Laos is a peaceful and sparsely populated country. Buddhism pervades all aspects of life in this region, change is sluggish, and cities settle early. This land of rivers, mountains, mists, and untamed natural beauty will lure you to escape from stressful offices, crowded cities, and polluted environments...Open your heart and mind, and let Laos' sincere faith and gracious hospitality nourish your soul.
DAY 1: HANOI – VIENTIANE ARRIVAL & CITY TOUR
Say goodbye Hanoi to leave for Vientiane – capital of Laos. Transfer to the airport in Hanoi. Take a flight to Vientiane. Upon arrival, transfers are provided to the hotel; today enjoy a city tour of Vientiane, the quietest Asian capital. Visit the historical sites of Wat Sisaket and Hor Pha Keo, which houses a fine collection of Lao Art. Continue on to Patouxai, the Victory Monument, with panoramic views of town. Finally end up at That Luang, the holiest site in Laos and its national symbol.
DAY 2: VIENTIANE – VANG VIENG – THAM CHANG CAVE
After breakfast, check out and drive to Vang Vieng (about 3 hours). On arrival, relax and cross the Song River Bridge to visit Tham Chang cave before return to your hotel and free at leisureDAY 3: DRIVE VANG VIENG – LUANG PRABANG
After breakfast, check out and drive to Luang Prabang (about 6 hours). Stop along the way for lunch and to stretch your legs and check out panoramic views. On arrival, check in to your hotel and relax.
DAY 4: LUANG PRABANG CYCLING CITY TOUR – KUANGSI WATER FALL
Today, you experience the world heritage – Luang Prabang. Enjoy your cycling a tour around the atmospheric town of Luang Prabang. Visit Wat Xieng Thong, the finest example of Luang Prabang architecture, as well as the gilded carved façade of Wat Mai, also visit the National Museum, the former Royal Palace, where relics from Laos’ royalist past remain. It is said that those who do not climb the 328 steps up Phousi Mountain have not really made it to the city. Venture up the hill and be rewarded with remarkable views of the area.Travel south of town to the Kuang Si Waterfall. Stop along the way to visit the Living Crafts Centre, a place where you can meet weavers and learn about textiles, while helping keep these traditions alive. At the falls, crystal water cascades into idyllic turquoise pools. Bring a bathing suit if you would like to swim and the rest of your day is leisure.DAY 5: LUANG PRABANG – DEPARTURE
Day at leisure until to transfer to the airport to take the flight to the next destinations.
- All transportations during day tour
- Accommodations with daily breakfast
- Local English Speaking Guides
- Entrance Fees to the sites listed
- Boat trip as mentioned in program
- Meals as mentioned on program
- Government tax and service charges
- Drinking water
- Tips and Gratuities
- Flight Upgrades
- Personal Spending
- Travel Insurance
- Visa to Laos
