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7 DAYS / 6 NIGHTS - CLASSIC LAOS

VIENTIANE - PLAIN OF JARS - LUANG PRABANG - KUANGSI WATERFALLS - PAK OU CAVE

 

 

DAY 1: VIENTIANE / ARRIVAL

"Sawadeeeee" - your guide will greet you upon arrival in Vientiane, a city where east meets west! At the left bank of the Mekong River there is the largest city of Laos and the smallest capital in the world. Graced by the "Arch of Triumph", you will visit its superb markets, outstanding monuments, and numerous temples such as Wat Phra Keo which contains the three Pitaka, the most sacred books of the Buddhist religion. Hundreds of Buddhas made of bronze line the floor and colorful angels and flowers are carved into the pillars, walls, and the ceiling. Visit the temple of Wat Si Muang, home of the garden spirit of  the Vientiane and the near by Tat Luang Stupa. Enjoy the very special atmosphere at the elegant French colonial style mansion of Caruso Lao which is as much gallery as store. Canadian owner, Sandra Yuck, seeks the finest works and has gathered some of the most talented artisans in Laos: from carvers, turners, silversmiths to weavers. A visit to the Caruso Lao showrooms is like a trip to any fine art gallery. Learn how the collection is created from rare woods harvested in a sustainable way and from the finest silks woven by hand on special rosewood looms. Overnight in Vientiane.

 

DAY 2: VIENTIANE - XIENG KHOUANG (PLAIN OF JARS) - MON, WED, FRI & SAT

After breakfast, if time permits, visit to the bustling morning market which is the biggest shopping center in Vientiane. Transfer to Wattay airport for departure Xieng Khouang, situated on high plateau of grasses and scrubby trees, this area is doted with more than hundred large stone. Legend has it that these stone jars were cups used by a race of Kha giants to drink alcohol. Apart from the site of the "Plain of Jars" Xieng Khouang province was one of the most heavily bombed areas of Laos in the American air-war which began in 1964 and lasted for nine years. On arrival take a brief city tour around the town before check- in. Overnight in Xieng Khouang.

 

DAY 3: XIENG KHOUANG - PLAIN OF JARS

This morning drive (10 km) to Phonesavanh, Xieng Khouang Province in northeastern Laos, to visit Plain of Jars which dates back at least 2000 years ago. Continue to visit plain of jar (Site2) 'Hai Hin Phu Salato'. En-route visits the Hmong village of Ban Na Sala where you can learn about their housing, living and working condition which is completely different from others. In the afternoon drive to Maung Khoung, the old capital of Xiengkhoung which was heavily damaged during the war, there you can see some former French settlement and hospital as well as the damage famous temple of Wat Phia Wat. Overnight in Xieng Khoung.

 

DAY 4: XIENG KHOUANG (PLAIN OF JARS) - LUANG PRABANG 

After breakfast take a long trip by road 8 and which will last 9 hours till you arrive. Enjoy a most scenic drive to this remote area. Tucked away in a long narrow valley, the steep road winds through a brilliant evergreen pine-forest passing see the scenic view to Luang Prabang which is the ancient first capital of Lane Xang Kingdom and a World Cultural Heritage city. Late afternoon arrive in Luang Prabang and check-in at hotel. 

 

DAY 5: LUANG PRABANG AND ITS TEMPLES

After breakfast visit the exquisite Royal Palace Museum. Built in 1904, during the French colonial era for King Sisavang Vong and his family, architecturally it combines a blend of traditional Lao motifs and the French Beaux-Art styles. This museum houses a wonderful collection of objects of art, costumes from the Royal Theater, jewelry and other interesting treasures belonging to former kings. Then start the visits to the temples of Luang Prabang.

 

  •  Wat Mai Tempel: The Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham or Wat Mai (New Monastery) is one of the biggest and most beautiful temples in Luang Prabang. Its central position (in front of the night market and beside the Royal Palace) makes it one of the most visited temples of this ancient royal town.

  • Wat Visoun orVisunalat, Wat Wisunalat (Vixoun, Visounnarath, Vixunhalat, Wisunarat) was originally built during the reign of King Wisunarat (or Vixoun, 1501-1520) in 1513 (some suggest 1512) and represents the earliest style, sometimes referred to as Luang Prabang Style I, of Lao temple architecture. This style also includes the sims of Wat That Luang and Wat Mai. Wat Wisunalat is Luang Prabang’s oldest operating temple.

  • Wat Ahan,  which is close by.

  • Wat Xienthong, "monastery of the golden city", is the religious emblem of Luang Prabang and one of the highest symbols of Buddhism in Laos which was the reason why it was spared from the plunder of 1887. It is the most historically significant and impressive of Luang Prabang’s many wats. The low sweeping double-tiered roof (the front portico actually forms a third tier) and the rich interior and exterior decoration of its sim create an exceptionally fine example of the classic Luang Prabang style. Close by is the 

  • Wat Sene  Souk Haram or literally "Temple of a 100 000 treasures"  which is one of the most beautiful temples in Luang Prabang, singular by its restored painting of a deep ochre colour, flamboyant and glittering with gold. Constructed in 1718 by king Kitsarath with 100 000 stones from the Mekong river, the temple is made up of a vihan, a that, several koutis, a pirogue shelter (where you can see a racing pirogue of extreme beauty), and a drum shelter (see photo). It is also the first monastery in town whose vihan was covered with yellow and red tiles in the modern Thai fashion. You can see the same type of colours at

  • the Wat Nong Sikhounmuang.

  • Wat Xieng Monuane, is situated in the centre of town, is very peaceful. You can admire the numerous decorative pieces of work, especially the paintings, stencilling and woodwork, the gilding, as well as the numerous portrayals of Buddha. And

  • watch the sunset over the hill at Wat Phabat on the bank of the Mekong river. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

 

DAY 6: LUANG PRABANG - PAK OU CAVE

Today enjoy a boat ride (a few hours) upstream on the Mekong River. Watch slender canoes bobbing by the shore, floating poles marking the location of nets and fish traps, children playing on the sand beach, women washing laundry or taking showers. Visit Pak Ou cave, situated in the side of a lime stone cliff and opposite of the mount of Mekong and Ou rivers. Two large caves are home for one thousand Buddhas which are allegedly more than 300 years old. It is believed by the locals that many good-natured spirits reside in these caves. Climb some more steps up to visit a small royal cave Wat nearby you will see Lao typical villages a screen of foliage, slender canoes bobbing by the shore, bamboo poles and floats that mark the location of nets and fish traps. Stop at Ban Muangkeo, well-known for the famous Lao welcome cocktail 'lao khao'. Watch the a rice alcohol-processing plant and learn the step-by-step traditional process. Back to Luang Prabang, visit the Wat Pal Kham, also written Wat pakham which is situated on the point of the peninsula opposite Heritage House. It has not (as yet) been renovated, which gives it a certain fascination, an authenticity that the other temples of the town don’t possess. Overnight in Luang Prabang. 

 

DAY 7: LUANG PRABANG - DEPARTURE 

After breakfast visit the exquisite Royal Palace Museum. Built in 1904, during the French colonial era for King Sisavang Vong and his family. Architecturally it combines a blend of traditional Lao motifs and the French Beaux-Art styles. This museum houses a wonderful collection of objects of art, costumes from the Royal Theater, jewelry and other interesting treasures belonging to former kings. The rest of the day if free. Transfer to Luang Prabang airport for departure to your next destination.

Laos 7 days tour
Morning market Luang Prabang
along the Mekong

TOUR DURATION: 7 Days / 6 Nights 

TOUR OPERATES: Year Round 

TOUR PRICE: Available upon Request 

As rates vary frequently, please contact us to get best price based upon your travel period and travel requirements

SERVICE INCLUDED:

  • Baggage handling and porter

  • Private air-conditioned transport + boat

  • Transfers & tours with English speaking guide

  • Entrance fees for sightseeing as indicated in the itinerary

  • Refreshing tower and drinking water on tours

  • Accommodation in twin or double-sharing room

  • Meals: Daily breakfast

  • Service charge & government tax

 

NOT INCLUDED:

  • Visa fee

  • Travel insurance against any personal injury of illness and damage of the property incurred during the course of this trip

  • Domestic air ticket VTE- PHONSAVAN

  • International air tickets to/from Laos

  • Departure tax

  • Personal expenses such as: drinks, phone calls, laundry, tips, etc.

  • International and domestic air fare for Italian & Russian speaking guides live in BKK

  • Xmas/New Year/Chinese New Year possible supplements

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