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Khammouane

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Luang Prabang

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Phongsaly

Plain of Jars

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Saysomboune

Sekong

Vientiane Province

Vientiane Municipality

Xieng Khouang

Laos tours - Culture and History

ESSENTIAL LAOS

Notes:

• Border closing Thailand – Laos is normally opened 06:00am-04:00pm

• Tour in the southern Laos consider the long distance trip from place to place

• Southern Lao accommodation is facility and we provide you the best available in each area 

• Boat trip around Khong Island is provided by long tail boat, this is narrow boat

• Elephant riding is subject to available due to limit of elephant in this area of Phou Asa

• Your necessary meals are provided where the limitation of restaurant and it can be picnic lunch  

Day 01.   Bangkok – Ubon Ratchathani – Pakse – Khong Island  (-/L/-)

Take a flight from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani, on arrival meet and drive to Chongmek, crossing border to Laos and continuing to Pakse. Transfer directly to the pier of Pakse to take a traditional

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boat for a 2-hour cruise to Champassak. Continue then by car to Wat Phou, another World Heritage Site in Laos recognized by UNESCO in 2002, this ruin temple was built before Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, which is one of the most ancient Khmer temple architecture dating from the 8-11th century. In the afternoon drive to Khong Island and stop en route to visit the ruins of the Khmer temple of Oup Mong at Ban Houei Tomo. Arrive at Ban Hatsai Khoune before sunset and board a traditional long tail boat to reach Khong Island. Overnight in Khong Island.

Day 02.   Khong Island – Ban Khone – Khone Phapeng – Phou Asa – Pakse  (B/L/-)

After breakfast, continue by car to Ban Nakasang. Take a boat for a 20 minutes cruise to Ban Khone where the many old French buildings are seen. We continue discover the area of 4000 islands with our leisurely boat to visit one of the most beautiful waterfalls marking the end of Lao boundary to Cambodia call Liphi waterfall, known as the Samphamith. If we have luck, we may be seen the rare Mekong dolphin. Returning to Ban Nakasang and drive to famous waterfalls of Khone Phapeng. The largest waterfall in South East Asia. In the afternoon drive to Pakse and, on the way stop in Phou Asa to visit the vestiges of this temple dating from the 18th century [if time permits and elephants available] we experience elephant riding for 2hrs through the forest path and then driving to Pakse before sunset and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Pakse.

Day 03.   Pakse – Saravanh –Boloven – Tadlo  (B/L/-)

After breakfast excursion drive to Tadlo via the plateau of Boloven where tea and coffee plantations growing and most famous Lao coffee. You have chance to observe the traditional coffee and tea maker. En route visit the minority villages of Ban Tateng and experience the daily lifestyle of ethnic minority people of Alack, Katu, Nge that remain not so much change their lifestyle, we continue to Tadlo and visiting the charming village of Tadlo area then transfer you to Tadlo resort, enjoy swimming in the pool of Tadlo waterfall where your accommodation near by. Overnight in Tadlo

Day 04.   Tadlo – Pakse – Vientiane  (B/-/-)

Very early morning, we drive to Pakse to board a flight to Vientiane Capital, upon arrival; you are met and transferred to our centrally located hotel. A city tour acquaints us with the major sights of the capital. We visit the sacred Wat Sisaket the oldest temple 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 Patuxay Monument, which is well known as Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph, sunset by Mekong Riverside and late evening. Overnight in Vientiane

Day 05.   Vientiane - Luang Prabang  (B/-/-)

After breakfast, then free time until your transfer to the airport for a short flight to Luang Prabang. Check in the hotel. Visit Wat Visoun, the site of impressive Thad Makmo stupa. The rounded dome is stylistically more Sinhalese than Lao. Phou Sii hill stands right in the center of this small city. Climb its 350 steps to enjoy commanding views for many miles in each direction. Wat Phu Sii sits atop the mountain, alongside the skeletons of Indochina war anti-aircraft guns! Then continue to visit Wat Mai. Built in 1796, the five-tiered roof of the wooden Sim (chapel) emphasizes the graceful Luang Prabang architectural style. Wat Xiengthong is considered to emphasize & characterize the uniqueness of Luang Prabang's local style: its several roofs sweep low to the ground. See also the impressive "tree of life" mosaic here. The gilt panel on the exterior of the chapel depicts semi-erotic episodes from the Ramayana; visit the National Museum, which was once a king's palace. Displayed inside is a collection of personal artifacts of the royal family, including photos, musical instruments, and many gifts received from the dignitaries of foreign countries. Then return to your hotel. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 06.   Luang Prabang - Pak Ou Caves & Ban Phanom  (B/-/-)

After breakfast, begin a full day boat trip on the mighty Mekong River to visit the Pak Ou Caves with their lacquered Buddha statues. Then make a visit to the village of Ban Phanom where traditional Lao textiles are woven on ancient wooden looms. Then return to Luang Prabang. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 07.   Luang Prabang - Departure  (B/-/-)

Breakfast, free at leisure discovery and transfer to airport flight to Bangkok, Siem Reap or Chiangmai.

QUOTATION (per person in US$)

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INCLUDES

• Transportation in private air-conditioned & included transfer from Oubon Airport-Chong Mek border

• Domestic airticket PKZ-VTE-LPQ with airport tax

• Accommodation in twin shared 

• Private Boat trip as stated in above sights

• English speaking guide (each city)

• Admission fee to indicated sights

• Elephant riding 2 hrs

• Meals: daily breakfast at hotel

• Gov’t tax and service charge

• Luggage handling and drinking water

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EXCLUDES

• Visa stamping fee on arrival US$30.00 / pax

• Int’l airport departure tax US$10.00 / pax

• Int’l air tickets to / from Laos

• Travel Insurance in all kinds

• Meals:(lunch or dinner, quoted separately)

• Single room (quoted separately)

• Tip, drinks, personal expenses and others

HOTEL USED (or equivalent)

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