Laos

Check into the Belmond La Résidence Phou Vao for panoramic Mekong views. Stroll the night market for silk scarves and local crafts. Dine at L’Elephant, savoring Laotian fusion cuisine with a glass of Chablis.

Rise early for the alms-giving ceremony to Buddhist monks at dawn. Visit Wat Xieng Thong, a masterpiece of Lao architecture. Enjoy a private Lao cooking class at Tamarind Restaurant. Evening: Sip cocktails at the Icon Klub, a colonial-era hideaway.

Board a private longtail boat for a Mekong cruise to the Pak Ou Caves, filled with thousands of Buddha statues. Stop at Ban Xang Hai, a whiskey-making village. Return for a spa session at Amantaka’s wellness retreat, featuring herbal compress massages.

Journey to the turquoise Kuang Si Falls for a private picnic curated by Rosewood Luang Prabang. Swim in the pools and visit the nearby bear rescue center. Evening: Dine at Manda de Laos, a UNESCO-recognized restaurant with lotus pond views.

Explore Ban Xang Khong for handwoven textiles and mulberry paper crafts. Take a private Baci ceremony at a local home for spiritual blessings. Relax with a sunset yoga session at Satri House, a boutique heritage hotel.

Climb Mount Phousi for sunrise views over misty hills. Visit the Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre to understand Laos’ diverse cultures. Evening: Enjoy a private riverside barbecue at The Belle Rive, paired with Lao rice wine

Spend your morning at Ock Pop Tok’s Living Crafts Centre, trying your hand at bamboo weaving. Indulge in a final spa treatment at Sofitel Luang Prabang. Depart with a private transfer to the airport.