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ST OL 04 : LAOS OVERVIEW
( 6 days/ 5 nights ) starting from

VIENTIANE - VANG VIENG - XIENG KHUANG - LUANG PRABANG


Laos

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Day 1: Arrival – Vientiane
On arrival at Wattay Airport, 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, Soviet and American influences.
Overnight in Vientiane
Day 2: Vientiane Tour (B)
A city tour acquaints us with the capital and after a short rest, we start visiting the major sights; including the oldest Wat Sisaket, the 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. After lunch (own account), we visit the slightly surreal park of Xieng Khuan. Built by a monk through the 1960s until the revolution in 1975, this is a landscape of Hindu and Buddhist sculptures, and perfect for informal exploration by adults and children alike.
Overnight in Vientiane
Day 3: Vientiane – Vang Vieng (B) (by road)
We leave this wonderful town after breakfast for our journey northbound on route no. 13. We will see some breathtaking scenery enroute as we pass through spectacular countryside towards the mountainous region. We make a stop along the way at Vang Xang, a famous archeological site dating back to the 11th century. We reach our final destination in the afternoon, the small and tranquil village of Vang Vieng, which is nestled on a bend of the Nam Song River. Its stunning scenery with a mixture of quiet water and limestone outcrops remains unspoiled, despite recent developments with the advent of tourism. On arrival at Vang Vieng, we cross the Nam Song River to Tham Jang caves and then enjoy a short trek through breathtaking mountain landscape to explore the Tam None Cave and some hill villages. Today ends with a superb panorama of the sunset reflecting over the Nam Song River.
Overnight in Vang Vieng
Day 4: Vang Vieng – Xieng Khuang (B) (by road)
Today we will set off early driving up route 7TH north to Xieng Khuangg, which was devastated by American bombing between 1964 and 1973. Upon arrival, we transfer out to visit the Plain of Jars, an impressive archaeological site where hundreds of large stone jars are littered all over the plateau. We also have time, this afternoon seeing the old capital of Muang Khoun Province and the nearby villages, home to the Hmong hill tribe and Tai Dam people. They have an interesting local culture and a colorful history.
Overnight in Xieng Khaung
Day 5: Xiengkhouang – Luang Prabang (B) (by road)
Early morning, we visit the Central Market of Phonsavanh to watch the different hilltribe people barter and exchange merchandises. We then head out this small town towards Luang Prabang, enroute we stop off to see the Buddha images in Thampra, a site more than 200 years old, and various Hmong and hilltribe minority villages along the way. Really nice and friendly people welcome you to their villages. After a photo stop, we continue driving uphill, enjoying the splendid natural scenery of the mountains, the forest and landscape. After a tea or coffee break at Sala Phoukhoun, where the borders of Vientiane-Xiengkhouang-Luang Prabang meet as a T-Junction. The journey will take us over mountainous regions until we approach Luang Prabang.
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 hotel, if time permits, we visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine of Wat Aham, Wat Mai; we then climb up to the top of Mount Phousi to explore the sacred, gilded stupa as well as capture a beautiful view of the city and the Mekong River at sunset. From there, we visit the Night Market, where you can browse a lovely selection of handmade textiles, made by the local people and hilltribe people surrounding Luang Prabang.
Overnight at Luang Prabang
Day 6: Luang Prabang – Pak Ou cave – Khouangsi waterfall (B)
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.
AM: After breakfast, 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 board a cruise upstream on the Mekong River, which also gives us a panaromic view of the tranquil countryside as well as an interesting visit to the mysterious of 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 small village of Ban Xanghai, where the local rice wine is distilled. We return to Luang Prabang by late afternoon and continue to Ban Xangkhong, a village well known for silk handweaving and for traditional Saa Paper making.
PM: We continue our excursion toward Khouangsi Waterfall, en route, we 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 splash around in the turquoise pools or walk along the forest trails. The Khouangsi Waterfall setting really illustrates paradise. We return to the city by late evening to observe the sunset at Wat Siphouthabath.
Overnight in Luang Prabang
Day 7: Luang Prabang – departure (B)
After breakfast we visit The National Museum (close Tuesday) at the former Royal Palace, which displays a lovely collection of the artefacts 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
“END OF SERVICES”

 

Validity: 01 May 2017 – 30 Sep 2017

DESCRIPTION

Number of passenger(s)-Nett per person

Single
supplement

In single

in half-twin room

1

2

3-5

6-9

10-14

15-19

20-24+1

Standard class

1533

794

615

468

461

417

396

200

Superior class

1666

861

682

534

528

489

465

255

First class

1951

1003

823

676

670

632

614

390

Validity: 01 Oct 2017 – 30 April 2018

DESCRIPTION

Number of passenger(s)-Nett per person

Single
supplement

In single

in half-twin room

1

2

3-5

6-9

10-14

15-19

20-24+1

Standard class

1593

823

645

498

490

446

427

229

Superior class

1727

891

712

565

558

518

498

282

First class

2207

1132

952

804

798

760

748

512

+ Surcharge for Christmas and Eva New year upon confirmation
+ 1 FOC in half twin room for group from 20 pax and up.

DESCRIPTION

CITY

HOTEL NAME

Standard class

Vientiane

Lao Orchid hotel (Deluxe room) *** www.lao-orchid.com

Vang Vieng

The Elephant Crossing Hotel (Deluxe room)*** www.theelephantcrossinghotel.com  

Xiengkhouang

Vansana Plain of Jars Hotel (Standard room)***www.vansanahotel-group.com   

Luang Prabang

Chitcharleurn hotel (ROH room) *** www.cm-hotel.com

Superior class

Vientiane

Mercure Hotel (Superior room) **** http://www.mercure.com/gb/hotel-1828-mercure-vientiane/index.shtml

Vang Vieng

Silver Naga Hotel (Deluxe room) or similar***+ www.silvernaga.com 

Xiengkhouang

Vansana Plain of jars Hotel (Standard room)*** www.vansanahotel-group.com

Luang Prabang

Villa Santi Hotel & Resort (Deluxe room) **** www.villasantihotel.com

First class

Vientiane

Lao Plaza Hotel (Superior room) ****+ www.laoplazahotel.com

Vang Vieng

The Riverside Boutique Hotel**** www.riversidevangvieng.com 

Xiengkhouang

Vansana Plain of jars Hotel (Standard room)*** www.vansanahotel-group.com

Luang Prabang

Villa Maly Hotel (Superior room) ****+ www.villa-maly.com

Including services
-
Hotel accommodation by twin share basis with daily breakfast
- Ground transportation by private, air-cond vehicle
- Regional ENGLISH speaking guide
-
Sightseeing with admission fees
- Private boat trips as programmed
- Mineral water and cold tissues on tours

EXCLUDING services
-International air tickets arrival to and departure from Laos
- Visa stamping on arrival to Laos (US$ 30 per person)
- All other meals & beverages are NOT mentioned in the program
- Personal expenses and Tips

 

 
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