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CLASSIC OVERLAND LAOS TOURS: Vientiane-Vang Vieng- Luang Prabang

DURATION:6Days / 5Nights

DEPARTURE: Year around

PRICE: From: 485$US/pax

Day 1: Vientiane – Arrival

Welcome to Vientiane, (The City Of The Moon), is the largest city in Laos and its capital. The beautiful ancient city sits on the left bank of the Mekong River. Our Laos tour guide will meet you on your arrival and escort you to your hotel. After check in we will take a short sightseeing trip of Vientiane, taking in some of the local favourites. The Religious Museum housed in the temple at Wat Sisaket, predates the Siamese war of 1828. It features the famous cloister, the wall of which features 6,840 ceramic and silver statues of the Buddha. Wat Ho Prakeo is the former home of the Emerald Buddha but today it contains a collection of Buddha statues and antiquities. Pha That Luang, The Great Stupa, is a symbol of the Laos Nation. It is the single most important monument in the country. It was built to cover an original small Stupa which holds a section of the breastbone of Buddha. Patouxy (The Triumphal Arch) was built between 1957 and 1968 and commemorates the dead of past conflicts. It has become one of the most famous landmarks of the city of Vientiane. Overnight in Vientiane.

 

Day 2: Vientiane - Vang Vieng (B)

After breakfast, Meet your guide and  will collect you to begin the journey to Vang Vieng. As we leave the town, we drive through the Atacular countryside towards the mountains. We head out towards the 11th century archaeological site at Vang Xang. On the way we briefly call at Thalat to visit the colourful market. From there we make our way to the rapidly expanding village of Vang Vieng. Tourism has caused huge growth in this village but the surrounding areas remain as they were centuries ago. The first full day of your Laos trip can be spent strolling round the village, before you settle down at your overnight hotel. Overnight in Vang Vieng.

 

Day 3: Vang Vieng - Luang Prabang (B)

After breakfast, Meet your guide and We then head off to visit the famous cave of Tham Jang. This was used as a hideout from Chinese invaders and is of historic significance. We carry on through the village of Ban Huai Ngai into stunning mountain scenery. We will pass through Kasi and Phoukhoune and finally on to Luang Prabang. Claimed by UNESCO to be the “best preserved city in Southeast Asia”, its gleaming temples and colonial architecture have remained unchanged for years. Monks in traditional dress hurry about carrying umbrellas to shade themselves from the midday sun. You will stay overnight in this fascinating town courtesy. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

 

Day 4: Luang Prabang - City Tour - Kuangsii Falls (B)

After breakfast, Meet your Laos tour guide and0 will take you to see the former Royal Palace, which is now home to The National Museum. Interesting artifacts depicting Laos life under the early Kings are displayed. The museum tells the story of Laos right up to the last sovereign, King Savang Vatthana, who abdicated in 1973 following the establishment of The Lao People’s Democratic Republic. We find time to visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun, the shrine of Wat Aham, Wat Sene and Wat Mai with its five tiered roof. After taking lunch we will drive 30 km South to Kuang Sii Waterfall. This beautiful area is in the heart of the National Park. On the way we go to see the most famous hill-tribe people in Laos, the Hmong at Ban Na Oune. At the Falls there will be time to relax or swim if you so wish. Heading back into Luang Prabang we climb the 355 steps to the top of Mount Phousi to take in the magnificent sunset view. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

 

Day 5: Luang Prabang – Ou cave (B)

After breakfast, Meet your guide and we will take a cruise upstream on The Mekong River. This presents a different perspective of the incredible surrounding countryside. From here we will go to Pak Ou Caves. These mysterious geographical features are crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues in many shapes and sizes. Later we go to sample the famous distilled rice wines at the village of Ban Xanghai. On the return journey we take a short drive to see the hand weavers of Ban Xang. Centuries old methods of dyeing and weaving are used to create their wonderful silks. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

 

Day 6: Luang Prabang – Departure (B)

Today, You are free and relax until your flight time to transfer to the airport for your departure flight to your next destination.

 

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PRICE PER PERSON IN US$:

Price/pax

2 pax

4 pax

6 pax

8 pax

Single supplement

OPT1: 3*

765

627

526

485

175

OPT2: 4*

908

770

669

628

313

OPT3: 5*

1084

946

845

804

497

 

OPT1: 3* Hotels:

City Inn Hotel in Vientiane/Deluxe room:                                     www.cityinnvientiane.com

Silver Naga Hotel in Vang Vieng/Deluxe room:                           www.silvernaga.com

Villa Chitdara in Luang Prabang/Superior room:                        www.villachitdara.com

 

OPT2: 4* Hotels:

Salana Boutique Hotel in Vientiane/Deluxe:                                  www.salanaboutique.com

River Side Boutique Resort in Vang Vieng/Deluxe:                      www.riversidevangvieng.com

Maison Dalabua Hotel in Luang Prabang/Grand Deluxe room:   www.maisondalabua.com

 

OPT3: 5* Hotels:

Green Park Boutique Hotel in Vientiane/Deluxe room:                www.greenparkvientiane.com

River Side Boutique Resort in Vang Vieng/Deluxe room:            www.riversidevangvieng.com

Satri House in Luang prabang/Deluxe room:                                www.satrihouse.com

 

Tour Price included:

- All land Transports by air-con van

- Local Experienced English speaking guide

- Entry fees,

- Mineral drinking water

- Private Boat trip to Ou Cave-Luang prabang

- Accommodations based on sharing room Double/Twin with daily breakfast

 

Tour Price excluded:

- Visa fee upon arrival

- Meals-All lunch and Dinner

- Compulsory gala dinner on 24&31December

- Peak period surcharge between 20December to 6Jan, Chinese/Lao new year period for 4&5Stars

- Personal expense does not include in program, international flights

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