Laos to Thailand: Night Markets & Mekong Cruising
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Laos to Thailand: Night Markets & Mekong Cruising
Use code BONUS10 to get an extra 10% off all tours — for a limited time only. T&Cs apply
11 days
Small Group
Basic
Light
English
Experience Overview
Now's the time to explore Laos and Thailand on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers.
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Mekong River Homestay & Traditional Performance, Muang Pakbèng Your 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 Your Discover Moment: Chiang Mai Your Big Night Out Moment: Bangkok
- Guided hike in Vang Vieng
- Slow boat up the Mekong
- Orientation walk, Wat Phousi sunset hike, Kuang Si Waterfalls excursion and street food crawl in Luang Prabang
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Simple hotels (twin-share) (6 nts) and (multi-share) (2 nts), sleeper train (1 nt), homestay (1 nt).
- 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Transport
- Sleeper train, local bus, air-conditioned bus, songthaew, slow boat, walking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Highlights
- Hike the limestone karsts of Vang Vieng
- Cool off in Luang Prabang with a sunset hike to Wat Phousi and visit to Kuang Si Waterfalls
- Travel up the Mekong River
- Enjoy a homestay in a local village
- Explore Chiang Mai
- Enjoy bustling Bangkok.
Trip Details
11 days
Sleeper train, local bus, air-conditioned bus, songthaew, slow boat, walking.
English
Vientiane, Laos
Bangkok, Thailand
Basic
18 - 39 Year Olds Only, Budget
Light
Itinerary
Day 1: Vientiane
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.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - 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.Activity - Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.Accommodation - Vientiane Garden Boutique Hotel
Day 2: Vientiane/Vang Vieng
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Set off on a guided hike to Pha Ngeun, the highest viewpoint in Vang Vieng. Enjoy beautiful views of the valley below, surrounded by rice paddies.Activity - Follow your CEO to the best bar in town to celebrate new adventures with newfound friends. Enjoy a night out and immerse yourself in the Vang Vieng nightlife. Try your hand at some games, enjoy the music, and dance the night away.Accommodation - Thavisouk Riverside Hotel
Day 3: Vang Vieng
Pre-book the "Vang Vieng Adrenaline Bundle" on the checkout page ahead of time to include this excitement on your tour.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Set off and explore the beautiful Vang Vieng area, or relax to your heart's content.Accommodation - Thavisouk Riverside Hotel
Day 4: Vang Vieng/Luang Prabang
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Watch the sunset from Luang Prabang's number one hilltop temple, Wat Phousi, with a 360-degree view of the city and Mekong River.Transport - Get to your next destination faster than the speed of light (ok maybe not that fast) aboard a high-speed train.Activity - Bring your appetite and your wallet. The CEO will bring the group to the best spots to eat and teach everyone about the local street food. Yum!Activity - Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.Accommodation - Flora by Sanakeo Hotel
Day 5: Luang Prabang
Traditional Laotian culture involves giving daily alms to monks. Monks are only allowed to eat food which has been donated to them before noon. Should you rise early, you'll get to watch one of the most important religious ceremonies in Laos.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Journey to this magnificent tiered waterfall, where relaxing is highly recommended. Opt for a dip in the turquoise waters and explore multiple picture-perfect pools, framed by the jungle landscape.Free_time - From witnessing the giving of alms in town to exploring the countryside, Luang Prabang has something for everyone. Get out and explore!Accommodation - Flora by Sanakeo Hotel
Day 6: Luang Prabang/Pak Beng
Meals included: Breakfast,Dinner
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Enjoy the ride down the Mekong River on our private boat (it’s pretty comfortable and spacious, and there’s a toilet on board). Have some fruit, tea, and coffee (free of charge); water and soft drinks are available for purchase.Activity - G Adventures and the Planeterra Foundation have worked with two communities in the Mekong River to help develop their homestay programs, providing a unique cultural experience for travellers and the local community. Here you have the chance to stay overnight in a Mekong village to get a glimpse into rural daily life. Enjoy dinner with your hosts. Experience a traditional Khamu Cultural Performance, and enjoy the chance to dance with the locals.Accommodation - Ban Huay Thum Homestay
Day 7: Pak Beng/Chiang Khong
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Enjoy the ride down the Mekong on our private boat (it’s pretty comfortable and spacious, and there’s a toilet on board). Have some fruit, tea, and coffee (free of charge); water and soft drinks are available for purchase.Activity - Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.Accommodation - Namkhong Guesthouse
Day 8: Chiang Khong/Chiang Mai
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Get out and explore this bustling city in northern Thailand.Accommodation - Chiang Mai Gate Hotel
Day 9: Chiang Mai/Bangkok
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Get out and explore this bustling city in northern Thailand.Transport - Experience overnight travel like a local. Sit back and get some well-earned (and likely much-needed) rest en route to your next stop.
Day 10: Bangkok
Exclusive inclusions: Free_time - Bangkok has so much to offer its visitors. Get out and explore!Activity - Whether it’s a pub crawl, drink specials or a bonfire on the beach, celebrate late into the night with your new best friends.Accommodation - New Siam 2
Day 11: Bangkok
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We will do our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling.
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $1399
Duration: 11 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
Now's the time to explore Laos and Thailand on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 09 Apr 2026
Customer Reviews
12/30/2023
Nak our tour guide was amazing
12/23/2023
I already do recommend friends
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
12/30/2023
Nak our tour guide was amazing
12/23/2023
I already do recommend friends
12/18/2023
The experience offered access to activities and experiences that I wouldn't have found without, as a solo traveler starting my journey this helped ease me into a travelling lifestyle. As well as this, the G Adventures family welcomed me and ensured my happiness and safety.
12/06/2023
there was a lot of travel and would of prefered to stay in places longer but overall it was good and organised.
12/06/2023
The experiences where incredible and very eye opening, and my CEO was outstanding, making every moment worth while
12/06/2023
Everything is convenient and tour managers go out of the way for you
12/06/2023
Our tour guide Minea was absolutely amazing!! Made the whole experience so worthwhile because of her natural wit and encouragement for us to explore. I'm very appreciative of the experience and very thankful for Minea.
11/29/2023
Optional extras were expensive, the tour felt rushed and tour guide wasn't overly involved
11/27/2023
The CEO made everything so easy and gave excellent advice which really enhanced our experience. She took great care of us, even ensuring that we could always source gluten free food as my husband is coeliac.
11/24/2023
11/22/2023
I've traveled a lot with G Adventures and have always had great experiences!
11/13/2023
i love it to travel with other people there also love travels ,) thats perfekt for connection and everything is organized. Somethime I wish me more flexibility
11/13/2023
Well organised with plenty of sight seeing and activities to do.
11/13/2023
I had a really good time with a nice Guide and cool other people. Saw (Guide) made it really easy to connect and it was just a nice atmosphere
11/13/2023
Laos was exceptionally good and our CEO did a very good job.
11/08/2023
I had an amazing experience during my tour
10/30/2023
I didn't liked the tour.
10/29/2023
it's a great way to travel to less touristic countries and to just enjoy the traveling without having to organise everything yourself
10/04/2023
Everything went smooth from the booking until the start and throughout the whole journey it was amazing!
10/02/2023
Great amount of physical activities. Bamboo the guide was the best guide I have ever had, willing to go the extra mile and always available to help Only thing preventing me from giving it a 10 is the Homestay which was extremely basic and uncomfortable
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