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Updated information of festivals and our latest posts to explore your journey.
Whether you’re looking for a quiet poolside holiday, an adventure filled trek to a waterfall in the jungle, or the chance to meet locals in a hillside ethnic village, Luang Prabang offers it all.
NATURE
Cascading waterfalls, jungle-covered hills, breathtaking vistas, butterflies, bears and elephants! Luang Prabang is a nature lovers paradise.
BUDDHISM
Walk through ancient temples, listen to monks chanting, witness Buddhist ceremonies that have been practiced for centuries.
CULTURE & HISTORY
Luang Prabang prides itself on being a place where traditional ways are respected. Discover a culture that has stood the test of time.
DAY TRIPS
Stay another day in Luang Prabang by exploring the surrounding areas – from Chomphet’s ancient temples to Nam Dong’s natural beauty.
ACTIVITIES
Whether you want to connect with elephants, go flying through the trees on a zipline or explore the river on a kayak – there are many activities to enjoy in this town.
VISIT OTHER PROVINCES
Luang Prabang is the gateway to many beautiful provinces that are rich in ethnic hill tribe cultures and stunning areas of wilderness.
ARTS
Locally made textiles, woven bamboo baskets, handmade clay pots…there is much to explore when it comes to the arts scene.
SHOPPING
If you’re in the market for authentic Southeast Asian handicrafts, it’s hard to imagine a better destination than Luang Prabang. Handmade regional textiles alone feature a rich diversity of fabrics, styles, and techniques.
What makes us special?
nature
Where jungle covered mountains meet the mighty water.
Untouched Nature
inner peace
Where the sound of chanting monks drifts through the town at dawn and dusk.
Inner Peace
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Where traditional ways of life are still practiced
by local people with pride.
Timeless Culture
East meets West
Where ancient temples glitter golden
between charming old French Colonial buildings.
The schedule of cultural festivals is confirmed about a month before, depending on the lunar calendar. Please follow our Facebook page to get up to date information.
April Lao New Year
Splashing water onto other people and bring them luck in the coming year
May Boun Bang Fai (Rocket Festival)
A rain-making and fertility festival
May Boun Visakha Bousa
Celebrating the birth,death of Buddha
July Boun Khao Phansa
It’s the beginning of “Buddhist Lent"
August Boat Racing Festival
Two boats race fon the Nam Khan river
September Boun Khao Salak
Giving wax flower candles to the monks
October Boun Ork Phansa/Festival of Light Boats
The festival involves launching candle-lit offerings on the river at night
