Laos · HALF-DAY
A Laos trip runs out of days before it runs out of ideas. These 7 half-day tours make the cut, compared on price, pace and what each one actually includes.
Half-day Vientiane tour to Patuxai, That Luang, Buddha Park, and That Dam. English guide, pickup in Chanthabuly, culture and views.
“The guide Souk was brilliant. He's knowledge was fantastic and every question ask by myself or others was answered comprehensively. Souk had a real passion and love for the tour.”
Half-day Vang Vieng zip lining over the Nam Song river forest, plus an optional Tham Nam None cave tube visit, transfers included.
“Would not recommend this tour if you are a solo traveller. I was under the impression that I would be put with a small group, however that was not the case. When I asked if I would be with other people during the activity’s, they said yes, which was not the case at all. The ‘guide’ was not a tour guide at all and did not speak to me instead just pointed to the next activity and I followed him. If you are with a bigger group this could be a fun activity as long as you don’t rely on the guide. Considering I was the only one to be…”
Vientiane half-day tour with hotel pickup: Wat Sisaket, Patuxay, That Luang and COPE, then Mekong views in small group.
“Excellent tour! The tour guide was very experienced, great knowledge and good explanations. Both the guide and the driver, treat you with respect, watch for your safety and run the extra mile to help you and make your day and experience better.”
Half-day Katu backstrap loom weaving in Luang Prabang for up to 4. Make a strap or belt, learn patterns, and leave with your piece.
“I had a wonderful time learning how to weave with the backstrap loom. It was an insightful and meditative process. I will truly treasure the experience.”
Half-day bike tour in Vientiane along the Mekong, with Wat Si Saket, Ho Phrakeo, That Luang and Lao textiles. Pickup included.
“This was an excellent tour! I was lucky because it was the low season, so I was the only one on the tour. My guide, Vient, was awesome. He had so much interesting information about all of the sites that we saw. The bike was really nice as well. I highly recommend this tour if you are visiting Vientiane.”
Private half-day tour of Luang Prabang temples and Royal Palace Museum, with hotel pickup, entrance fees, and a personal guide for $111.
“Our guide Son Xay was very good and knowledgeable. Had a good command over English and explained everything in detail. His itinerary was different to what we had. Bit he was accommodating and included everything that we wanted to see. Most importantly he kept us hydrated and offered to carry our water. Would recommend him for this trip.”
Flexible half-day Vientiane tour with a local guide, EV or minivan transport, and up to 4 hours of temple, monument, and Mekong stops.
“Good, flexible tour. Very helpful guide, but a bit short on explanations.”
Every kind of Lao day out, and the best of each.
