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Day1. Arrival –Vientiane (D
On arrival in
Vientiane Capital, you are met and transferred to our centrally
located hotel. After a short rest, we start to visit 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 Patuxay Monument,
which is well known as Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph, sunset by
the Mekong Riverside and late evening. Overnight in Laos Plaza
hotel inVientiane.
Day2. Vientiane – Xiengkhouang (by flight) (B,D)
We board a short
afternoon flight to Xiengkhouang, 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 Phouphadeng hotel in
Phonsavanh. (B)
Day3. Xiengkhouang – Vientiane – Luang Prabang (by flight) (B,L)
There is free time for
you to further explore the town before we board a short flight
back to Luang Prabang via Vientiane; flight will take us over
mountainous region to 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, we start seeing the impressive stupa of Wat
Visoun, the shrine of Wat Aham, Wat Mai, we then climb up to the
top of Phousi Mount for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred,
gilded stupa as well as a beautiful sunset view of the city and
the Mekong River. From there, we explore Street Night Market,
where you can find the lovely collection and handmade textile by
local and hill tribe people surrounding Luang Prabang. Overnight
in Grand hotel in Luang Prabang.
Day4. Luang Prabang - Pak Ou cave (B,L)
Today, 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 represent the classical architecture of Luang
Prabang temple. 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 Xanghai, where they make the local rice wine. On
return, we take a short drive to Ban Phanom, well known for its
hand weaving. Overnight in Grand hotel in Luang Prabang.
Day5. Luang Prabang – Vientiane (B,L)
Breakfast, visit the
National Museum at the former Royal Palace, which displays a
lovely collection of the artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao
culture dating from the days of the early kings right through the
last sovereign, and the Central Market are not to be missed. We
visit these sights in the morning before we catch a flight back to
Vientiane. After checking into hotel, we transfer out to see the
Buddha Park, a blend of Buddhist and Hindu sculptures created by
mystical monk on parkland located by the Mekong River and the
impressive Lao- Thai Friendship Bridge. A view of the Atacular
sunset over the Mekong River is perfect way to finish the day.
Overnight in Laos Plaza hotel Vientiane.
Day6. Vientiane – Departure (B)
After breakfast, we
visit the Morning Market and the weaving village of Ban Nong
Bouathong (if time permits). The tour ends after your transfer to
Wattay Airport or Friendship Bridge for departure. |
