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Popular routes in Laos

Vientiane to Hanoi

1h 10mfrom $32

Hanoi to Vientiane

1h 10mfrom $32

Bangkok to Pakse

17hfrom $42

Vientiane to Boten

2h 59mfrom $33

Vang Vieng to Siem Reap

1d 5h 30mfrom $106

Vientiane to Vinh

16hfrom $33

Pakse to Siem Reap

10hfrom $47

Don Det to Pakse

1h 39mfrom $10

Phnom Penh to Vientiane

1h 20mfrom $164

Pakse to Thakhek

6hfrom $17

Bangkok to Thakhek

1h 25mfrom $44

Vientiane to Nateuy

3h 18mfrom $33

Chiang Mai to Huay Xai

6h 30mfrom $42
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Your questions, Our answers

Are credit cards accepted in Laos?

Credit cards are not widely accepted in Laos. Credit cards will be accepted at major hotels in cities like Vientiane and Luang Prabang, but otherwise, cash is the dominant form of payment.

What vaccinations do I need before visiting Laos?

It's recommended to have gotten the following vaccinations before visiting Laos: Measles, Polio, measles-mumps-rubella, diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis, Chickenpox, and your yearly flu shot. Additional vaccinations you should get are Hepatitis A, Typhoid, Cholera, Hepatitis B, Japenese Encephalitis, Malaria, Rabies and Yellow Fever. There are some rules regarding Rabies vaccinations before a trip to Laos, so we recommend double checking with the CDC or your doctor for more information.

What is the standard voltage and plug type in Laos?

The standard voltage in Laos is 230V. There are four plug types in Laos: Types A, B, C and E.

Which holidays are celebrated in Laos?

These are the holidays celebrated in Laos:

  • Army Day
  • Children's Day
  • International Women's Day
  • Labor Day
  • Lao National Day
  • Lao New Year
  • New Year's