What to see, what to do Laos?
The 10 good reasons to go Laos
The notion of space
The country is the least populated in Southeast Asia and offers great opportunities for discovery
A perfume of adventure
Trekking, kayaking, canyoning, rafting, climbing... You won't be bored for a second!
A cultural mosaic
The national culture is made up of contributions from different ethnic groups (49 officially ).
Calm and relaxation
Laos is a true haven of peace, far from the urban hustle and bustle, ideal for recharging one's batteries
An omnipresent nature
Tropical forests, spectacular karst peaks and preserved biodiversity.
Splendid Mekong
Discovering this mythical river during a cruise is the dream of a lifetime
Luang Prabang
The cultural capital of the country has an irresistible charm and bewitching temples.
Wild Elephants
The country's emblematic animal can still be observed in its natural habitat
An authentic welcome
The Lao people are quite reserved by nature, but welcome you with warmth and sincerity.
A total change of scenery
Buddhist religion, age-old traditions, exotic landscapes, and unique gastronomy.
What to visit Laos?
Interview: My Laos
by Charles LEGLISE, manager at Tangor
Motivated by a passion for the arts of the table, Charles obtained his diplomas in management specialising in the hotel business. While this path has taken him to different parts of the globe, his dream has always been to flourish in Asia. It is quite naturally that he seized the opportunity to work at Tangor, one of the best restaurants in Luang Prabang. He shares with us his good tips on Laos
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See the video of the interviewGood to know to visit Laos
Timetable
Temples are generally open from dawn to dusk, except for some historical temples. Museums are mostly open between 9am and 5pm with a weekly closing day, sometimes two. Some places have extended hours on weekends and during school holidays.
To be booked
Reservations are rarely necessary, except for some guided tours, treks in national parks, workshops and various courses. We systematically inform him if this is the case.
Main events
Laos has several public holidays. Buddhist holidays are aligned with the lunar calendar.
January 1st. New Year's Day.
20th January. Commemoration of the founding of the Lao People's Army on January 20, 1949, the first step towards the independence of Laos.
February. Boun Khao Chi. Commemorates the sermon of Buddha's Makha Bucha
March 8th. International Women's Rights Day
April 14 to 16: Lao Pi Mai. The traditional Laotian New Year's Day.
May 1st. National Labour Day.
May. Visakha Bousa (at full moon). Celebrates the birth, awakening and entry into Buddha's nirvana.
July. Khao Phansa, first day of Buddhist Lent.
July 19th. Lao People's Democratic Republic Independence Day
July 20th. Lao Women's Day
13 August. Free Laos Day
December 2nd. Lao national holiday
Guided tours
Guided tours are mandatory in some national protected areas and elephant rehabilitation centres, where the presence of a guide is essential. The rest of the time, you can visit the cities or sites as you wish, but the explanations of a qualified guide will often help you to understand the culture and subtleties of a place (city, museum, monument).
Smokers
Unlike Thailand, smoking is allowed in all open places in Laos. It is of course forbidden in closed places (restaurants, hotels, shopping malls, etc.). Smoking can sometimes be uncomfortable on some café or restaurant terraces. Common sense and cordiality prevail. Avoid smoking in the first place if you are invited to a Lao family, wait and see how your hosts behave.
