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Laos: Discover Laos Essential (Code: LHV-LAO003/CLS) |
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| Vientiane - Luang Prabang - Pak Ou Caves (5 Days - 4 Nights) |
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Description
For many, a journey to Loas consists of a whistle-stop tour through the two main towns of Vientiane and Luang Prabang, with perhaps a bief detour to the mysterious Plain of jars or ancient Wat Phou. However, those willing to explore further and brave difficult roads and basic, candlelit accommodation will be rewarded with sights of a rugged natural landscape and ethnically diverse people not much changed from those that greeted French explores more than a century ago.
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| Day 1 |
Arrival Vientiane (By air & road)
On arrival Wattay airport, you will be met and transferred to our centrally located hotel. After refreshment, we star 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 im posing Patuxai which is well known as Vientiane's own Arc de Triomphe. Overnight in Vientiane
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Vientiane - Luang Prabang (by air & road)
A short morning flight to Luang Prabang, which is perhaps the best preserved trditional city in Southeast Asia.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 check-in hotel, we visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine of Wat Mai. We then alimb 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.
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Luang Prabang - pak Ou - Luang Prabang(road&boat)
Today we enjoy a short guided tour seeing the city's oldest temple and the magnificent Wat Xieng Thong with its roof sweeping low to the ground, which represent the classical architecture of Luang Prabang temple. We then embark on a cruise up stream 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. Overnight in Luang Prabang
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Luang Prabang - Vientiane
Visit the National Museum at the former Royal Palace, which displays alovely collection of the artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture dating from the day of early king right through the last sovereign and the central market are not to be missed. We visit these sights this morning before we take a flight back to Vientiane. Upon arrival, we visit the major temples including the oldest Wat Sisaket with thousands of miniature Buddha image. On the way to the famous, sacred structure of That Luang stupa, we stop to take some picturesof the imposing Patuxai Monument which is Vientiane's own Arc de Triomphe. Overnight in Vientiane.
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Departture (By air)
After breakfast, free for last minute shopping until time transfer to Wattay airport for departure to next destination.
Service includes:
*A/C vehicle transfer with driver.
*Hotel accommodation in twin sharing room with daily breakfast.
*Sightseeing ang entrance fee at all mentioned sites.
*Boat trip on Mekong Delta as program.
*English, French, Chinese & Thai speaking local guide.
*Meal as stated in itinerary.
*NTA&GOV tax tour
*Travel insurance
Service Exclusive:
# Laos entry visa
# Airport departure taxes (Int 'l)
# Personal expenses(Incidental & Tippings)
# Travel insurance (available on request
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