicrafts in this bustling market, ideal for an authentic local market experience.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Tamarind

Dine on refined Lao cuisine with excellent cocktails in a beautiful riverside setting. Reservations recommended. Open till 10pm.
LAK 90000, 1h30m
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Day 3: Transfer to Luang Prabang

Luang Prabang, Laos on June 12, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a hearty breakfast before travel to keep energy up for the day.
Included, 1h0m

8:30am

Flight from Vientiane to Luang Prabang

Catch a short 50-minute domestic flight to the cultural city of Luang Prabang.
LAK 400000, 1h15m

10:30am

Hotel check-in

Settle into a charming hotel like the Maison Dalabua, known for authentic decor and riverside views.
LAK 180000, 1h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Blue Lagoon Restaurant

Tuck into local and fusion cuisine right on the riverbank in a relaxed environment. Open 11am-9pm.
LAK 70000, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Wat Xieng Thong

Explore one of Laos’ most important and beautiful temples, rich with history and intricate mosaics, open 8am-5pm.
LAK 20000, 1h30m

3:30pm

Mount Phousi

Climb the hill in the town centre for panoramic views over Luang Prabang and the Mekong River; ideal around late afternoon.
LAK 20000, 1h0m

6:00pm

Explore Luang Prabang Night Market

Browse handicrafts and souvenirs in one of Southeast Asia’s most well-known night markets, starting at 5pm nightly.
Free, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Tamarind Luang Prabang

Enjoy refined dishes made with local ingredients; famous for its authenticity and dedication to preserving Lao cuisine. Open till 10pm.
LAK 90000, 1h0m
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Day 4: Luang Prabang Culture

Luang Prabang, Laos on June 13, 2025

6:00am

Alms Giving Ceremony

Witness the daily Buddhist alms giving tradition at dawn, a peaceful and respectful cultural experience in the town centre.
Free, 1h0m

8:00am

Breakfast at Le Café Ban Vat Sene

Enjoy French coffee and pastries at this café which opens early from 7am.
LAK 50000, 1h0m

9:30am

Royal Palace Museum

Visit the former royal residence with historical artifacts and insights into Lao royalty, open 8am-5pm.
LAK 30000, 1h0m

11:00am

Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham

Visit this ornately decorated and important Buddhist temple, just a short walk from the palace.
LAK 15000, 45m

12:00pm

Lunch at Bouang

Sample modern Lao cuisine in a stylish setting that blends tradition and innovation. Open 11am-2:30pm.
LAK 80000, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre

Learn about the diverse ethnic groups of Laos through exhibits and artefacts; open 9am-5pm.
LAK 30000, 1h30m

4:00pm

Relax by the Nam Khan River

Enjoy peaceful riverside views or a short boat ride to soak up local life and scenery.
Free or boat fare approx LAK 50000, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at L'Elephant Restaurant

Indulge in fine dining with French and Lao fusion dishes in a charming colonial setting. Open till 9:30pm.
LAK 100000, 1h0m
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Day 5: Kuang Si Falls & Departure

Luang Prabang, Laos on June 14, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with breakfast before heading out to the waterfalls.
Included, 1h0m

8:00am

Visit Kuang Si Falls

Spend the morning at this stunning multi-tier waterfall with turquoise pools perfect for swimming; park opens 8am-5pm. Entry fee applies.
LAK 20000, 3h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Kuang Si Waterfall café

Enjoy light Lao snacks and refreshments at the café near the waterfalls before heading back to the city.
LAK 40000, 1h0m

2:00pm

Return to hotel for check-out

Prepare for departure and transfer to airport.
LAK 30000, 1h0m

4:00pm

Flight from Luang Prabang to Bengaluru via Vientiane

Catch connecting flights back to Bengaluru.
Approx. INR 20000-30000, 7h0m
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