Laos is often described as the "Land of a Million Elephants," but to the modern traveler, it is perhaps better defined as the "Land of a Million Smiles." Beyond the golden temples of the cities lies a world where the pace of life is dictated by the seasons, the river, and the growth of rice. To truly experience this, one must leave the comfort of the tour bus. Authentic countryside cycling Laos is the ultimate key to unlocking the hidden rhythms of rural Southeast Asia.