Postcards Of Laos: Culture & Heritage
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Overview
Highlights
- Witness the Tak Bak ceremony.
- Explore Khuang Sy waterfall.
- Visit the Plains of Jars.
- Full-day trek to Heouysan waterfall.
- Weaving village at Ban Don Kho.
- Explore 4000 Islands.
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- Transportation by private vehicle with A/C
- Local English speaking guide(s)
- Breakfast and other meals mentioned in the program B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner.
- Accommodation in the category chosen or similar
- Flight/ economy class: Vientain - Pakse
Itinerary
Hotel: Le Bel Air Boutique Resort
Landing from the flight, you will be welcomed upon arrival and taken to your hotel for check-in. For the rest of your day, feel free to explore the city and recharge, getting ready for a day filled with activities tomorrow.
Hotel: Le Bel Air Boutique Resort Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Today starts by visiting Vat Nong temple to witness the Tak Bak ceremony. After that, pass by a local market to sample some local snacks. After breakfast, visit Phousi Mountain located in the center of t...
Hotel: Le Bel Air Boutique Resort Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
In the morning, you will visit the Royal Palace, which is today the National Museum that showcases the history and lifestyle of the Laotian monarchy and its people. After that, head off to Kuang Si water...
Hotel: Vansana Plain of Jars Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, leave for Phonsavanh which Located in northern Laos, the province of Xieng Khouang offers beautiful landscapes of green mountains and karst limestone, but the main attraction in Xieng Khouang is the Plain of Jars, located in the small town of Phonsavanh. Arrival in Xiengkhoang in the late afternoon after 7 hours driving.
Hotel: Vansana Plain of Jars Meals: Breakfast
From Phonsavanh, you’ll start your journey by seeing Muang Khoun, the ruins of what was once the royal seat of the small kingdom of Xieng Khuang. After that, you will get to discover the Plain of Jars, listed as UNE...
Hotel: Riverside Boutique Resort Meals: Breakfast
After your breakfast, leave for Vang Vieng, located on the banks of the River Nam Song. The Vang Vieng region and the karstic mountain range surrounding it offer splendid landscapes. Upon arrival at Vang Vieng, ...
Hotel: Riverside Boutique Resort Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Your journey starts in the morning with a short drive to a small village. From there, you’ll start trekking through the valley on a path winding through rice paddies and limestone formations. Then, climb ...
Hotel: Dhavara Boutique Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After your breakfast, take a boat trip to Nam Ngum Lake, the largest man-made water reservoir in Laos. During the trip, enjoy spectacular views of many small islands including the “Monkey Island” where the p...
Hotel: Dhavara Boutique Hotel Meals: Breakfast
This morning, you’ll have a bike ride, visiting various sights. Start on the red soil road along the Mekong River. Make a short stop to see how the locals prepare Kaolam, a typical Lao snack. When reaching the city...
Hotel: Champasak Grand Hotel Meals: Breakfast
Today, you’ll take a short flight to Pakse, a city located in southern Laos which is known for its rich history, beautiful natural scenery, and cultural heritage. You will be welcomed upon arrival and transferred to your hotel to check-in.
Hotel: Champasak Grand Hotel Meals: Breakfast
Driving north of Pakse this morning to embark on a local boat across the Mekong River to reach Don Kho, an authentic and peaceful atmosphere. Here, you’ll visit a weaving village and observe Laos women working on their looms. On the way back, if time permits, you’ll visit Ban Saphai Village which also specializes in traditional weaving.
Hotel: La Folie Lodge Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
This morning, drive to Paksong where you’ll take an off-road adventure, passing bumpy dirt roads. Reach Ban Lao Ngam where you’ll stop for a rest in a small restaurant. The last leg of your journey will take you to ...
Hotel: La Folie Lodge Meals: Breakfast
This afternoon, explore the gorgeous countryside of the serene province of Champasak on the secluded island of Don Daeng, which peacefully lies downstream on the Mekong River. Grab a bicycle to ride through small paths win...
Hotel: Pon Arena Hotel Meals: Breakfast
Leaving the peaceful countryside of Champasak, travel by road to the village of Ban Nakassang, before taking a short boat trip to the island of Don Khone. The archipelago of 4,000 islands is the perfect place to experience the laid-back atmosphere of Laos.
Hotel: Pon Arena Hotel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Today, you’ll bike to get closer to the incredible landscapes. Starting in Don Kong, the biggest island in the area, head South and take local boats and cruise between Don Khong, Don Piman, and Don Sangphai Islands...
Hotel: Pon Arena Hotel Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy your last day in Laos to yourself, either relax at the hotel or continue to explore Don Khone island.
Hotel: Pon Arena Hotel Meals: Breakfast
After over two weeks of exploring the culture and heritage of Laos, the trip comes to an end. Your driver will pick you up from the hotel and transfer you to the airport to fly to Pakse where you have your connecting flight to your home country.
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What's excluded
- Drinks during the meals
- Meals not mentioned
- Personal insurance
- Tips and personal expenses
- Any service not mentioned in the program
- Visa stamp fee at Luang Prabang (US$ 40 per person)
Accommodation
- Le Bel Air Boutique Resort
- Vansana Plain of Jars
- Riverside Boutique Resort
- Dhavan Boutique Hotel
- Champasak Grand
- La Folie Lodge
- Pon Arena Hotel
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