Laos

Laos Travel Guide

Boxed in by China, Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam, Laos is geographically divided into three regions, each with its chief city: northern Laos and Luang Prabang, central Laos and Vientiane, southern Laos and Pakse. About 90% of Laos is mountainous, so once you leave Vientiane, Luang Prabang, and the southern lowlands, you're in true off-the-beaten-track territory. Luang Prabang is the best base for single or multiday trekking, biking, and river-rafting expeditions.

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When to Go
Getting Here & Around

Border Crossings
Money Matters
Health & Safety

Places to Explore

Ban Muang Ngoi
Champasak
Luang Nam Tha
Luang Prabang
Muang Sing
Pakse
Phongsaly

Plain of Jars
River Journey to Huay Xai
Si Phan Don
South Along the Mekong
Vang Vieng
Vientiane

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