Private Tour
Xiengman Village Hidden Treasure Walking Trails
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Discover the authentic charm of Xiengman Village, a serene riverside community rich in culture and history. Just minutes from Luang Prabang, the Hidden Treasure Walking Trails offer a unique journey through centuries-old temples, artisan workshops, and beautiful nature trails, guided by local villagers. Immerse yourself in traditional Lao life and explore sacred sites while gaining insights into local customs and folklore. This tour not only supports sustainable tourism but also enriches your understanding of the region's heritage.
- Explore ancient temples and meet local monks in a peaceful setting
- Participate in hands-on craft workshops with skilled artisans
- Follow scenic nature trails with stunning views of the Mekong River
- Engage in cultural storytelling with local guides, sharing their community's history
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Lao Old House - Xiengman Village Hidden Treasure Walking Trails
This traditional Lao old house in Xiengman Village serves as the starting and ending point of the tour and the main hiking station. Travelers will explore the house and surrounding area, featuring local artwork, cultural displays, photographs explaining Lao traditions, and old household items used in daily village life. Guests can relax at the on-site café, enjoy the peaceful village atmosphere, and learn about Lao culture before and after the hike with insights from a local guide.
Wat Long Khoun
Travelers visit Wat Long Khoun, a historic 18th-century temple on the Mekong River opposite Luang Prabang’s Old Town. Our guide explains its royal history as a former purification temple for Lao kings, highlights the unique murals and traditional architecture, and shares stories about Buddhist rituals once performed here. Guests have time to explore the peaceful grounds and enjoy river views.
What‘s Included
Coffee and Tea is Provided
Meals is Included for all of the trip
Entrance Fee to the temples and site is included
Transportation Used During the Trip is included
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Xiengman Village Temple Walk
Xiengman Village Temple Walk: Explore a sacred cave, visit five temples, hike to a guardian god site, and join a traditional Lao flower pagoda blessing.
Duration: 5 hours
Pickup included
Xiengman Village Walk
Duration: 4 hours
Xiengman Village Walk: Explore a cultural museum, join local crafts, visit a village school, and enjoy Mekong views and tea/coffee at Wat Chomphet.
Xiengman Village Forest Trek
Xiengman Village Forest Trek: Sacred cave exploration, Mekong fishing, guided forest hike, and outdoor Lao cooking.
Pickup included
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A contemplative tour
Gustavo G,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00One of my best days in Luang Prabang. My guide Vongkham was awesome, explained lots of things about Lao culture, budhism and local legends. The temples in the Woods are simply amazing. You like tours where you can contemplate without lots of people around, that's for you
Unique and Pleasant Experience
danitac447,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a truly enjoyable experience on this tour. Even though I skipped the more challenging section because of knee issues, the forest walk was gentle and very manageable, with a gradual incline leading up to the temple sites. The brick-paved paths made walking easy, and passing through the small villages along the way was a highlight. Our guide shared so much about village life—plants, food, daily activities, and the local approach to education—which really brought the surroundings to life. The cultural insight was fascinating. I learned about the structure of Buddhist monasteries, the training of monks and novices, and the ways villagers support and maintain the temples. Visiting unique temples and hearing the history of the three different tribes in the region—lowland, midland, and highland—added depth and context that made the walk far more than just a scenic outing. A memorable part of the day was taking a longboat to the middle of the Mekong River for a fresh, grilled fish lunch. Along the way, we learned about local fishing techniques, the river’s importance, and how these practices sustain families. Our guide also explained how villagers are developing crafts to support economic growth, which gave a sense of the community’s resilience and creativity. It was an engaging, thoughtful tour that left me with a real appreciation for both the landscape and the people.
Off the beaten track tour in Chompet
gracelF9588QM,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My guide came to pick me up from my hotel before 9 am and I was back in Luang Prabang city before 1 pm. We then traveled to the jetty to take the boat to Chompet and started the trek. The highlights of this trip were the secret cave and buddhas in the jungle. We also did a spot of fishing where we caught a catfish (apparently I was lucky since the fisherman didn't catch any during the last 3 tours). We ended the trek with a delicious lunch at Lao Old House where I had Lao noodles and fried fish. I enjoyed this trip as the area was quiet and not crowded with tourists. My guide was Malaysian Chinese and spoke English, Mandarin and Laos, and was very knowledgeable and obliging. I recommend this to anyone interested in exploring places off the beaten track.
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