Highlights
- Join - in the hustle and bustle pace of the capital city Vientiane of Laos, where the distinctive culture of Southeast Asia is displayed.
- Immerse in the ancient city of the long-lasting temples and pagoda in Luang Prabang
- Dive in the cool water of the Khuang Si Waterfall and take a stroll in the forest
- Shopping for fresh food and sophisticated souvenirs at Laos' authentic morning markets
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Upon your arrival, our local tour guide is ready to pick you up and take you to your hotel in Vientiane – Laos' attractive capital, which owns splendid monuments and the tranquil atmosphere on the riverside.
Meals on your own. Overnight stay in Vientiane.
The captivating capital of Laos, a beautiful combined city's picture of Lao, Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese, French, Soviet culture, Vientiane, will make tourists spend a full day enjoying.
Follow the schedule, we shall first visit the most impressive sites of all: the National Museum and Wat Sisaket – the greatest temple that still preserves its numerous silver and porcelain images through a long period of time, which also give you the best imagination about the past. Then, we will stop at Haw Phra Kaeo - the gigantic temple that is gorgeous inside out. The temple was built as Emerald Buddha’s home, its yard was full of frangipani trees.
In the afternoon, we shall browse at the Morning market’s older part and then heading for Pha That Luang. This magnificent gilded stupa is like a mirror and reflects the blue sky beautifully. Thereupon, get ready for a sweaty journey when hiking the Arc De Triomphe of Laos, Patuxai. The building owns a gorgeous mosaic on the ceiling, when getting on top, the whole sight of Vientiane shall be reveal.
Later in the afternoon, we will take a departure flight to Luang Prabang. When you arrive at the airport, you will be transferred to your hotel for check in. Meals on your own. Overnight stay in Luang Prabang.
OPTIONAL: Tak Bat ceremony (from 2 people upward).
If you manage to wake up early, attend the alms giving ceremony for cultural knowledge. Highly recommend you to watch the sunrise at the crossroads in town about 05.00 AM. At that time in Luang Prabang, monks in saffron robes from many temples will have walked in long silent line to receive the offerings, which are sincerely offered to them.
In the morning, depart for the Phousi Mount, from which you can catch the vista of the nature around and the city.
Then, let’s move quick to Vat Xieng Thong (Royal City’s Temple) – an important ancient evidence about religious, royalty and art.
After that, the destination of Wat Visoun is waiting ahead. The temple owns a strange and incredible structure of Lao former style.
Coming up next is the Wat Mai temple. Located nearby Royal Palace, the stunning temple was built in 18th century and is the largest, most decorated temple of Luang Prabang.
One more destination to go: Kuang Si Falls, which is lovely with turquoise water. During your transfer, hundred miles of rice paddy fields, small rustic villages alongside the path are pleasing to watch. We will stop as some villages to sightsee and have a chance to swim in the basins.
You will have your free time for the rest of the day.
Meals on your own. Overnight stay in Luang Prabang.
In the morning, you will take a two-hour cruise to the upstream from the center of Luang Prabang. There, plenty of Buddha images in Pak Ou caves are wonderful to contemplate. Pak Ou (mouth of the Ou river), the Tham Ting (lower cave) and the Tham Theung (upper cave) are ideal position to look out the Mekong river.
Near the river’s side, exist the several caves. Not far from the caves, the Ban Xang Hai village is tranquilly situated. Right there, you shall spend a little time to get to know LauLao (Lao whisky) and LauHai (Lao rum). Then, you will travel back to Luang Prabang. On your way, the vehicle will stop at Ban Xang Khong and Ban Xienglek for tourist to observe the process of making Jute Sar paper by hands.
You will have your free time for the rest of the day.
Dinner on your own. Overnight stay in Luang Prabang.
Have your time and be ready to transfer to the airport (without guide) and catch your flight back home. Room must be returned before noon.
Meals on your own.
End of tour services.
Inclusions
- Accommodation in a shared twin or shared double room with daily breakfast
- 01 Regional flight: Vientiane – Luang Prabang
- Tours and transfers as mentioned by private air conditioned vehicle
- Boat trips as mentioned in the itinerary
- Local English speaking guide
- Meals where mentioned (B: breakfast; L: lunch; D: dinner)
- Entrance fees
- Water for activities (1 bottle per person per day)
Exclusions
- International flight tickets
- Laos visa
- Single supplement surcharge
- Other meals than mentioned
- Other services than mentioned
- Surcharge for Special Holidays (Christmas, New Year,…)
- Drinks, other than water on activity days
- Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, drinks, tip...)
- Travel insurance