ITINERARY IN DETAIL
DAY 01. ARRIVAL - LUANG
PRABANG
Welcome to Laos. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to
Luang Prabang, the World Heritage described by the UNESCO as
the best preserved city in South East Asia. We will start
with the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine of
Wat Aham, Wat Mai then climb up to the top of mountain
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. We will explore the night market, where
you can find a lovely selection of handmade textile made by
local and hill tribe people surrounding Luang Prabang.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
DAY 02. LUANG PRABANG - PAKOU - LUANG PRABANG (B/-/-)
Today, we enjoy a short sightseeing of 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. We then embark in a cruise
upstream on the Mekong river, which also gives us a
breathtaking view of the tranquil countryside as well as
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. On return, we take a short drive to Ban
Phanom, a small village known for its hand weaving.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
DAY 03. LUANG PRABANG – KHOUANGSI WATERFALLS (B/-/-)
Early wake up for a fantastic opportunity to participate in
the daily morning rituals of saffron-clothed monks who
collect offerings of Alms (ubiquitous sticky rice) from the
faithful residents. This tradition is very unique in Laos,
being the only Buddhist nation still preserving the
procession. You will visit the morning Phousi Market where
you will see such local different products as dried buffalo
skin, local tea and salt among the chickens, vegetables and
hill-tribe weavings. Laos is also known for its traditional
handicrafts, and today you will visit local village of Lao
ethnic minority groups at Ban Ouay and Ban Thapene. You may
also drive to the beautiful Khouangsi Waterfall where you
can splash around in the turquoise pools or walk along the
forest paths. We return to Luang Prabang by late afternoon
and continue to Ban Phanom, a well-known weaving village,
and then return to the city by late evening for observing
the sunset at Wat Siphouthabath. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
DAY 04. LUANG PRABANG – DEPARTURE (B/-/-)
After breakfast, we visit the National museum (close
Tuesday) at the former Royal Palace, which displays a lovely
collection of the artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao
culture dating from the days of the early kings to the last
sovereign. You will have free time to explore the town and
shopping before heading to airport for onward flight. Ends
of services
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EXCLUDES
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Private transportation in air-conditioned vehicles
• Accommodation in twin share
• Private boat trip as stated in above sights
• English speaking guide
• Admission fees to indicated sights
• Meals: daily breakfast at hotel
• Tax and service charge
• Luggage handling, bottles of drinking water every
day
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• Visa stamping fee
• Domestic air ticket with airport tax
• International air tickets to / from Laos
• Travel Insurance in all kinds
• Meals: lunch or dinner where not stated
• Single supplement
• Tip, drinks, personal expenses and others
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