| Duration: | 3 Day(s) - 2 Night(s) |
| Tour Category: | Classic Tours |
Day 1: Arrival in Luang Prabang – Hotel
Luang Prabang is perhaps the best-preserved traditional city in Southeast Asia. The tranquillity and charm of this UNESCO World Heritage town, with its splendid natural scenery and cultural sights, make it one of the most delightful places to visit in Laos.
Upon arrival at the airport, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel. After checking in, we will continue, time permitting, to climb the 328 steps to the top of Mount Phousi to enjoy the beautiful sunset over the town and the Mekong River.
In the evening, explore the Night Street Bazaar, where you can find a lovely collection of handmade textiles by local and hill tribe people surrounding Luang Prabang. For late arrivals, this can be done the following day.
Accommodation: Sada Hotel (Deluxe Room)
Day 2: Pak Ou Caves – Kuang Si Waterfall
This morning, you may wish to wake up early and participate in the daily ritual of saffron-clad monks carrying black alms-giving bowls, receiving offerings from local people, including the ubiquitous sticky rice.
After breakfast, we will take you on a long-tail boat journey along the Nam Ou and Mekong Rivers through the beautiful Laotian countryside, passing local villages and witnessing the everyday lives of villagers engaged in fishing, trading, and washing along the riverbanks during this 5-hour journey.
We will stop to visit the fascinating Pak Ou Caves, a cave system of two interlinked caves filled with Buddha statues left behind by pilgrims over generations. We will also observe the traditional process of rice wine distillation in Ban Xanghai before returning to Luang Prabang.
After lunch, we continue to Kuang Si Waterfall and the Bear Rescue Centre, about 30 minutes from Luang Prabang. The waterfall is set in a natural jungle environment, and you will have plenty of time to relax or swim in its cool turquoise pools.
Return to Luang Prabang and enjoy free time at your leisure.
Accommodation: Sada Hotel (Deluxe Room)
Day 3: Luang Prabang – City Tour – Departure
After breakfast, visit the morning Phou Si Market, where you will see diverse offerings such as dried buffalo skin, local tea, and saltpetre alongside chickens, vegetables, and hill-tribe weavings.
After the market visit, today’s tour through the historical UNESCO World Heritage city of Luang Prabang will give you insight into its culture and rich history. The city features a fascinating mix of Buddhist temples and French colonial buildings.
Our first stop is Wat Visoun, a replica of an older temple originally erected on the same site in 1513. It houses numerous religious art treasures.
Next, we head to Wat Xieng Thong, a royal temple built on the banks of the Mekong River in 1559. It has remained relatively undamaged by various invasions, mainly by the Chinese, over the centuries. The temple is extensively decorated with impressive carvings, murals, and mosaics.
We then visit the Laotian Royal Palace, officially known as Haw Kham. The palace was built during the French colonial era for the King and his family. The site was chosen so that official visitors could disembark directly from their river journeys and be received at the palace.
In 1975, the monarchy was overthrown, and the palace was converted into a national museum. Today, it houses many artifacts showcasing the richness of Laotian culture.
Continue to Wat Mai, built in 1796, located at the foot of Mount Phousi.
Return to the hotel and transfer to the airport for your return flight.
Price Includes:
Accommodation on a twin/double-sharing basis
Private transport with air conditioning
All entrance fees
All boat trips/boat tickets
English-speaking guide
Breakfast only
Drinking water
Government tax
Price Excludes:
Alcohol
Visa fees/border fees
Personal expenses
All flight tickets
Travel insurance
Early check-in/late checkout
Lunch and dinner
