Skip the crowded mid-day river tours and book a sunrise kayaking excursion to the caves instead. You see thousands of miniature Buddha statues tucked into the cliffside, which feels surreal in the quiet morning light. The hike up to the upper cave is steep but offers a better look at the artifacts. Honestly, don't spend more than an hour here; the boat ride up the Mekong is the best part of the trip.
