8 Days • 7 Nights
Laos Honeymoon: Luang Prabang & the Mekong
Tour Includes
About the Trip
You'll wake to the dawn alms-giving, explore the town's gilded temples and climb Mount Phousi for sunset, swim beneath the turquoise Kuang Si Falls, and drift down the Mekong on a private sunset cruise, before retreating to a riverside sanctuary for spa rituals and candle-lit dinners. It is romance at Laos's unhurried pace.
With romantic hotels, a private cruise and thoughtful touches arranged, it is an idyllic and memorable start to married life.
Trip Highlights
- Enchanting Luang Prabang and its gilded temples
- The dawn alms-giving procession
- Sunset from Mount Phousi over the Mekong
- The turquoise Kuang Si Falls
- A private Mekong sunset cruise
- A riverside or jungle spa retreat
- Candle-lit Lao dinners
- A private guide throughout
Day by Day
A detailed day-by-day plan for this 8-day journey.
Arrive in the enchanting old royal capital and settle in, with a romantic welcome dinner of Lao flavours.
The dawn alms-giving, Wat Xieng Thong and the royal temples, and a romantic sunset from Mount Phousi over the Mekong.
A day at the turquoise Kuang Si Falls, swimming in the tiered pools, with a village and a picnic lunch for two.
A relaxed morning in town, then a private sunset cruise on the Mekong with sparkling wine as the sun sinks behind the hills.
Transfer to a serene riverside or jungle retreat outside town, settling into your villa with the sounds of the forest and a candle-lit dinner.
A day of pure relaxation — a couples' spa ritual, a river swim or a gentle walk, at your own unhurried pace.
A final free day at the retreat — kayaking, cycling the villages or simply your villa and the river.
A final breakfast before your transfer to Luang Prabang airport.
Where You Will Travel
What's inside the package?
Inclusions
- Private airport transfers and a private guide
- 4 nights in a boutique Luang Prabang hotel, 3 nights at a riverside or jungle retreat
- Daily breakfast, a romantic welcome dinner, a Mekong cruise lunch and a candle-lit dinner
- A Luang Prabang city tour with Wat Xieng Thong and Mount Phousi
- The Kuang Si Falls and a private Mekong sunset cruise
- A couples' spa experience at the retreat
- All entrance fees per the itinerary
Exclusions
- International airfare to and from Laos
- Laos visa fees (visa on arrival or eVisa)
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions
- Drinks unless specifically stated
- Optional excursions and experiences
- Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions
Know when to go.
- Visa: Most nationalities can obtain a visa on arrival or an eVisa for Laos; check your passport's eligibility. Your passport should be valid at least six months with a blank page
- Currency: The currency is the Lao Kip. Cash is king outside the main towns, and while US dollars and Thai baht are sometimes accepted, carry kip for markets, temples and rural areas — ATMs are limited
- Best season: The cool, dry season from November to February is ideal; March to May is hot and can be hazy from farming fires, and June to October brings the green monsoon
- The pace of Laos: Laos is famously laid-back and unhurried — embrace 'bor pen nyang' (no worries) and the gentle rhythm, which is part of its charm
- The alms-giving: In Luang Prabang, monks collect alms at dawn in a moving ritual. Observe quietly and respectfully from a distance, or participate sensitively with your guide's advice — never intrude
- Temple etiquette: Cover your shoulders and knees and remove your shoes at temples. Women should never touch a monk, and always lower yourself below monks and Buddha images
- Getting around: Mountain roads are winding and slow, so some legs use short domestic flights or scenic river boats, all arranged for you
- UXO awareness: Parts of Laos still hold unexploded ordnance from past conflict, so always stay on marked paths and trails, especially around the Plain of Jars
- Health: Drink bottled or filtered water, use mosquito repellent, and enjoy freshly cooked food. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended
- Connectivity & power: A local SIM is cheap but signal can be patchy in remote areas — a welcome excuse to slow down. Power is 230V with type A/B/C plugs, so bring an adapter
Frequently Asked Questions
What meals are included?
Daily breakfast is included throughout, along with a welcome dinner and the specific meals named in the itinerary, such as a Mekong cruise lunch. Other meals are left free so you can enjoy Laos's fragrant, French-influenced cuisine.
Are transfers and touring private?
Yes — you travel with your own licensed guide and private driver (or boat on the Mekong), so everything is arranged for you.
Do I need a visa for Laos?
Most visitors can get a visa on arrival or an eVisa. We guide you to the requirements for your nationality before you travel.
When is the best time to visit?
November to February is the cool, dry and most comfortable season. March to May is hot and sometimes hazy, and June to October is the lush, quieter green season.
What is the alms-giving ceremony?
At dawn in Luang Prabang, hundreds of monks walk the streets to collect alms of rice from kneeling locals. It is a moving, sacred ritual best observed quietly and respectfully, or joined sensitively with your guide's advice.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Absolutely. Durations, towns, hotels and experiences can all be tailored, and we can add a Mekong cruise, the 4000 Islands, Vang Vieng or trekking. Just tell us what you have in mind.
How do we travel around Laos?
By a mix of short domestic flights, private cars and scenic river boats, all included and arranged, with a private guide in each region.
Is Laos a good honeymoon choice?
Beautifully so, for couples who want somewhere gentle, romantic and off the beaten track — golden temples, private river cruises and serene retreats, without the crowds. We can add romantic touches on request.
Can you arrange a luxury retreat?
Yes — Luang Prabang has some exquisite boutique and riverside luxury retreats, and we can tailor your stay to the most romantic and secluded properties.
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