 For many years, a journey through Laos consists of a whistle-stop tour through the two main towns of Vientiane and Luang Prabang, with perhaps a brief detour to the mysterious Plain of Jars or ancient Wat Phou. However, those willing to explore further and brave difficult roads and basic, candlelit accommodation will be rewarded with sights of a rugged natural landscape and ethnically diverse not much changed from those that greeted French explorers more than a century ago.
Place to visit : Vientiane - Luang Prabang
Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival Vientiane
On arrival Wattay airport, you will be met and transferred to our centrally located hotel. After refreshment, we start visiting the major sights of the capital, including the oldest Wat Sisaket with thousands of miniature Buddha statues and the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Image. On the way to the famous and sacred structure of That Luang Stupa, we stop to take some pictures of the imposing Patuxai which is well known as Vientiane’s own Arc de Triomple. Overnight in Vientiane (-/-/D)
Day 02: Vientiane – Luang Prabang (by air and road)
A short flight to Luang Prabang, this 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. After check-in hotel, we visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine of Wat Mai. We then climb up to the top of Phousi Hill for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a beautiful sunset view of the city and the Mekong River. Overight at Luang Prabang (-/L/D)
Day 03: Luang Prabang – Par ou Caves – Luang Prabang (road and boat)
Today, we enjoy a short guided tour seeing the city’s oldest temple and the magnificent Wat Xieng Thong with its roof sweeping low to the ground, which represent the classical architecture of Luang Prabang temple. We then embark on a cruide upstream on the Mekong River which also gives us a beautiful view of the tranquil countryside as well as an interesting visit to the mysterious of Pak Ou Caves, creamed with thousands og gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes. Along the way, we stop at the village of Ban Xang Hai, where they make the local rice wine. On return, we take a short drive to Ban Phanom, well known for its hand weaving. Overnight in Luang Prabang (B,L,D)
Day 4: Luang Prabang – Vientiane (by air and road)
Visit the National Museum at the former Royal Palace, which displays a lovely collection of the artifacts reflecting the richness of Laos culture dating from the day of the early Kings right through the last sovereign and the cental market are not to be missed. We visit these sight this morning before we take a flight back to Vientiane. On upon arrival, we visit the major temples including the oldest Wat Siaket with thousands of miniature Buddha Image. On the way to the famous, sacred structure of That Luang stupa, we stop to take some pictures of the imposing Patuxai Monument which is Vientiane’s Own Arc de Triomphe. Overnight in Vientiane (B,L,D)
Day 05: Departure (by air)
After breakfast, free for last minute shopping until time transfer to Wattay airport for departure (B/-/-)
Service includes:
- A/C vehicle transfer with driver.
- Free 01 FOC 16 pax up
- Hotel accommodation in twin sharing room with daily breakfast.
- Sightseeing and entrance fee at all mentioned sites.
- Boat trip on Mekong Delta as program
- English, French, Chinese and Thai speaking local guide.
- Meal as stated in itinerary.
- NTA and GOV tax tour.
- Travel insurance.
Service excludes:
- An entry visa ( if require)
- ( Supplement German and Japanese speaking guide is 60USD/day)
- Pre and Post trip in Laos (if any)
- International airfare and domestic airfare and airport taxes.
- Entrance fee for photo and video camera to the sites.
- Drinks in meals and mini bar as well.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, photos, and tell/fax fees.
- Others not mentioned in the price above.
- Tips and gratitude for guide, porters and drivers.
Note :
- B: is breakfast; L: is lunch; D: is dinner.
- Above price is Net per person, and quoted in US dollars.
- Tariff rates and conditions subject to change without prior notice.
- Christmas and New Year’s dinner supplement ( will be advised at time of booking)/
- Itinerary is subject to charges depending on road conditions, and availability of rooms.
- Children less than tow year of age are free of charge, sharing room with their parent.
- Children from 2 to 11 year of age surcharge 70% Adult fare, sharing room with their parent.
- Full tour fare will be applicable for children 12 year of age and over with own extra bed and food.
Price : Per person base on 2 people travelling together
- Deluxe ( 5 Star Hotels ): US$684
- Superior ( 4 Star Hotels ): US$550
- Standard ( 3 Star Hotels ): US$380
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