15 Ng. 100 Đ. Nguyễn Xiển, Thanh Xuân Nam, Thanh Xuân, Hà Nội 100000
15 Ng. 100 Đ. Nguyễn Xiển, Thanh Xuân Nam, Thanh Xuân, Hà Nội 100000
Embark on an unforgettable 7-day Pakse Cycling Holiday with Golden Trail Travel, a meticulously crafted adventure designed for cycling enthusiasts, nature lovers, and cultural explorers eager to immerse themselves in the stunning landscapes and rich heritage of southern Laos. Starting in Pakse, the vibrant hub of southern Laos known for its scenic Mekong River views and proximity to the lush Bolaven Plateau, this tour offers a perfect blend of physical challenge, natural beauty, and authentic cultural experiences. Over seven exhilarating days, you’ll pedal through the heart of the Bolaven Plateau, renowned for its cool climate, rolling hills, cascading waterfalls, and sprawling coffee plantations, which produce some of the world’s finest coffee. The extended itinerary allows for a relaxed pace, giving you ample time to explore quiet backroads, rugged dirt trails, and scenic paths surrounded by lush jungles, rice paddies, and dramatic landscapes. You’ll visit remote ethnic villages inhabited by communities such as the Katu, Alak, and Laven, where you’ll engage with locals, learn about their unique traditions, and experience their warm hospitality. A highlight of the tour is the authentic homestay experiences, where you’ll spend multiple nights in traditional village homes, sharing home-cooked Laotian meals like sticky rice, larb (spicy minced meat salad), mok pa (steamed fish in banana leaves), tam mak hung (papaya salad), and sin savanh (grilled meat), while fostering meaningful cultural connections. The journey takes you to iconic waterfalls like Tad Fane, Tad Yuang, and Tad Lo, where you can pause to admire their cascading beauty and relax in serene surroundings. You’ll also explore sacred temples, ancient stupas, and local markets, sampling fresh tropical fruits, Bolaven Plateau coffee, and regional delicacies while interacting with artisans crafting traditional textiles and pottery. Guided by expert local guides, this tour provides in-depth insights into southern Laos’ cultural diversity, biodiversity, and history, ensuring a safe and enriching experience. Designed for intermediate cyclists, the routes are carefully curated to balance adventure with comfort, using well-maintained bikes and eco-friendly trails to minimize environmental impact while supporting local communities. Whether you’re captivated by the thrill of cycling through rugged terrains, the serenity of Laos’ pristine landscapes, or the opportunity to connect with its vibrant ethnic cultures, this 7-day Pakse cycling holiday offers a sustainable, immersive, and unforgettable journey through one of Southeast Asia’s most enchanting regions, leaving you with lasting memories of breathtaking scenery, authentic interactions, and the timeless allure of southern Laos.
Cycle Through Bolaven Plateau: Pedal through the lush Bolaven Plateau, renowned for its coffee plantations, rolling hills, and stunning waterfalls, offering an exhilarating biking experience amidst southern Laos’ natural beauty.
Visit Iconic Waterfalls: Explore breathtaking waterfalls like Tad Fane, Tad Yuang, and Tad Lo, stopping to admire their cascading beauty and relax in the tranquil surroundings of the Bolaven Plateau.
Authentic Homestay Experiences: Spend multiple nights in traditional Katu, Alak, or Laven village homestays, enjoying home-cooked Laotian meals like sticky rice, larb, mok pa, tam mak hung, and sin savanh, while engaging in cultural exchanges.
Explore Remote Ethnic Villages: Visit rural villages along the route, interacting with Katu, Alak, and Laven communities to learn about their unique traditions, colorful handicrafts, and warm hospitality.
Ride Along the Mekong River: Cycle alongside the majestic Mekong River, taking in tranquil views of rice paddies, fishing villages, and lush landscapes that define southern Laos’ scenic beauty.
Discover Spiritual and Natural Sites: Stop at sacred temples, ancient stupas, and lush jungle trails, offering moments of tranquility and a deeper connection to Laos’ spiritual and natural heritage.
Savor Authentic Laotian Cuisine: Enjoy regional specialties prepared with fresh, local ingredients, including Bolaven Plateau coffee, fresh tropical fruits, and spicy Laotian dishes, at homestays and vibrant local markets.
Explore Local Markets and Artisans: Visit bustling local markets in Pakse and surrounding areas to sample regional delicacies and interact with artisans crafting traditional textiles and pottery, enriching your cultural experience.
Eco-Friendly Cycling Adventure: Travel sustainably on low-impact biking routes, supporting local communities and preserving southern Laos’ pristine environment through eco-conscious practices.
Guided Cultural and Historical Insights: Benefit from expert local guides who share in-depth knowledge about southern Laos’ history, ethnic diversity, and biodiversity, enriching your cycling journey through the Bolaven Plateau.
HOTELS
Economy 2*+ Hotels
Superior 3* Hotels
First Class 4* Hotels
Deluxe 5* Hotels
Luxury 5*++ Hotels
Notes:
*All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request
Important Notes:
HOTELS, PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
GUIDE/LEADER:
English speaking guide. French , Germany , Spanish, Italian, Russian speaking guide can be arranged with on request.
Things to be prepared:
1. Hat
2. Small backpack
3. Shoes and shorts for cycling
4. Sunglasses
5. Gloves
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There are direct flights from Bangkok (Thailand), Seam Reap (Cambodia), Vietnam, and Vientiane capital (Laos)
Fly to Pakse in southern Laos, meet the local guide and support van with bikes, we cycle to Champasak through the town of Pakse, We pass many small villages and paddy fields before we arrive at the Pre-Angkor ruins of Wat Phou, which once used to be the worship place of Hindu worshipers then were replaced by Buddhist temple in the late 11 century. We spend some time here exploring the temple before riding the last 10 km to our hotel in the small town of Champasak on the right side of the Mekong River.
Elevation: Departure point: 120 m above sea level. Arrival point: 124 m above sea level.
Distance: 47 km
Meal: L / D
Accommodation: Siamphone hotel
Si Phan Done in Lao means 4000 islands; it is the widest and most charismatic part of the Mekong River and is our destination today. We leave as early as we can after breakfast, after 2 km of riding from the hotel, we cross the Mekong River on a very unusual mode of transport to the other side and after a short ride to the main road and then start heading south again towards Cambodia. Today is mainly flat with quiet road and some interesting scenery, we pass many villages with children standing in groups waving their hands and saying hello, it would be strange for them to see the tourists travel by bicycles (it feels hard for them).so we stop every 20 or 25 km for refreshments and we have lunch under the tree by the road when we feel like it. We then cross back over to the Mekong River to one of the biggest islands in the Mekong River, Kong Island (it is the hometown of the former Lao president). We cycle a short way to our hotel. Dinner is in the hotel.
Elevation: Departure point: 124 m above sea level. Arrival point: 120 m above sea level.
Distance: 113 km (on good quality asphalt road, and mainly flat)
Meal: B / L /D
Accommodation: Villa Muangkhong.
Today is a day to explore, we once again cross the river and head south where we ride as far as the Khon Pha Pheng waterfall, we rest for a while before riding back and taking a short boat trip to the small island of Don Det where we will have lunch. After lunch we ride along the old French Railway down to the beach where we get on small boats to Cambodian waters in search of freshwater Dolphins, After an hour we ride back to the hotel at Don Khone island.
Distance: 55 km (Haft riding is on good quality asphalt road and the rest is on the path but it is a fantastic ride and flat)
Meal: B / L / D
Accommodation: Khounparn bungalows
An easy start to the day as we transfer back on the way we come for almost 2 hours to begin our journey into the coffee growing area of Laos, the Bolaven plateau. We head north to Pakse before starting to climb up into the temperate coffee-growing area renowned for its Arabica and Robusta beans. These beans fetch some of the highest coffee prices in the world. The road undulates but has a definite upward feeling. As we climb, we see coffee everywhere as the plantations converge on the side of the road. We finish at the wonderful Tad Fane resort, which provides a stunning backdrop and the very impressive Tad Fane fall, if you are feeling energetic you can cycle to the other waterfall for swimming. Alternatively, you can relax in the restaurant and take the wonderful view. Dinner is at the resort. (At a junction where we start riding is at an altitude of 150 m above sea level and the resort where we stay overnight is at an altitude of 960 m above sea level)
Elevation: Departure point 175 m above sea level.
Arrival point 959 m above sea level.
Distance: 30 km (on good quality asphalt road but ascend)
Meal: B / L / D
Accommodation: Tad Fane resort.
(Resort is at an altitude of 960 m above sea level)Today is the best riding on this trip, after 12 km of the climb we reach the top of Bolavene plateau (at an altitude of 1280 m above sea level). However, riding in the early morning makes you warm through the cold morning on the plateau, and you still have more energy in the morning, after a short break in a small town on top of the plateau we continue our riding for another 38 km to a small town of Tha Teng (at an altitude of 860 m above sea level), this 38- kilometer descent is one of the best rides in this trip, we have noodle soup for lunch at the local restaurant, 30 km from our destination, Tad Lor Resort (at an altitude of 750 m above sea level) Riding after lunch takes us very easy downhill but on a dirt road for 21 km to the junction, the rest of the road just 9 km on asphalt road and it is mainly flat. We check in the hotel in the afternoon and it is your time for swimming at the waterfall, relax, enjoying the view, or ride around. Dinner is at the hotel.
Elevation: Departure point 959 m above sea level.
Highest point: 1280 m above sea level.
Arrival point: 346 m above sea level.
Distance: 80 km (12 km ascend, 68 km descend, and flat, including 21 km on a dirt road)
Meal: B / L / D
Accommodation: Sayse resort
After breakfast, we head towards Pakse. This road undulates and has a couple of lengthy climbs in it one of 5 km and one of 49 km, but they are quite gradual before we turn right and head downhill into Pakse. The last 20 km into Pakse is downhill and can be covered quickly, be careful as we head into town as the traffic increases significantly.
Elevation: Departure point: 346 m above sea level.
Highest point: 606 m above sea level.
Arrival point: 170 m above sea level.
Distance: 85 km on good quality asphalt road
Meal: B / L
Accommodation: Sengaloun hotel
After breakfast, transfer to the airport or land border for your departure.
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