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Southern Laos: 4,000 Islands & Bolaven Plateau

1N Pakse • 1N Bolaven Plateau • 1N Champasak • 2N Don Khon
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Tour overview

Laid-back southern Laos in 5 Nights / 6 Days: coffee plantations and waterfalls on the cool Bolaven Plateau, the pre-Angkorian temple of Wat Phou (UNESCO) and lazy days among the river islands of Si Phan Don, where the Mekong breaks into countless channels and the mighty Khone Phapheng falls.

  • Waterfalls and coffee farms of the Bolaven Plateau
  • Wat Phou temple complex, UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Cycling around Don Det and Don Khon islands
  • Khone Phapheng, the largest waterfall in South-East Asia by volume
  • Sunset boat trip on the Mekong

Day-by-day itinerary

Pakse

Day 01 · Arrival in Pakse

Airport pick-up and a short tour of Pakse, including Wat Luang and the morning market.

Meals:Arrival Mocktail Overnight: Pakse
Bolaven Plateau

Day 02 · Bolaven Plateau Waterfalls & Coffee

Drive up to the cool plateau to see Tad Fane, Tad Yuang and Tad Champee waterfalls, and visit a family coffee farm with tasting.

Meals:BreakfastLunch Overnight: Bolaven Plateau
Champasak

Day 03 · Wat Phou & Champasak

Descend to Champasak and explore Wat Phou, a temple complex older than Angkor Wat, set against the mountain. Evening in the quiet riverside town.

Meals:BreakfastLunch Overnight: Champasak
Don Khon

Day 04 · To the 4,000 Islands

Drive south and take a boat to Don Khon. Afternoon cycling along the old French railway and to the Li Phi (Somphamit) falls.

Meals:BreakfastLunch Overnight: Don Khon
Don Khon

Day 05 · Khone Phapheng & Sunset Cruise

Visit the thundering Khone Phapheng falls, then relax in a hammock before a sunset boat trip among the islands.

Meals:BreakfastLunchDinner Overnight: Don Khon
Departure day

Day 06 · Departure

Boat and road transfer back to Pakse Airport, or continue to the Cambodian border.

Meals:Breakfast

What's included & not included

What's Included

  • Daily breakfast, 4 lunches and 1 dinner
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle and driver
  • English-speaking guide
  • Boat transfers to the islands and sunset boat trip
  • Bicycles on Don Khon
  • All entrance fees in the itinerary
  • Airport pick-up in Pakse

What's Not Included

  • International flights from Europe
  • Visa fees (we advise on the latest rules for your passport)
  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
  • Personal expenses, tips and drinks
  • Anything not mentioned under inclusions

Important info

Accommodation is not included so you can choose between simple riverside bungalows and comfortable resorts — we are happy to add hotels at our contract rates. Easily combined with Cambodia (border crossing to Stung Treng) or with northern Laos by domestic flight.

Guest stories

Travellers who loved this trip

Lucas Bernard
“Eleven days, three regions, zero stress. Paying in euros to a European company gave us real peace of mind.”
Lucas Bernard
Classic Vietnam: North to South, Jan 2026
France
James Whitaker
“Our guide knew exactly when to visit each temple to avoid crowds. Angkor at sunrise was breathtaking.”
James Whitaker
Angkor Temples & Phnom Penh, Feb 2026
United Kingdom
Erik Lindqvist
“Laos was the calm surprise of our Asia trip. The alms ceremony was deeply moving and beautifully explained.”
Erik Lindqvist
Luang Prabang & Kuang Si Discovery, Nov 2025
Sweden
Kadri Saar
“Great value and a lovely driver-guide. We would book Eurasia DMC again for our next Asia holiday.”
Kadri Saar
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Estonia
Thomas Peeters
“India can be overwhelming, but with private drivers and great guides it felt easy and fascinating.”
Thomas Peeters
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Belgium
Before you book

Questions about this package

How do I confirm my booking?

Send us an enquiry or message us on WhatsApp. Your travel consultant will share the final itinerary, payment details and confirmation voucher.

Can packages be customised for families or groups?

Yes. Every itinerary can be adjusted to your flight times, pace, budget and hotel preferences — or built from scratch.

What is your cancellation policy?

Cancellations made 7 days before travel receive a full refund minus administrative fees and any non-refundable supplier costs. Full details are on our Refund & Cancellation Policy page.

Are international flights included?

International flights from Europe are not included by default, but we are happy to advise on the best routes.

What is included in the package price?

Each package lists exactly what's included and excluded. Typically hotels, breakfast, transfers, guided sightseeing and entrance fees are included.

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