DO and DON'T:

• Be mindful of Laos’ conservative culture. Dress in a conservative manner by not wearing tank tops or bikinis as they are not appropriate attire to wear in villages or in town.
• Avoid overt public displays of affection.
• Avoid using foul language.
• Respect their privacy. Generally, locals are happy to be in your photos if you respect their space. If possible, ask permission first. 
• Protect the environment and respect cultural resources. Walk carefully to avoid disturbing the natural ecosystem – stay on trekking paths or in designated areas. 
• By purchasing the local handicrafts and products you not only support the local economy, but you can also get some unique souvenirs! We don’t discourage bargaining but urge you to remember that a person’s livelihood depends on your purchase.
• Do not engage in child sexual exploitation or exploitation of any kind.
• Respect human rights in Laos just as you would at home.
• The local rule when being seated is to remove shoes and socks.

Luang Prabang, due to traditional and conservative culture, is often not coined as a nightlife destination. However, there are a few places where you can go and party. They are even open past midnight, where conversation and beer flow in harmony. You can enjoy your stay in Luang Prabang and make it more exciting if you know exactly where to go and what to do, as while the town lacks in loud and packed nightclubs there are few decent bars and clubs which stay open until 3 am, which are at the outskirts of the city. Try the 1861 Bar which is a French colonial Cafe and Bar. Icon Klub is a hidden cocktail bar that hosts poetry reading sessions from time to time. Lao Lao Beergarden, Hive Bar &Restaurants are other restaurants worth trying. It is to be kept in mind that there is a  curfew on bars located in the city center after 11.30pm. Nevertheless, you have other options like the Luang Prabang night market and Royal Ballet Theater which are worth exploring. 

• A walk through the old town: The old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is a highlight of the city. You can take a stroll or sit down for a while and at one of the beautiful coffee shops and simply discover the old town of Luang Prabang.
• After you've done that, it is recommended to try one of the restaurants at the riverside of the Mekong, where you can relax with an ice chilled beer and a stunning view over the river. You can also enjoy the riverside with a coffee, fruit shake or any other soft drink as well.
• The Tat Kuang Si Waterfall which is located about 30 kilometers out of the city.  Refreshing natural pools and lots of waterfall cascades with magnificent water.
• Try Lao cuisine: While you're here, you can try the cuisine of Laos, especially the famous Larb Moo! There are a lot of dishes to try and also many French-inspired dishes like Khao Jee – a fresh baguette with different fillings of sausage, cheese, etc.
•  A ride in an electric car. It is a highly recommend means of transportation in Luang Prabang. If you’re tired after walking around, you can easily take a ride home with those electric cars for about 3000 kips. 

• Pak Ou Caves and Kuang Si Waterfall: Where you can coordinate with transport or river crossings and tours to ensure you can reach both destinations in a single day. With an option to choose between an individualized private tour or a cost-effective group tour, you can create the perfect outing—whether you’re a solo traveler or exploring with friends.
• Luang Prabang Zip Line Adventure: If you are an adventure freak you can satisfy an appetite for adventure during a half-day zipline adventure from Luang Prabang. Which is suitable for families, this a high-octane experience which reveals Laos’ jungle from an entirely new perspective. Here you’ll spend the day ziplining, abseiling, and crossing rope bridges suspended high above the canopy, and have the freedom to choose between a morning or afternoon start time.
• Luang Prabang’s offers you a Hike and paddle through its tranquil countryside on a full-day tour which lets you explore through the jungle paths, rural villages, and terraced waterfalls. Here you can swim in a forest pool, then paddle a kayak down the Nam Khan River, which flows through villages and jungle in the Nam Khan River Valley. 

 If you are interested in picking up traditional handicrafts, Laos is an ideal destination for you. People here are specialized in Hill tribe silks, arts, crafts, jewelry.

• Try buying the beautiful Phaa sin: a wraparound skirt worn with a silver belt is the traditional dress of Lao women. 
• Carvings: From simple to aesthetic and highly spiritual, carvings in Laos are the wide variety of impressive pieces made of wood, bone, and stone. Lao craftsmen can carve all things in their daily life or their belief.
• Jewelry: The majority of jewelry shops are to be found along Samsenthai Street and trade primarily in silver and gold. The crafting of gold and silver jewelry is another skill that several hill tribes in Laos excel. 
• Coffee: Your Laos tour package is incomplete without taking coffee back as a souvenir. Laos is known as the best place in Southeast Asia to grow coffee. Laos Coffee is locally also known as Paksong since it is usually cultivated around the town of Paksong on the Boloven Plateau.
• Weaving silk: Silk is woven by the traditional methods in small workshops or homes throughout the country. The art of weaving is still much more than a home industry, which makes the smallest communities own the finest silk and cotton weavers in the world