Wonders of Luang Prabang

How much for this trip? Rates are nett and quoted in USD per pax (Minimum 2 travellers are required to start the trip) Rates valid until 01 Dec 2008 Hotel  Category 2-4 persons Single Supplement Superior Class     First Class     Deluxe Class     Luxury Class     Inclusions : Accommodation (double/twin sharing) Private pick up and transfer (A/C van) English/French speaking tour guide Meals specified in tour program All Internal/domestic air tickets per program All entrance, permission and visiting fees Exclusions : Visa stamp fee upon arrival. Departure airport tax Meals which do not specify in the program Personal travel insurance in all kinds International flights to and from Laos All personal expenses All gratuities and tips to drivers and tour guide. List of Accommodation :  Superior Class ***   Luang Prabang: Monoluck  First Class *** plus & ****  Luang Prabang: Villa Santi   Deluxe Class (4 star plus)  Luang Prabang: The Grand  Luxury Class *****  Luang Prabang: La Residence/Maison Other Package Tours :  Treasures of Laos (05 days and 04 days) Legends of Laos (06 days and 05 days) Icredible Laos (09 days and 08 days) Impressive Laos (07 days and 06 nights) Wonders of Luang Prabang (04 days) Lao Adventure Tours :  Laos Discovery (08 days and 07 nights) Laos Highlanders (11 days and 10 nights) Surprises of Laos (09 days and 08 nights) Unseen Hill Tribes (14 days and 13 nights) Tastes of Laos (11 days and 10 nights) Indochina Tours :  Highlights of Indochina (16 days and 15 nights) Heritages of Indochina (17 days and 16 nights) Best of Indochina (19 days and 18 nights) Laos and Cambodia Exploration (11 days) Signatures of Indochina (21 days) Treasures of Indochina (16 days and 15 nights) Jewels of Indochina (19 days and 18 nights) Highlights of South East Asia (21 days) Exotics of Indochina (23 days and 22 nights) Truly Asia (16 days and 15 nights) Enchanting Asia (19 days and 18 nights) Board Basis Descriptions : B - Breakfast L - Lunch D - Dinner Book this tour  Return to Previous Page

	Name of the trip: Wonders of Luang Prabang
	Trip Code: VNLT-LPT-05 (Reference Code)
	Duration: 04 days and 03 nights
	Trip type: Private & Daily departure
	Trip Starts from: Luang Prabang
	Trip Ends in: Luang Prabang
	Extension: The trip can be extended if tourists want to visit Cambodia, Thailand or Vietnam pre/post of the trip.
	Call to Book: +84.91.2270058
	Required booking time: At least 30 days in advance for group and 15 days for individual

TRIP OVERVIEW

Be prepared to blown away by the array of temples, the culture and the relaxed pace of life in Luang Prabang!  The beautiful city located on the confluence of the Nam Ou and the Mekong River and is made up of distinctive colonial architecture and dazzling temples. Saffron clad monks replace vehicles in this timeless, atmospheric city, as they often wander the small streets.

TRIP DETAILS
 
Day 1: Arrival - Luang Prabang
Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Luang Prabang has been claimed by UNESCO to be ‘the best preserved city in South East Asia’. During our time here, we visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrines of Wat Aham and Wat Mai, we then climb up to the top of mount Phousi for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a panoramic view of the city at sunset and the Mekong River. From there, we explore the Night Market, where you can find a lovely selection of handmade textiles made by local and hilltribe people surrounding Luang Prabang. Overnight in Luang Prabang (B)
 
Day 2:  Luang Prabang - Pakou - Luang Prabang
Today, we enjoy a short-guided tour seeing the city’s oldest temple of Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, which represents classical Laotian architecture. We then embark on a cruise upstream on the Mekong River, which also gives us a breathtaking view of the tranquil countryside as well time to explore the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims.  Along the way, we stop at the village of Ban Xanghai, where they make the local rice wine. On return, we take a short drive to Ban Phanom, a small village known for its hand weaving. Overnight in Luang Prabang (B)
 
Day 3: Luang Prabang – Khouangsi water fall
An optional early start gives you the fantastic opportunity to participate in the daily morning rituals of saffron-clad monks collecting offerings of Alms (often in the form of sticky rice) from the faithful residents. This tradition is very unique in Laos, being the only Buddhist nation still preserving the ritual. From there you will visit the morning Phousi Market, where you will see such diverse offerings as dried buffalo skin, local tea and saltpeter among the chickens, vegetables and hill-tribe weavings. Laos is also known for its traditional crafts, and today you will visit local villages of Lao ethnic minority groups at Ban Ouay, a Hmong village, Ban Ou, Laoloum Village and Ban Thapene, all Khmu villages.  This then takes us to the beautiful Khouangsi Waterfall where you can cool off with a refreshing swim in the pools or walk along the forest trails. After returning to Luang Prabang by late afternoon, we continue to Ban Xangkhong, a village well known for its silk weavings and for its Saa (jute) Papermaking. We return to the city by late evening to admire the sunset at Wat Siphouthabath. Overnight in Luang Prabang (B)
 
Day 4: Luang Prabang – Departure
Today we visit the National Museum (closed Tuesdays) at the former Royal Palace.  It displays a collection of artefacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture dating from the days of the early kings right through to the last sovereign. There will also be time for us to look around the Central Market. After visiting these sights in the morning, there may be free time (depending on your flight) to venture into town and stroll around the shopping area. The tour ends after your transfer to the airport for departure (B)