Highlight Laos Tour Package 7D/6N
Day 1: Luang Prabang Arrival – Phousi Mt. Viewpoint And Night Market
Meals included: Dinner
Day 2: Visiting Kuang Si Falls, Slow Boat To Pak Ou Caves, Whisky Village And Mekong Sunset Cruise
Meals Included: Breakfast; Lunch
Day 3: Luang Prabang Alms Giving Ceremony, LCT Train To Vang Vieng
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 4: Pha Ngeun View Point, Tham Phu Kham Cave, Tham Jang & Blue Lagoon
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5: Vang Vieng To Vientiane
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6: Fullday Vientiane City Tour
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch,
Day 7: Vientiane - Departure
Price Per Person in USD
Deluxe Option: US$525/pax / Single surcharge US$105 / High season surcharge US$30/pax
Premium Option: US$675/pax / Single surcharge US$165 / High season surcharge US$60/pax
Travel dates:
2024 Departure dates:Jan 14, Feb 19, Mar 24, April 29, Jun 3, July 14, Aug 19, Sep 24, Oct 29, Nov 24, Dec 4
Notes:
Double / Twin shared room
Hotel can be changed to the similar hotel if the mentioned one is not available
High Season: (Oct 1, 2023 - April 30, 2024 / Oct 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025)
Hotel in all locations:
Children Price:
Package included:
+ Accommodation optional
+ Private transfer on tour and pick up, drop off (Airport/train station)
+ E.S tour guide – Experience Guide
+ Daily bottle of mineral water
+ Meals as mentioned
+ All entrance fee on tours
+ Vang Vieng, Luang Prabang boat fee
+ Sticky rice, snack and fruits for alms giving tour,
+ Tea, coffee, fruit on boat while visiting Boat to Pak Ou Caves
Package excluded:
- Optional tours and Activities
- Drinks
- Tips
- Travel insurance
- Laos arrival and departure air-tickets
- Personal expense and others not mentioned
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On arrival you will be picked up by our driver from airport and transferred to your centrally located hotel to check in and relax.
At 4.30pm you will be picked up by our tour guide, we will visit Phousi mountain. Rising 150 meters above the center of town, Mount Phousi cuts a distinctive figure on the Luang Prabang skyline. The hill is popular as a place to watch the sun set over the Mekong River. From the summit you can enjoy a spectacular 360-degree outlook across the city and its many temples, and out over the surrounding landscape to the mountains in the distance. Count on spending a couple of hours for the climb and descent, with several stops to see the temples, rest under the shady trees and admire the magical views.
After visiting Phousi mountain, we will have Dinner in a delicious restaurant in old quarter, then our tour guide will lead you visit Night market with a few hundred stalls.. The products range from chess games in ornamental stone to silk scarves, passing by embroidery, sculpture, more or less real opium pipes, portrayals of Buddha in all imaginable forms, local paintings, done around the symbolic Buddhist representations, etc. It is a place where you must go and where bargaining is often very colorful.
Overnight: Luang Prabang – Optional HotelAt 4.30pm you will be picked up by our tour guide, we will visit Phousi mountain. Rising 150 meters above the center of town, Mount Phousi cuts a distinctive figure on the Luang Prabang skyline. The hill is popular as a place to watch the sun set over the Mekong River. From the summit you can enjoy a spectacular 360-degree outlook across the city and its many temples, and out over the surrounding landscape to the mountains in the distance. Count on spending a couple of hours for the climb and descent, with several stops to see the temples, rest under the shady trees and admire the magical views.
After visiting Phousi mountain, we will have Dinner in a delicious restaurant in old quarter, then our tour guide will lead you visit Night market with a few hundred stalls.. The products range from chess games in ornamental stone to silk scarves, passing by embroidery, sculpture, more or less real opium pipes, portrayals of Buddha in all imaginable forms, local paintings, done around the symbolic Buddhist representations, etc. It is a place where you must go and where bargaining is often very colorful.
Meals included: Dinner
Day 2: Visiting Kuang Si Falls, Slow Boat To Pak Ou Caves, Whisky Village And Mekong Sunset Cruise
9am Being picked up from your hotels in Luang Prabang city center than take up to one hour road trip to Kuang Si falls. This adventure destination package takes you to Kuang Si Waterfalls. These waterfalls are magnificent and impressive. Relax and enjoy the spectacular natural beauty of Kuang Si Falls. Water from upstream cascades down jagged limestone cliffs into turquoise blue pools of various sizes. We will have 2 hours to explore the three-tiered waterfall, walk along a nature preserve trail, swim in refreshing turquoise puddles, and visit a bear conservation center. Adventurous may walk up the steep path to the top of the falls for a spectacular view.
After visiting Kuang si Waterfall and Luang Prabang Bear Rescused Center we get back to minivan to get to the Pak Ou Cave. On the way back we will visit Ban Na Uang (a Hmong resettlement village), Here you can meet the Hmong people who originally lived in the highlands.
At noon we arrive a restaurant and enjoy the lunch at a restaurant with a view of the Mekong River.
2:30pm We take a long tail slow boat to trip on the mighty Mekong river. Enjoy the many views from the water, witness rural Laos, pass by local villages, fishers, and children and soak up the scenes of daily life by the river. Our boat travels slowly along the Mekong to Pak Ou Caves. We arrive at a small boat landing dock where stairs lead you straight to the cave. These limestone caves have been places of worship for thousands of years, and Buddhist statues and idols have filled these natural caves. Hear legends and stories about the caves from your guide and explore the caves.
After visiting the caves, the boat will enter the Ou River to see the spectacular limestone cliffs.
Back on the Mekong River again, we go down the river a 30-minute and a bit. Our trip makes its last short stop at the Ban Xang Hai, also known as the Whisky Village. Here you see the process of making Lao Lao, the country’s beloved rice whiskey, and taste the fresh local delights. Why not pick up a couple of bottles for later?
Depart from Ban Xang Hai from 16 to 16:30 and slowly return to Luang Prabang for an hour and a half to two hours. You can see the beautiful sunset from the boat.
We will get to Luang Prabang between 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm. get on the transfer to get to your hotel. Arrive hotel tour finish.
Overnight: Luang Prabang – Optional HotelAfter visiting Kuang si Waterfall and Luang Prabang Bear Rescused Center we get back to minivan to get to the Pak Ou Cave. On the way back we will visit Ban Na Uang (a Hmong resettlement village), Here you can meet the Hmong people who originally lived in the highlands.
At noon we arrive a restaurant and enjoy the lunch at a restaurant with a view of the Mekong River.
2:30pm We take a long tail slow boat to trip on the mighty Mekong river. Enjoy the many views from the water, witness rural Laos, pass by local villages, fishers, and children and soak up the scenes of daily life by the river. Our boat travels slowly along the Mekong to Pak Ou Caves. We arrive at a small boat landing dock where stairs lead you straight to the cave. These limestone caves have been places of worship for thousands of years, and Buddhist statues and idols have filled these natural caves. Hear legends and stories about the caves from your guide and explore the caves.
After visiting the caves, the boat will enter the Ou River to see the spectacular limestone cliffs.
Back on the Mekong River again, we go down the river a 30-minute and a bit. Our trip makes its last short stop at the Ban Xang Hai, also known as the Whisky Village. Here you see the process of making Lao Lao, the country’s beloved rice whiskey, and taste the fresh local delights. Why not pick up a couple of bottles for later?
Depart from Ban Xang Hai from 16 to 16:30 and slowly return to Luang Prabang for an hour and a half to two hours. You can see the beautiful sunset from the boat.
We will get to Luang Prabang between 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm. get on the transfer to get to your hotel. Arrive hotel tour finish.
Meals Included: Breakfast; Lunch
Day 3: Luang Prabang Alms Giving Ceremony, LCT Train To Vang Vieng
Rising early to the sound of the temple gong, then join your guide for a walk through the quiet streets to watch the daily procession of three hundred young monks walking silently by, collecting sticky rice and other foods in their bronze bowls. The ritual is linked to a Buddhist tradition in which monks beg for their daily food as a way to demonstrate humility.
Alms giving is an important religious act in Buddhism and it must be carried out respectfully by locals and tourists alike. If you would like to be involved in the offering of food, your guide will be more than happy to show you the best way to interact with monks. After this wonderful experience you will be transferred back to the hotel for breakfast.
After breakfast, you will travel to Vang Vieng. Arrive at 13:00pm where you will check-in to the hotel and enjoy the afternoon at leisure free to have dinner on your own
Overnight: Vang Vieng – Optional HotelAlms giving is an important religious act in Buddhism and it must be carried out respectfully by locals and tourists alike. If you would like to be involved in the offering of food, your guide will be more than happy to show you the best way to interact with monks. After this wonderful experience you will be transferred back to the hotel for breakfast.
After breakfast, you will travel to Vang Vieng. Arrive at 13:00pm where you will check-in to the hotel and enjoy the afternoon at leisure free to have dinner on your own
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 4: Pha Ngeun View Point, Tham Phu Kham Cave, Tham Jang & Blue Lagoon
At 8am you will be picked up by the tour guide. On arrival in Pha Ngern you will start the climb to the Pha Ngern viewpoint - 650m (approx. 45-60mins). Once you reach the top you will find the most spectacular views, with picturesque landscape views over the paddy fields that “pop” out in clear view from their flat surroundings. From the top you will also witness a sea of clouds cuddling rocky mountain peaks. After the trek, We will travel to Tham Phu Kham Cave and Blue Lagoon. Tham Phu Kham Cave and Blue Lagoon is an improvised eco-water park in a scenic village close to Vang Vieng. Observe sharp stalactites and stalagmites as you descend down steep walls to reach the largest hall of the cave, which holds the bronze statue of a reclining Buddha, with several other smaller Buddha images revered by locals.
The green-blue waters of the lagoon outside the cave provide a beautiful relaxation spot, as well as the opportunity to relive your younger years as you jump off a tree into the water. During your tour you can also try your hand at abseiling one of the water slides.
We enjoy lunch then 2pm We get on transfer to visit Tham Jang (Or Tham Chang Cave) is considered as the most famous one around the town which includes both nature value and history value, The cave was used as a bunker to defend against marauding Yunnanese Chinese in the early 19th century and The cave is quite large and has beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. To access to the cave we will need to walk across the nice long bridge built across the Nam Song River, then climb steep stairways up to reach the cave which is cool inside.
4:30pm we get on the van and get back to hotel
Overnight: Vang Vieng – Optional HotelThe green-blue waters of the lagoon outside the cave provide a beautiful relaxation spot, as well as the opportunity to relive your younger years as you jump off a tree into the water. During your tour you can also try your hand at abseiling one of the water slides.
We enjoy lunch then 2pm We get on transfer to visit Tham Jang (Or Tham Chang Cave) is considered as the most famous one around the town which includes both nature value and history value, The cave was used as a bunker to defend against marauding Yunnanese Chinese in the early 19th century and The cave is quite large and has beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. To access to the cave we will need to walk across the nice long bridge built across the Nam Song River, then climb steep stairways up to reach the cave which is cool inside.
4:30pm we get on the van and get back to hotel
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5: Vang Vieng To Vientiane
After breakfast, enjoy the morning at leisure. Alternatively choose to join one of optional tours "Vang Vieng Hot Air Balloon Experience" or “Half-day Kayaking & Tubing to Water Cave”
Optional Activity: Vang Vieng Hot Air Balloon Experience - US$115/pax
Begin your day with a 6:30 AM pickup by our staff, 30 minutes before the flight. After a 10-minute drive from Vang Vieng downtown, you will arrive in the Nathong valley where you will meet the flight crews. Here, you will receive training to ensure that you are familiar with the flight regulations and safety procedures, ensuring that you have the best memory and experience. Enjoy the peaceful Lao countryside, far enough from the hustle and bustle of VV! The beauty of ballooning is that you’re stepping out of the beaten track and getting to see places you couldn’t normally access. What better way to discover Laos?
Every flight is an adventure since a hot air balloon cannot be steered. All we can control is the altitude and play with the different wind layers. This means we have a rough idea of where we will land but can’t be sure. Some days we manage to fly back to the takeoff field (it’s called a box in balloonist lingo), sometimes we land next to one of the villages or in a rice paddy. Sometimes we cover a bit of distance, sometimes there’s very little wind which allows us to fly quite high and admire the view as far as the Nam Gnum lake… Not two flights are the same! Get back to hotel round 8:30am for breakfast and free to explore the city
Optional Activity: Kayaking and Tubing to Water Cave – USD25/pax
8:30am Being picked up and get a quick ride 10km North to the ethnic Khmu village of Viengsamay. From here you will discover the beauty of Vang Vieng. Kayaking down the Nam Song river is a fantastic and very affordable way to explore Vang Vieng. Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Paddle through the beautiful landscapes of the lush forest and cliff views, taking in the breathtaking scenery,
At the entrance of Water Cave we visit the cave by tubing 500m through the cave with many small stream , finish tour and get back hotel at 11:30am
11:30am check out and free to have lunch on your own and meet at reception at 1pm for the transfer to Vientiane
Arrive Vientiane hotel at round 3pm check in and relax
6 PM, our guide and driver will pick you up for a traditional dinner with live music at the famous Khop Chai Deu Restaurant. After dinner, you will be escorted to Vientiane night market where you can take a look around before going back to your hotel.
Overnight: Vientiane – Optional HotelOptional Activity: Vang Vieng Hot Air Balloon Experience - US$115/pax
Begin your day with a 6:30 AM pickup by our staff, 30 minutes before the flight. After a 10-minute drive from Vang Vieng downtown, you will arrive in the Nathong valley where you will meet the flight crews. Here, you will receive training to ensure that you are familiar with the flight regulations and safety procedures, ensuring that you have the best memory and experience. Enjoy the peaceful Lao countryside, far enough from the hustle and bustle of VV! The beauty of ballooning is that you’re stepping out of the beaten track and getting to see places you couldn’t normally access. What better way to discover Laos?
Every flight is an adventure since a hot air balloon cannot be steered. All we can control is the altitude and play with the different wind layers. This means we have a rough idea of where we will land but can’t be sure. Some days we manage to fly back to the takeoff field (it’s called a box in balloonist lingo), sometimes we land next to one of the villages or in a rice paddy. Sometimes we cover a bit of distance, sometimes there’s very little wind which allows us to fly quite high and admire the view as far as the Nam Gnum lake… Not two flights are the same! Get back to hotel round 8:30am for breakfast and free to explore the city
Optional Activity: Kayaking and Tubing to Water Cave – USD25/pax
8:30am Being picked up and get a quick ride 10km North to the ethnic Khmu village of Viengsamay. From here you will discover the beauty of Vang Vieng. Kayaking down the Nam Song river is a fantastic and very affordable way to explore Vang Vieng. Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Paddle through the beautiful landscapes of the lush forest and cliff views, taking in the breathtaking scenery,
At the entrance of Water Cave we visit the cave by tubing 500m through the cave with many small stream , finish tour and get back hotel at 11:30am
11:30am check out and free to have lunch on your own and meet at reception at 1pm for the transfer to Vientiane
Arrive Vientiane hotel at round 3pm check in and relax
6 PM, our guide and driver will pick you up for a traditional dinner with live music at the famous Khop Chai Deu Restaurant. After dinner, you will be escorted to Vientiane night market where you can take a look around before going back to your hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6: Fullday Vientiane City Tour
8:00 AM Being picked up by our guide and driver then start your day to discover the hidden charms of Vientiane. Vientiane is one of the quietest capital cities in the world, far away from the bustle and hustle of other Asian capitals.
Our today destination list as below:
1, Serene Wat Sisaket. is the only temple left intact after the Siamese (Thai) invasion in 1828. It is one of the most beautiful temples in the capital, and its breezy teak covered hallways are filled with thousands of miniature Buddha statues.
2, Wat Phra Keo. Used as a religious museum, Wat Phra Keo displays a collection of both Lao and Khmer works of art.
3, The Presidential Palace. Although you are not allowed to visit inside, it is a good glimpse in to the town’s colonial past as this building formerly served as the French governor’s palace.
4, Visit COPE. an association working to help landmine victims. A visit to the center provides in-depth information about the history of the American/Vietnam war and the lasting impact of unexploded ordinances (UXO) in the area and the efforts underway to clear them.
5, Patuxay Monument. Laos’ version of the Arc de Triomphe, where you can climb the stairs to the roof for sweeping panoramic views of the city.
6, Wat That Luang. the holiest site in Laos. Constructed by King Setthethirat in the 16th century, the temple is resplendent as the sun is shines upon its towering golden spire.
7, Buddha Park. an enchanting collection of Buddhist and Hindu sculptures on the Mekong Riverside meadow, close to the Friendship Bridge. There are approximately 200 religious images dating back over 500 years, which were created by a mysterious monk spreading his philosophy on life and revealing his ideas about the universe.
8, The Friend ship bridge and banks of the Mekong River as the sun begins to set. Stroll along the river, stop to enjoy a cold drink, or sample a snack from one of the many local food stalls.
Overnight: Vientiane – Optional HotelOur today destination list as below:
1, Serene Wat Sisaket. is the only temple left intact after the Siamese (Thai) invasion in 1828. It is one of the most beautiful temples in the capital, and its breezy teak covered hallways are filled with thousands of miniature Buddha statues.
2, Wat Phra Keo. Used as a religious museum, Wat Phra Keo displays a collection of both Lao and Khmer works of art.
3, The Presidential Palace. Although you are not allowed to visit inside, it is a good glimpse in to the town’s colonial past as this building formerly served as the French governor’s palace.
4, Visit COPE. an association working to help landmine victims. A visit to the center provides in-depth information about the history of the American/Vietnam war and the lasting impact of unexploded ordinances (UXO) in the area and the efforts underway to clear them.
5, Patuxay Monument. Laos’ version of the Arc de Triomphe, where you can climb the stairs to the roof for sweeping panoramic views of the city.
6, Wat That Luang. the holiest site in Laos. Constructed by King Setthethirat in the 16th century, the temple is resplendent as the sun is shines upon its towering golden spire.
7, Buddha Park. an enchanting collection of Buddhist and Hindu sculptures on the Mekong Riverside meadow, close to the Friendship Bridge. There are approximately 200 religious images dating back over 500 years, which were created by a mysterious monk spreading his philosophy on life and revealing his ideas about the universe.
8, The Friend ship bridge and banks of the Mekong River as the sun begins to set. Stroll along the river, stop to enjoy a cold drink, or sample a snack from one of the many local food stalls.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch,
Day 7: Vientiane - Departure
Today after the breakfast in hotel our tour guide will say good bye to you and depend on your departure flight if your flight in the late afternoon or evening, you can check out and leave luggage in hotel’s tore and our driver take you to airport according to your flight time
Meals Included: BreakfastPrice Per Person in USD
Deluxe Option: US$525/pax / Single surcharge US$105 / High season surcharge US$30/pax
Premium Option: US$675/pax / Single surcharge US$165 / High season surcharge US$60/pax
Travel dates:
2024 Departure dates:
Notes:
Double / Twin shared room
Hotel can be changed to the similar hotel if the mentioned one is not available
High Season: (Oct 1, 2023 - April 30, 2024 / Oct 1, 2024 - April 30, 2025)
Hotel in all locations:
| Locations | Deluxe Option | Premium Option |
| Luang Prabang | Villa Mahasok Hotel | Santi Resort & Spa |
| Vang Vieng | Vang Vieng Diamond Resort | Confetti Garden Hotel |
| Vientiane | Xaysomboun Boutique Hotel | Eastin Hotel Vientiane |
Children Price:
| Up to 3years old 4 – 8 Years old 9 – 11 Year old 12 & older |
=> Free of Charge => 50% of Adult price => 75% of Adult price => 100% Charge |
Package included:
+ Accommodation optional
+ Private transfer on tour and pick up, drop off (Airport/train station)
+ E.S tour guide – Experience Guide
+ Daily bottle of mineral water
+ Meals as mentioned
+ All entrance fee on tours
+ Vang Vieng, Luang Prabang boat fee
+ Sticky rice, snack and fruits for alms giving tour,
+ Tea, coffee, fruit on boat while visiting Boat to Pak Ou Caves
Package excluded:
- Optional tours and Activities
- Drinks
- Tips
- Travel insurance
- Laos arrival and departure air-tickets
- Personal expense and others not mentioned
Day 1: Welcome to Luang Prabang - Mt Phousi - Night market Tour (Meals: N/A)
Welcome to Luang Prabang! Upon arrival, be met and transferred to the hotel. This evening those who are feeling energetic can join a tour of Mount Phousi and a night market.
At 4.45pm you will be picked up by the tour guide, to visit Mount Phousi. Rising 150m above the centre of town, Mount Phousi cuts a distinctive figure on the Luang Prabang skyline. The hill is a popular place to watch the sun set over the Mekong River. From the summit you can enjoy a spectacular 360 degree outlook across the city and its many temples, and out over the surrounding landscape to the mountains in the distance. Count on spending a couple of hours for the climb and descent, with several stops to see the temples, rest under shady trees and admire the magical views. After visiting Mount Phousi, the tour guide will take you to visit the night market which has a few hundred stalls.
For those who want to skip the hike and just explore the markets, another guide will meet you at the hotel at 6:30pm for a short walking tour of the night market. Both tours will finish in the main street of Luang Prabang, where there are many dinner options (not included).
Overnight: Villa Santi resort & Spa/ Sada hotel/Villa Maly Boutique hotel, Luang Prabang, Laos
Day 2: Pak Ou Cave, Buffalo Dairy and Kuang Si Falls (Meals:B,L)
This morning at 7:30am be met by the tour guide and embark on a private boat cruise along the Mekong River (approx. 1.5 hours) with a brief stop in a rice wine making village. After the cruise you will arrive at the Pak Ou Caves. Pak Ou is a place that not only shelters historic cultural values, but is also home to thousands of Buddhist statues. After visiting the cave by boat you will arrive back into Luang Prabang, before travelling by bus to experience the Lao Buffalo Dairy Farm, an inspiring non-profit organisation.
Led by the tour guide, you will have the chance to feed chickens, pigs and buffalo. You will even have an opportunity to milk a buffalo! After the tour enjoy lunch while basking in the glorious mountain views. Lunch will include a dessert of buffalo ice cream and a choice of a delicious cake! Following lunch, continue to the breathtaking Kuang Si waterfalls, the largest in Luang Prabang. Here you can take a refreshing swim while taking in the natural beauty that surrounds you. Afterwards, transfer back to Luang Prabang.
Overnight: Villa Santi resort & Spa/ Sada hotel/Villa Maly Boutique hotel, Luang Prabang, Laos
Day 3: Elephant Village Sanctuary Luang Prabang (Meals:B,L)
After breakfast, take the opportunity to join an optional Morning Bicycle Tour (not included).
Optional Tour: Luang Prabang Bicycle Tour - US$30 (moderate level of fitness required)
Meet the tour guide at approximately 8:00am who will take you to a nearby bike shop where you can choose your bike. The first stop is Wat Xieng Thong - called "Golden City Temple" and is one of the most beautiful in town. Next, bike to an amazing
viewpoint, where two rivers; Nam Khan and Mekong intersect. Following this, ride along the Mekong River bank enjoying the fresh air and scenery before stopping at Saffron Coffee. Saffron Coffee is a social or 'profit for purpose' business where profits are reinvested for the benefit of the Laos people. After enjoying a cup of coffee and some stories about the business and locals, the tour heads to the 'Old Town' to see the peaceful life style. Return via the beautiful road by the Nam Khan river bank, arriving back at the hotel at approximately 9:45am.
Later, enjoy an unforgettable experience at the Elephant village Sanctuary. Upon arrival at the Elephant Village Camp you will be greeted by your guide who will give you a short briefing about the elephants and their special relationship to the people of Laos. Afterwards you have the opportunity to get up close and personal with the elephants, as well as feed them. Next, visit elephant museum and elephant hospital. Enjoy a buffet lunch at the Elephant Camp restaurant served with coffee, tea and drinking water (vegetarian options are available). After lunch, we will see the elephants bathing in the river before walking with them to the forest. Transfer back to the hotel at approximately 3:30pm.
Overnight: Villa Santi resort & Spa/ Sada hotel/Villa Maly Boutique hotel, Luang Prabang, Laos
Day 4: Morning Alms Giving Ceremony - Vang Vieng (approx. 180km day) (Meals:B,L)
Rise early this morning to the sound of the temple gong, before joining your guide for a walk through the quiet streets to watch the daily processions of three hundred young monks walking silently by, collecting sticky rice and other foods in their bronze bowls. The ritual is linked to a Buddhist tradition in which monks beg for their daily food as a way to demonstrate humility.
Alms giving is an important religious act in Buddhism and must be carried out respectfully by locals and tourists alike. If you would like to be involved in the offering of food, your guide will be more than happy to show you the best way to interact with monks. After this wonderful experience you will be transferred back to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, travel to Vang Vieng. Arriving at approximately 12:30pm, check-in to the hotel and enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Alternatively, you can join an optional ‘Kayaking on Nam Song River’ tour (not included).
Optional Activity: Kayaking on Nam Song River - US$30
Enjoy quick drive 10km North to the ethnic Khmu village of Viengsamay. After an introduction to the basics of kayaking you will set off down the beautiful Nam Song River. From here you will continue travelling downstream to Tham None (Sleeping cave), which is one of the biggest caves in Vang Vieng and served as a rescue shelter for the villagers during the Second Indochina War. Today it is home to a family of bats and the ‘Magic Stone’ of Vang Vieng. The final leg of the journey is a gentle paddle which will return you back to Vang Vieng, hopefully just in time to catch the sunset.
Overnight: Amari Vang Vieng/ Eden De Vang Vieng/Vang Vieng Plaza, Vang Vieng
Day 5: Morning at Leisure - Tham Phu Kham Cave & Blue Lagoon (Meals:B)
After breakfast, enjoy the morning at leisure. Alternatively you can choose to join an optional ‘Half Day Trekking to Pha Ngern View Point’ tour.
Optional Activity: Half Day Trekking to Pha Ngern Viewpoint - US$30 (high level of fitness required)
At 8:00am you will be picked up by the tour guide in a tuk tuk. On arrival in Pha Ngern you will start the climb to the Pha Ngern viewpoint - 650m (approx. 45-60mins). Once you reach the top you will be met by some spectacular views, with picturesque landscapes over the paddy fields that “pop” out in clear
view from their flat surroundings. From the top you will also witness a sea of clouds cuddling rocky the mountain peaks. After the trek back down the mountain you will be transferred back to the hotel and arrive at approximately 10:30am.
This afternoon at 2:00pm travel to Tham Phu Kham Cave and Blue Lagoon. Tham Phu Kham Cave and Blue Lagoon is an improvised eco-water park in a scenic village close to Vang Vieng. Observe sharp stalactites and stalagmites as you descend down steep walls to reach the largest hall of the cave, which holds the bronze statue of a reclining Buddha, with several other smaller Buddha images revered by locals. The green-blue waters of the lagoon outside the cave provide a beautiful relaxation spot. You can also try your hand at abseiling one of the water slides.
At approximately 5:00pm take a long tail boat for an hour long cruise on Nam Song River. You will see the beautiful sunset over the river with picturesque scenery of Vang Vieng. After docking at the boat station you will be transferred back to the hotel.
Overnight: Amari Vang Vieng/ Eden De Vang Vieng/Vang Vieng Plaza, Vang Vieng
Day 6: Vang Vieng - Vientiane - Buddha Park (approx. 130km day) (Meals:B,D)
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oday after breakfast you will be transferred to Vientiane. Upon arrival check-in to the hotel. Enjoy free time for lunch (not included) and rest.
At approximately 3:00pm, we will visit Buddha Park. Take a stroll around the Buddha Park (Xieng Khuan), filled with more than 200 Buddhist and Hindu statues. The tranquil setting along the Mekong River is a contrast to the slightly eccentric sculptures built in 1958 by a Laos shaman. The concrete sculptures are unique and intriguing, sitting majestically in the peaceful park. Next, enjoy the sunset and night markets situated on the Mekong river bank, which is the natural border between Laos and Thailand. Tonight you will enjoy a traditional dinner with live music at the famous Khop Chai Deu Restaurant.
Overnight: S Park Design hotel/ Leuxay Hotel, Azalea Park View hotel, Vientiane
Day 7: Vientiane, Laos - Departure (Meals:B)
8:00am After breakfast Guide and driver pick up for the last moment to visit Vientiane city, see the golden Pha That Luang Stupa, before visiting the Patuxai Monument, Laos’ version of the Arc de Triomphe, where you can climb the stairs to the roof for sweeping panoramic views of the city
Price: USD620/pax
Peak Season charge USD145/pax
Single charge USD310/pax
Peak season for single charge USD280/pax
Note: Peak season (Oct 1st – 31st Dec & Jan 1st – April 30th)
Optional Tour:
Day 3: Luang Prabang Bicycle Tour - US$30 (moderate level of fitness required)
Day 4: Kayaking on Nam Song River - US$30
Day 5: Half Day Trekking to Pha Ngern Viewpoint - US$30 high level of fitness required)
Notes:
3 nights in Luang Prabang
- Mt Phousi / night market
- Pak Ou Cave, Buffalo Dairy & Kuang Si Falls
- Elephant village sanctuary
2 Nights Vang Vieng
1 Night Vientienne
Accommodation would be 4 star with breakfast
Transfers included
Welcome to Luang Prabang! Upon arrival, be met and transferred to the hotel. This evening those who are feeling energetic can join a tour of Mount Phousi and a night market.
At 4.45pm you will be picked up by the tour guide, to visit Mount Phousi. Rising 150m above the centre of town, Mount Phousi cuts a distinctive figure on the Luang Prabang skyline. The hill is a popular place to watch the sun set over the Mekong River. From the summit you can enjoy a spectacular 360 degree outlook across the city and its many temples, and out over the surrounding landscape to the mountains in the distance. Count on spending a couple of hours for the climb and descent, with several stops to see the temples, rest under shady trees and admire the magical views. After visiting Mount Phousi, the tour guide will take you to visit the night market which has a few hundred stalls.For those who want to skip the hike and just explore the markets, another guide will meet you at the hotel at 6:30pm for a short walking tour of the night market. Both tours will finish in the main street of Luang Prabang, where there are many dinner options (not included).
Overnight: Villa Santi resort & Spa/ Sada hotel/Villa Maly Boutique hotel, Luang Prabang, Laos
Day 2: Pak Ou Cave, Buffalo Dairy and Kuang Si Falls (Meals:B,L)
This morning at 7:30am be met by the tour guide and embark on a private boat cruise along the Mekong River (approx. 1.5 hours) with a brief stop in a rice wine making village. After the cruise you will arrive at the Pak Ou Caves. Pak Ou is a place that not only shelters historic cultural values, but is also home to thousands of Buddhist statues. After visiting the cave by boat you will arrive back into Luang Prabang, before travelling by bus to experience the Lao Buffalo Dairy Farm, an inspiring non-profit organisation.Led by the tour guide, you will have the chance to feed chickens, pigs and buffalo. You will even have an opportunity to milk a buffalo! After the tour enjoy lunch while basking in the glorious mountain views. Lunch will include a dessert of buffalo ice cream and a choice of a delicious cake! Following lunch, continue to the breathtaking Kuang Si waterfalls, the largest in Luang Prabang. Here you can take a refreshing swim while taking in the natural beauty that surrounds you. Afterwards, transfer back to Luang Prabang.
Overnight: Villa Santi resort & Spa/ Sada hotel/Villa Maly Boutique hotel, Luang Prabang, Laos
Day 3: Elephant Village Sanctuary Luang Prabang (Meals:B,L)
After breakfast, take the opportunity to join an optional Morning Bicycle Tour (not included).
Optional Tour: Luang Prabang Bicycle Tour - US$30 (moderate level of fitness required)
Meet the tour guide at approximately 8:00am who will take you to a nearby bike shop where you can choose your bike. The first stop is Wat Xieng Thong - called "Golden City Temple" and is one of the most beautiful in town. Next, bike to an amazing
viewpoint, where two rivers; Nam Khan and Mekong intersect. Following this, ride along the Mekong River bank enjoying the fresh air and scenery before stopping at Saffron Coffee. Saffron Coffee is a social or 'profit for purpose' business where profits are reinvested for the benefit of the Laos people. After enjoying a cup of coffee and some stories about the business and locals, the tour heads to the 'Old Town' to see the peaceful life style. Return via the beautiful road by the Nam Khan river bank, arriving back at the hotel at approximately 9:45am.Later, enjoy an unforgettable experience at the Elephant village Sanctuary. Upon arrival at the Elephant Village Camp you will be greeted by your guide who will give you a short briefing about the elephants and their special relationship to the people of Laos. Afterwards you have the opportunity to get up close and personal with the elephants, as well as feed them. Next, visit elephant museum and elephant hospital. Enjoy a buffet lunch at the Elephant Camp restaurant served with coffee, tea and drinking water (vegetarian options are available). After lunch, we will see the elephants bathing in the river before walking with them to the forest. Transfer back to the hotel at approximately 3:30pm.
Overnight: Villa Santi resort & Spa/ Sada hotel/Villa Maly Boutique hotel, Luang Prabang, Laos
Day 4: Morning Alms Giving Ceremony - Vang Vieng (approx. 180km day) (Meals:B,L)
Rise early this morning to the sound of the temple gong, before joining your guide for a walk through the quiet streets to watch the daily processions of three hundred young monks walking silently by, collecting sticky rice and other foods in their bronze bowls. The ritual is linked to a Buddhist tradition in which monks beg for their daily food as a way to demonstrate humility.Alms giving is an important religious act in Buddhism and must be carried out respectfully by locals and tourists alike. If you would like to be involved in the offering of food, your guide will be more than happy to show you the best way to interact with monks. After this wonderful experience you will be transferred back to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, travel to Vang Vieng. Arriving at approximately 12:30pm, check-in to the hotel and enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Alternatively, you can join an optional ‘Kayaking on Nam Song River’ tour (not included).
Optional Activity: Kayaking on Nam Song River - US$30
Enjoy quick drive 10km North to the ethnic Khmu village of Viengsamay. After an introduction to the basics of kayaking you will set off down the beautiful Nam Song River. From here you will continue travelling downstream to Tham None (Sleeping cave), which is one of the biggest caves in Vang Vieng and served as a rescue shelter for the villagers during the Second Indochina War. Today it is home to a family of bats and the ‘Magic Stone’ of Vang Vieng. The final leg of the journey is a gentle paddle which will return you back to Vang Vieng, hopefully just in time to catch the sunset.
Overnight: Amari Vang Vieng/ Eden De Vang Vieng/Vang Vieng Plaza, Vang Vieng
Day 5: Morning at Leisure - Tham Phu Kham Cave & Blue Lagoon (Meals:B)
After breakfast, enjoy the morning at leisure. Alternatively you can choose to join an optional ‘Half Day Trekking to Pha Ngern View Point’ tour.
Optional Activity: Half Day Trekking to Pha Ngern Viewpoint - US$30 (high level of fitness required)
At 8:00am you will be picked up by the tour guide in a tuk tuk. On arrival in Pha Ngern you will start the climb to the Pha Ngern viewpoint - 650m (approx. 45-60mins). Once you reach the top you will be met by some spectacular views, with picturesque landscapes over the paddy fields that “pop” out in clear
view from their flat surroundings. From the top you will also witness a sea of clouds cuddling rocky the mountain peaks. After the trek back down the mountain you will be transferred back to the hotel and arrive at approximately 10:30am.This afternoon at 2:00pm travel to Tham Phu Kham Cave and Blue Lagoon. Tham Phu Kham Cave and Blue Lagoon is an improvised eco-water park in a scenic village close to Vang Vieng. Observe sharp stalactites and stalagmites as you descend down steep walls to reach the largest hall of the cave, which holds the bronze statue of a reclining Buddha, with several other smaller Buddha images revered by locals. The green-blue waters of the lagoon outside the cave provide a beautiful relaxation spot. You can also try your hand at abseiling one of the water slides.
At approximately 5:00pm take a long tail boat for an hour long cruise on Nam Song River. You will see the beautiful sunset over the river with picturesque scenery of Vang Vieng. After docking at the boat station you will be transferred back to the hotel.
Overnight: Amari Vang Vieng/ Eden De Vang Vieng/Vang Vieng Plaza, Vang Vieng
Day 6: Vang Vieng - Vientiane - Buddha Park (approx. 130km day) (Meals:B,D)
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oday after breakfast you will be transferred to Vientiane. Upon arrival check-in to the hotel. Enjoy free time for lunch (not included) and rest.At approximately 3:00pm, we will visit Buddha Park. Take a stroll around the Buddha Park (Xieng Khuan), filled with more than 200 Buddhist and Hindu statues. The tranquil setting along the Mekong River is a contrast to the slightly eccentric sculptures built in 1958 by a Laos shaman. The concrete sculptures are unique and intriguing, sitting majestically in the peaceful park. Next, enjoy the sunset and night markets situated on the Mekong river bank, which is the natural border between Laos and Thailand. Tonight you will enjoy a traditional dinner with live music at the famous Khop Chai Deu Restaurant.
Overnight: S Park Design hotel/ Leuxay Hotel, Azalea Park View hotel, Vientiane
Day 7: Vientiane, Laos - Departure (Meals:B)
8:00am After breakfast Guide and driver pick up for the last moment to visit Vientiane city, see the golden Pha That Luang Stupa, before visiting the Patuxai Monument, Laos’ version of the Arc de Triomphe, where you can climb the stairs to the roof for sweeping panoramic views of the city
Price: USD620/pax
Peak Season charge USD145/pax
Single charge USD310/pax
Peak season for single charge USD280/pax
Note: Peak season (Oct 1st – 31st Dec & Jan 1st – April 30th)
Optional Tour:
Day 3: Luang Prabang Bicycle Tour - US$30 (moderate level of fitness required)
Day 4: Kayaking on Nam Song River - US$30
Day 5: Half Day Trekking to Pha Ngern Viewpoint - US$30 high level of fitness required)
Notes:
3 nights in Luang Prabang
- Mt Phousi / night market
- Pak Ou Cave, Buffalo Dairy & Kuang Si Falls
- Elephant village sanctuary
2 Nights Vang Vieng
1 Night Vientienne
Accommodation would be 4 star with breakfast
Transfers included
Day 1: Luang Prabang arrival – Phousi Mt. viewpoint and Night market
On arrival you will be picked up by our driver from airport and transferred to your centrally located hotel.
At 4.30pm you will be picked up by our tour guide, we will visit Phousi mountain. Rising 150 meters above the center of town, Mount Phousi cuts a distinctive figure on the Luang Prabang skyline. The hill is popular as a place to watch the sun set over the Mekong River. From the summit you can enjoy a spectacular 360-degree outlook across the city and its many temples, and out over the surrounding landscape to the mountains in the distance. Count on spending a couple of hours for the climb and descent, with several stops to see the temples, rest under the shady trees and admire the magical views. After visiting Phousi mountain, our tour guide will lead you visit Night market with a few hundred stalls.The products range from chess games in ornamental stone to silk scarves, passing by embroidery, sculpture, more or less real opium pipes, portrayals of Buddha in all imaginable forms, local paintings, done around the symbolic Buddhist representations, etc. It is a place where you must go and where bargaining is often very colorful… Both tours will finish in the main street of Luang Prabang, where there are many options for you to enjoy dinner by yourself.
Overnight: Hotel in Luang Prabang (Hotel option)
Meals included: N/A
Day 2: Slow boat to Pak Ou Cave, Buffalo Dairy and Kuang si falls
At 7:30 am you will meet with a tour guide and embark on your adventure on a private boat cruise upstream the Mekong River. After your cruise (Approx. 1.5 hour) with a brief stop in a Rice Wine making village, you will arrive at Pak Ou Caves. Pak Ou is not only a particular destination but also a place which shelters historic cultural values.
Visiting the cave, you will see that this is the home to thousands of Buddhist statues with numerous dimensions. After visiting the cave by slow boat we arrive back into Luang Prabang, you will then be transported by bus to experience the Lao Buffalo Dairy Farm, an inspiring nonprofit organization.
Lead by your tour guide, you have the chance to feed the chickens, pigs, buffalos and of course you even have an opportunity to milk a buffalo! After the tour it is time for lunch, whilst enjoying the glorious mountain views your lunch will include a desert of buffalo ice cream and choice of a delicious cake! We continue to the breathtaking Kuang Si waterfalls, the largest in the Luang Prabang. Whilst contemplating the natural beauty, you have the opportunity to take a refreshing swim. Transfer back to hotel in Luang Prabang.
Overnight: Hotel in Luang Prabang (Hotel option)
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch
Day 3: Morning Alms Giving Ceremony and transfer to Vang Vieng (Approx 180km day)
Rise early to the sound of the temple gong, then join your guide for a walk through the quiet streets to watch the daily procession of three hundred young monks walking silently by, collecting sticky rice and other foods in their
bronze bowls. The ritual is linked to a Buddhist tradition in which monks beg for their daily food as a way to demonstrate humility. Alms giving is an important religious act in Buddhism and it must be carried out respectfully by locals and tourists alike. If you would like to be involved in the offering of food, your guide will be more than happy to show you the best way to interact with monks. After this wonderful experience you will be transferred back to the hotel for breakfast.
After breakfast, you will travel to Vang Vieng. Arrive at 13:00pm where you will check-in to the hotel and enjoy the afternoon at leisure or you can take the opportunity to join an optional ‘Kayaking on Nam Song River’ tour.
Optional Activity: Kayaking on Nam Song River – US$30/pax
A quick drive 10km North to the ethnic Khmu village of Viengsamay. After an introduction to the basics of kayaking you will set off down the beautiful Nam Song River. From here you will continue travelling downstream to Tham None (Sleeping cave), which is one of the biggest caves in Vang Vieng and served as a rescue shelter for the villagers during the Second Indochina War. Today it is home to a family of bats and the ‘Magic Stone’ of Vang Vieng. The final leg of the journey is a gentle paddle which will return you back to Vang Vieng, hopefully just in time to catch the sunset.
Overnight: Hotel in Vang Vieng (Hotel option)
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 4: Morning at Leisure – Visit Blue Lagoon and Tham Phu Kham cave
In the morning, you will enjoy sunrise in Vang Vieng with a special way. At Approx. 6:30am you will arrive at a boat station where you will get a long tail boat in about 30 minutes to see Vang Vieng in sunrise.
After breakfast, you will have the morning to spend at your own leisure or you can choose to join an optional ‘Half Day Trekking to Pha Ngern View Point’ tour.
Optional Activity: Half Day Trekking to Pha Ngern Viewpoint – US$30/pax (high level of fitness required)
At 8:00am you will be picked up by the tour guide. On arrival in Pha Ngern you will start the climb to the Pha Ngern
viewpoint - 650m (approx. 45-60mins). Once you reach the top you will find the most spectacular views, with picturesque landscape views over the paddy fields that “pop” out in clear view from their flat surroundings. From the top you will also witness a sea of clouds cuddling rocky mountain peaks. After the trek back down the mountain you will be transferred back to the hotel and arrive at approximately 10:30am.
This afternoon at 2:00pm you will be met by the tour guide, and travel to Tham Phu Kham Cave and Blue Lagoon. Tham Phu Kham Cave and Blue Lagoon is an improvised eco-water park in a scenic village close to Vang Vieng. Observe sharp stalactites and stalagmites as you descend down steep walls to reach the largest hall of the cave, which holds the bronze statue of a reclining Buddha, with several other smaller Buddha images revered by locals. The green-blue waters of the lagoon outside the cave provide a beautiful relaxation spot, as well as the opportunity to re-live your younger years as you jump off a tree into the water. During your tour you can also try your hand at abseiling one of the water slides.
You will be transferred back to the hotel about 5pm.
Overnight: Hotel in Vang Vieng (Hotel option)
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 5: Vang Vieng free day
You will have all day to spend at your own leisure in great swimming pool of hotel or in your room.
Overnight: Hotel in Vang Vieng (Hotel option)
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 6: Vang Vieng to Vientiane, Vientiane city tour & Buddha Park (Approx. 130 km day)
Today after breakfast, at 8:30am you will be transferred to Vientiane. Upon arrival you will check-in to the hotel and then you can enjoy lunch and the short rest. Around 3:30pm, along with your tour guide you will visit Patuxai Monument, Laos’ version of the Arc de Triomphe, where you can climb the stairs to the roof for sweeping panoramic views of the city. Next, we will enjoy sunset and night market in Mekong river bank which is the natural border between Laos and Thailand. You also can visit night market in about one hour. Finally, you will enjoy a traditional dinner with live music at the famous Khop Chai Deu Restaurant.
Overnight: Hotel in Vientiane (Hotel option)
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
Day 7: Vientiane Departure
After a delicious breakfast, 8am, we will visit Buddha Park, take a stroll around the Buddha Park (Xieng Khuan), filled with more than 200 Buddhist and Hindu statues. The tranquil setting along the Mekong River is a contrast to the slightly eccentric sculptures built in 1958 by a Laos shaman. The concrete sculptures are unique and intriguing, sitting majestically in the peaceful park.
Comeback hotel and you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight
Meals included: Breakfast
On arrival you will be picked up by our driver from airport and transferred to your centrally located hotel.
At 4.30pm you will be picked up by our tour guide, we will visit Phousi mountain. Rising 150 meters above the center of town, Mount Phousi cuts a distinctive figure on the Luang Prabang skyline. The hill is popular as a place to watch the sun set over the Mekong River. From the summit you can enjoy a spectacular 360-degree outlook across the city and its many temples, and out over the surrounding landscape to the mountains in the distance. Count on spending a couple of hours for the climb and descent, with several stops to see the temples, rest under the shady trees and admire the magical views. After visiting Phousi mountain, our tour guide will lead you visit Night market with a few hundred stalls.The products range from chess games in ornamental stone to silk scarves, passing by embroidery, sculpture, more or less real opium pipes, portrayals of Buddha in all imaginable forms, local paintings, done around the symbolic Buddhist representations, etc. It is a place where you must go and where bargaining is often very colorful… Both tours will finish in the main street of Luang Prabang, where there are many options for you to enjoy dinner by yourself.
Overnight: Hotel in Luang Prabang (Hotel option)
Meals included: N/A
Day 2: Slow boat to Pak Ou Cave, Buffalo Dairy and Kuang si falls
At 7:30 am you will meet with a tour guide and embark on your adventure on a private boat cruise upstream the Mekong River. After your cruise (Approx. 1.5 hour) with a brief stop in a Rice Wine making village, you will arrive at Pak Ou Caves. Pak Ou is not only a particular destination but also a place which shelters historic cultural values.
Visiting the cave, you will see that this is the home to thousands of Buddhist statues with numerous dimensions. After visiting the cave by slow boat we arrive back into Luang Prabang, you will then be transported by bus to experience the Lao Buffalo Dairy Farm, an inspiring nonprofit organization.
Lead by your tour guide, you have the chance to feed the chickens, pigs, buffalos and of course you even have an opportunity to milk a buffalo! After the tour it is time for lunch, whilst enjoying the glorious mountain views your lunch will include a desert of buffalo ice cream and choice of a delicious cake! We continue to the breathtaking Kuang Si waterfalls, the largest in the Luang Prabang. Whilst contemplating the natural beauty, you have the opportunity to take a refreshing swim. Transfer back to hotel in Luang Prabang.
Overnight: Hotel in Luang Prabang (Hotel option)
Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch
Day 3: Morning Alms Giving Ceremony and transfer to Vang Vieng (Approx 180km day)
Rise early to the sound of the temple gong, then join your guide for a walk through the quiet streets to watch the daily procession of three hundred young monks walking silently by, collecting sticky rice and other foods in their
bronze bowls. The ritual is linked to a Buddhist tradition in which monks beg for their daily food as a way to demonstrate humility. Alms giving is an important religious act in Buddhism and it must be carried out respectfully by locals and tourists alike. If you would like to be involved in the offering of food, your guide will be more than happy to show you the best way to interact with monks. After this wonderful experience you will be transferred back to the hotel for breakfast.After breakfast, you will travel to Vang Vieng. Arrive at 13:00pm where you will check-in to the hotel and enjoy the afternoon at leisure or you can take the opportunity to join an optional ‘Kayaking on Nam Song River’ tour.
Optional Activity: Kayaking on Nam Song River – US$30/pax
A quick drive 10km North to the ethnic Khmu village of Viengsamay. After an introduction to the basics of kayaking you will set off down the beautiful Nam Song River. From here you will continue travelling downstream to Tham None (Sleeping cave), which is one of the biggest caves in Vang Vieng and served as a rescue shelter for the villagers during the Second Indochina War. Today it is home to a family of bats and the ‘Magic Stone’ of Vang Vieng. The final leg of the journey is a gentle paddle which will return you back to Vang Vieng, hopefully just in time to catch the sunset.
Overnight: Hotel in Vang Vieng (Hotel option)
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 4: Morning at Leisure – Visit Blue Lagoon and Tham Phu Kham cave
In the morning, you will enjoy sunrise in Vang Vieng with a special way. At Approx. 6:30am you will arrive at a boat station where you will get a long tail boat in about 30 minutes to see Vang Vieng in sunrise.
After breakfast, you will have the morning to spend at your own leisure or you can choose to join an optional ‘Half Day Trekking to Pha Ngern View Point’ tour.
Optional Activity: Half Day Trekking to Pha Ngern Viewpoint – US$30/pax (high level of fitness required)
At 8:00am you will be picked up by the tour guide. On arrival in Pha Ngern you will start the climb to the Pha Ngern
viewpoint - 650m (approx. 45-60mins). Once you reach the top you will find the most spectacular views, with picturesque landscape views over the paddy fields that “pop” out in clear view from their flat surroundings. From the top you will also witness a sea of clouds cuddling rocky mountain peaks. After the trek back down the mountain you will be transferred back to the hotel and arrive at approximately 10:30am.This afternoon at 2:00pm you will be met by the tour guide, and travel to Tham Phu Kham Cave and Blue Lagoon. Tham Phu Kham Cave and Blue Lagoon is an improvised eco-water park in a scenic village close to Vang Vieng. Observe sharp stalactites and stalagmites as you descend down steep walls to reach the largest hall of the cave, which holds the bronze statue of a reclining Buddha, with several other smaller Buddha images revered by locals. The green-blue waters of the lagoon outside the cave provide a beautiful relaxation spot, as well as the opportunity to re-live your younger years as you jump off a tree into the water. During your tour you can also try your hand at abseiling one of the water slides.
You will be transferred back to the hotel about 5pm.
Overnight: Hotel in Vang Vieng (Hotel option)
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 5: Vang Vieng free day
You will have all day to spend at your own leisure in great swimming pool of hotel or in your room.
Overnight: Hotel in Vang Vieng (Hotel option)
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 6: Vang Vieng to Vientiane, Vientiane city tour & Buddha Park (Approx. 130 km day)
Today after breakfast, at 8:30am you will be transferred to Vientiane. Upon arrival you will check-in to the hotel and then you can enjoy lunch and the short rest. Around 3:30pm, along with your tour guide you will visit Patuxai Monument, Laos’ version of the Arc de Triomphe, where you can climb the stairs to the roof for sweeping panoramic views of the city. Next, we will enjoy sunset and night market in Mekong river bank which is the natural border between Laos and Thailand. You also can visit night market in about one hour. Finally, you will enjoy a traditional dinner with live music at the famous Khop Chai Deu Restaurant.Overnight: Hotel in Vientiane (Hotel option)
Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner
Day 7: Vientiane Departure
After a delicious breakfast, 8am, we will visit Buddha Park, take a stroll around the Buddha Park (Xieng Khuan), filled with more than 200 Buddhist and Hindu statues. The tranquil setting along the Mekong River is a contrast to the slightly eccentric sculptures built in 1958 by a Laos shaman. The concrete sculptures are unique and intriguing, sitting majestically in the peaceful park.
Comeback hotel and you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight
Meals included: Breakfast
Price per person in USD
| No of Pax | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6-8 | 9 – 12 | Single charge |
| 4 - 5 star hotel | 955 | 795 | 715 | 665 | 630 | 575 | 180 |
| 3 star hotel | 775 | 615 | 535 | 485 | 450 | 395 | 75 |
Hotels & Locations
| Luang Prabang | Vang Vieng | Vientiane | |
| 4–5 Star Hotel |
1, Royal peacock Boutique Hotel 2, Muangthong Boutique Hotel 3, Le Bel Air Resort Luang Prabang |
1, Eden de Vang Vieng Hotel 2, Vang Vieng Tmark Resort 3, Amari Vang Vieng |
1, Lao Poet Hotel 2, Azela Park View 3, Salana Boutique Hotel |
| 3 Star Hotel |
1, Luang Prabang river lodge 3, Jasmine Hotel 4, Villa Mahasok hotel |
1, Sansan Resort 2, Vang Vieng Diamond Resort 3, FARAWAY SUITES |
1, Vientiane Garden Villa 2, Chanthapanya Hotel 3, Vientiane Boutique Villa |
Package included:
+ Accommodation optional
+ Private transfer on tour and pick up, drop off (Airport/train station)
+ Speaking English tour guide - experience guide
+ Daily bottle of mineral water
+ Meals as mentioned
+ All entrance fee on tours
+ Vang Vieng, Luang Prabang boat fee
+ Sticky rice, snack and fruits for alms giving tour,
+ Tea, coffee, fruit on boat while visiting Boat to Pak Ou Caves
Package excluded:
+ Optional Activity: Kayaking on Nam Song River – US$30/pax
+ Optional Activity: Half Day Trekking to Pha Ngern Viewpoint - US$30
+ Drinks
+ Tips
+ Travel insurance
+ Laos arrival and departure air-tickets
+ Personal expense and others not mentioned
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