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Classic Laos Tour
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Head off the tourist track to this fascinating and beautiful landlocked country. Start in Vientiane, the peaceful capital on the banks of the mighty Mekong. Visit Wats and Pagodas and see the traditional arts of Laos. Then travel back in time to the charming town of Luang Prabang. Surrounded by precipitous mountains at the junction of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers this World Heritage City is a wonderful break from the hustle and bustle of Asia. A calmer, gentler city, Luang Prabang offers relaxing days visiting waterfalls, caves or enjoying a crepe at the local creperie.
You will also explore the stunning Laos landscape and visit remote hill tribes in a wonderful day of trekking. Your accommodation in each city will be uniquely Laos with beautiful decorations and wonderful service. This 7-day tour will leave you with a sense of peace and a true feeling that you have gone beyond the norm and discovered your own Southeast Asia.
Day 1 - Vientiane - Arrival
Arrive Vientiane where you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel.
Take a guided city tour including Hor Prakeo, Wat Sisaket, That Luange, and Pra Tou Chai before returning for a traditional dinner including a music and dance performance.
Meals included: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight at Settha Palace Hotel
Day 2 - Vientiane - City Tour
Your guide will take you to visit the Khaisone Phomvihan Museum. See the traditional weaving village of Ban Nong Bua Thong and the busy central market.
Spend the afternoon at your leisure.
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight at Settha Palace Hotel
Day 3 - Luang Prabang - Arrival
You will be transferred to Vientiane Airport in time for your flight.
Upon arrival in Luang Prabang you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Have the afternoon at leisure exploring Luang Prabang and don't miss the night market.
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight at Three Nagas Hotel
Day 4 - Luang Prabang - City Tour
Wake up early to see monks receive morning alms. Return to your hotel for breakfast after which your guide will take you on a city tour including Phousi Mount, the National Museum, Wat Xieng Thong, Wat Visun, and Wat Sen.
Enjoy lunch in town followed by an afternoon free.
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight at Three Nagas Hotel
Day 5 - Luang Prabang - Day on the Mekong
After breakfast, take a longtail boat crossing to the right bank of the Mekong and the pottery making village of Ban Han. From here take a thirty minute walk to Wat Long Khoune village. Another boat will take you from here up river to the rice-wine distilling village of Ban Sang Hai followed by a visit to the Pak Ou caves famous for hundreds of miniature statues of the Buddha. Return to Luang Prabang by longtail boat in the late afternoon.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight at Three Nagas Hotel
Day 6 - Luang Prabang - Trekking
Your guide will meet you at your hotel and you will be taken by minivan to the start of your trek. Here you will cross the Nam Kan River and continue up into the hills. Walk through villages and enjoy lunch cooked by your guide and villagers. Continue on after lunch and visit the Hmong people high on the hills, most villages here live at a subsistence level and are fascinated by people visiting them. Head back down to the river and watch the sunset as you take a local boat across to where your van will be waiting.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight at Three Nagas Hotel
Day 7 - Luang Prabang - Departure
Transfer to Luang Prabang airport from your hotel in time for your flight.
Meals included: Breakfast
Tour Rate: starting at $1,145 per person double with $645 single supplement.
Price includes:
- Air tickets for Bangkok – Vientiane – Luang Prabang – Bangkok
- Accommodation at Settha Palace Hotel, Vientiane
- Accommodation at Three Nagas Hotel, Luang Prabang
- Air-conditioned car with driver
- Licensed English speaking Laos guides
- Tours and admission fees as mentioned above
- Meals as specified above
Price excludes:
- Personal expenses
- Visa fees
- Airport tax
- Alcohol
- Tips
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