Private Luang Prabang Photography Expedition

5-Day Cultural Photography Journey with Time Magazine Photographer Jonathan Taylor

Tour Price (per day)

• $500 USD per day (Single) – Total $3,500
• (Double, shared accommodation) – Total $4,500
• Two members Maximum

Experience the Hidden Laos

Discover the mystical heart of Laos through your lens. Join internationally acclaimed photojournalist Jonathan Taylor for an intimate photography adventure through ancient temples, remote hill tribes, and timeless river life. Limited to 6 photographers, this tour provides unique access to authentic cultural experiences while mastering the art of visual storytelling.

Daily Itinerary

Day 1: Sacred City Introduction

• Afternoon: Welcome meeting and equipment review
• Golden hour shoot at Wat Xieng Thong
• Traditional market photography
• Sunset over Mekong River
• Evening: Night market documentation
• Welcome dinner and trip briefing
• Technical session: Low-light photography
• Overnight: Sofitel Luang Prabang

Day 2: Life Along the Mekong

• Pre-dawn: Document morning alms giving
• Traditional breakfast experience
• Mekong River journey
• Hill tribe village visits
• Environmental portraits
• River life documentation
• Sunset over Mekong
• Evening review session
• Overnight: Luang Prabang

Day 3: Mountain Communities

• Early departure to hill tribes
• Hmong village documentation
• Traditional craft photography
• Portrait sessions
• Mountain landscape techniques
• Cultural ceremonies
• Evening post-processing workshop
• Overnight: Luang Prabang

Day 4: Kuang Si Falls & Culture

• Dawn temple photography
• Journey to Kuang Si Falls
• Waterfall photography techniques
• Local community visits
• Traditional ceremonies
• Ethnic minority documentation
• Blue hour photography
• Overnight: Luang Prabang

Day 5: Personal Projects

• Sunrise shoot option
• Individual photo assignments
• Traditional craft documentation
• Rice whiskey distillation
• Silk weaving workshops
• Agricultural life
• Final portfolio review
• Farewell dinner
• Overnight: Luang Prabang

Photography Focuses

• Environmental portraiture
• Cultural documentation
• Landscape techniques
• Low-light photography
• Motion and water
• Street photography
• Storytelling through images

Professional Guidance Includes

• Daily technique workshops
• One-on-one instruction
• Post-processing sessions
• Story development
• Portfolio review
• Location guidance
• Cultural insights

What’s Included

• Professional photography instruction
• Luxury accommodation
• Private transportation
• Local guides
• River boat trips
• Village access
• Welcome dinner
• Daily breakfast
• Post-processing workshops

Pricing

• $500 USD per day (Single)
• $450 USD per day (Double)
• Custom tours available

Essential Equipment

• DSLR/Mirrorless camera
• Wide-angle to telephoto lenses
• Tripod
• ND filters
• Laptop with Adobe software
• Weather protection
• Comfortable walking shoes

Why Choose This Tour

• Led by Time Magazine photographer
• Authentic cultural access
• Small group experience
• Professional instruction
• Unique location access
• Cultural immersion
• Portfolio development

Transform your photography while experiencing the authentic heart of Laos

Contact Us for the next available dates: info@photographyschoolasia.com 

For One-To-One or Private Bespoke Photography Courses in Laos visit Luang Prabang Photography Course