Impression of laos 5 days

Combination and comparison of two capitals of two different generations in two centuries. Cover the most worthy sightseeing points in Laos, easy to combine with a tour from Northern Vietnam or Thailand.

DAY 1. ARRIVAL –VIENTIANE

DAY 2. VIENTIANE - LUANG PRABANG (B/-/-)

DAY 3. LUANG PRABANG - PAK OU CAVES (B/-/-)

DAY 4. LUANG PRABANG – KHOUANGSI WATERFALLS (B/-/-)

DAY 5. LUANG PRABANG – DEPARTURE (B/-/-)

After breakfast, we enjoy a short-guided tour seeing the city’s oldest temple of impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrines of Wat Aham, Wat Mai, Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its low sweeping roofs, representing classical Laotian architecture. We then board a cruise upstream on the Mekong river, which gives us a panoramic view of the tranquil countryside as well as an interesting visit to the mysterious of 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. We then continue to see the royal temple at Wat Longkhoun, which once belonged to the royal family near the Sackarine Caves. On our way back to the city, we take a short drive to Ban Phanom, a village well known for its crafts, pottery and hand weaving.  Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Impression of Laos 5 Days

DAY 4. 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.

Impression of Laos 5 Days

DAY 5. 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

SERVICES INCLUDED

•             Private transportation in air-conditioned vehicles

•             Accommodation in twin share

•             Domestic air ticket Vientiane – Luang Prabang with airport tax

•             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

SERVICES EXCLUDED

•             Visa stamping fee

•             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