Vang Vieng Trips & Tours

Making headlines as a secret base of the CIA and a partied-out backpacker nirvana, Vang Vieng has had its fair share of revivals. Today, it’s latest reinvention has put it on the map as something of an adventure capital – with a dose of gorgeous, tapestry-esque scenery alongside. The limestone mountains offer craggy hiking trails with staggering views to reward yourself with at the end (try the popular Pha Ngern or Nam Xay viewpoints), and the cave networks make for superb climbing opportunities with everything from beginner-ready outcrops to challenging peaks. For a watery exploration, hire a kayak and take to the river, tackling a rapid or two if you dare, or enjoy the tranquility of the ice-blue lagoons. If your adventure quota is just fine thank you, don’t write off Vang Vieng just yet. The gentle countryside lends itself just as well to strolls through the paddy fields and there are plenty of opportunities to visit Hmong villages. And that wonderful river? Perfect for gazing at over a cocktail or two we say…