5 DAYS VIENTIANE - LUANG PRABANG ESSENTIALS

5 DAYS VIENTIANE - LUANG PRABANG ESSENTIALS

Tour code: GTBVPQE5D

Route: Vientiane – Luang Prabang – Pak Ou Caves – Kuangsi Waterfall

Duration: 5 days

Start from Vientiane and end at Luang Prabang

DAY 1: VIENTIANE ARRIVAL (D)

We’ll pick you up at the airport and take you to your hotel. You’re free to explore this capital city before we head for a local restaurant to admire Laos cultural show while enjoying delicious local cuisine.

DAY 2: VIENTIANE – LUANG PRABANG (B/L/D) BY QV103 VTE – LPQ 17:00 – 17:45

After breakfast, start on 09:00am we explore Vientiane capital by visiting the major sights of the capital; including the oldest Wat Sisaket with thousands of miniature Buddha statues and the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo, which previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Image.

En route to Lao’s national precious heritage, the famous and sacred structure of That Luang Stupa, you will have the opportunity to take some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument, which is well known as Vientiane's own Arc de Triumph. We then transfer to the airport for your late afternoon flight to Luang Prabang. Upon arrival in Luang Prabang, explore the city at leisure before settling to enjoy dinner at local restaurant.

DAY 3: LUANG PRABANG – PAK OU CAVES (B/L/D)

After breakfast, on 08:30am we enjoy a short-guided tour seeing visit The National Museum (close Tuesday) at the former Royal Palace, which displays a lovely collection of the artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture dating from the days of the early kings right through to the last sovereign. The Central Market is also not to be missed, and 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 also visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun.

After lunch, embark on a cruise upstream on the Mekong River 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. Upon return to city, 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.

DAY 4: LUANG PRABANG – KUANGSI WATERFALL (B/L/D)

This morning, we rise early to participate in the daily morning rituals of saffron-clad monks collecting offerings from the devotees. This tradition is very unique in Laos, being the only Buddhist nation still preserving the procession. From there, we visit the morning market where you will find diverse offerings such as dried buffalo skin, local tea, hill-tribe weavings and other local poultry, vegetables, and produce. Laos is also known for its traditional crafts, and today you will have the opportunity to visit the local villages of the Lao ethnic minority groups. We carry onto the spectacular Kuangsi waterfalls where you can splash around in the turquoise pools or walk along the forest paths.

DAY 5: LUANG PRABANG DEPARTURE (B)

After breakfast, visit the local Luang Prabang market for last minute shopping or just relax before we transfer you to airport for departure to next destination.

INCLUSIONS:

Our tour prices are inclusive of accommodation in shared Twin/ Double/ Triple room with air-condition (AC) and private bathroom, meals as stated in the programme [B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner], transfers and tours with local English speaking guides in private air-conditioned vehicles, all entrance fees as mentioned in the programme, mineral water of 2 bottles on bus per day and cold towels available on the vehicles which will be presented by MLT

EXCLUSIONS:

Not included are visa and visa arrangement, international flight, domestic flight, optional tours, personal travel insurance, personal expenditure, such as drinks, souvenirs, laundry, camera fees, communications, postage, gratuities etc., meals and services other than mentioned in the programme, drinks with meals, compulsory gala dinners during festive seasons and peak season surcharges which will be advised at the time of booking, early check-in and late check-out at hotels, if not mentioned in the programme.

TIPPING:

Tour guides & Drivers US$ 5/ person/per day/ group up to 4 pax

US$ 4/ person/per day/ group up to 9 pax

US$ 3/ person/per day/ group from 10 pax

CHILD POLICY & NOTES:

Infant below 2 years old sharing same room with parents is free of charge.

Child below 12 yrs old sharing same room with 1 ADL is charged for 90%.

Child below 12 yrs old with extra bed and sharing same room with parents is charged for 65%.

Child below 12 yrs old No extra bed & sharing same room with parents is charged for 55%

Group tour of full paying 15pax, one (01) tour leader is given complimentary on twin sharing basis include breakfast (domestic air ticket is not applicable)

CAR USE POLICY:

2 pax - 3 pax: car 7 seats

From 4 – 8 pax: car 16 seats

From 9 – 12 pax: car 24 – 29 seats

From 13 – 25 pax: car 35 seats

From 26 – 45 pax: car 45 seats

NOTES:

Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather conditions, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability, local or religious festivals, unforeseen circumstances, the sequence of itinerary may need to be changed or alternative sites substituted at short notice.

Standard Hotel Check in time: 2:00pm – 3:00 pm (local time)

Standard Hotel Check out time: 11:00am-12pm (local time)

All bank charges to be born by remitter

All hotel rooms are based on the lowest category of room or Run of House, upgrade is subject to supplement