Discover luang prabang the most famous beautiful town in laos on this 4 day trip full of must see destinations in and surrounding town luang prabang is a very special small city located approximately 240 miles north of vientiane it is deservedly a unesco world heritage site located on the confluence of two rivers the mekong and the nam khan it is known for its many temples monasteries and colorful golden roofs you can also find french provincial style houses in the very center of luang