Trips to Laos
why travel solo to laos?
What's The Weather Like?
Laos has a tropical monsoon climate with a prominent rainy season from May through to October. The average summer temperature in Laos is 34C (93F) and the average winter temperature is 28C (82F).
Top Three Experiences
1. Explore the history-steeped city of Luang Prabang
2. Float past peaceful bankside villages of the Mekong
3. Tap into the local food scene
Top five dishes to try
1. Khao Piak Sen – Laos chicken noodle soup
2. Tam Mak Hoong – green papaya salad
3. Mok Pa – steamed fish in banana leaves
4. Naem Khao Tod – deep-fried spiced rice balls mixed with pork and salad
5. Larb – meat salad with fresh herbs and spices
TOP PLACES TO VISIT IN LAOS
THE MEKONG RIVER
One of the great rivers of Asia, the Mekong stretches over 2,700 miles through six countries: Burma, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and China. In Laos’ portion, you can float along the serene, winding river by boat, passing misty mountains and quiet villages for a snapshot of local life.
PAK OU
The village of Pak Ou – located where the Mekong and Nam Ou rivers meet – is known for its two limestone caves, Tham Ting and Tham Phun, which contain thousands of gilded Buddha statues. On the way to Pak Ou, you can also stop at Ban Xang (Whisky Village) – renowned for its national rice whisky.
LUANG PRABANG
The former capital of Laos is well known for its Buddhist temples and monasteries there are 33 gilded wats in total, sacred to the city’s sashaying, saffron-swathed monks. Former French villas have been turned into boutique hotels and trails and trekking opportunities await in the city’s rural hinterland.
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