Day1. Arrival – Luang Prabang
Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Luang Prabang is perhaps the best-preserved traditional city in Southeast Asia. The tranquility and charm of this town with its splendid natural scenery and cultural sights make it one of the most delightful places to visit in Laos. Today is free at your leisure to explore the city. Overnight in Luang Prabang
Day2. Luang Prabang – City Tour (B)
After breakfast, we enjoy a short-guided tour seeing the city’s oldest temple of Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, which represents classical Laotian architecture. Today, we also visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrines of Wat Aham and Wat Mai. We then climb up to the top of Mount Phousi for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a panoramic view of the city at sunset and the Mekong River. From there, we explore the Night Market, where you can find a lovely selection of handmade textiles made by local and hilltribe people surrounding Luang Prabang. Overnight in Luang Prabang
Day3. Luang Prabang – Kuangsi Water fall – Pak Ou (B)
After breakfast, we drive to Kuangsi Waterfall, Laos is also known for its traditional crafts, and today you will visit local villages of Lao ethnic minority groups at Ban Na Ouan, a Hmong village, Ban Ou, Laoloum Village and Ban Thapene, all Khmu villages. This then takes us to the beautiful Khouangsi Waterfall where you can cool off with a refreshing swim in the pools or walk along the forest trails. We return to the city by afternoon for lunch then we take cruise to pakou cave After drive back to Luangprabang we then take a cruise up to Mekong which also gives us a breathtaking view of the tranquil countryside as well time to explore the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims. Along the way, we stop at the village of Ban Xanghai, where they make the local rice wine, after visited the Pak Ou Ccave but Pha An Stone Cliff don’t be missed. We then take a boat down to Luangprabang City by sunset time. Overnight in Luang Prabang
Day4: Luang Prabang – Vientiane (B) by Train
An optional early start gives you the fantastic opportunity to participate in the daily morning rituals of saffron-clad monks collecting offerings of Alms (often in the form of sticky rice) from the faithful residents. This tradition is very unique in Laos, being the only Buddhist nation still preserving the ritual.
After breakfast we visit to the Royal Palace Museum, which hosts a range of interesting artifacts then it’s free time for Tea and Coffee then transfer to Train Station to Vientiane. Upon arrival we will drive around city and along the Mekong River then it’s free time for your leisure. Overnight in Vientiane
Day5: Vientiane City Tour – Departure (B)
After breakfast, we will visit the oldest, Wat Sisaket, a temple of thousands of miniature Buddha statues, and the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo, which previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Image. We also visit Lao national icon, That Luang Stupa, and we stop to take some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument, which is Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph. Then it’s free time for little shopping then transfer to the airport. (End of Service)
Inclusive of above prices: |
· Private transportation in private · Accommodation in twin shared room · Train Ticket from Luangprabang – Vientiane · Private boat trip as stated in above sights · English speaking guide · Admission fee to indicated sights · Meals: as mentioned in the itineraries (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner) · Gov’t tax and service charge · Luggage handling and drinking water |
Exclusive of above prices: |
· Visa stamping fee on arrival · Domestic air ticket as stated only · Int’l air tickets to/from Laos · Travel Insurance in all kinds · Single room (quoted separately) · Other foreign language guide · Peak tourist season or special event rates · Tip, drinks and other personal expenses |
Cancellation policy:
- No Show = 100 % charge
- 1-7days = 50 % of the tour price
- 8-14days = 30 % of the tour price
- 15-30 days = 10 % of the tour price
- 31 days up = no charge
Additional Remarks:
- Itinerary is subject to change depending on the confirmed flights, road conditions, and room
- Hotels listed in above might not be up to standard of your expectation, especially in the remote area where limitation of accommodation.
- Prices are subject to change in case of VAT or other tax increases and USD currency fluctuations