Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Highlights
1
Plain ofJars
Fields of ancient giant stone urns scattered across the Xieng Khuang Plateau
stand as witnesses to a vanished civilization.
2
MuangKhoun
Travel back in time to the ancient kingdom of Xieng Khuang where temple
ruins and a giant Buddha are all that remain of a once proud kingdom.
3
TheMuangKhamhinterland
The village of Muang Kham is the launching point for trips
to caves, hot springs and visits to Hmong, Khmu, Black Tai and Phuan villages.
4
Vieng Xai
The incredible limestone karst scenery that surrounds this small town provided
the perfect hiding place for the Pathet Lao during much of their Thirty Year Struggle.
5
Route 1
From Nam Neun junction to Nong Khiaw, ride across the rooftop of Indochina to
one of the least-visited parts of the country.
