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: ARRIVE LUANG PRA BANG
Welcome to Laos! Upon arrival, your guide will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel
DAY 2: LUANG PRABANG – ALMS GIVING & KUANG SII WATERFALL ½ DAY TOUR
Rise early to the sound of the temple gong and witness Luang Prabang’s mystical daily ritual. In the cool of the early morning, a procession of about three hundred young monks walk silently by, collecting sticky rice and other foods in their bronze bowls. The ritual is linked to a Buddhist tradition in which monks beg for their daily food as a way to demonstrate humility. Giving alms an important religious act in Buddhism and it must be carried out respectfully by locals and tourists alike.If you would like to be involved in the offering of food, your guide will be more than happy to show you the best way to interact with monks. Watch as the monks disappear down the road in a long, saffron-colored ribbon. Feel free to take photos, however please use discretion and refrain from using your flash. Later, grab your swimsuit and take a short drive to the stunning Kuang Si Waterfall. The falls cascade over many calcified tiers and down several hundred feet into a series of cool, turquoise pools.DAY 3: LUANG PRABANG FREE DAY
Day at leisure.
DAY 4: LUANG PRABANG – DRIVE TO VANG VIENG
After breakfast, check out and drive to Vang Vieng (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 5: VANG VIENG – DRIVE TO VIENTIANE
After breakfast, check out and drive to Vientiane (about 3 hours). On arrival, check in to your hotel and relax.
DAY 6: VIENTIAN – ½ DAY CITY TOUR – DEPARTURE
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 Pha That Luang, the holiest site in Laos and its national symbol. You are then transferred to the airport for your flight.
- 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
