Day No. | Day Brief |
Day 1 | Luang Prabang Arrival |
Day 2 | Luang Prabang – Tak Bat & City Tour |
Day 3 | Luang Prabang – Mekong Cruise, Pak Ou Cave & Kuang Si waterfall |
Day 4 | Luang Prabang Departure |
Day 1
LUANG PRABANG ARRIVAL
Meet your guide on arrival, transfer and check-in to your hotel. During the drive your guide will provide an introduction to Luang Prabang, answer any questions you have, and make arrangements for the following day. Enjoy free time for the remainder of the first day.
Nestled in a mountain valley at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan Rivers is the enchanting World Heritage town and former royal capital of Luang Prabang. It’s a magical and captivating place with stunning colonial architecture, ornate monasteries and colourful markets. Rise early to witness the ancient dawn ritual of saffron robed monks collecting alms, discover the hundreds of Buddha sculptures in Pak Ou Caves, see the spectacular Kuang Si Waterfall and climb Phou Si hill to watch the sun sink slowly behind the Mekong River.
Luang Prabang has many great cafes and restaurants and also night food stalls which emerge at dusk. Ask your guide for personal recommendations.
Included meals: None
Accommodation in LUANG PRABANG
Day 2
LUANG PRABANG – HIGHLIGHTS CITY VISIT
You can discuss with your guide for an early morning start (5.30am) to witness and partake in the daily morning ritual of ‘Tak Bat’ or giving alms to the monks. This is a unique ritual still followed by the locals in Luang Prabang. We can also visit the local fresh market to see how the locals shop, before returning to your hotel for breakfast.
After breakfast, we visit the quaint Royal Palace Museum that provides a fine overview of the culture and history of this ancient city. We follow the quiet back lanes to the beautiful historical Huan Chuan Heritage House, taking in its historical items and architectural charms while learning about the connection it has with the Royal Palace. After a refreshing Iced Tea in the gardens, we continue our walk up the peninsula to the country’s most historic and enchanting temple, Wat Xiengthong. With its roof that sweeps low towards the ground, this temple’s architecture best represents the classical Luang Prabang style. We wander the temple grounds before crossing the road to Wat Khili where this temple’s charming traditional library building houses an historic photo exhibition of Buddhist heritage.
In the early afternoon, we first visit the excellent ‘Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre’, which gives a great insight into the rich and diverse ethnic and cultural blend of Laos. We then transfer out of town and visit the weaving and textile villages of Ban Xangkhong and Ban Xienglek. Back in town, we continue to Wat Visoun, known as ‘The Water Melon Stupa’ due to its shape.
There are 3 options for the final stop of the day;
Included meals: Breakfast
Accommodation in LUANG PRABANG
Day 3
LUANG PRABANG – MEKONG CRUISE, PAK OU CAVE & KUANG SI WATERFALL
After breakfast, we board a private boat for a cruise upstream on the Mekong River, which gives us a panoramic view of the tranquil countryside. Our first stop is the village of Ban Muangkeo where we start a short trek to reach the mysterious caves of Pak Ou, two caves set in a limestone cliff facing the Mekong River crammed with thousands Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes. We then return to Luang Prabang by boat, stopping at Ban Nongxai, an artisans village. We arrive back in Luang Prabang in time for lunch which is taken at a local restaurant overlooking the Mekong River.
In the afternoon we drive out to the beautiful Kuang Si Waterfall where you can cool off with a refreshing swim in the turquoise pool or walk along the forest trails. Enjoy your Picnic Lunch at the Falls. Next to the falls is a Bear Rescue Centre, that does a great job in protecting and rehabilitating the rare Asiatic Black Bear. We then return to Luang Prabang by early evening.
Included meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation in LUANG PRABANG
Day 4
LUANG PRABANG DEPARTURE
Depending on your departure flight, you may have free time at leisure, before being transferred to the airport for your flight.
Included meals: Breakfast
Standard 3* : from US $ 329
Superior 4* : from US $ 441
Deluxe 5* : from US $ 552
* Prices are based on twin/ double share for group of at least 02 passengers travelling together and depend on availability and season.
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