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World Heritage Luang Prabang
This 3 day/ 2 night visit to Luang Prabang includes the highlights of this atmospheric UNESCO World Heritage town, which for most visitors will hold a special place in their hearts, and allows enough time to fully explore and appreciate this unique destination. There is the chance to participate in the morning alms ritual, one of the most memorable experiences of any visit to Luang Prabang, and to journey outside the town to visit some of the handicraft villages that surround Luang Prabang. A local style river boat journey up the Mekong to visit the sacred Pak Ou caves is also included.
Luang Prabang – Plain of Jars – Vientiane/Luang Prabang
Depart Luang Prabang with your local guide to travel overland to one of the great mysteries of this region – The Plain of Jars. This adventurous journey by road is approximately 200 km and should take approximately 6 hours, passing through remote areas of spectacular mountainous scenery. Along the way there are many ethnic minority villages, and there may be the opportunity to stop and visit some villages.
There is a full day to explore the mystery that is the Plain of Jars and time to explore the surrounding region, including Laotian and ethnic minority villages, local markets and hot springs. The following day fly to Vientiane (subject to flight schedule), or alternatively return to Luang Prabang by road journey, arriving late in the afternoon.
Note: It is also possible to fly from Vientiane up to the Plain of Jars – subject to flight schedules and availability. Please contact Destination Asia Laos for further details.
Vientiane – Vang Vieng – Luang Prabang
Depart Vientiane by road and visit scenic Nam Ngum Lake – an incredibly scenic vast artificial lake with many small islands that was formed when the Ngum River was dammed for hydroelectricity. Take a boat trip around the lake, and it is possible to enjoy a swim in the clear waters. After lunch continue the journey to the small town of Vang Vieng, located on the Nam Song River. Spend two nights in Vang Vieng, where there are many options including visiting nearby caves, cycling or walking in the countryside or enjoying boat trips, kayaking or tubing on the river. On day 3 continue the overland journey to Luang Prabang, arriving late in the afternoon.
Note: This tour can also be operated in reverse – contact Destination Asia Laos for further details.
Images of Laos – Vientiane & Luang Prabang
This tour first visits the highlights of Laos’ sleepy capital city, Vientiane, including the Phra That Luang stupa, Putousay, and Wat Sisaket. After an overnight stay in the capital a short flight takes you to Luang Prabang to begin exploring this unique World Heritage town nestled between the banks of the Mekong and Khan Rivers. Visit the main sights of this town including the National Museum, Wat Xieng Thong, Wat Mai, the colorful local markets and Phou Sii hill for panoramic views in all directions. Participate in the early morning alms collection ritual, an experience never to be forgotten, and see some traditional Laotian handicrafts. A relaxing journey by local riverboat on the Mekong to Pak Ou caves is also included.
Note: This tour can also be operated in reverse – contact Destination Asia Laos for further details.
Northern Laos Experience – Luang Namtha & Muang Sing (Ex Luang Prabang)
Depart Luang Prabang by road and journey north to Luang Namtha via Oudomxay passing through areas of un-spoilt scenery along the way. During the stay in Luang Namtha, enjoy a local style boat trip along the Nam Tha River to the Nam Ha National Protected Area and also the chance to visit villages of ethnic minorities groups including Ban Mai (Black Tai), Ban Sope Dute (Lanten) and Ban Sopsim (Khmu). After 2 nights in Luang Namtha continue to Muang Sing, which is located near the Chinese border. Explore the town with its crumbling French garrison and visit the colourful main market, which is usually frequented by a large number of villagers from the many different ethnic minority groups in the province. Take a day trek in the surrounding areas and visit some villages including Thai Dam, H’mong and Akha. Return to Luang Namtha for one night and then journey back to Luang Prabang by road.
Southern Laos Experience – Don Daeng, Don Khong & Pakse (Ex Pakse)
Depart Pakse by local style river boat for the short journey south to Champassak, where we visit a UNESCO World Heritage site – the pre-Angkorian temple ruins of Vat Phou Champassak. After an overnight stay in a comfortable lodge on Don Daeng, a Mekong island on the opposite river bank from Vat Phou temple, continue the leisurely journey south by boat to the very scenic area of Southern Laos known as the Si Phan Done area (“4,000 Islands”). Spend two nights on Don Khong Island, with excursions to visit Done Det, Done Khone, and the Li Phi and spectacular Khone Phapeng Waterfalls. Return to Pakse town by road with a stop for an elephant ride at Kiet Ngong village. After an overnight stay in Pakse, transfer to Pakse Airport for your departure flight. Alternatively clients may cross the nearby Chong Mek border into Thailand and travel the short distance by road to Ubon Ratchatani.
Introducing Laos – Luang Prabang & Vientiane
With three nights in Luang Prabang and two nights in Vientiane this is the ideal tour for those wishing to visit all the main sites and have enough time to fully appreciate both of these unique destinations. In Luang Prabang explore the old town, now under UNESCO World Heritage protection, visit some traditional handicraft villages, and participate in Luang Prabang’s famous early morning alms ritual. There is also time to make a day trip to the scenic Kuang Sii waterfalls exploring the scenic Laotian countryside along the way, and a riverboat trip along the mighty Mekong to Pak Ou caves. In Vientiane enjoy a comprehensive full day city tour which also includes a visit to the Buddha Park, peacefully located outside the capital on the banks of the Mekong.
Note: This tour can also be operated in reverse – contact Destination Asia Laos for further details.
Discover Laos North To South – Luang Prabang – Vientiane – Pakse – Don Khong
This tour is designed for those for those who wish to not only fully explore all the treasures of Luang Prabang and the capital Vientiane, but also take time to visit the relatively undiscovered and incredibly scenic area of southern Laos. This is an unspoilt area of natural beauty with sleepy provincial towns along the Mekong, waterfalls, ethnic minority villages and its own UNESCO World Heritage site – Wat Phu Champassak. There is time to explore this pre-Angkorian temple, believed to be Khmer in origin, and also make a journey up to the Bolaven Plateau. Visit a village renowned for its elephant handlers and take an elephant ride if you desire, and try to spot the famous and incredibly endangered Mekong Dolphins. Two nights are spent in Luang Prabang, two nights in Vientiane, two nights in Pakse town and one night on the island of Don Khong in the scenic ‘Si Phan Don’ (4,000 islands) area of the Mekong in southern Laos. Travel between Luang Prabang, Vientiane and Pakse is via domestic flight. The tour finishes in Pakse on day 8, where it is possible to depart by flying direct to either Vientiane or Siem Reap, or to cross the nearby border into Thailand and travel the short distance by road to Ubon Ratchatani.
Note: This tour can be extended by adding extra days in Luang Prabang, Vientiane or in Southern Laos, or also by adding a side trip to Northern Laos or the Plain of Jars – please contact Destination Asia Laos for details.
