Laos: Highlights of Luang Prabang

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In 2008, the New York Times rated Luang Prabang the #1 destination in the world. Still living in the past, the outside world has not yet influenced the culture and way of life in the mountain villages of Luang Prabang. Come meet the kindest, gentlest people in the world who still reside here, and will welcome you.
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Experience the kindest, gentlest people in the world in Loas’s Luang Prabang and their traditional way of life

What's this trip about?

    In 2008, the New York Times rated Luang Prabang the #1 destination in the world. Still living in the past, the outside world has not yet influenced the culture and way of life in the mountain villages of Luang Prabang. Come meet the kindest, gentlest people in the world who still reside here, and will welcome you.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizePrivate - your group only
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityLuang Prabang
End CityLuang Prabang

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Nature
  • Swimming
  • Wildlife Viewing

Trip includes

    • Expert leadership
    • Accommodations as noted in itinerary (or similar)
    • Meals as noted in the itinerary
    • Airport transfers
    • Sightseeing as noted in the itinerary
    • Ground transportation
    • Tips for local guide, driver, lodge and hotel staff
    • Entrance fees and permits, unless noted separately in costs
    • Basic medical and evacuation insurance

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Luang Prabang

Meals: Lunch

Accommodation: Burasari Heritage

Upon arrival at Luang Prabang airport, you will be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel for check in. The crown jewel of Laos and former Lanexang, LuangPrabang, is perhaps the best preserved tradit...

Day 2: Luang Prabang – Pak Ou – Luang Prabang

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Accommodation: Burasari Heritage

After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll visit Vat Xiang Thong, considered the most beautiful temple in Luang Prabang. The main sanctuary represents the classic Luang Prabang temple architecture with...

Day 3: Luang Prabang – Lao Spirit Resort

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation: Lao Spirit Resort

After breakfast we’ll drive to Elephant camp where you will be introduced to Asian elephants, and go out for a scenic ride! Enjoy the new perspective from the height of an elephant back,...

Day 4: Lao Spirit Resort – Luang Prabang

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Accommodation: Burasari Heritage

We’ll take a late-morning return drive to Luang Prabang, to visit the National Museum (formerly the King’s Palace), displaying a collection of personal artifacts of the Royal Family: photos, musical equipment and gifts received from foreign countries. The rest of the afternoon free to relax or explore the town on your own.

Day 5: Luang Prabang – Depart

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, you’ll have free time to relax or explore until your transfer to the airport for your departure flight to Bangkok or your next destination.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,795
Price per day$359
Single supplement (single occupancy)$500
Last Updated: 9/16/2018

Payment

  • At time of reservation payment charge will $800 or 25% of Land Cost, whichever is greater
  • If 120 days prior to departure payment charge will be 25% of Land Cost
  • If 90 days prior to departure payment will be remaining balance of Land Cost

 

2016 / 2017 Prices

  • $2,495 solo traveler

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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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.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International airfare
    • Meals not noted on itinerary
    • Insurance other than basic medical and evacuation insurance
    • Excess baggage charges
    • Airport taxes (international—varies by location)
    • Cost of medical immunizations
    • Items of a personal nature (sodas, alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.).

Accommodation

Burasari Heritage — Luang Prabang

Elegant rooms decorated with unique touches such as vintage travel trunks, antique-inspired furniture and rich wood paneling create a charming atmosphere that is at once modern and colonial. In fact, this traditional Laotian house leaves no detail unattended to and brims with the romance of adventure travel. Indulge in luxury spa treatments, enjoy breakfast on the riverfront terrace, take one of the hotel bikes out for a spin, or just absorb the warm way of life in delightful Luang Prabang.

 

Lao Spirit Resort

Transportation & flights

Air Travel Airfare is not included in the land cost of our trips. For air reservations, we recommend you contact the airlines directly, either by phone or the Internet. In addition, many travelers elect to use their “frequent flyer” miles when traveling with us. But please check with our staff before purchasing or obtaining your tickets. We need to verify your arrival and departure schedule.
Cancellation policy

If written cancellation is received cancellation fee will be:

  • 90 days or more prior to departure $800 or 25% of Land Cost, whichever is greater
  • 89 to 60 days prior to departure 50% of Land Cost
  • 59 days or fewer prior to departure 100% of Land Cost
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
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Meals Included

4 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches and 1 Dinner

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
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Trip ID
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