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Laos > Classic tour
ESSENTIAL LAOS
Code: S-LA 04
Duration: 6 Days 5 Nights
Price: starting from
Code: S-LA 04
Duration: 6 Days 5 Nights
Price: starting from
DAY 1: ARRIVAL VIENTIANE (-/L/D)
Meet upon arrival at Vientiane Wattay airport. Transfer and check-in at the hotel. Lunch at local restaurant. In the afternoon visit Vat Sisaket, the oldest original temple in Vientiane. Built in 1818, Vat Sisaket is the sole survivor of an invasion in 1828. Nearby is Ho Phra Keo, once the royal temple of Lao monarchy. One of the most photographed images of Vientiane is Patousay, the victory gate also known as Anousavari. Another famous Vientiane landmark is the That Luang Stupa. King Setthathirath built this great sacred stupa in 1566. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
Meet upon arrival at Vientiane Wattay airport. Transfer and check-in at the hotel. Lunch at local restaurant. In the afternoon visit Vat Sisaket, the oldest original temple in Vientiane. Built in 1818, Vat Sisaket is the sole survivor of an invasion in 1828. Nearby is Ho Phra Keo, once the royal temple of Lao monarchy. One of the most photographed images of Vientiane is Patousay, the victory gate also known as Anousavari. Another famous Vientiane landmark is the That Luang Stupa. King Setthathirath built this great sacred stupa in 1566. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
DAY 2: VIENTIANE-LUANG PRABANG
Breakfast at the hotel.Transfer to the airport for flight to Luang Prabang.
Meet upon arrival at Luang Prabang airport, transfer and check-in at the hotel.
The crown jewel of Laos and former Lanexang, Luang Prabang, is perhaps the best-preserved traditional city in South East Asia. Magical and charming, it has preserved its long-standing reputation as a stronghold of Lao culture with its splendid natural scenery and sense of timelessness. Lunch at local restaurant.
Visit Vat Visoun, the site of an impressive stupa, That Makmo, stylistically more Srilankalese than Lao. Then walk to the nearby Vat Aham, Climb Vat Phousi hill for an outstanding view over the city. Continue to visit Vat Mai, built in 1796, famous for the five – tiered roof of its wooden sim built in the standard of Luang Prabang style. Sunset at Vat Prabaht Tai located along the Mekong River. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.Transfer to the airport for flight to Luang Prabang.
Meet upon arrival at Luang Prabang airport, transfer and check-in at the hotel.
The crown jewel of Laos and former Lanexang, Luang Prabang, is perhaps the best-preserved traditional city in South East Asia. Magical and charming, it has preserved its long-standing reputation as a stronghold of Lao culture with its splendid natural scenery and sense of timelessness. Lunch at local restaurant.
Visit Vat Visoun, the site of an impressive stupa, That Makmo, stylistically more Srilankalese than Lao. Then walk to the nearby Vat Aham, Climb Vat Phousi hill for an outstanding view over the city. Continue to visit Vat Mai, built in 1796, famous for the five – tiered roof of its wooden sim built in the standard of Luang Prabang style. Sunset at Vat Prabaht Tai located along the Mekong River. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
DAY 3: LUANG PRABANG (B/LD)
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit Vat Xieng Thong, considered as the most beautiful temple. Then board a traditional boat for a trip upstream the Mekong River to visit the famous caves of Pak Ou housing thousands of statues representing Lord Buddha. Picnic lunch at a bamboo cottage overlooking the confluence between the Mekong and Nam Ou rivers. Return to Luang Prabang by boat and continue by car to visit Ban Phanom, a weaving village populated by Thai Lu that originally came from Sipsongpanna in Southern China. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit Vat Xieng Thong, considered as the most beautiful temple. Then board a traditional boat for a trip upstream the Mekong River to visit the famous caves of Pak Ou housing thousands of statues representing Lord Buddha. Picnic lunch at a bamboo cottage overlooking the confluence between the Mekong and Nam Ou rivers. Return to Luang Prabang by boat and continue by car to visit Ban Phanom, a weaving village populated by Thai Lu that originally came from Sipsongpanna in Southern China. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
DAY 4: LUANG PRABANG (B/LD)
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure by road to the Khuang Xi Waterfalls (30 kms, approx. 1 hour drive). The waterfalls tumble over multi – tiered limestone formations into cool, clear pools ideal for swimming and relaxing. On the way to the waterfalls, visit the Khmu minority village of Ban Thapaene. Take a short walk around the village for a glimpse into their lifestyle. Picnic lunch nearby the waterfalls. Return to Luang Prabang. En route, visit Ban Xom village, known for its cotton production, and Ban Xang Khong village to see how traditional Sa paper is made.
Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure by road to the Khuang Xi Waterfalls (30 kms, approx. 1 hour drive). The waterfalls tumble over multi – tiered limestone formations into cool, clear pools ideal for swimming and relaxing. On the way to the waterfalls, visit the Khmu minority village of Ban Thapaene. Take a short walk around the village for a glimpse into their lifestyle. Picnic lunch nearby the waterfalls. Return to Luang Prabang. En route, visit Ban Xom village, known for its cotton production, and Ban Xang Khong village to see how traditional Sa paper is made.
Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
DAY 5: LUANG PRABANG-VIENTIANE
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit the National Museum (former King’s Palace) displaying a collection of personal artifacts of the Royal Family. Then stroll through the lively Central Market where the ethnic minorities of the surroundings come daily. Lunch at local restaurant.
Transfer to the airport for flight to Vientiane. Meet upon arrival at Vientiane Wattay airport, transferand check-in at the hotel. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit the National Museum (former King’s Palace) displaying a collection of personal artifacts of the Royal Family. Then stroll through the lively Central Market where the ethnic minorities of the surroundings come daily. Lunch at local restaurant.
Transfer to the airport for flight to Vientiane. Meet upon arrival at Vientiane Wattay airport, transferand check-in at the hotel. Dinner and accommodation at the hotel.
DAY 6: VIENTIANE DEPARTURE (B/L/-)
Breakfast at the hotel. If time permits, visit Morning Market and nearby Ethnic Handicraft Market. The Morning Market (Talaat Sao) is known for its superior silk weaving, metal work, and woodcarving.Lunch at local restaurant.Transfer to the airport for departure. End of our services.
Breakfast at the hotel. If time permits, visit Morning Market and nearby Ethnic Handicraft Market. The Morning Market (Talaat Sao) is known for its superior silk weaving, metal work, and woodcarving.Lunch at local restaurant.Transfer to the airport for departure. End of our services.
HOTEL RECOMMENDED:
| Categories | Names | Addresses |
| Superior | Muang Luang Hotel | Bounkhong Road, Luang Prabang, Lao PDR Tel: (856-71) 212 791 / Fax: (856-71) 212 790 |
| First class | Villa Santi Hotel | Sakkarine Road, Luang Prabang, Lao PDR Tel: (856-71) 252 157 / Fax: (856-71) 252 158 |
| Deluxe | La Residence Phou Vao | Phou Vao Road, Luang Prabang, Lao PDR Tel: (856-71) 212 530 / Fax: (856-71) 212 534 |
OUR TOUR PRICES INCLUDING:
- Accommodation include breakfast
- Domestic air tickets & airport tax
- Meals mentioned in the program
- Tours & transfers in private vehicle
- English/French-speaking guide
- All entrance fees for visits mentioned in the program
OUR TOUR PRICES EXCLUDING:
- Laos visa fee (USD30/pax, issued on arrival, please bring 1 passport photo)
- Camera/video entrance fees
- International airfare and airport tax upon departure (10USD/pax)
- Meals not mentioned
- Personal expenses
NOTE:
Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
All hotels booking will be made upon availability of hotels
Airfares & schedules are subject to change without prior notice by airlines
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