Laos Southern Motorbike Tour from Vientiane to Thakhek

Itinerary:

Laos Southern Motorbike Tour from Vientiane to Thakhek – Highlights:

* Historic Ho Chi Minh Trail
* Limestone Forest
* Ancient Buddha Caves of Thakek
* Dong Hua Sao National Forest
* Tad Fane Waterfall and Boloven Plateau
* Kong Lor Caves
* Wat Phou Angkor Era Temple Complex

The basic itinerary is as follows:

DAY 1: LAOS SOUTHERN MOTORBIKE TOUR : VIENTIANE MOTORCYCLE TOUR TO PAKXANE VIA PHOU KHOU KHOEY NATIONAL PROTECTED AREA

A short motor ride from Vientiane to Thakek, about 4-6 hours depending on group size, but an easy route. We will spend the later part of the day to visit the Buddha Caves. Excellent off road area if the group would like to explore the countryside. Lodging at the Thakek Travel Lodge.

DAY 2: LAOS SOUTHERN MOTORBIKE TOUR : PAKXANE MOTORCYCLE TOUR TO LAK XAO

Depart Thakek for Pakse, old French Capital. We will spend the day exploring the French Capital and surround areas of interest and scenery. Lodging at the famous Hotel Pakse.

DAY 3: LAOS SOUTHERN MOTORBIKE TOUR : LAK XAO MOTORCYCLE TOUR TO BUALAPHA

This is where the HCMT will start. We will depart from the Vietnameseborder region and head deep into the jungle trails that  cross through this historical area. Get ready for off road heaven!

DAY 4: LAOS SOUTHERN MOTORBIKE TOUR : BUALAPHA MOTORCYCLE TOUR TO XEPON/DONG

Deeper and further into the HCMT…..

DAY 5: LAOS SOUTHERN MOTORBIKE TOUR : XEPON MOTORCYCLE TOUR TO SEKONG

We will have a restful nights sleep in a modern hotel tonight. And continue on down the Trail.

DAY 6: LAOS SOUTHERN MOTORBIKE TOUR : SEKONG MOTORCYCLE TOUR TO ATTAPEU

Our final leg of HCMT will lead us right up to the borders with Cambodia and Viet Nam. The last day will see historic war remnants and beautiful, unseen single track trails. A good nights rest again will see us through to  Champassak in the morning.

DAY 7: LAOS SOUTHERN MOTORBIKE TOUR : ATTAPEU MOTORCYCLE TOUR TO CHAMPASAK

Across the famous Boleavan Plateau, pass through coffe plantations and farms in some of Lao’s most fertile areas. Visit plantations and see how Lao coffee is making its way to a Starbucks near you. We will arrive in Champasak and take time to visit Lao’s most famous Angkor era temple, Wat Po. It is located at the base of mount Phu Kao,  just shy of the Mekhong River in Champasak province.

There was a temple on the site as early as the 5th century, but the surviving structures date from the 11th to 13th centuries. Little restoration work has been done, other than the restoration of boundary posts along the path. Wat Phou was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001.

DAY 8: LAOS SOUTHERN MOTORBIKE TOUR : CHAMPASAK MOTORCYCLE TOUR TO SAVANAKHET

After departing Champasak we go towards the tarmac for a quick blast. Our day will see both on and off road as we snake along the Mekong and Lao’s main southern route 13 to Savanakhet. It is the 5th largest city and Laos and sits just opposite Thailand, Mukdahon, on the Mekong. Fabulous casion gambling and first class food and lodging are on order as we celebrate coming out “of the jungle”…

DAY 9: LAOS SOUTHERN MOTORBIKE TOUR : SAVANAKHET MOTORCYCLE TOUR TO THAKHEK

Continuing northbound, today is much like the day before, as we trek along the off road sections that shadow the route 13 along the Mekong. Some roads follow along the River, others take an inland twist. Either way, enjoyable riding and views for all.

DAY 10: LAOS SOUTHERN MOTORBIKE TOUR : THAKHEK MOTORCYCLE TOUR BACK VIENTIANE

The final drive home……back to Vientiane for bike return and wind down!!! Hope you enjoyed yourself!!

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* CANCELATION POLICY:

Tours sold leave rain or shine

– Cancelation made 7 days before the tour start date will receive 30%

Refund

– Cancelations made within 7 days of the tour start date or during the tour receive NO REFUND

JUST A REMINDER…..THE ABOVE PRICES INCLUDE ALL COSTS, WITH EXCEPTION TO ALCOHOL. ALL MEALS, ALL PETROL, ALL LODGING, PARK FEES, EVEN WATER. IF YOU DON’T DRINK, DON’T OPEN YOUR WALLET!!!