in Laos

Luang Prabang

A UNESCO-listed royal town on the Mekong, where saffron-robed monks, gilded temples and French villas set a timeless pace.

Notable spots

Kuang Si Falls
Nature
Turquoise multi-tiered cascades with jungle swimming pools.
Morning Alms Giving
Culture
Lines of monks collect alms at dawn along the old town streets.
Mount Phousi
Scenery
Wat Xieng Thong
Culture
Luang Prabang Night Market
Shopping

Best months: Jan, Feb, Oct, Nov and Dec

👕 Luang Prabang in Oct: T-shirts, shorts and breathable fabrics; sunscreen and water; big day–night swing, so dress in layers.