Itinerary Details
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Day 1 - Arrive in Vientiane
Welcome to Laos! Upon arrival,your professional private guide will be ready to welcome you at the arrival hall.You will be transferred to your hotel with a private car and driver.The rest time is free at leisure.
Day 2 - Vientiane Sightseeing
Today you will pay a visit to the oldest Buddha park - Wat Sisaket with thousands of tiny Buddha statues and the former royal temple Wat Pra kaew built as the Lao royal family's personal chapel and it houses the famous Emerald Buddha Image. En route to the famous and sacred structure of That Luang Stupa, you will stop to take some photos of the imposing Patuxay Monument,well known as Vientiane's Arc De Triumph.
Lunch at local restaurant,and then continue your visit to the Wat Xieng Khoun(Buddha Park) where more than 200 Buddha images are found along the banks of the Mekong River. After visit the COPE center, shopping, transfer back to hotel free and relax at your hotel.
Day 3 - Vientiane - Luang Prabang
After breakfast drive to airport for short flight to Luang Prabang, transfer to hotel in Luang Prabang. After refreshment, your visit will start with the Wat Visoun,it was turned into a Museum of Religious Arts in 1942, and houses collections of Buddha images and religious artifacts from the fourteenth century. A short drive along the Nam Khan river bring us to Wat Xieng Thong. This is one of the most important temples in the entire country of Laos and the most important one in Luang prabang.
After a short walk along the streets you will arrive at Wat Mai (“New Monastery” built in 1796).The most striking feature of the temple is the gilded relief panels covering the front facade. Next to Wat Mai temple is the National Museum (close every Tuesday) which used to be the Royal Palace (Haw Kham). Your guide will help explain some information as you tour the museum. It houses the Royal throne of the Lane Xang kingdom in its original splendor, and many other religious treasures.
To finish our trip you will climb the steps of Phou Si hill.The gilded stupa at the top of the hill is built on a large rock outcropping.Further down the side of the hill is part of Wat Phra Buddabhat (The Buddha's Footprint Temple). From here enjoy the view of the peninsula where the Nam Khan river meets the mighty Mekong river.
Day 4 - Luang Prabang Sightseeing
Get up early to observe the Buddhist Alms Giving Ceremony at 5:40am if you like.You will continue to explore the open-air Morning Market in the old town. There's only a few large grocery stores here—instead, food is still produced by small farming families and villages and were brought to Luang Prabang for sale from the surrounding rural areas. Your guide will explain some seasonal vegetables and fruits to you and he will also guide you pick some snacks.Return to the hotel for breakfast.
Then you’ll board a traditional slow boat for the trip on the Mekong River.This majestic river runs from the Tibetan Plateau through China, Burma, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam. You will stop to visit the holly Tam Ting Caves (also called the Pak Ou caves). This is a site of ancient spiritual significance.Over 4,000 wooden figures of Buddha, many highly ornate, stand within the natural limestone caves, testament to the skill of Lao craftsmen centuries ago.Continuing along the river, you will visit some local villages: Ban Xang Hai where you can see rice whisky (Lou Lao) being distilled and taste the local product;and Ban Xang Khong, where Lao craftspeople make saa paper from the bark of mulberry trees.
After return to Luang Prabang, you’ll take a private car to visit the beautiful Kuang Si waterfalls, stopping on the way to visit Hmong and Khamu villages. Hmong and Khamu villages have different structures and ways of life; here, you can learn about their traditions and the differences between Lao, Khamu and Hmong culture. The multi-tiered waterfall, which takes on a striking turquoise color in the dry season, is perfect for a refreshing bath in the afternoon. Clean and relaxed from the waterfall. After the visit, you will back to town.
Accommodation
- 2 Nights in Vientiane
- 2 Nights in Un-known
Located in the heart of the Vientiane
Set international standards for the discerning traveler in this ancient and wonderful land
It was once a former residence for King Sisavangvong’s wife
Situated in the heart of Luang Prabang
What's included
Carefully selected accommodation with breakfast
Accommodation based on two people sharing (for each person not sharing a room, the single supplement will be added)
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Well screened Hotels
Handpicked hotels with good service and spacious room.
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Super nice location
Downtown location with convenient transportation and many good restaurants nearby.
All mentioned internal flights, trains, and cruises
Private & air-conditioned vehicle with ample space
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Best-time flight
No early get up. No late arrival.
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Better seats
Select seats for you as spacious as possible, such as exit row or bulkhead with more legroom.
All meals specified in the itinerary
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Satisfying food
Your special request on food can always be satisfied, no matter it relates to religion or medical purpose!
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Local specialities
Traditional local food is delicious and its specialities are worth searching out with our local guide!
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Little snack
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Bottles of drinking water and cold towels per guest per day
24/7 helpline while you are travelling
All excursions specified in the itinerary
All entrance fees specified in the itinerary
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I had contacted Eva well before I was ready to travel and felt very comfortable about our plans. And our local guide is great! I would recommend it to all wishing to experience laos local life and enjoy beautiful nature.
They are really good! After a missed flight showing up a day late he still made sure we could get out the following day. We are thankful for it. we did as our 4-week vacation in Southeast Asia.
Jack is a delightful man who made every second of our time with him comfortable and educational! He was always smiling and laughing with us while sharing information about the area and culture. If you want a fun trip to remember in Vietnam and laos, do this!!