CULTURE & HERITAGES OF LAOS 5 DAYS 4 NIGHTS

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DAY 1

Arrival – Vientiane

Up on arrival in Vientiane Capital, you are met and transferred to our centrally located hotel. After a short rest, we start to visit the major sights of the capital; including the oldest Wat Sisaket with thousands of miniature Buddha statues and the former royal temple 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 the Mekong Riverside and late evening. Overnight in Vientiane .

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DAY 2

Vientiane – Xieng Khouang – Phone Savanh (Flight)

After breakfast We board a short afternoon flight to Xiengkhouang, which was devastated by American bombing between 1964 and 1973. Upon arrival, we transfer out to visit the Plain of Jars , an impressive archaeological site where hundreds of large stone jars are littered all over the plateau. We also have time, this afternoon seeing the old capital of Muang Khoun Province and the nearby villages, home to the Hmong hill tribe and Tai Dam people. They have an interesting local culture and a colorful history. Overnight in Phonsavanh



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DAY 3

Xieng Khuoang – Luang Phrabang ( Overland )

Early morning, we visit Central Market of Phonsavanh to watch different Hill Tribes to barter and exchange merchandises. Then heading out the this small town to Luang Prabang about 30 6KM, on the way, we drop off and see a site more than 200 years old Buddha images in Thampra and varied Hmong and varied hill tribe minority villages along the road. They are nice, friendly and welcome you to visit. After a photo stop, we continue driving up hill, enjoying mountain splendid natural scenery, forest and landscape. After a tea or coffee break at Sala Phoukhoun , where the T-junction of bordering meets Vientiane-Xiengkhouang-Luang Prabang. The journey will take us over mountainous region to Luang Prabang. The tranquility and charm of this town with its splendid natural scenery and cultural sights make it one of the most delightful places to visit in Laos . After checking into hotel, [if time permits] we start seeing 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 the sacred, gilded stupa as well as 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 at Luang Prabang.

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DAY 4


Luang Phrabang – Pakou Caves

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 a cruise 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 local rice wine. On return, we take a short drive to Ban Phanom , well known for its hand weaving. Overnight in Luang Prabang.



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DAY 5

Luang Phrabang – Departure

Breakfast, visit the National Museum at the former Royal Palace , which displays a lovely collection of the artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture dating from the days of the early kings right through the last sovereign, and the Central Market are not to be missed. We visit these sights in the morning before catching a flight departs this small, charming city of former royal capital.

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HAVE A GREAT TRIP IN LAOS

Price per pax: (Effective until 30 Apr 09)

No of pax

2Pax

3-4Pax

5-6Pax

7-8Pax

Single Supl.

Standard

550

450

370

330

75

First Class

600

500

410

370

120

Superior

640

550

460

420

155

Deluxe

770

675

590

550

290

Remark: Airfare Vientiane-Xieng Khuang 80USD/PAX, not included above tour cost

Hotels:

Standard:

First Class:

Superior :

Deluxe:

Package includes:

  • Accommodation at hotel base on twin sharing basis
  • Air conditioned transportation
  • Tours as per itinerary including entry fee
  • Meals as indicated on itinerary
  • English speaking guide
  • Drinking water, cool towel refreshments during the trip
  • Private boat trip to Pak Ou Cave
  • Lao Tax

Package doesn't include:

  • Meals other than those mentioned in the program.
  • Personal items & hotel incidental charges.
  • Personal drinks at the meal times.
  • Gratuities to the guide, driver or hotel's porter
  • Internationa airport tax (US$ 10.-)
  • Laos visa on arrival ($30.-)
  • 3.5% Fee for for pay by credit card

PRICE AND ITINERARY ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE

 

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