Can we get a visa for Laos at the border?

Evisa is recommended for Laos but If you plan to get an visa on arrival at the border, please ensure that you have at least 1 passport photo and up to USD45 cash for your application. Please provide your sales agent with accurate passport details prior to the departure of your trip as these details will be passed on to your leader to help speed up the process. Those without a photo, or who are arriving on a weekend, holiday or after hours, will have to pay an additional one or two dollars. All visa fees are payable in cash only.

Can I confirm I would be able to book a single room for this tour? I don't see an option to add that on the booking page. Can I confirm the price of a single room is $450 Canadian, which is what I believe is posted on Intrepid's site.

A single supplement is available if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 2 (Overnight train) and Day 6 (Pak Beng) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. You can request your own room for $450.

Is it possible to join tour if we travel from Mumbai India?

We welcome travelers from all over the globe. You would absolutely be able to take this trip, if you were coming from Mumbai. We do advise, however, that you ensure that you check visa requirements for these countries. Presently, this departure date is on sale. The current price per traveler is GBP 1313. Our tours do not include airfare to and from the trip. Travel within the itinerary, however, is included.

What is the average group size for each trip?

Intrepid is a small group tour operator with maximum group sizes of 16 passengers. They usually operate with an average of 10 passengers, however. They also guarantee every single one of their departures so if you book you are going.

I would like to have the river cruise, what time should I arrive?

If you would like to join the group on the river cruise, you will have to arrive at the hotel no later than 8am.

Will we have guides the whole time?

Most of the activities during the days are at the leisure of the group, so the guide will not necessarily be with you the entire time. The activities where the guide will be with you the entire time and taking you through the activities are listed under "Included Activities" on each day in the itinerary. For example, in Bangkok on Days 1 and 2, the activities included with the guide are the Khlong boat (canal) tour and the Wat Pho Temple, as listed at the bottom of the Bangkok description in the itinerary.

Is the age limit strict on this tour?

Intrepid's age cap is more of a guideline, so as long as you are physically fit and able there should be no problem.

I have a 9 year old boy in my group, is it OK?

For this trip the minimum age is 15. Intrepid offers a wide range of Family Adventures around the globe. The minimum age (for Family trips) varies depending on destination, and Intrepid has set minimum ages to ensure that the included activities suit each age range. Check out the Thailand Family Adventure Tour (please copy into web browser) http://www.tourradar.com/t/4431

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Thailand & Laos Adventure

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From Bangkok to Vientiane

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City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 12 - 16
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Bangkok
Bangkok
Optional Activities
- Visit Chinatown area
- Visit the Grand Palace
- Visit the Temple of the Emerald Buddha
- Wander down Khao San Road
- Thai massage
- Urban Adventure bike tour through Bangkok backstreets
Landmarks
Grand Palace
Temple of the Emerald Buddha
Chinatown
Khao San Road
Day 2
Bangkok to Chiang Mai
Bangkok to Chiang Mai
Included Activities
- Khlong boat canal tour on Chao Phraya River
- Visit Wat Pho
Landmarks
Chao Phraya River
Wat Pho
Day 3
Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai
Included Activities
- Visit Doi Suthep Temple Complex
Optional Activities
- Explore Night Bazaar
- Dine at a riverside restaurant
- Sample traditional northern Thai cuisine
Landmarks
Doi Suthep
Night Bazaar
Day 4
Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai
Meals
Lunch (Lunch in a riverside sala (pavilion) alongside elephants)
Included Activities
- ChangChill Elephant Sanctuary visit
Landmarks
ChangChill Elephant Sanctuary
Day 5
Chiang Mai to Chiang Khong
Chiang Mai to Chiang Khong
Included Activities
- Visit Wat Rong Khun (White Temple)
Optional Activities
- Stroll around Chiang Khong town
- Visit Wat Phra Kaew
- Visit Wat Luang
Landmarks
Wat Rong Khun
Wat Phra Kaew
Wat Luang
Day 6
Chiang Khong to Pak Beng
Chiang Khong to Pak Beng
Included Activities
- Mekong River 2-day boat trip
Landmarks
Mekong River
Day 7
Pak Beng to Luang Prabang
Pak Beng to Luang Prabang
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Pak Ou Caves visit
Optional Activities
- Climb Mt Phousi for sunset views
Landmarks
Pak Ou Caves
Mt Phousi
Phu Si Temple
Day 8
Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Kuang Si Waterfalls
- Weaving workshop and social enterprise visit
Landmarks
Kuang Si Falls
Day 9
Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Alms-giving ceremony
Day 10
Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng
Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng
Meals
Breakfast
Landmarks
Nam Song River
Day 11
Vang Vieng
Vang Vieng
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Tham Chang cave
- Bicycle rental and countryside exploration
- Hike to nearby lookout points
- Kayaking daytrip on the Nam Song River
- Visit organic mulberry farm
Landmarks
Tham Chang
Day 12
Vang Vieng to Vientiane
Vang Vieng to Vientiane
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Wat Si Saket
- Visit COPE visitors centre
Optional Activities
- Explore Vientiane on foot or by tuk-tuk
- Dinner with fellow travelers
Landmarks
Wat Si Saket
COPE Visitors Centre
Mekong River
Day 13
Vientiane
Vientiane
Optional Activities
- Visit Pha That Luang Monument
Landmarks
Pha That Luang Monument

Landmarks
Grand Palace
Temple of the Emerald Buddha
Chinatown
Khao San Road

Landmarks
Chao Phraya River
Wat Pho

Landmarks
Doi Suthep
Night Bazaar

Landmarks
ChangChill Elephant Sanctuary

Landmarks
Wat Rong Khun
Wat Phra Kaew
Wat Luang

Landmarks
Mekong River

Landmarks
Pak Ou Caves
Mt Phousi
Phu Si Temple

Landmarks
Kuang Si Falls

Landmarks
Nam Song River

Landmarks
Tham Chang

Landmarks
Wat Si Saket
COPE Visitors Centre
Mekong River

Landmarks
Pha That Luang Monument

Accommodation
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

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Rating: 4.5 (12,181 reviews)
Response time: 6 hours
Response rate: 92%
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Traveler Moments

Traveler Reviews

4.7

Overall rating based on 75 Reviews

Itinerary
4.0
Transport
3.8
Guide
4.7
Accommodation
4.1
Food
4.6
Tour Operator
4.5

Russell4.0•March 2023
Enjoyed our tour, tour leader Katie was excellent. The itinerary was just enough to stay busy but not overwhelmed....
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Traveled in February 2023
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Russell! Thank you so much for your feedback. We are glad that you had a great time and that our tour leader was amazing! We are constantly looking for feedback on the properties we have chosen to create the perfect experience, thank so much for advising us that they did not always meet your expectations, but you enjoyed the tour otherwise.
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Daniel4.2•September 2019
This trip completely changed my perspective on the country of Thailand and gave me an interesting introduction to Laos.
Traveled in December 2018
Ann4.0•September 2019
Perfectly organized, great trip leader, on time, clean accommodations.
Traveled in December 2018
Dianne3.2•September 2019
Overall the trip was fantastic, especially our guide Chayaporn Paisarnmunkong who went above and beyond to make sure...
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Traveled in December 2018
Becky3.0•September 2019
It was mostly excellent. There were a few things that were not up to par, eg the bus used to travel in Laos and some...
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Traveled in December 2018
Andrew3.0•September 2019
Can't help but feel that compared with previous trips you're charging more for less, eg hotels weren't as good as...
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Traveled in December 2018
Melinda5.0•September 2019
There were great options for activities and cultural experiences.
Traveled in December 2018
Margaret4.2•September 2019
I think the trip was excellent however not sure how many people may want to visit laos
Traveled in December 2018
Julian4.8•September 2019
We’ve seen so many places, we’ve met so many people. But what I loved most of all is the good balance of our guide...
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Traveled in December 2018
Gareth4.5•September 2019
Makes travel easy, makes best use of time, best value for money, great travel buddies
Traveled in December 2018

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Lydia
Asked on November 21st, 2024
Can we get a visa for Laos at the border?
Visa
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2024
  Evisa is recommended for Laos but If you plan to get an visa on arrival at the border, please ensure that you have at least 1 passport photo and up to USD45 cash for your application. Please provide your sales agent with accurate passport details prior to the departure of your trip as these details will be passed on to your leader to help speed up the process. Those without a photo, or who are arriving on a weekend, holiday or after hours, will have to pay an additional one or two dollars. All visa fees are payable in cash only.
K
Kelly
Asked on October 10th, 2023
Can I confirm I would be able to book a single room for this tour? I don't see an option to add that on the booking page. Can I confirm the price of a single room is $450 Canadian, which is what I believe is posted on Intrepid's site.
Price / Availability
Single supplement
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2023
  A single supplement is available if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 2 (Overnight train) and Day 6 (Pak Beng) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. You can request your own room for $450.
C
Carolyn
Asked on December 11th, 2022
Is it possible to join tour if we travel from Mumbai India?
Tour Details
Travel Support
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2022
  We welcome travelers from all over the globe. You would absolutely be able to take this trip, if you were coming from Mumbai. We do advise, however, that you ensure that you check visa requirements for these countries. Presently, this departure date is on sale. The current price per traveler is GBP 1313. Our tours do not include airfare to and from the trip. Travel within the itinerary, however, is included.
J
James
Asked on January 1st, 2017
What is the average group size for each trip?
Group size
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2017
  Intrepid is a small group tour operator with maximum group sizes of 16 passengers. They usually operate with an average of 10 passengers, however. They also guarantee every single one of their departures so if you book you are going.
S
Stephanie
Asked on January 1st, 2017
I would like to have the river cruise, what time should I arrive?
Other
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2017
  If you would like to join the group on the river cruise, you will have to arrive at the hotel no later than 8am.
E
Elizabeth
Asked on February 1st, 2016
Will we have guides the whole time?
Other
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2016
  Most of the activities during the days are at the leisure of the group, so the guide will not necessarily be with you the entire time. The activities where the guide will be with you the entire time and taking you through the activities are listed under "Included Activities" on each day in the itinerary. For example, in Bangkok on Days 1 and 2, the activities included with the guide are the Khlong boat (canal) tour and the Wat Pho Temple, as listed at the bottom of the Bangkok description in the itinerary.
L
Leah
Asked on February 1st, 2016
Is the age limit strict on this tour?
Age Range
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2016
  Intrepid's age cap is more of a guideline, so as long as you are physically fit and able there should be no problem.
E
Eva
Asked on April 24th, 2015
I have a 9 year old boy in my group, is it OK?
Age Range
- J
  Jean
  Traveler•Written April 2015
  For this trip the minimum age is 15. Intrepid offers a wide range of Family Adventures around the globe. The minimum age (for Family trips) varies depending on destination, and Intrepid has set minimum ages to ensure that the included activities suit each age range. Check out the Thailand Family Adventure Tour (please copy into web browser) http://www.tourradar.com/t/4431

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2 local currencies
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