Treasures of Laos

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In Laos you travel through a kaleidoscope of diverse cultures that live in fairy tale landscapes of jagged limestone cliffs, lush jungles and the mighty Mekong River. Discover a mouth-watering cuisine, amazing markets, the capital, Vientiane and the World Heritage city of Luang Prabang, where hundreds of saffron-robed monks wander through the streets in searc...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Visit a temple and learn how to make mak beng and pasaatpeung
    • Visit Wat Xieng Khuan, a collection of whimsical but compelling statues of Buddhist and Hindu gods.
    • See a gleaming golden stupa and Ho Pha Keo, the formal royal temple, featuring beautiful examples of Buddhist sculpture
    • Visit Tham Xang Cave, also called Elephant Cave,
    • Visit Ban Na Pia (War Spoon Village) and continue to Muang Khoun, an ancient capital and stronghold for the Xieng Khuang royal family
    • Enjoy great photographic opportunities, followed by a visit to the UXO Laos Visitor Center.

What's this trip about?

    In Laos you travel through a kaleidoscope of diverse cultures that live in fairy tale landscapes of jagged limestone cliffs, lush jungles and the mighty Mekong River. Discover a mouth-watering cuisine, amazing markets, the capital, Vientiane and the World Heritage city of Luang Prabang, where hundreds of saffron-robed monks wander through the streets in search of alms.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 6 people
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityVientiane
End CityLuang Prabang

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • National Parks
  • Religious

Destinations

Activities

  • Caving
  • Culture
  • History
  • Nature

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 2

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 6

Trip includes

    • Accommodation as mentioned or similar, including hotel taxes
    • 19 meals as mentioned (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch)
    • All sightseeing and transfers by private transportation
    • Services of local English speaking guides
    • Entrance fees to museums and sites included in the itinerary

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Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive Vientiane

This afternoon we are scheduled to arrive Vientiane International Airport, where we are met & transferred to our hotel. Overnight: Salana Boutique Hotel, Vientiane (3 nights)

Day 02: Vientiane

The capital city of Laos, Vientiane, still feels like a sleepy city with relaxed charm, tree-lined boulevards, fascinating temples and colorful markets. After being picked up by a private tuk-tuk, we stop for a favorite local sweet snack, "Kao larm" – a sticky rice an...

Day 03: Vientiane

Today we visit Wat Xieng Khuan, a collection of whimsical but compelling statues of Buddhist and Hindu gods. We continue to That Luang, a gleaming golden stupa and Ho Pha Keo, the formal royal temple, featuring beautiful examples of Buddhist sculpture; Wat Si Saket; P...

Day 04: Vientiane/Vang Vieng (Drive 261 Kms/3 hours)

This morning we head north passing mountains and cliffs. We visit a salt field in Ban Keun. We then take a boat ride on Nam Ngum Lake, a serene, manmade reservoir, which also generates a portion of the electricity sold to Thailand, stop at the Talat fish market in Huay Mor, before continuing to Vang Vieng and check in our hotel. Overnight: Silver Naga Hotel, Vang Vieng (1 night) (B, L)

Day 05: Vang Vieng/Phonsavanh (Drive 234 Kms/3 ½ hours)

We visit Tham Xang Cave, also called Elephant Cave, which contains a few Buddha images and a Buddha footprint in addition to elephant-shaped stalactites, which give the cave its name. We continue our drive through the colourful countryside to Phonsavanh and check in o...

Day 06: Phonsavanh

Early this morning we visit a lively open-air local market and continue to the famous Plain of Jars, a vast area extending around Phonsavanh. Mysterious and ancient, over 300 huge stone jars apparently carved out of solid rock are scattered around the plateau. The jar...

Day 07: Phonsavanh/Luang Prabang (Drive 261 Kms/4 hours)

A slow journey on mountain roads to Luang Prabang offers us stunning views of the forested mountains, lush valleys and karst formations. Along the way we visit Muang Sui; scenic Nong Tang Lake, surrounded by limestone cliffs; and the extensive cave network of Tham Pha...

Day 08: Luang Prabang

The Town of Luang Prabang is an UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring the fusion of traditional architecture and Lao urban structures with those built by the European colonial authorities in the 19th and 20th centuries. We explore this charming city in an eco-friendly ...

Day 09: Luang Prabang

Today we visit the Royal Palace (National Museum), which combines traditional Lao and French beaux-arts architecture. This royal residence has been preserved as it was when the royal family last lived here. We then travel to the multi-tiered Kuang Si Waterfall, which ...

Day 10: Luang Prabang

Today we travel on the Mekong River to the steep limestone cliffs, which contain the Pak Ou Caves. These extraordinary caves are filled with hundreds of Buddha images, of every style and material imaginable. On our way to the caves we stop at Ban Xang Hai Village (Clo...

Day 11: Depart Luang Prabang

After our fascinating tour, we are transferred to the airport for our flight out. (B)

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Price From $2,495
Price per day$227
Single supplement (single occupancy)$560
Last Updated: 7/16/2018

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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