World Explorer🇱🇦 Laos travel guide
Land of a million elephants — Buddhist temples, French colonial charm, and the mighty Mekong River.
Explore Laos on the 3D globe- Capital
- Vientiane
- Continent
- Asia
- Population
- 7.4M
- Languages
- Lao
- Currency
- Lao Kip ₭
- Time zone
- UTC+7 (ICT)
- Area
- 236,800 km²
Top places to visit in Laos
- 🕍 Luang Prabang temples
- 💧 Kuang Si Falls
- 🏞️ Plain of Jars
- 🌿 Vang Vieng karsts
- 🛶 Mekong River cruises
- 🐘 Elephant Village sanctuary
5-day Laos itinerary
Day 1: Luang Prabang arrival
Mount Phousi sunset, night market, Mekong views.
Day 2: Kuang Si Falls
Turquoise waterfall pools, bear rescue centre.
Day 3: Vang Vieng
Karst mountain tubing, blue lagoons, caves.
Day 4: Plain of Jars
Mysterious stone jars from 2000 years ago.
Day 5: Departure
Last laap meat salad, silk scarf souvenir.
How much does it cost to travel in Laos?
| Travel style | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Budget | $25/day |
| Mid-range | $60/day |
| Luxury | $150/day |
| Round-trip flight | $700 |
Rough estimates in US dollars. Prices vary by season and departure city.
Useful phrases for Laos
| English | Local | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Hello | ສະບາຍດີ (Sabaidee) | Sabaidee |
| Thank you | ຂອບໃຈ (Khob chai) | Khob chai |
| Goodbye | ລາກ່ອນ (La gon) | La gon |
| How much? | ລາຄາເທົ່າໃດ? | Lakha thaodai? |
What Laos is known for
A strong choice if you enjoy food, nature, culture and history.
Laos travel FAQ
How much does a trip to Laos cost per day?
Our estimate is around $25/day on a budget, $60/day mid-range and $150/day for luxury travel, not including international flights.
How many days do you need in Laos?
This guide's route covers 5 days: Luang Prabang arrival, Kuang Si Falls, Vang Vieng, Plain of Jars and Departure.
What are the top things to see in Laos?
Highlights include Luang Prabang temples, Kuang Si Falls, Plain of Jars and Vang Vieng karsts.
What language and currency are used in Laos?
Languages: Lao. Currency: Lao Kip ₭.
Check your government's travel advice and entry requirements before you book.