The Mekong is still at the heart of life in Lao, and as you cruise on this fascinating river you can observe the most authentic local life
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Destination
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Trip duration
4 days, 3 nights
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Min/Max travelers
Min.1 - Max 9. RATE PER LAND SERVICE ONLY. The rate is per person sharing a twin room and travelling in a group of 6 people
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Transport
Minivan/Boat
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Accommodation
Different hotel choices
Luang Prabang is magical, and its forest its natural rhythm. Immerse yourself in a time-void filled with traditions and delicate beauty
At sunrise participate in the Tak Bat ceremony, the monks’ alms offering. This ritual is an important part of Lao people’s life and offers a real memorable experience
Luang Prabang (Laos)
Day 1
LUANG PRABANG AIRPORT PICK UP - LUANG PRABANG
After your arrival at Luang Prabang Airport, meet your local guide and get transferred to your hotel.
Luang Prabang, UNESCO World Heritage site, was the Royal Capital and seat of the government of the Kingdom of Laos until the revolution of 1975. The central part of the city consists of four main roads crisscrossing a peninsula between the Nam Khan and Mekong River.
Enjoy the rest of your day at leisure.
Meals on own account
Accommodation
Food
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Accommodation
Different choices available
Day 2
LUANG PRABANG – PAK OU CAVES BY TRADITIONAL BOAT
Breakfast at your hotel
09.00
You will be picked up from your hotel and embark on a traditional boat to cruise upstream on the Mekong River for 2 hours to visit the sacred Buddha caves.
Visit Tham Ting and Tham Phoum Caves, filled with thousands of Buddha images and statues which have been deposited over the centuries by pilgrims.
Lunch at a local restaurant
Visit the village of Ban Muang Keo, known for its distilled whiskey and scarf weaving. Here you will get a glimpse of the villagers' daily life. On the way back, climb the Phousi hill’s 300-plus steps for a spectacular view of the city and its surroundings. At the summit, you will find a small 200 years old stupa (or temple). Take a stroll in the surroundings or visit a local market.
Dinner on own account
Accommodation
Food
B/L/-
Accommodation
Different choices available
Day 3
LUANG PRABANG – ALMS GIVING - KUANG SI WATERFALLS
Today you will have an early rise allowing you to observe the Tak Bat, the morning ritual of monks walking through the streets to collect alms. Take the opportunity to make a rice offering with the help of your guide, or watch in awe as dozens of monks emerge to stroll past believers offering flowers and incense in reverence. After the monks passed through, visit a market that takes place every morning near Luang Prabang’s main thoroughfare. Brush elbows with the locals buying fruits, vegetables, meat, and spices from vendors who display an enticing array of products. If you'd like, try local snacks like dried buffalo skin and rice-flour chips. Return to your hotel after this exciting cultural tour of the town.
07.30
Breakfast at the hotel
09.00
Visit the Royal Palace Museum housing the most valuable treasures of Laos and offering a glimpse into the world of Laotian kings and their families. Continue on foot to Wat Mai, extensively decorated with black and red lacquer and gold leaf. Then, proceed to Wat Xieng Thong, known as the Golden City Temple, and considered the most beautiful temple in Luang Prabang. It was here that Laotian kings were crowned.
Leave the town and drive to the spectacular Kuang Si Waterfall.
Lunch at a local restaurant
Take a short walk through the forest and pass by a bear sanctuary before continuing to the waterfall, with three tiers leading to a 50-meter drop into spectacular azure pools before flowing downstream.
15.00
Travel back to the hotel
Dinner on own account
Accommodation
Food
B/L/-
Accommodation
Different choices available
Day 4
LUANG PRABANG AIRPORT DROP-OFF – NEXT DESTINATION
Breakfast at your hotel
Today you will check out from your hotel and be transferred to the airport for your departure flight
Food
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Please check "Need to Know" section for prices
DIFFERENT CHOICES AVAILABLE
You can choose one accommodation among Villa Maly hotel (4*), Sofitel hotel (5*), Rosewood hotel (5*)
Create the experience of your dream with our travel experts
Make your own trailIncluded
- All transfers by minivan
- Tours with English speaking guide
- Services charges, room tax and baggage handling
- Tradition boat fare to Pak Ou as mentioned in the itinerary
- Meals as indicated in the program (L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
- All entrance fees for sightseeing and visits as mentioned in the itinerary
- Official check in 14:00 (subject to modification depending on the selected hotels)
- Official check out at 12:00 (subject to modification depending on the selected hotels)
Not Included
- ACCOMMODATION IS NOT INCLUDED:
First ChoiceVilla Maly hotel (4*): 01–30 November,2019 + 1385 RMB per room per night ;
01–20 December, 2019 & 16–31 March, 2020 + 1145 RMB per room per night ;
21 December 2019-15 March, 2020 + 1620 RMB per room per night ;
01 April-31 October, 2020 + 745 RMB per room per night - ACCOMMODATION IS NOT INCLUDED:
Second ChoiceSofitel hotel (5*):
01 November -19 December 2019 & 05 January-31 March 2020 (Black out: 9,13,14,24,29,30 November 2019) + 3275 RMB per room per night ;
20 December 2019 – 4 January 2020 + 5950 RMB per room per night ;
01 April-30 September, 2020 + 1665 RMB per room per night - ACCOMMODATION IS NOT INCLUDED:
Third ChoiceRosewood hotel (5*):
01 November -22 December 2019 & 04 January-31 March 2020 + 7130 RMB per room per night ;
23 December 2019 – 03 January 2020 + 8225 RMB per room per night ;
01 April-30 September, 2020 + 5690 RMB per room per night - Personal insurance
- Lao visa fee upon arrival
- Tips to drivers, guides, etc
- Early check in and late check-out at your hotel
- Meal as indicated in the program
- Drinks during the meals if not clearly mentioned
- Supplements, optional services, compulsory meals at your hotel
- International ticket from TO/FROM Luang Prabang
- Expenditure of a personal nature, such as drinks, souvenirs and laundry etc.
- Others not mentioned nor specified above, are not included in the tour prices
- High season surcharge: please check with us prior booking
- OPTIONAL SERVICE ON DAY 1 (RMB 1575 per person when in a group of 6 people travelling together): BACI CEREMONY WITH TRADITIONAL MUSIC AND DANCE SHOW AT LOCAL HOUSE
This evening, after the sunset, you will be invited to take part in one of the most important ceremonies for Laotian people: Baci ceremony. Baci is a specific ceremony in Laos which has been practiced for hundreds of years.
The term commonly used is “sou khuan” which means “spirit enhancing or spirit calling”. The ceremony involves the tying of white cotton strings around a person’s wrists and the prayer saying or well-wishing for the person that the ceremony is intended for. The Baci ceremony is held on many different occasions or events throughout the year. It can be held any day of the week though it has to be on a good day in the lunar calendar. These good days are known to elders, senior monks, or ex-monks. The ceremony can be held for both sad times and happy times.
[Duration: around 30 min depending on the number of pax]
Payment and Cancellations
- CANCELLATION POLICY:
Tour package:
0-7 days: 100% charge
8-21 days: 50% charge
22-30 days: 30% charge
31 days up: no chargeFor hotels and guide:
Cancellations policy refer to the hotel/guide proposed and please note each hotel/guide apply different policy for different season (high season/peak season/festive season period). This is will be advised upon booking.
Additional cancellation fee applied to the total stay: To be advised according to the selected hotels - CHILD POLICY:
• Up to 24 months old, sharing twin room with 2 adults:
Free of charge, sharing bed with adults
Crib upon request, rate to be determined on a case-by-case basis
Extra bed rates upon request• 02-11 years, sharing twin room with 2 adults:
25% discount with extra bed and breakfast
50% discount without extra bed and without breakfast
Note: Maximum 04 children are allowed at reduced rates, per party. - 30% deposit is required at the time of booking, balance 30 days before departure
Is this trip guaranteed to run?
- Private departure on request basis only
Important notes
Few important details to frame the experience:
- Itinerary is subject to change depending on the confirmed flights, and road conditions
- Prices are subject to change in case of VAT or other tax increases
- Tailor made modifications are always possible, please contact us for arrangements