TOUR OVERVIEW
Laos, known as the "Land of a Million Elephants"is an intriguing destination in South East Asia. Travelers will discover the intensity of Laotianlife on boat trips down the Mekong and experience the warm hospitality of the people here.
This Laos tour will allow you to discover Loas North to South. Starting from Houeisaythat marks the border between Thailand and Laos, you will head down stream to LuangPrabang onLuangsay boat. Arrive in LuangPrabang, the former royal capital of Laos and spend two days exploring the city’svibrant Buddhist heritage and the wonderful waterfalls in the surrounding region. Before reaching Vientiane, and its subtle mix of architectural influences, you will stop at XiengKhuang’smysterious Plain of Jars and admire Indochina War relics. VangVieng surrounded by limestone caves, streams and traditional Lao villages is also part of your itinerary. Toward the end of the tour, you will arrive in the south of the country where the 4000 Islands form a little paradise on the Mekong and if you're really lucky, you will get to see the rare freshwater dolphins that live here.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS TOUR
- Visit sublime temples in LuangPrabang listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Enjoy the quietness and languor that prevail throughout the country
- Visit authentic artisan villages and ethnic minorities
- Admire wonderful waterfalls and take a swim!
- With luck, see freshwater dolphins on the 4000 Islands!
- Try to unravel the mystery of the fascinating Plain of Jars
PROGRAM
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01:Huayxai - Pakbeng by Luangsay cruise
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02:Pakbeng - Pak Ou caves - Luang Prabang
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03:Luang Prabang visit
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04:Luang Prabang - Khuangsi waterfall - Luang Prabang
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05:Luang Prabang - Phonsavanh (Xieng Khuang) - Plain of Jars
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06:Xieng Khuang - Vang Vieng
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07:Vang Vieng - Vientiane
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08:Vientiane visit
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09:Vientiane - Pakse - Bolevan Plateau - Kingfisher
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10:Kingfisher - Elephant Riders school
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11:Kingfisher - Wat Phou - Done Deang
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12:Done Daeng - 4000 islands & surrouding
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13:Done Daeng - Pakse departure
HOTELS LIST
Please note that the hotels mentioned in this list are for reference only. Depending on availability and your preference, they can be changed. If we are unable to book any hotel, it will be replaced by another hotel at least of equivalent standard and value.
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Pakbeng
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Luang Say Lodge
(Pakbeng)
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Luangprabang
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Villa Chidara
(Khounsua road, Ban Vat Nong, Luang Prabang)
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3
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Luangprabang
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Villa Chidara
(Khounsua road, Ban Vat Nong, Luang Prabang)
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1
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Vang Vieng
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Nam Song
(A côté de la rivière Nam Song, Vang Vieng)
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1
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Vientane
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City Inn
(Rue Pangkham, Vientiane, Laos)
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2
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Donekhone
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Sala Donekhone
(Donekhone)
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2
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Tour price:
This trip is organised for private group only. The tariff depends on the number of participants and the tourist season of the year. Please click “Customize this trip” to get the price of your group and your travel date.
Note: Please note that due to cost efficiency, we only organize tour for at least two people.
Services included (applied for this tour, subject to change)
- Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
- Domestic airfare: Vientiane - Pakse in economy class
- Luangsay cruise Hueisay - LuangPrabang 2 days 1 night
- Meal as mentioned: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
- Accommodation based on 02 persons/room including daily breakfast
- Private local English speaking guide
- Private boat trip as mentioned in the program
- Elephant ride at Kingfisher
- Entrance & sightseeing fees
- 1 bottle of water per day
- Service charge & government taxes
Services excluded (applied for this tour, subject to change)
- International airfares
- Early check-in/ Late check-out
- Laos visa (Visa issued on arrival, USD20/pax, please bring 1 passport photo)
- Personal travel insurance (compulsory)
- Bank fee relating to payment
- Tips & Personal expenses such as phone, drink, laundry....
SEE AND DO
Below are all things to see & do in this tour
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Huay Xai
Huay Xai (Hui Sai) is the capital of Bokeo province in northern Laos. Located in the left bank of the Mekong River, in the opposite side of Chiang Khong town of Thailand, Huay Xai is the passage to the north between the two countries. It is also a frequent stopover point of travelers before continuing their journey to other regions of Laos.
Huay Xai, Pakbeng is often linked to Luang Prabang via boat, motor junks, and barges...on the Mekong River. A long yet beautiful path!
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Pakbeng
Being a passage between Huay Xai and Luang Prabang, Pakbeng is frequently visited by travelers. You will find several ethnic groups, particularly Khmu or Hmong people, who come to the morning market to sell their textiles and handicrafts or exchange goods.
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Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang is the ancient capital of Laos and royal residence of the kings. An eventful and sometimes turbulent history has shaped the richness of Luang Prabang that can be found in temples and monuments hidden in its lush settings. It's the rich heritage that earned Luang Prabang reputation of a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO.
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Around Luang Prabang
Around Luang Prabang, magnificent natural sceneries abound everywhere: steep mountains, lush jungle, immense river, impressive waterfalls and mystical caves.
The area is very rich in cultural heritage too. You will experience the daily countryside life, visit ethnic people, take a boat trip along the river and try a bit elephant trekking to experience a real glimpse of Luang Prabang.
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Xieng Khouang
Regarded as the virtual museum of war in city scale, Xieng Khouang was razed by American bombing in the 60s and has been replaced by the new town of Phonsavan.
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Vang Vieng
Vang Vieng is a small village nestled on the banks of the Nam Song River and surrounded by a landscape of plains, mountain peaks and tranquil rivers.
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Vientiane
Stretching out on the north-eastern bank of a Mekong River bend, Vientiane reserves a great number of wonders. The city used to be capital of the Kingdom of Lan Xang literally “Million Elephants”.
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Pakse
Pakse is a city in Champassak province in southern Laos. Being on the outskirts of Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam gives it the advantages in term of economy.
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The Bolaven Plateau
The Bolaven Plateau is the third largest city, about 50 kilometers to the east of Pakse. This region consists of three provinces: Salavan, sekong and Champassak. Having cool climate and fertile soil, Bolaven is considered the largest coffee growing region of Laos.
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Champassak
The Champassak province is one of the greatest cultural, political and economic centers of southern Laos. It was also a center of administration for the French, hence some of the distinctively beautiful French architecture you will see up the main street.
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Tadlo
The Tadlo impressive waterfall is 85km from Pakse, on the way to Saravane. Many ethnic villages are scattered around the waterfalls, as well as several lodges and resorts where you can arrange for an elephant ride to the surrounding forests and villages. The Tadlo area is renowned for its tranquility, freshness and beauty of the three waterfalls (Tad Hang, Tad Lo, Tad Sung).
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4000 islets
You may catch the boat to Done Khone (the 4,000 islets) to visit the impressive Liphi Waterfall ( Devil Corridor )
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1. ITINERARY AND ACCOMMODATIONS
This tour is designed with balanced activities and pace. If you want to customize it, you may always change its itinerary and accommodations according to your needs.
DAILY PROGRAM
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01
Huayxai - Pakbeng by Luangsay cruise
Embark Luangsay boat and spend the night at Luangsay Lodge
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Luang Say Lodge
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02
Pakbeng - Pak Ou caves - Luang Prabang
Visit Pak Ou caves and arrive in LuangPrabang
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Villa Chidara
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Luang Prabang visit
Wat Vixoune, Wat Aham, Wat Sipphoutthabat, National Museum
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Villa Chidara
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Luang Prabang - Khuangsi waterfall - Luang Prabang
Visit the spectacular waterfall and stop at small villages along the way
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Villa Chidara
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Luang Prabang - Phonsavanh (Xieng Khuang) - Plain of Jars
Transfer to Phnonsavan through stunning mountain scenery and ethnic minority villages to explore this ancient capital
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Villa Chidara
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Xieng Khuang - Vang Vieng
Discover the "Plain of Jars" - an archaeological site in XiengKuang, then drive to VangVieng
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Nam Song
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Vang Vieng - Vientiane
Take bamboo boat ride to enjoy the cave of Tham Jang and the village of HuaiNgai before heading to the capital Vientiane
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City Inn
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Vientiane visit
Former royal temple of Haw PhaKaew, Patouxai "Arc de Triumph" and Vientiane Buddha Park
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City Inn
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Vientiane - Pakse - Bolevan Plateau - Kingfisher
Morning flight to Pakse. Towards Tadlo, explore Tad Fan waterfall and the village of Kato mountain overnight at the Kingfisher Ecolodge
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Kingfisher - Elephant Riders school
Experience riding an elephant
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Kingfisher - Wat Phou - Done Deang
Discover WatPhu most important Hindu sanctuary of the Khmer Empire and the 4000 Islands.
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Sala Donekhone
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Done Daeng - 4000 islands & surrouding
Continue your cruise to explore the picturesque island of Khon Ban and its village.
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Sala Donekhone
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Done Daeng - Pakse departure
Transfer back to Pakse and departure
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