Southern Laos: 4,000 Islands & Bolaven Plateau
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
PakseDay 01 · Arrival in Pakse
Day 01 · Arrival in Pakse
Airport pick-up and a short tour of Pakse, including Wat Luang and the morning market.
Bolaven PlateauDay 02 · Bolaven Plateau Waterfalls & Coffee
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.
ChampasakDay 03 · Wat Phou & 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.
Don KhonDay 04 · To the 4,000 Islands
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.
Don KhonDay 05 · Khone Phapheng & Sunset Cruise
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.
Departure dayDay 06 · Departure
Day 06 · Departure
Boat and road transfer back to Pakse Airport, or continue to the Cambodian border.
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.
Travellers who loved this trip
“Eleven days, three regions, zero stress. Paying in euros to a European company gave us real peace of mind.”
“Our guide knew exactly when to visit each temple to avoid crowds. Angkor at sunrise was breathtaking.”
“Laos was the calm surprise of our Asia trip. The alms ceremony was deeply moving and beautifully explained.”
“Great value and a lovely driver-guide. We would book Eurasia DMC again for our next Asia holiday.”
“India can be overwhelming, but with private drivers and great guides it felt easy and fascinating.”
Questions about this package
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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.