Description
Vientiane, the capital of Laos,
is located on the banks of the Mekong River. Across a narrow
stretch of water is northern Thailand, a country with
similar traditions and ethnic minorities; only a few hundred
yards of water separate these two countries, but almost 50
years of isolation has left Laos a very different country
from its neighbor. Vientiane is a composite of many cultural
influences; wide tree-lined boulevards and timeless villas
are the legacy of the French, whose influence stretched
across Indochina from the late 1890s until the Geneva Accord
of 1954. In Vientiane you will find the glittering stupa of
That Luang, the largest stupa in Laos, constructed in 1566
by King Setthathirat. Vientiane, like its neighbor Phnom
Penh, has the Patusay Victory Gate; both are reminiscent of
the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.
Detailed Itinerary
DAY01: ARRIVAL VIENTIANE BY AIR
On arrival Wattay
airport, you will be met and transferred to our centrally
located hotel. After refreshment, we start visiting the
major sights of the capital; including the oldest Wat
Sisaket with thousands of miniature Buddha statues and the
former royal temple of Wat PraKeo previously housed the
famous Emerald Buddha Image. On the way to the famous and
sacred structure of That Luang stupa, we stop to take some
pictures of the imposing Patuxai which is well known as
Vientiane’s own Arc de Triomphe. Overnight in Vientiane (-/L
/D).
DAY02: VIENTIANE – LUANG PRABANG
BY AIR
A short morning
flight to Luang Prabang, which is perhaps the best preserved
traditional city in Southeast Asia. The tranquility and
charm of this town with is splendid natural scenery and
cultural sights make it one of the most delightful places to
visit in Laos. On arrival, we visit the impressive stupa of
Wat Visoun and the shrine of Wat Mai. Wat Xieng Thong with
its roof sweeping low to the ground, King Palace. We then
climb up to the top of Phousi Hill for an enjoyable
exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a
beautiful sunset view of the city and the Mekong River.
Overnight at Luang Prabang (B/L/D)
DAY03: LUANG PRABANG FULL DAY
TOUR
Today, we enjoy a
short guided tour seeing the city’s oldest temple and the
magnificent which represent the classical architecture of
Luang Prabang house. We then embark on a cruise upstream on
the Mekong River which also gives us a beautiful view of the
tranquil countryside as well as an interesting visit to the
mysterious of Pak Ou caves, crammed with thousands of gold
lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes. Along
the way, we stop at the village of Ban Xang Hai, where they
make the local rice wine. On return, we take a short drive
to Ban Phanom, well known for its hand weaving and overnight
in Luang Prabang (B/L/D)
DAY04: LUANG PRABANG – DEPARTURE
BY AIR
After breakfast, free
for last minute shopping until time transfer to
International Airport for departure (B/-/-)
End of services.
List of Accommodation:
Note:
Hotels subject to change to similar standard without notice!
Price:
|
Category |
2 |
3-5 |
6-11 |
Single Supplement |
|
First Class |
485 |
426 |
388 |
84 |
|
Superior |
547 |
488 |
450 |
146 |
|
Deluxe |
751 |
692 |
654 |
308 |
Note:
Price per Person in U.S. Dollars
Price Including:
-
Fluent
English or French local Speaking Guide
-
Private
air-condition mini van & bus
-
Best
accommodation in TWIN sharing rooms + ABF
-
Private boat
trip to on Mekong River
-
Domestic
airfare VTE – LPQ with airport tax
-
Full board
meals
-
All entrance
sightseeing fee
-
NTA & GOV
tax tour
Price Excluding:
