Xam Neua District

Visit a traditional Tai Daeng weaving village
Learn natural dye & hand-loom weaving techniques
Explore the peaceful suburban rice fields
Visit local morning market with fresh northern Lao food
Taste rare Houaphanh dishes you won’t find in restaurants
Explore hidden temples and caves with cultural significance
Meet families who preserve old Lao traditions
Discover the history of the Pathet Lao period & Viengxay influence

Food Experience – Rare Houaphanh Flavors

Xam Neua offers some of the most unique dishes in Laos. During the tour, you will enjoy:

Or Lam Sam Neua – northern-style stew
 Jeo Mak Keng – wild fern chili dip
Pa Ping Kai Dam – grilled local black chicken
Khao Kam – traditional black sticky rice
 Seasonal forest vegetables & herbal soups

Meals are prepared by locals using ingredients from their own farms.

Tour Itinerary

(Times flexible depending on season & traveler preferences)

 8:30 AM — Pickup at your hotel or guesthouse

Meet your local guide and begin the drive through scenic mountain roads.

9:00 AM — Visit Tai Daeng Weaving Village

Learn about:

• natural dye process

• hand-loom weaving

• textile traditions passed down for generations

You can try weaving your own small pattern.

10:30 AM — Explore Rural Life

Walk through rice fields and wooden houses, meet local families, and learn about their lifestyle and traditions in northern Laos.

12:00 PM — Homecooked Lunch

Enjoy rare northern Lao dishes prepared by a host family.
Learn how each dish is made and where the ingredients come from.

1:30 PM — Historical Exploration

Visit:

• Wat Phoxaysanalam (local temple)

• Hidden cave related to Lao revolutionary history

• Local storytelling from elders

3:00 PM — Xam Neua Morning Market

Walk through the bustling market to see:

• forest mushrooms

• medicinal herbs

• handmade crafts

• unique northern snacks

4:00 PM — Drop-off at your hotel