Country guide
Laos
Slow, gentle and gloriously laid-back — Laos is the landlocked heart of Southeast Asia. Think misty mountains, the mighty Mekong, golden temples and a pace of life that quietly resets you. Less polished than its neighbours, and all the better for it.
Currency
Kip (LAK) · ≈25,000/€ · 21,900/$
Language
Lao (+80 tongues) · some French & English
Payment
Cash is king · bring kip
Power
Type A · C · F · 230V
Time zone
GMT+7 · Indochina Time
Religion
Theravada Buddhism & animism
When to go
November to February is the sweet spot — dry, cooler and comfortable. March–April get very hot, and the wet season (May–Oct) brings heavy afternoon downpours.
Temperatures
Average highs · Vientiane (°C)
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Check if you’re eligible →What does it cost to fly to Laos?
€800–1,050 round-trip
Usually 1–2 stops · ≈ $870–1,150 · book 3–6 months ahead
Compare flights →Trip budget
What does 15 days in Laos cost?
Self-organised trip, no agency. Prices in euros, based on 2 people sharing room & car. Total is per person, for the whole trip. "Average" reflects high season or higher-end choices.
| Item | Budget | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Round-trip flights | €800 | €1,050 |
| Internal flightsVientiane → Luang Prabang → Pakse | €240 | €300 |
| Car rental, per dayfor 2 | €25 | €35 |
| Accommodation, per nightfor 2 | €48 | €80 |
| Food, per day | €20 | €30 |
| Activities, per day | €5 | €8 |
| Total per person15 days | €1,960 | €2,780 |
Indicative estimates — prices vary with season, route and travel style.
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