The oldest Wat Sisaket with thousands of miniature Buddha statues,
the nearby sight of Wat Prakeo previously housed the famous Emerald
Buddha Image, the famous and sacred structure of That Luang Stupa make a
special impression and some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument,
which is well known as Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph, sunset by Mekong
Riverside make an trip unforgettable.
Day 1: Arrival – Vientiane
On arrival at Wattay Airport, you are welcome and transferred to your
centrally located hotel. A city tour acquaints us with the major sights
of the capital. We visit the oldest Wat Sisaket with thousands of
miniature Buddha statues, then take a walk to the nearby sight 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 2: Vientiane – Vang Vieng (B)
Breakfast, we are heading out of the town by route No. 13th north.
This Day , we travel north by roads to Vang Vieng with stopover at the
archaeological sight of Vang Xang dating back from the 11th century.
On arrival at Vang Vieng, we cross the Nam Song River, and then enjoy a
short trek through the breathtaking mountain landscape to Tam None Cave
and some hill villages. ToDay ends with a Atacular view of the sunset
over the Nam Song River. Overnight in Vang Vieng.
Day 3: Vang Vieng – Lung Prabang (B)
An early morning start to drive to Luang Prabang by 13th north route,
The Luang Prabang which is perhaps the best-preserved traditional city
in Southeast Asia. The road conditions are good pave, along the way, the
unequalled scenery with a mixture of steep terraced fields and hill
villages make for an interesting journey, we take a short stop some hill
tribe villages for taking photo and greet the villagers, they are
friendly and also warm welcome visitors, The Muang Xieng Nguen is next
stop, we take few minute brake for observing the local lifestyle prior
arriving Luang Prabang. On arrival in Luang Prabang, we visit the
impressive stupa of Wat Visoun, the shrine of Wat Aham, Wat Mai; we then
climb up to the top of Phousi Mount for an enjoyable exploration of
sacred, gilded stupa and a beautiful sunset view of the city and the
Mekong River. From there, we explore Street Night Market, where you can
find the lovely collection and handmade textile by local and hill tribe
people surrounding Luang Prabang. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Day 4: Luang Prabang – Khouangsi Waterfall – Luang Prabang (B)
This morning you may want to wake up early and participate in the
daily early morning ritual of saffron-clad monks with their black
Alms-giving bowls being given offerings from the local people, including
the ubiquitous sticky rice. Breakfast; and excursion to most beautiful
waterfall, you will visit the morning Phosi Market where you will see
such diverse offerings as dried buffalo skin, local tea and saltpeter
among the chickens, vegetables and hill – tribe weavings. Laos is also
known for its traditional crafts, and toDay you will visit local
village of Lao ethnic minority groups at Ban Ouay, Hmong Village, Ban
Ou, Laoloum Village and Ban Thapene, Khmu Village, then drive to the
beautiful Khouangsi Waterfall where you can splash around in the pools
or walk along the forest paths, return to Luang Prabang by late
afternoon and continue to Ban Phanom, a well known weaving village,
return to the city by late evening for observing the sunset at Wat
Siphouthabath. Overnight in Luang Prabang
Day 5: Luang Prabang – Pak Ou Cave – Nong Khiow (B)
ToDay , we enjoy a short – guided tour seeing the city’s oldest
temple of Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its roofs
sweeping low to the ground, which represent the classical architecture
of Luang Prabang temple. We then embark on traditional boat leisure
upstream on the Mekong River, which also gives us a beautiful view of
the tranquil countryside as well as an interesting visit to the
mysterious of Pak Ou Caves, crammed with thousands of gold lacquered
Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes. Along the way, we stop at
the village of Ban Xanghai, where they make the distillation of local
rice wine and continue boating up leisurely trip on the Nam Ou River to
Nong Khiow. Along the way we stop to visit at Thai Lu village at Ban Pak
Jak, Ban Nongkham, weaving village, Ban Muang Souen and arriving Nong
Khiow by late afternoon. Overnight in Nong Khiow.
Day 6: Nong Khiow – Oudomxay – Pakbeng (Road) (B)
Breakfast, upon leaving NongKhiow, we start to drive into the most
mountainous area of Laos. The road conditions are some part good pave
and some are rugged road; however many villages dot the hillsides and
the undulating terrain make for an interesting journey. En route, we can
make stop as you please to stretch your legs and visit the Hmong, Khmu,
Black Thai and Lu ethnic minority people, Hmong hill tribe people at
Ban Songja and Ban Jarong, They are all friendly and interesting and
arrival at Oudomxay city then heading out the town to Pakbeng, along the
way, we visit some Khmu, Tai Dam (Black Thai), Hmong villages and
arrive at Pakbeng and enjoy the daily evening. hill tribe market before
check in into hotel. Overnight in Pakbeng.
Day 7: Pakbeng – HoueiSay (Boat) (B)
ToDay , we embark on a traditional boat, upstream on Magic of Mekong
River. This portion of the Mekong River is not too large but both banks
of the river are bordered by very beautiful mountain ranges and green
forest. Along the way, we stop over at Ban Houeilampen to visit the
Hmong hill tripe people, who are very poor but have unique culture. On
arrival at HoueiSay and taking a ferry boat crossing Mekong to
Chiangkhong (Thailand).
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Tour includes
- Transportation in private air-conditioned
- Domestic airticket with airport tax
- Accommodation in 2 star hotel with twin sharing
- Boat trip as stated in above sights
- English or French speaking guide
- Admission fee to indicated sights
- Meals: 3 lunches and 2 dinners Wat Phou
- Domestic gov’t tax and service charge
- Luggage handling
Tour excludes
- Visa stamping fee on arrival US$30.00/pax
- International airport departure tax US$10.00/pax
- Domestic airticket with airport tax
- International air tickets to/from Laos or Vietnam
- Travel Insurance in all kinds
- Meals:(lunch or dinner, quoted separately)
- Tip, drinks, personal expenses and others not stated