2024 Vang Vieng Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in October)

Laos Free & Easy | Triple City Tour, 9 Days 8 Nights Itinerary~

| Triple City Tour, 9 Days 8 Nights Itinerary~. I've finally arrived at the other side of the Anywhere Door - Laos! 🔶🔶🔶Laos seems to be the country with the least presence, known to me as one of the poorest countries in the world. However, I believe that every city has its unique scenery and cultural charm, worthy of exploration. 👣👣👣Itinerary: D1: Kunming--Mohan D2: Mohan--Boten--Vientiane D3: Vientiane (Wat Si Saket, That Luang, Patuxai, Mekong River Night Market) D4: Vientiane minivan--Vang Vieng (Blue Lagoon, Nam Song River Tubing, Vang Vieng Bar Street) D5: Vang Vieng--Luang Prabang (Mekong River Sunset, Night Market) D6: Luang Prabang (Morning Alms Giving, Morning Market, Kuang Si Falls) D7: Luang Prabang (Amantaka--Wat Xieng Thong--French Old Bridge) D8: Luang Prabang (Phou Si Hill, Royal Palace, Old Town Stroll) D9: Luang Prabang--Boten--Mohan--Xishuangbanna 🌟🌟🌟Must-do in Luang Prabang: The ancient city of Luang Prabang, with its thousand-year history, Kuang Si Falls, Mekong River Sunset, Monk Alms Giving, Old Town Stroll. You can also stay in the mountains, find a resort to relax for a few days (Amantaka, Rosewood, and other resorts)~ 🌟🌟🌟Must-experience in Vang Vieng: The pristine nature of Vang Vieng, if you like the outdoors, you can stay a few more days. Kayaking, tubing, cave exploration, hot air ballooning, and the lagoon are just some of the many activities available, and they are very cost-effective~ 🌟🌟🌟Must-see in Vientiane: The capital Vientiane, a hidden Buddhist realm. If you have time, you can go and see, mainly the Patuxai and a few temples. Vientiane also has overland access to Thailand's Lamang~ 🚝Transportation: The entire journey can be done by high-speed train. I took a minivan from Vientiane to Vang Vieng, which was picked up and dropped off at the hotel, making it more convenient.

VangVieng Top view hotel

#timetotravel Address - Vieng kheow Village, VangVieng District, Vientiane province, Laos. Ambiance/Facilities - Highlight hotel buildings, great view of the VangVieng city and green mountains. The room was beautiful decorated by comfortable sofas and good facilities of hot shower and swimming pool. Highlights - Swimming pool and green views. Avg. Price per Person - 35 to 50$ Rating - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #vangvieng

S VangVieng boutique hotel

#timetotravel Address - Road number 13 North, VangVieng district, Vientiane province, Laos. Ambiance/Facilities - my family and I have a great experience in this New open hotel, it is very new and modern hotel in a convenient location, friendly staff, comfortable room and great bathroom. Highlights - New and comfortable beds. Rating - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #timetotravel #vangvieng #staycation

Sip and Chill Bar

#timetotravel Address - 7th floor of S VangVieng boutique hotel, Road number 13 North, Vangvieng, Vientiane province, Laos. Ambiance/Facilities - Classic and vibrant atmosphere, rooftop bar with a great views of VangVieng city. a lot of collections of drinks such as cocktails, Beer and whisky. it is really of a nice place to meet new friends. Highlights - Any Cocktail🍹 Avg. Price per Person - Reasonable price Rating - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #rooftopbar #vangvieng

A Morning Motorbike tour at Vang Vieng

You can enjoy spectacular natural sceneries at Vang Vieng in Laos. I recommend you to depart early in the morning and just drive around nearby villages. There are many viewpoints where you can stop to enjoy the view. The roads are new and good, just a pleasure to drive. There are many bike rentals at Vang Vien, the price is very reasonable, about 15-20 $ per day. Great place for solo bike experience. #laos

Incredible Laos

Do you know that the cheapest hot air baloon ride is in Laos? Vang vieng offers great natures and less hectic option than Vientiene. Amazing places with varieties of foods to try. From blue lagoon, night market, riding boat across the Nam Song river are definitely a very nice experience that you should try and most importantly, at affordable price! Do checkout these hidden spot when you are in Laos!

The beautiful Vang Vieng

we travled to vang vieng from vientiane on the new toll road on public mini van at a cost off 110000 kip, and it took an hour and half to get there. There is lots to do we did kayaking down the Nam Xong river. We went tubing through the angel cave. We spent an afternoon at blue lagoon number one. We climbed up to the Tham Chang cave it cost 5000 kip to cross the Orange bridge to get to the cave entrance and then another 15000 kip entrance fee to the cave

PM rooftop

This restaurant is located at the highest floor of the building. This building provides both restaurant and the room for rent (hotel). There are many Laos dishes. Some of their menu are similar to Thai dishes. There is a swimming pool and there is a wind over there because it is rooftop. Moreover, you can ask them for Karaoke to sing because they normally open the songs for you to enjoy your dinner. #laos #vangvieng #restuarant

Amari Vang Vieng hotel

Amari hotel at Vang Vieng, Laos is located at the center of Vang Vieng. If you stay in this hotel, it is easy for to to walk to night market. It takes like 5 mins. Also, hotel provides many facilities such as swimming pool , meeting room and so on. There are two main views for you to choose. Firstly, your room will face with the mountain and you can see the natural view. Secondly, your room will face with city and you can see the market as well.

Viengtara Vangvieng resort

Address - Vang Vieng, vineyard, laos. Ambiance/Facilities - Beautiful and relaxing atmosphere of the natural resort, comfortable room, clean bathroom and great pool overlooking the landscape and rice fields. Highlights - Nice and clean bathroom, comfortable bed, fresh and good airflow. Avg. Price 100$ per room #newyearadventure #Vangvieng Rating -

Simon Riverside hotel

Address - Vang Vieng, Vientiane, laos. Ambiance/Facilities - New brand hotel, Great views of Nam Song river, comfortable room, great swimming pool with surrounded of nature landscapes. Highlights - Deluxe double room, Nice pool and great atmosphere. Avg. Price per Person - 45 to 70 USD per night per room. Rating - 🌟🌟🌟 #newyearadventure #Vangvieng

Amari Vang Vieng hotel

Address - Somg River Road, Sawang Village, Vang Vieng, Vientiane, laos. Ambiance/Facilities - Great Song River views, amazing landscapes views, large and comfortable room with beautiful swimming pool Highlights - Comfortable deluxe double room, great swimming pool and river views. Avg. Price per Person - 65 USD Rating - 🌟🌟🌟🌟 #newyearadventure

The Golden Temple

One of the must visit places in Laos, very ancient and authentic temple to must visit and enjoy the exercise plus the view when the sun is down is absolutely stunning and beautiful #yearofrabbit #newyearadventure

Laos Travel Guide | Watch the sunrise from the world's cheapest hot air balloon ride!

In my life's checklist, there is one item: ✅Definitely have to take a hot air balloon ride to see a sunrise. Once I was discouraged by the price of two or three thousand in Bagan, Myanmar, and I couldn't bear the price of two or three hundred US dollars in Turkey. In Laos, there is actually the "cheapest hot air balloon in the world", and the scenery is not inferior at all! This guide summarizes all the key points of riding a hot air balloon in Laos, and solves all your doubts in one article~ · ⚠️All pictures and texts are original, any form of reproduction is prohibited. This is a rabbit that has traveled through 130+ cities in China and 13 countries. Reliable travel tips, authentic cuisine, recommended accommodations, and off-the-beaten-path routes to share with friends. · 1⃣️Where can I ride a hot air balloon in Laos? Laos has three main tourist cities: Luang Prabang (for comfortable vacations), Vang Vieng (for outdoor adventures), and Vientiane (the capital city separated from Thailand by a river). Hot air balloons are in the outdoor paradise of Vang Vieng. You can take a train from Luang Prabang (about 1 hour) or a minivan from Vientiane (2 hours) for easier access. · 2️⃣️Detailed explanation of hot air balloons There are two hot air balloon companies in Wanrong, one owned by a Chinese boss and the other by a French boss, but local hotels or travel agencies usually refer to them as the big one (French) and the small one (Chinese). ◼️Difference: Chinese companies fly not far from the city of Wanrong, following the Nansong River back to the other end of the city, with the scenery mainly consisting of urban and unique karst mountain views in Wanrong; while French companies take off from even further away, mainly focusing on the karst landscape (the two hot air balloons surrounded by mountains in the distance in picture 6 belong to the French company). ⬛️Time: Sunrise and sunset, pick-up time for sunrise is between 5:50-6:00, takes about 30-40 minutes, and return around 7:20; pick-up time for sunset is usually at 17:00. ◼️How to choose between sunrise and sunset? If you don't like waking up early, of course you can watch the sunset. The sunset also has the evening sun and the evening glow, but I choose sunrise first because of my life's wish, and secondly because you can see the clouds and mist around the sunrise, unexpectedly beautiful~ ◼️How to choose between two companies? It is said that the French company's plane can fly longer, but personally I think the Chinese company has a better cost performance. But no matter which one you choose, both include pick-up and drop-off (from your hotel). · 3️⃣ Balloon prices Wanrong Hotel Youth Hostel has the highest booking price, usually above 110 US dollars (in China) or 130 (in France). The usual quote for outdoor travel shops is $100 (China) and $120 (France). ⚠️Important: But please remember that all shops can bargain! ALL!! The bottom price for hot air balloon in Wanrong is around $80, and transportation is included in the package by the hot air balloon company, not something extra you need to book! So don't be fooled by their talk of including transportation, remember to stick to the price range of $90-95 (the most expensive being $95) when booking. If one doesn't work, let's switch to another! I disagreed with the $95 price I booked, but they agreed when I threatened to leave. However, if paying with RMB or Alipay, it would be equivalent to $100. So I exchanged money with a Chinese person who had US dollars. I suggest everyone carry some US dollars when traveling in Southeast Asia, as they are more widely accepted than RMB. · Creating is not easy, please support more~

beautiful resort with a nice pool

#newyearadventure this is a really nice and well-designed resort! there is a big swimming pool inside and some sunbeds for guests to chill! it located in a really nice neighborhood not too far away from the city Center! the staffs are reall friendly, and the place itself is very clean!our room also had a balcony where we can enjoy the mountain view! I’ll definitely recommended to whoever comes to vang Vieng

Amazing VV walking street

##yearofrabbit Welcome to Vang Vieng walking street with amazing daytime and nighttime activities. During sunrise and sunset time you can see the amazing ballon’s rise over the roofs of the city in-front of the sunset and the big mountains. Furthermore you can get amazing food here which is extremely affordable and delicious. Furthermore there is a nightmarket

VV Roverside Mointainview hotel

##newyearadventure Let me introduce you to the hotel on the riverside with amazing mountain view and with an amazing rooftop to enjoy drinks and food during sunset. The river offers the perfect opportunity for many activities such as kayaking, tipsy tubing or taking a private boat along the river all the way into the natural fjords. The neighborhood is also very beautiful

beautiful hotel with amazing breakfast

#newyearadventure this is one of the best hotels we stayed in Laos so far! I was lucky enough to book a room with a decent price. we have a double room with balcony and breakfast included. the breakfast was open buffet including toasts, fruits and fried rice or fried noodles! the a la crate menu was also really nice. it located in a nice neighborhood not too far away from city Center. we really enjoyed our stay :)

the best viewpoint in Vang Vieng

#yearofrabbit we spent in total 4 nights in this city of Vang Vieng! this is one of the best viewpoint so far and it is also the highest peak of the city I believe. it takes around 3 hours to do the round. we went all the way up to the top viewpoint, the hike was really challenging but the view is totally worth it! there is a little hut on the top where we rested for half an hour! highly recommended

Best hotel in Vang Vieng with poolview

#newyearadventure This is a very nice hotel not only because of the great mountain and pool view but mire important because of the great hotel manager miss spring. She was very helpful and friendly and helped us with booking our activities and transportation to the next city. The room features a balcony and a very big room. The shower is clean and very hot. I definitely recommend

the famous viewpoint with a motorcycle

#newyearadventure this is one of the most famous and beautiful viewpoints in vang vieng! it took us around 20 mins to come up, lots of climbing. it could be pretty challenging for people who are not physically fit yet it was totally worth it! the view is 360 degrees! and there is one motocycle with a Laotian flag! really photogenic. we enjoyed a lot and spent some time chilling up here re

Nam xay viewpoint at Vangvieng Laos

Nam Xay Viewpoint in Vang Vieng is the best spot for one of Laos’s most breathtaking views. From the top, you will get unbeatable views of jagged limestone cliffs, lush forests and rice fields. After a 30 minute intermediate hike, you will reach the top, where you are almost guaranteed peace and quiet, as well as an amazing photo opportunity with a motorbike, which was mysteriously placed there by the locals. But before you start taking photos, catch your breath and relax in the hammock. #laos #viewpoint

Angel cave @VANG VIENG

#2023travelwish This is an angel cave in Vang Vieng, Laos. It takes about 10 minutes (3.8 kms.) from the city center by car. From the parking place, we have to walk across blue bridge to go to the cave (on the banks of Nam Song river). The cave is quite big and easy to walk (lots of spotlights). There are plenty of stalagmites and stalactites, amazing!!!! Not far from the cave, floating by rubber ring through the cave is another interesting activity. 2023 Travel Wish is Machu Picchu.

Kayaking in Song river, Vang Vieng

#2023travelwish Kayaking in the Song river of Vang Vieng, Laos is one of an interesting activity when we come to Vang Vieng. So if we have spare time we can try it. If we are not used to this activity, it’s possible to have a guy who can help at the back. There are many packages that we can decide and buy with the tour operators. Hotel pick up time is 09:00 and lunch is provided. 2023 Travel Wish is Machu Picchu.

Vang Vieng is one of the most breathtaking sightseeing in Laos. Vang Vieng is home to some of the most scenic motorbike routes in Asia! The best way to see all the sights is by driving on one of the many motorbike loops. Pass through beautiful tropical forests, local villages, and dreamy blue lagoons. Keep your eyes peeled for some amazing wildlife; one of the most fun things to do in Vang Vieng. Swim in the dreamlike, turquoise waters of the Vang Vieng lagoons! Follow the signs on the road towards Blue Lagoon 1. This lagoon is easily one of the most popular things to do in Vang Vieng because it is located only a short ride (20 minutes) from town. For this reason, it is best to go as early as possible in the morning. This way you’ll have the lagoon to yourselves for a peaceful swim, and to enjoy the rope swings.#staycation #naturetrail #vangvieng

Hiking Vang Vang Mountain (Lao)

In order to go to the beautiful mountain we have to spend 2-hour clumbing. when we reach the top we met Laos man he is the one that selling a product on the top so if you need water you can buy from him. it is really fresh experience for us as a woman group to go to the top of the mountain. The view would never upset you. Recommend you to go to Vang Vang and never miss the chance to go to the top of the mountain.

Naked Espresso Vangvieng

We have a great time and relaxing holiday in Vangvieng, a city with the fantastic landscapes views, surrounding with amazing naturewonder, and alot of exciting activities, but the food and drinks also can’t miss, So, we got out to try one of coffee shop calls Naked Espresso Vangvieng situated on the heart of city, just in the end of Vangvieng walking street. The shop has a creative decoration, beautiful drawing on the wall, nice atmosphere, coffee is good quality and , nice Aroma, beside the drinks they have offered some sweets and bakeries which is tasty, too. #bucketlistreboot#vangvieng #cafe #foodie

Great cafe in Vang Vieng

Pull mind Cafe The best beverage and GREAT! view you can find from this cafe. Staff was friendly and welcoming. Pull mind is a short walk from the city center. Just a little hot 😂 I ordered a green tea to try. Very refreshing in this hot weather also the cafe has food to choose from as well. If you have a chance to go to Vang Vieng This cafe is a must visit place to try once. Highly recommended! 😀😀😀 #laos #vangvieng #ลาว #วังเวียง

Tham Sang in Vangvieng

#passionpassport Tham Sang( Elephant cave ) is driving 35 to 40 minutes out from Vang Vieng city centre. This cave is one of the smaller caves in Vang Vieng which is noteworthy as it is the home of several images of the Buddha. There is also a spot known as the Footprint of the Buddha which is said to be a sacred place in the cave and the inside of the chamber is covered in stalactites. One of these is said to look like an elephant which is so special for this cave and after which this cave and it will be look more beautiful when more light and will be a be golden colors Open 8:00 am to 5:00pm #passionpassport#vangvieng

Tham Chang Cave

#gooutside Vang Vieng is such an awesome town with plenty of adventurous activities to keep you busy. There is also some incredible nature sightseeing. Than Chag Cave is also in the list. How to get to Tham Jang or Chang Cave: Heading to Vang vieng Resort and then crossing the Nam Song river by the Sturdy suspension bridge, then climbing over 150 steps to the cave. The cave is amazing, it had spreaded over 2 levels with several separate chambers. It is large and beautiful Karst in a different colors. Once you are in the cave, there are one of a good view point where you could look over the fantastic views of rice fields and Song rivers. It is suitable for family with Young kid or a group of friends who love to hangout side #naturelover #laos #solotravel