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LAOS

LAOS QUICK GUIDE
THOUGHTS: Though Laos is often overlooked on the SE Asia backpacking route, there are some very worthwhile places to see. In addition to its nightlife, Vang Vieng has some awesome tubing, climbing, caving, and swimming.
TOP PLACES: Vang Vieng, Luang Prabang
CURRENCY: Laotian Kip (8220:1 USD)
TRAVEL ROUTE: (Chiang Mai) -> Luang Prabang -> Vang Vieng -> Vientiane -> Pakse -> Si Phan Don/4000 Islands -> (Siem Reap)
TIPS:
  • Go tubing in Vang Vieng
  • Rent a motorbike and explore the countryside/caves in Vang Vieng
  • Head down to the 4000 islands to finish or begin a Laos trip
  • Don't plan much time for Vientiane as there is not much to see
  • ​Buy some motion sickness pills for the buses between Luang Prabang, Vang Vieng, and Vientiane
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