The Laotian capital, Vientiane was the first place we had seen in Laos which resembled a Western city (ignoring the tuk tuks and mopeds that made every traffic light look like a Moto GP starting grid). We planned only a short stay to see the highlights before travelling onwards to Vietnam, but unfortunately for the first time on our trip, things didn’t quite go according to plan, as we faced Coronavirus challenges on our way out.
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Vang Vieng
The view as we arrived into Vang Vieng really set the scene for the area. Four hours in a mini van across a bumpy, winding mountain pass from Luang Prabang didn’t make for the most pleasant ride. But the scene when we finally made it to our riverside hotel really blew us away. Laos might be landlocked, but that doesn’t mean you won’t find any of South East Asia’s famous limestone formations in the region.
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Luang Prabang
Arriving into Laos, for the first time since our trip began we had the luxury of time. After a jam packed itinerary in Thailand, we’d set aside a full 4 days to recuperate in Luang Prabang: more than enough time to see this small city. Afternoon naps were back on the cards!
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