LAOS TOUR IN COMFORT – 6 DAYS

Best places to visit: VIENTIANE - VANG VIENG - LUANG PRABANG - PAK OU CAVE - VIENTIANE

Durations

6 days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

20 people

Languages

English, Cezch


Vang Vieng is a stunning small riverside town and a traveller’s paradise, you will take in some of the most spectacular scenery you’re ever going to encounter, as this town is located at the foot of the breathtaking mountains and nestled on the banks of the gorgeous Nam Song River. The tour explores Southeast Asia’s most laidback capital, Vientiane and the fairy-tale kingdom of Luang Prabang, visiting magnificent temple structures and monuments of national and historical importance…


Itinerary :

* BRIEF ITINERARY:

Day 1: Arrival – Vientiane – Sightseeing Tours
Day 2: Vientiane Sightseeing Tour to Vang Vieng – Discovery Tour of Landscapes on Nam Song River
Day 3: Vang Vieng Sightseeing Tour to Luang Prabang – City Tour
Day 4: Luang Prabang Sightseeing Tour
Day 5: Luang Prabang Tour to Pak Ou Cave – Boat Trip on Mekong River
Day 6: Luang Prabang – Departure

Day 1: Laos Package Tour from Vientiane to Vang Vieng and Luang Prabang: Arrival – Vientiane Sightseeing Tours

On arrival in the Laos capital of Vientiane, you will be met and transferred to your centrally located hotel. Vientiane is a charming and fascinating capital, with an interesting mix of Lao, Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese, French, and American influences. After a short rest, we start visiting the major sights of the capital; including Wat Sisaket, the oldest temple with thousands of miniature Buddha statues, and the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo, which previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Image. Enroute to Lao’s national icon, the precious and sacred structure of That Luang Stupa, you will have the opportunity to take some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument, which is known as Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph. The Mekong riverside is the perfect place to end the day and admire the sunset. 
Overnight in Vientiane.
LAOS TOUR IN COMFORT - 6 DAYS

Day 2: Laos Package Tour from Vientiane to Vang Vieng and Luang Prabang: Vientiane Sightseeing Tour to Vang Vieng – Vang Vieng Sightseeing Tours (B/-/-)

We leave the capital early for our journey northbound; we will see some breathtaking scenery en route as we pass through the spectacular countryside towards the mountainous region. Along the way, we visit the busy and colorful market of Thalat where various hill tribes come to trade goods and buy provisions. The next stop of our trip is Vang Xang, famous for the archeological site dating back to the 11th century. We reach our final destination Vang Vieng, which is nestled on a bend of the Nam Song River. Its stunning scenery with limestone outcrops remains unspoiled, despite recent developments with the advent of tourism. After checking into your hotel you are at your own leisure. 
Overnight in Vang Vieng.

Day 3: Laos Package Tour from Vientiane to Vang Vieng and Luang Prabang: Vang Vieng Sightseeing Tours to Luang Prabang (Road) – Luang Prabang Walking Tours (B/-/-)

LAOS TOUR IN COMFORT - 6 DAYS
Vang Vieng Sightseeing Tour to Tham Jang Cave

Heading 2km out of Vang Vieng town we explore the famous caves of Tham Jang, which was once used by the local people as a hideout from Chinese invaders. We also cross the river to Ban Huai Ngai, a very pleasant village where we can explore the different lifestyles of the locals. Upon leaving Vang Vieng, the roads begin to deteriorate; however the stunning mountain scenery makes for an interesting journey. We wind our way through the mountains to Luang Prabang. This town with its gleaming temple roofs, fading colonial architecture and stunning mountain backdrop has been claimed by UNESCO to be “the best preserved traditional city in South East Asia”. There is little traffic on Luang Prabang roads and monks in orange robes scurry in all directions carrying umbrellas to shade themselves from the sun. 
Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 4: Laos Package Tour from Vientiane to Vang Vieng and Luang Prabang:  Luang Prabang City Tours (B/-/-)

LAOS TOUR IN COMFORT - 6 DAYS
Luang Prabang City Tour

The former Royal Palace has been turned into a National Museum (closed Tuesdays). This interesting structure displays a collection of artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture dating from the days of the early kings right through the last sovereign. Today we also have enough time to explore some other landmarks, including the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun, the shrine of Wat Aham, the city’s oldest temple of Wat Sene and Wat Mai with its five tiered roofs. A visit to Luang Prabang would be incomplete without ascending the 329 steps to the top of Phousi Hill for a beautiful sunset view of the city and its glowing reflection on the Mekong River. Overnight in Luang Prabang. 

Day 5: Laos Package Tour from Vientiane to Vang Vieng and Luang Prabang: Luang Prabang Sightseeing Tours to Pak Ou cave – Cruising Trips on Mekong River (B/-/-)

LAOS TOUR IN COMFORT - 6 DAYS
Luang Prabang Sightseeing Tour to Pak Ou cave – Cruising Trips on Mekong River

Today, we continue our city tour, seeing the magnificent Wat Xieng Thong, which nestles at the meeting of the Mekong and the Nam Khan River. The temple structures are decorated in various ways with gilded stuccoes and doorways. The back wall has an intriguing large flame ‘tree of life’ pattern set in colored glass mosaics. We then embark on a cruise upstream on the Mekong River, which also gives us a taste of the tranquil countryside and an interesting visit to the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims. Along the way, we stop at Ban Xang Hai, where the local rice wine is produced. On our return, we drive to the famous weaving village of Ban Phanom where shoppers have a chance to try their hand at bargaining. Overnight in Luang Prabang. 

Day 6: Laos Package Tour from Vientiane to Vang Vieng and Luang Prabang: Luang Prabang Package Tours – Fly Back to Vientiane – Departure ( B/-/-)

You will have free time to wander around the town and explore the Central Market before transferring to the airport for a short flight to Vientiane and your connecting flight out to your next destination.

End of Trip!

* Inclusive of above prices:
•Transportation in private
•Accommodation in twin shared room
•Domestic air ticket as stated only
•Boat trip as stated in above sights
•English speaking guide
•Admission fee to indicated sights
•Meals: daily breakfast at the hotel
•Gov’t tax and service charge
•Luggage handling and drinking water

* Exclusive of above prices:
•Visa stamping fee on arrival
•Int’l air tickets to/from Laos
•Travel Insurance in all kinds
•Lunch or dinner unless where stated
•Single room (quoted separately)
•Other foreign language guides
•Peak tourist season or special event rates
•Child or adult in triple sharing room
•Tip, drinks and other personal expenses

* Additional Remarks:
•Itinerary is subject to change depending on the confirmed flights, road conditions, and room availability.
•Hotels listed in above might not be up to the standard of your expectation, especially in the remote area where the limitation of accommodation.
•Prices are subject to change in case of the VAT or other tax increases and USD currency fluctuations.

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