Insight into Luang Prabang - 6 Days - LCT01

Arrival at LuangPrabang airport, where you will meet your guide who will bring you to the centre of LuangPrabang, Southeast Asia's most romantic city. Overnight in LuangPrabang.

LuangPraband is a World Heritage site recognized by UNESCO as the best-preserved city in South East Asia. Start exploring this charming town with its impressive WatVisoun, WatAham, Wat Mai and WatXiengthong temples. The town is nestled at the confluence of the mighty Mekong and Nam Khan River. You then climb to the top of Mount Phousi to discover its sacred, gilded stupa as well as enjoy the panoramic view of the city and the sunset over the Mekong. Return to LuangPrabang to visit the night market where lovely handicraft items are sold. Overnight in LuangPrabang.

In the morning embark a boat to cruise upstream on the Mekong, a scenic journey with breathtaking views of the tranquil countryside. Discover the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, two caves linked to one another filled with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes donated by pilgrims. Along the way, you will stop at Ban Xanghai village, where local rice wine is produced. On return, you take a short drive to Ban Phanom, a small village known for its amazing woven handicrafts. Overnight in LuangPrabang.

In the morning you visit Phousi Market, where a plethoraof goods, ranging from dried buffalo skin, local tea and saltpeter to chickens, vegetables and hill tribe weavings, are being sold. Continue the drive to Khouang Si Waterfall. En route stop at the village of Ban Na Oune inhabited by Hmong and Ban Tha Pane where theKh'mu ethnic minority lives. Arrive at the beautiful Khuang Si Waterfall where you can cool off with a refreshing swim or walk along the forest trails. Picnic lunch near the waterfall. You will return to LuangPrabang to visit the ethnic night market. Overnight in LuangPrabang

Together with your local guide, you will travel to the Adventure and Elephant Camp about 15 km out of town, in the middle of green, natural surroundings on the banks of Nam Khan River. After crossing the small river, you will be introduced to protected Asian elephants and go out for a scenic ride. Enjoy the view from a different angle and immerse yourself in nature. Stunning landscape, tranquility and lush nature will leave you relaxed and happy on the back of your elephant. 

The ride will be take you through the jungle to visit the beautiful Tad Se Waterfalls. Here you can hang out for lunch and enjoy a swim in its refreshing water. A short boat trip will bring you back to the Elephant and Adventure Camp. After that you will return to Luang Prabang.

Free time for shopping or exploring on your own before you are taken to the airport for your departure flight. Your hotel room is available until noon only. Asiatica Travel’s services end here.