Luang Prabang: Cruise to Pak Ou Caves & Kuang Si Waterfalls
4.91,952 reviews9h
from €40
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FULL DAY – Kuang Si Waterfall, Kayak on the Nam Ou / Mekong River, Pak Ou Caves
4.892 reviews8h 30m
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Tickets and tours by attraction
The best options for each of Luang Prabang's top sights, compared.
Top sights in Luang Prabang
- 1Morning Alms Giving
- 2Royal Palace Museum
- 3Mount Phousi Sunset
- 4Kuang Si Waterfalls
- 5Night Market
- 6Mekong River Cruise
- Experience profound spiritual traditions like the daily Tak Bat (alms giving) ceremony at Sakkaline Road, where you can respectfully observe or participate by offering sticky rice to monks at dawn.
- Explore a unique architectural fusion at Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham with its elaborate golden bas-reliefs, then visit the restored French colonial mansion of the Royal Palace Museum housing the sacred Pha Bang Buddha.
- Swim in the turquoise tiers of Kuang Si Waterfalls, where you can hike to the top for stunning views, then visit the nearby bear rescue center protecting Asiatic black bears.
Tickets and passes in Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang Temples, Royal Palace & Night Market Private Tour
5.01 review12h
from €98
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Food and drink experiences in Luang Prabang
Laos Buffalo Dairy Tours Interact, Learn and Taste Fresh Flavors
5.031 reviews40h
from €13
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Luang Prabang: Craft Your Own Aroma Candle in Heritage Home
5.029 reviews2h
from €32
Check availabilityDay trips and outdoor activities from Luang Prabang
Laos Elephant Sanctuary keeper+ Kuangsi waterfall +Hmong village
4.729 reviews9h
from €107
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Full day / Half Day Kayaking and Pak Ou Caves with optional sunset cruise
4.728 reviews6h
from €33
Check availabilityHidden gems in Luang Prabang
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
Wat Pa Phon Phao
A forest meditation temple located 3km from town, known for its striking golden stupa and peaceful atmosphere.
Ock Pop Tok Living Crafts Center
A beautiful riverside weaving center where traditional Lao textiles are created using natural dyes.
Phra Bang Buddha Image at Wat Mai
While the famous Phra Bang is at the Royal Palace Museum, Wat Mai houses another highly revered Buddha image often overlooked.
Tad Sae Waterfalls
A multi-tiered waterfall east of town that's seasonal but spectacular during and after rainy season.
Ban Xang Khong Weaver's Village
A traditional village across the Mekong specializing in silk weaving and papermaking.
Day trips from Luang Prabang
Pak Ou Caves
2 hours by slow boat upstream on Mekong
These sacred limestone caves house thousands of Buddha statues left by pilgrims over centuries. The journey along the Mekong offers glimpses of rural riverside life.
Kuang Si Waterfalls
45 minutes by tuk-tuk or minivan
A stunning multi-tiered waterfall with turquoise pools perfect for swimming. The surrounding park includes walking trails and a bear rescue center.
Living Land Farm
20 minutes by bicycle or tuk-tuk
An organic community farm where you can experience traditional rice farming from planting to harvesting. This hands-on educational visit supports local communities.
Plan your Luang Prabang trip
Things to do in Luang Prabang: FAQ
What are the best things to do in Luang Prabang?+
Top sights include Morning Alms Giving, Royal Palace Museum, Mount Phousi Sunset and Kuang Si Waterfalls. Away from the crowds, try Wat Pa Phon Phao and Ock Pop Tok Living Crafts Center.
What are the most popular tours in Luang Prabang?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are Luang Prabang: Cruise to Pak Ou Caves & Kuang Si Waterfalls (4.9 stars, 1,952 reviews); Day Trip to Kuang Si Waterfalls (4.4 stars, 109 reviews); Living Land Rice Farming Experience (4.9 stars, 105 reviews).
How much do tours in Luang Prabang cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €13 and €107 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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