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Panorama of Laos 9 days

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From Luang Prabang to Khone Island

Duration: 9 days

Place: Luang Prabang - Vientiane - Pakse - Khong Island - Khone Island

Meals: 8 Breakfast, 0 Lunch, 1 Dinner

Excluding international flights

Highlights

Laos tour 9 days to discover Luang Prabang, the symbol of Southeast Asia: the Mekong, the beauty of the 4000 islands, and many other treasures

  • Luang Prabang: UNESCO World Heritage city, former religious capital of Laos, at the heart of dozens of elegant temples
  • Kamu Lodge: A charming nature stop among the Khmu people, set amidst a tapestry of rice fields
  • Vientiane: A small and green capital with shaded streets, featuring a peaceful colonial quarter, the large Khua Din market and numerous jewelry and weaving workshops
  • Paksé: A city in southern Laos at the confluence of the Mekong River and the Xe Don River. Paksé is situated on a plateau where tea and coffee are cultivated
  • Bolaven Plateau: One of the main agricultural regions of Laos
  • Region of 4000 Islands: The river, having flooded the plain, has created numerous small islands, hence the name "4000 Islands"

Itinerary

  • You will be welcomed at the airport then transferred to your arranged hotel in Luang Prabang for relaxation.

    Overnight at hotel

  • Uncover the ancient religious capital of Laos, and be surprised by its serenity and spirituality by tuk tuk:

    • Experience unforgettable moments by attending the procession of barefoot monks,
    • Explore the National Museum (formally the Royal Palace)
    • Marvel at the Wat Xieng Thong,
    • Visit the temple of Wat Visoun,
    • Vat Aham, a major shrine in the city, dedicated to the ancestors of Laos.
    • The temple of Wat Mai,
    • Visit the Ock Pop Tok textile gallery for an explanation and viewing of some Lao Silk products, made with the co – operation of small villages.
    • Board the Nava Mekong,
    • Enjoy the stunning landscapes that change color as the sun sets over the Mekong, with the mountains as a backdrop.
    • Dinner is accompanied by a performance of traditional ethnic dances and music. The cruise ends around 9pm.

    Overnight at a hotel

    Meal: Breakfast, Dinner  
  • Luang Prabang – Cruise on slow boat – Pak Ou Caves

    Explore a lively riverside scenery, set on the banks of the Mekong River on boarding a traditional wooden boat.

    • 1.5 hours upstream from Luang Prabang, disembark to visit two sacred caves of Pak Ou, Tham Ting Cave and Tham Phoum Cave.
    • Observe some elephants bathing in the water close to the banks, or some locals trying their luck and panning for gold.
    • After visiting the caves, reboard the boat for a cruise back to Luang Prabang. On the way, stop at Ban Xang Hay,
    • Visit Ban Xieng Lek village to see the women producing silk products on their traditional looms.
    • Return to Luang Prabang and transfer to your hotel.
    • Enjoy some free time to stroll through the H’Mong night market, where a variety of original, local handicrafts are sold. Trading begins at 5pm.

    Overnight at a hotel

    Meal: Breakfast  
  • Luang Prabang - Fly - Vientiane: 1h

    Transfer by private car with driver to the airport of Luang Prabang for your flight to Vientiane.

    You will be welcomed upon your arrival at the airport and transferred to your hotel.

    Meal: Breakfast  
  • Our day is spent visiting the capital city's main attractions such as temples and monuments:

    • Vat Sisaket,
    • Phraken Ho,
    • Patouxay, a large monument, reminiscent of the Arc de Triumph in Paris.
    • The large golden stupa of That Luang,
    • The temple Wat Si Muang, the most visited temple in Vientiane as it is considered the seat of the guardian spirit of the city.
    • Relax in the Wat Sokpaluang, enjoying a wonderful steam bath and massage.
    • Enjoy some free time to stroll and investigate some of Vientiane’s markets, including the covered market, known as the “Morning Market” with lots of local crafts, jewelry, gold and silver on display.

    Overnight at a hotel

    Meal: Breakfast  
  • Vientiane – FLIGHT – PAKSE – Boloven Plateau

    Transfer by private car with driver to the airport of Vientiane for your flight to Pakse.

    You will be welcomed upon your arrival at the airport to start a day of exploration.

    Take the road to Boloven Plateau (1250 m altitude), a major agricultural region of Laos.

    Discover magnificent waterfalls named Tad Lo and Tad Fan. (Zip – lining is available – additional charge).

    The plateau is also home to various ethnic groups, and you'll visit some of their villages with traditional stilt houses made of wood, bamboo, and woven materials.

    Visit a village inhabited by an animist tribe of people called Khaleune (Katou),

    At Houey Houn we will see women busy working on their looms,

    On the way, detour to the village of Ban Sapaie, an area well known for its weavings of cotton and silk, and other textile productions.

    Overnight at hotel

    Meal: Breakfast  
  • Transfer by private car to reach the Champassak.

    Visit Vat Phou temple, the temple of the mountain and a former Khmer ruins sacred place of the 9th century, heritage site by UNESCO in 2001.

    Transfer to the site of the "4000 islands" and its wonderful peaceful landscapes.

    Transfer to Khong Island, the largest of this group of islands.

    Overnight at hotel

    Meal: Breakfast  
  • Khong Island - Boat - Khone Island

    Discover the village of Ban Khong to see the Wat Keo Phouang Temple, and the magnificent Buddha, protected by seven heads of Naga’s.

    Detour and stop by at the local market to discover the trade of palm sugar and other commodities.

    Then, take a motor canoe through the region of the 4,000 islands to enjoy a look at river oriented life.

    Stop at Khone Island to see the old colonial mansions of the French period, and while on the island we visit two waterfalls: the Li Phi falls, known as the “Phantom of the Abyss” and the spectacular Phapheng Waterfall, the largest in South – East Asia, on the border of Cambodia.

    The day concludes with the observation of rare, white "Irrawaddy" river dolphins.

    Overnight at hotel

    Meal: Breakfast  
  • Transfer by private car with driver to the airport of Pakse for your flight to Vientiane, followed by your international departure flight.

    Meal: Breakfast  
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Inclusions

The travel cost varies depending on the season, type of accommodation, and number of travelers

Included

  • All accommodation in suggested hotels
  • All flights mentioned in program
  • All meals as mentioned in the program
  • All transfers by private car and a professional driver
  • All other transportation used for travel: sampan, small boat, etc...
  • A professional English – speaking guide at each stage the entire time (except during free time)
  • All tours as per the designed program
  • All entry fees for places you visit
  • All the entertainment and shows mentioned in the program
  • All program activities (bike, kayak, or others...)

Excluded

  • International flights to and from your home country
  • Beverages, personal expenses and other services not clearly mentioned
  • Tipping guides and drivers, which are of course not mandatory, but always appreciated, are subject to your discretion
  • Travel insurance of any kind that you subscribe to personally
  • Any free time services: including car and driver, tour guide, lunch and dinner

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