Laos Road trips
2 curated road trips in Laos — Thakhek Loop, Bolaven Plateau Loop. Mapped stops, distance, duration, best season, and practical route notes.
These 2 routes range from 320 to 450 km and from 2 to 4 days, across 1 country. Top picks: Thakhek Loop, Bolaven Plateau Loop.
IconicThakhek LoopThe Thakhek Loop is a classic central Laos motorbike and road trip, starting and ending in Thakhek on the Mekong. It winds through limestone karst hills, quiet villages, river caves, and the dramatic Kong Lor Cave area, with a mix of smooth roads, rough patches, and unforgettable scenery.
IconicBolaven Plateau LoopThis classic Laos loop climbs from Pakse onto the cool, forested Bolaven Plateau, circling coffee country, crater lakes, and some of the country’s best waterfalls. The route links village roads and paved mountain sections into an easygoing road trip with frequent scenic stops and local homestays.