Sightseeing Tour: Vientiane 1
Only have one day? You can still see Vientiane. Park at XL in the morning, take our shuttle to the border, and a car with driver will show you around to suit your group and schedule. Pick up your car in the evening, no need to change hotels.
Tour Highlights
Itinerary
- Park at XL → Shuttle to the border
Drive to XL in front of the Nong Khai border checkpoint and take our shuttle to the border.
- Meet your driver and head into Vientiane
Your car and driver will be waiting once you clear the border.
- Patuxai
Vientiane's landmark in the heart of the city
- Pha That Luang
Pay respects at the city's sacred stupa
- Wat Si Saket → Haw Phra Kaew
See the historic temple and Haw Phra Kaew
- Lunch
Restaurant stop (meals not included)
- A café or a stroll along the Mekong
Relax before heading back
- Return to Thailand and pick up your car at XL
The XL lot is open until 22:00.
*Times and order of stops may change depending on weather, traffic and your preferences.
Price includes
- Private car with driver for the whole tour
- Fuel
- Drinking water in the car
- Pickup and drop-off at the border checkpoint / hotel / station
Price excludes
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees / activities
- Accommodation (multi-day tours)
- Driver tips
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Travel Guide
Common questions travelers ask before heading to Laos from Nong Khai
Only have 1 day — can I see Vientiane?
Yes! Park at XL in the morning, head to the border, explore Vientiane, then pick up your car in the evening.
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Laos as a day trip or overnight — which suits you better?
A quick Vientiane visit works as a day trip. Want a relaxed pace or to go further? Stay overnight.
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Driving to Nong Khai and heading into Laos — where should you park?
Don't want to take your car across to Laos? The easiest option is to park on the Nong Khai side and head on to the border.
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