A1 Travels Pvt Ltd.
239 ½ GALLE ROAD DEHIWALA SRI LANKA
Country: LAOS
Area: Luang Prabang, Laos
Tour Duration: 5 Days / 4 Night
Price From: USD 549/=
Start Date: Daily
Depart From: Vientiane
Return To: Luang Prabang
Recommendation Level: Very Good
Detail Description
5D4N VIENTIANE – LUANG PRABANG
Ref Code#LA–02
Day 1
Arrival - Vientiane
On arrival at the Vientiane Capital, you will be met and transferred to your centrally located
hotel. Vientiane is a charming and fascinating capital, with an interesting mix of Lao, Thai,
Chinese, Vietnamese, French, and American influences. After a short rest, we start visiting the
major sights of the capital; including the Wat Sisaket, the oldest temple with thousands of
miniature Buddha statues and the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo, which previously housed
the famous Emerald Buddha Image. Enroute to Lao’s national precious heritage, the famous and
sacred structure of That Luang Stupa, you will have the opportunity to take some pictures of the
imposing Patuxay Monument, which is well known as Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph. Overnight
in Vientiane
Meal: Optional
Day 2
Vientiane – Luang Prabang
Today, we transfer to the airport for a short flight to Luang Prabang, which is perhaps the bestpreserved traditional city in Southeast Asia. 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 your hotel, we visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine
of Wat Aham and Wat Mai. We then climb up to the top of Mount Phousi to explore the sacred,
gilded stupa as well as have a beautiful view of the city and the Mekong River at sunset. From
there, we explore the Night Market, where you can browse a lovely selection of handmade textile
made by the local people and hill tribes surrounding Luang Prabang. Overnight in Luang
Prabang.
Meal: Breakfast
Tel +94777877779/ +94117208823Fax +94112737477| BKK +66879400500 | E-mail :[email protected], www.A1travels.lk |Skype: A1travels.lk
1/5
A1 Travels Pvt Ltd.
239 ½ GALLE ROAD DEHIWALA SRI LANKA
Day 3
Luang Prabang – Pak Ou Cave
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 represents
classical Laotian architecture. We then embark on a cruise upstream on the Mekong River, which
also gives us a breathtaking view of the tranquil countryside as well as explore the mysterious
Pak Ou Caves, two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of
various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims. 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, a small
village known for its hand weaving. Overnight in Luang Prabang
Meal: Breakfast
Day 4
Luang Prabang – Kuang Si Water Falls
An optional early start gives you the fantastic opportunity to participate in the daily morning
rituals of saffron-clad monks collecting offerings of Alms (ubiquitous sticky rice) from the faithful
residents. This tradition is very unique in Laos, being the only Buddhist nation still preserving
the procession. From there you will visit the morning Phosi Market, where you will see such
diverse offerings as dried buffalo skin, local tea and saltpeter among the chickens, vegetables
and hill-tribe weavings. Laos is also known for its traditional crafts, and today you will visit local
villages of Lao ethnic minority groups at Ban Ouay, Hmong Village, Ban Ou, Laoloum Village and
Ban Thapene, Khmu Village, then drive to the beautiful Khouangsi Waterfall where you can cool
off with a refreshing swim in the turquoise pools or walk along the forest trails. After returning to
Luang Prabang by late afternoon, we continue to Ban Xangkhong, a village well known for its silk
weavings and for its Saa (jute) Papermaking. We return to the city by late evening to observe
the sunset at Wat Siphouthabath. Overnight in Luang Prabang (B)
Day 5
Luang Prabang – Departure
After breakfast we visit The National Museum (close Tuesday) 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, Also the Central Market is not to be
missed. After visiting these sights in the morning, you have free time to explore the town and
stroll around the shopping area. The tour ends after your transfer to the airport for departure
(B)
Remarks:
Prices inclusive of:
-
Transportation in private air-conditioned
Accommodation in twin shared
Boat trip as stated in above sights
English speaking guide
Admission fee to indicated sights
Meals: daily breakfast at hotel
Gov’t tax and service charge
Luggage handling and drinking water
Tel +94777877779/ +94117208823Fax +94112737477| BKK +66879400500 | E-mail :[email protected], www.A1travels.lk |Skype: A1travels.lk
2/5
A1 Travels Pvt Ltd.
239 ½ GALLE ROAD DEHIWALA SRI LANKA
Prices exclusive of:
-
Visa stamping fee on arrival US$30.00/pax
Int’l airport departure tax US$10.00/pax
Int’l air tickets to/from Laos
Travel Insurance in all kinds
Meals :( lunch or dinner)
Single room (quoted separately)
Tip, drinks, personal expenses and others
Compulsory Gala dinner on 24 & 31 Dec
Tel +94777877779/ +94117208823Fax +94112737477| BKK +66879400500 | E-mail :[email protected], www.A1travels.lk |Skype: A1travels.lk
3/5