Kunming to Laos - 10 days
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Overview
Highlights
- Kunming - Enjoy a free evening to head out and explore the lesser-visited capital of Yunnan Province
- Pu'er - Explore this rural area at the heart of the Chinese tea trade with hiking and an included tea-making experience
- Xishuangbanna - Visit the tropical botanical gardens and see highlights of this Dai minority city, including the Buddhist Temple
- Luang Prabang - Spend free time exploring this temple-strewn city and enjoy included sightseeing to the morning market, National Museum and more
- Vientiane - End your journey in the Laotian capital with two free nights to explore at your own pace
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Trip includes
- 9 breakfasts & 4 lunches
- 9 nights 3-star hotels
- Services of an experienced English speaking tour guide for included sightseeing in Pu'er, Xishuangbanna & Luang Prabang
- Local transfers in private vehicles as per the itinerary
- 3 Rapid trains Kunming-Pu’er, Xishuangbanna-Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang-Vientiane in second class
- Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and departure transfer on day 10
- Entrance fees as per the itinerary
- Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.
Itinerary
On arrival in Kunming, you will be collected and transferred to our hotel for check in. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax in the hotel or head out to explore this lesser-known destination.
Kunming - Pu'er. After breakfast, we transfer to the train station and take the fast train south to Pu'er. The journey will take around 3 hours, and we will be transferred to the village of Nakeli on arrival. This was once a critical trading route connecting Yunnan to...
Pu'er - Xishuangbanna. Today we explore the Nannuo Mountain area, known for its long history of tea production. See many tea trees aged up to 500 years and enjoy a 2-hour hike in a tea plantation. There is also an included tea-making experience before we enjoy lunch a...
This morning we visit the Tropical Botanical Garden. Covering an area of more than 1,125 hectares, the gardens date to 1959 and are home to more than 13,000 species of tropical plant. We explore the eastern part of the park, reminiscent of an old growth rainforest. Wa...
Xishuangbanna - Luang Prabang (Laos). Say goodbye to China today as we transfer to the railway station after breakfast and board the rapid train to Luang Prabang in Laos, via Boten port. We recommend you bring something for lunch with you on the train, and make sure y...
Today we explore Luang Prabang on a guided tour in a private minivan. Our adventure begins at the bustling morning market, where the vibrant colours and aromas of local produce set the tone for the day. From there, we’ll wander through the city's revered ancient templ...
Today is completely at leisure. Unwind at the hotel, explore independently or choose from one of the following optional excursions. You can book and pay for both of these optional tours locally. Your first option is a cycling adventure out of Luang Prabang and into...
Luang Prabang - Vientiane. Please note that from today, you will no longer enjoy a tour guide for the rest of your trip. You will be collected by a driver on day 8 and taken to the railway station for your included train to Vientiane, the capital of Laos. On arrival, ...
Your tour comes to an end after breakfast today. There is an included departure transfer to the airport for your onwards flight.
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- International flights and visa
- Tip for your tour guide. We recommend you allow USD$5 - 7 per day, per traveller as a tip for your guide. Tipping your guide and driver is an entirely personal gesture
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