Vientian - Orchid Trek - Ban Hatkhay 4D/3N

Day 1: Vientiane On Arival
Upon arrival to Vientiane, our guide and driver will be waiting at the airport to provide transport to the hotel for check in. After checking in, the remainder of the day is free at leisure to explore Vientiane.

For a great first experience, head down to the riverfront in the early evening. Strolling along the Mekong, enjoy sampling local snacks or browsing some of the many souvenir stalls. As this area is also very popular amongst the locals, it’s a great place to get acquainted with Lao culture.
Overnight: Vientiane - Hotel Options
Meals: N/A

Day 2: Vientiane City Tour - Orchild Farm - Ban Hatkhay
Vientiane – Orchid Farm: 20 min Orchid Farm – Ban Hatkhay (100 km): 2 hours
This morning, enjoy a half-day guided tour through Vientiane. Start off at Wat Sisaket, one of the most beautiful temples in the capital. Continue on to the nearby Wat Phra Keo. Used as a religious museum, Wat Phra Keo displays a collection of both Lao and Khmer works of art. While it can only be viewed from outside, the nearby Presidential Palace is a beautiful glimpse into the colonial past of Laos.

Continue with a visit to 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.

Next is a visit to the Patuxay monument, Laos’ version of the Arc de Triomphe, where sweeping views of the city await from its accessible roof. Afterwards,Enjoy a delicious lao -style lunch at Lao Kitchen.

After lunch, head to the Orchid Farm to meet up with an orchid expert (French & English speaking). The guide will explain the different species of orchids and the efforts made to protect these fragile flowers.

Drive on to Ban Hatkhay, the final destination for the night, arriving around 17:30-18:00. After a short tour of the village, enjoy a traditional Lao dinner alongside the locals.
Overnight: Ban Hatkhay - Hotel Options
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Orchid Trek - Vientiane
After breakfast at the village, depart around 09:00 for the Tad Sae waterfall. It will be a 2-hour walk to reach Tad Saang, a cascade of over 50 meters wide and 5 meters high. The waterfall is a beautiful place with a large pool, ideal for swimming.

After lunch nearby the waterfall, depart for the other side of the Nam Leuk to reach the trek’s starting point. The second part of the trek, which is rich in forest and a variety of landscapes, will last around 2 hours.
After the trekking experience, head back to the village for refreshments and a transfer to Vientiane around 18:00.
The rest of the day is free at leisure.
Overnight: Vientiane - Hotel Options
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4: Vientiane Departure
Today is your departure day it depend on your departure flight and time so that after breakfast, enjoy the remainder of the morning free at leisure before our driver come and pick you up to the airport/Train station
Meals: Breakfast

Included:
Accommodation
Meals as mentioned
Private transfer
E.S Guide 
Orchid expert guide on Day 2 and 3 (French & English speaking – for other languages supplements apply)
All Etrance fees

Excluded:
Arival and departure flight
Camera/video entrance fees
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Tips
Visa
Other not mentioned in the itinerary

Notes:
Trekking difficulty level: Moderate 
We will do the best to ensure you have a good trip but This itinerary may alter due to local conditions / the weather or any orther unexpected circumstances. Your guide will have the final say.