excurgo
DestinationsToursBlog
Excurgo earns a commission when you book through our links to Viator, at no extra cost to you.
Powered byViator
excurgo

Tours and experiences worldwide from Viator. Compare them here and book on Viator — no extra fees.

Company
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Partner With Us
Travellers
  • Support
  • Cancellation
  • FAQ
Explore
  • All Tours
  • Best Tours
  • Destinations
  • Things to Do
  • Tour Deals
  • Tour Price Index
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Partner With Us
  • Support
  • Cancellation
  • FAQ
  • All Tours
  • Best Tours
  • Destinations
  • Things to Do
  • Tour Deals
  • Tour Price Index
© 2026 Excurgo. Tour aggregator powered by Viator.
PrivacyTermsCookies
Home/Destinations/Luang Prabang/Luang Prabang in 2 days
2 days · Luang Prabang itinerary

Luang Prabang in 2 Days: The Ideal Itinerary

Two days in Luang Prabang add the river. This 2-day itinerary covers the temples, falls, Mekong and elephants — with the top-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: temples & falls
  2. 2Day 2: Mekong & Pak Ou
  3. 3Riverside villages
  4. 4Elephant sanctuary

Day 1: temples & falls

City temples and the Kuang Si Falls.

Day 2: Mekong & Pak Ou

Cruise to the Buddha caves and villages.

Afternoon: elephants

Visit an ethical elephant sanctuary.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Luang Prabang — prices per person.

Luang Prabang World Heritage City Tour & Kuangsi Falls
Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang World Heritage City Tour & Kuangsi Falls
5.0(3)·5 hours
from$95/ person
via Viator
Luang Prabang Mekong Sunset Cruise and Hot Pot Dinner
Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang Mekong Sunset Cruise and Hot Pot Dinner
5.0(10)·4–5 hours
from$55/ person
via Viator
Laos Elephant Sanctuary keeper+ Kuangsi waterfall +Hmong village
Luang Prabang
Laos Elephant Sanctuary keeper+ Kuangsi waterfall +Hmong village
4.7(29)·9 hours
from$118/ person
via Viator
Luang Prabang Alm Giving, Temples and Pak Ou Caves Private Tour
Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang Alm Giving, Temples and Pak Ou Caves Private Tour
5.0(1)·11 hours
from$163/ person
via Viator
Private Tour: Pak Ou Cave and Kuang Si Waterfall Tour from Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang
Private Tour: Pak Ou Cave and Kuang Si Waterfall Tour from Luang Prabang
4.9(17)·8 hours
from$195/ person
via Viator
Luang Prabang Temples, Royal Palace & Night Market Private Tour
Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang Temples, Royal Palace & Night Market Private Tour
5.0(1)·12 hours
from$108/ person
via Viator
Luang Prabang: Cruise to Pak Ou Caves & Kuang Si Waterfalls
Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang: Cruise to Pak Ou Caves & Kuang Si Waterfalls
4.9(1,940)·9 hours
from$49/ person
via Viator
Luang Prabang Temples and Royal Palace Museum Private Tour
Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang Temples and Royal Palace Museum Private Tour
5.0(1)·6 hours
from$58/ person
via Viator

Luang Prabang in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Luang Prabang?
Two days covers the temples and Kuang Si Falls on day one, and a Mekong cruise to the Pak Ou Caves and an elephant sanctuary on day two — a great mix of culture and nature.
What should I not miss in 2 days in Luang Prabang?
The Kuang Si Falls, the temples and Mount Phousi sunset, a Mekong cruise to Pak Ou, and the night market.
Is a Mekong cruise worth it in Luang Prabang?
Yes — a river cruise to the Pak Ou Caves or at sunset is a relaxing, scenic highlight of a Luang Prabang trip.

Explore more in Luang Prabang

Kuang Si WaterfallsMekong Cruise & Pak OuTemples & City Tour