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Suggested route
- Luang Prabang · 4 nights
Alms rituals, night markets, French colonial charm - Vang Vieng · 2 nights
Limestone karsts, tubing, cave temples, adventure base - Vientiane · 2 nights
Pha That Luang, Buddha Park, riverside sunset walks - Si Phan Don (4000 Islands) · 3 nights
Mekong slowdown, waterfalls, dolphin spotting, island pace
Where to stay: Mix local guesthouses ($15–25/night) with one mid-range riverside lodge for balance and immersion.
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