🌿 Private Driver & Vehicle · From Pakse
Bolaven Plateau · Wat Phou · 4000 Islands
3 or 4 Days · Private Driver
See the best of southern Laos in one trip with a private driver from Pakse. These 3 and 4 day tours link the waterfalls and coffee of the Bolaven Plateau, the temple at Wat Phou, and the islands and falls of the 4000 Islands. Prices are per vehicle for up to 6 people, at your own pace, with a guide, meals and accommodation available on request.
Two tours · Choose your length
Itinerary

A first swim stop at a wide, calm fall as you climb onto the plateau.

The plateau's two signature falls, the twin drop of Tad Fane and the tiered pools of Tad Yuang.

On foot or by local tractor with Mr Hook or Mr Somphone, with English-speaking local guides, highland life at its own pace.

A morning at the falls beside the village before the drive down toward the Mekong.

A quiet forest temple on the way down from the plateau.

A coffee farm and village visit with an English-speaking local guide.

The pre-Angkorian Khmer temple rising up the hillside, reached in the afternoon.

The largest waterfall in Southeast Asia by volume, thundering across the Mekong.
Drop-off at the boat pier for Don Det and Don Khone to continue south, or visit the islands and drive back to Pakse with your driver around 5 PM.
Itinerary

A first swim stop at a wide, calm fall as you climb onto the plateau.

The plateau's two signature falls, the twin drop of Tad Fane and the tiered pools of Tad Yuang.

On foot or by local tractor with Mr Hook or Mr Somphone, with English-speaking local guides, highland life at its own pace.

A morning at the falls beside the village before the drive down toward the Mekong.

A quiet forest temple on the way down from the plateau.

A coffee farm and village visit with an English-speaking local guide.

The pre-Angkorian Khmer temple rising up the hillside, reached in the afternoon.

The largest waterfall in Southeast Asia by volume, thundering across the Mekong.

Cross to the islands by boat. Suggested for the afternoon: bicycle around the island, a swim, or a sunset boat cruise.

Suggested for the morning: a tuk tuk tour around Don Det and Don Khone, Li Phi Falls and the old suspension bridges.
Meet your driver and drive back to Pakse in the afternoon.
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The private minivan and driver for the whole trip, fuel, tolls and parking. It's per vehicle for up to 6 people, not per person. Meals, accommodation, entrance fees, boats and personal expenses are not included, so you choose where to stay and eat, or we can arrange an all-inclusive version.
The 3-day and 4-day share the same first two days, nights in Tad Lo and Champasak, with the plateau, villages and Wat Phou. The 3-day then finishes at the 4000 Islands and can drive back the same day. The 4-day adds a night on the islands and a full day to explore Don Det and Don Khone. Tell us your dates and we'll help you choose.
Yes. Both tours finish in the 4000 Islands, so you can be dropped there to continue toward Cambodia or to stay on, instead of driving back to Pakse. Just let us know when you book.
Yes. These are private tours, so the pace and stops are flexible, and we're happy to build a custom version around your interests and dates. Send us what you have in mind.
Nights are in Tad Lo, Champasak and on the islands depending on the tour. Accommodation isn't included by default so you can pick your own comfort level, or we can book it for you as part of an all-inclusive package.
A small deposit secures the booking. It's refundable up to 30 days before departure, less a $15 administration fee. Within 30 days of departure the deposit is non-refundable.
Take any one of these as its own tour, or add an experience along the way.