This Laos guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground.
This Laos guidebook covers: Vientiane and the northwest, Luang Prabang, The northeast, The far north, South Central Laos, The far south.
Inside this Laos travel book, you’ll find:
A wide range of sights – Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks
Itinerary examples – created for different time frames or types of trip
Practical information – how to get to Laos, all about public transport, food and drink, shopping, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, tips for travellers with disabilities and more
Author picks and things not to miss in Laos – Gibbon Experience; Plain of Jars; waterfalls of the Bolaven Plateau; Vieng Xai; Luang Prabang; colonial architecture; The Nam Ou; Vang Vieng; massages; trekking
Insider recommendations – tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots
When to go to Laos – high season, low season, climate information and festivals
Where to go – a clear introduction to Laos with key places and a handy overview
Extensive coverage of regions, places and experiences – regional highlights, sights and places for different types of travellers, with experiences matching different needs
Places to eat, drink and stay – hand-picked restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels
Practical info at each site – hours of operation, websites, transit tips, charges
Colour-coded mapping – with keys and legends listing sites categorised as highlights, eating, accommodation, shopping, drinking and nightlife
Background information for connoisseurs – history, culture, art, architecture, film, books, religion, diversity
Essential Khmer dictionary and glossary of local terms
Fully updated post-COVID-19
The guide provides a comprehensive and rich selection of places to see and things to do in Laos, as well as great planning tools. It’s the perfect companion, both ahead of your trip and on the ground.
