Classic Laos Biking Tours

On arrival at the Luang Prabang airport, you will be met and transferred to check in the hotel (early check-in upon availability). Situated in the center of northern Laos, Luang Prabang is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its outstanding cultural, historical, and architectural values and its harmonious relationship between the natural and built environment. There are no activities planned for today, so that you may stroll around for the first impression of this ancient city. Overnight in Luang Prabang Tip: if you arrive early and want to get familiar with the ancient city, take a short ride around the old small streets inside the old quarter. This is a great start for your Laos cycling adventure. + Guide & Driver + Meal: NONE + Accommodation: Hotel in Luang Prabang

An easy ride to the scenic Kuang Si Waterfalls through Khmu and Hmong ethnic villages. Enjoy a swim in the clear-water basins of the Kuang Si Waterfalls.  Late afternoon, we will take the boat back to Luang Prabang while the sun is setting behind the mountain. Overnight in Luang Prabang + Driver & Guide + Meal: Breakfast, Lunch + Accommodation: Hotel in Luang Prabang + Pick-up: 08:30AM Note: 30km – 1.5-hour riding

Today, we will cycle up and down along the rolling hills of northern Laos. The ride is quite tricky in some parts (altitude up to 1400m), and you may not be up to it. However, there is nothing to worry about as we have the supporting van escorting you along the way. We will arrive in Kiu Kacham in the late afternoon and check in at your simple guesthouse. It is time to enjoy the view with a cold beer. Overnight in Kiu Kacham + Driver & Guide + Meal: Breakfast, Lunch + Accommodation: Guesthouse in Kiu Kacham + Pick-up: 08:30 AM Note: 82.2km, 5-6-hour riding

After breakfast, you ride between 1000 and 1400 meters to Phou Khoun, which is up and down the whole way for 48km, with one big steep descent and ascent in the middle from 12-30km. You'll be experiencing some steeper grades than the day before, but they are short.  In the afternoon, you steadily climb for another ten or so kilometers coming out of town, and then there is a screaming descent of about 12km. Once you reach the bottom and cross the river, there is a short, very sharp climb to Kasi Hot Spring Resort, where the hot spring can help you recover from the cycling day. Overnight at Kasi Hot Spring Resort. + Driver & Guide + Meal: Breakfast, Lunch + Accommodation: Kasi Hot Spring Resort + Pick-up: 08:30 AM Note: 91km, 5-6-hour riding

It starts to get a lot easier from here than the previous days, but still a bit of up and down in the middle of the ride. From the Hot Spring Resort to Kasi, it is about 20 km of undulating hills but primarily decent. Here, we may stop to have a drink and recharge before continuing further. From Kasi, it's flat for around 10 km, and then you will climb a bit from 35-55km, mostly downhill and flat for the last 30km, into the tourist hot spot Vang Vieng. Check-in at your hotel in town before taking a short ride around the city. Overnight in Vang Vieng. + Driver & Guide + Meal: Breakfast, Lunch + Accommodation: Hotel in Vang Vieng + Pick-up: 08:30 AM  Note: 76km, 4-5-hour riding

It's still pretty hilly coming out of Vang Vieng, and it's up and down the whole way. But today, we take a short ride to the Ban Thaheua village, which is located on the north side of Nam Ngum Lake. Here, you have ample time to stop and enjoy the view while sipping a cup of tea or coffee. In the afternoon, we will take the 2-hour traditional boat along the Nam Ngum Lake to Ban Thalat. Upon arriving in Ban Thalat, check in to your hotel overlooking the lake, which offers a truly fantastic view during the sunset and sunrise. Overnight in Ban Thalat + Driver & Guide + Meal: Breakfast, Lunch + Accommodation: Long Ngum View Resort + Pick-up: 08:30 AM Note: 25km, 2-hour riding | 2-hour boating on Nam Ngum Lake to Ban Thalat

You are free in the morning to relax and enjoy the view. In the afternoon, we first start our ride along a short but steep rolling hill, which will last around 3km. After that, the road starts to be very easy until we reach Ban Keun in the late afternoon. Check in your simple hotel overlooking Nam Lik River, where we will spend the night + Driver & Guide + Meal: Breakfast + Accommodation: Hotel in Ban Keun + Pick-up: 12:30 PM  Note: 30km, 3-hour riding

Today, you will cycle on dirt roads through paddy fields with fine views of the Phou Khao Khouay mountain range and the Thangon village before entering the capital city of Laos, Vientiane. You'll pass through the suburbs as you cycle to the centre of this historic, lively city situated along the bank of the Mekong.  Overnight in Hotel. + NO Driver & NO Guide + Meal: Breakfast, Lunch + Accommodation: Hotel in Vientiane + Pick-up: 08:30 AM

It is the last day, and your time to grab up. You are free to stroll around the town for your exploration. There is the option to cycle along the Mekong River and take the kayaking too. Discuss with our guide if you wish to have the extra activities. Overnight in Vientiane + Driver & Guide + Meal: Breakfast + Accommodation: Hotel in Vientiane + Pick-up: NONE

Free for last-minute shopping before taking the departure flight. + Driver & Guide + Meal: Breakfast + Accommodation: None + Pick-up: 2.5 hours before departure flight