ESSENTIAL LAOS FAMILY HOLIDAY
Best places to visit: VIENTIANE - LUANG PRABANG - PAK OU CAVES - KHOUANGSI WATERFALL
5 days
Daily Tour
20 people
English & Czech
Laos’ isolation from foreign influence offers travellers an unparalleled glimpse of traditional Southeast Asian life. From the fertile lowlands of the Mekong River valley to the rugged Annamite highlands, Laos is the highlight of Southeast Asia. The architectural contrasts between the North and the South allow visitors to learn about the history and foreign influences on the country. Luang Prabang is an excellent place to find locally produced handicrafts and hand-woven textiles…
Itinerary :
Day 1: Arrival – Vientiane City
Day 2: Vientiane – Luang Prabang Sightseeing Tour
Day 3: Luang Prabang to Pak Ou Caves
Day 4: Luang Prabang – Khouang Si Waterfall
Day 5: Luang Prabang – Departure
DAY 1 – LAOS FAMILY HOLIDAYS, LAOS FAMILY TRIPS FOR SIGHTSEEINGS : ARRIVAL – VIENTIANE PACKAGE TOURS
Upon arrival at Wattay Airport, you will be met and transferred to your centrally located hotel. After a short rest, we begin our orientation walking tour of the Lao capital, and finishing with a relaxing drink overlooking a Mekong River sunset.
Overnight in Vientiane.
DAY 2 – LAOS FAMILY HOLIDAYS, LAOS FAMILY TRIPS FOR SIGHTSEEINGS : VIENTIANE – LUANG PRABANG SIGHTSEEING TOURS (B/-/-)
AM: After breakfast, we embark upon a tour of the major sights of the capital; including the oldest Wat Sisaket which contains thousands of miniature Buddha statues and the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo which previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Image.
We visit Lao national icon, That Luang Stupa, and you will have the opportunity to take pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument, which is well known as Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph. From there, we visit the ‘Morning Market’, where one can find an array of antiquities, handmade textiles and gifts.
PM: The rest of the afternoon will be spent visiting the National Museum (Open Every day), which boasts a collection of antique items and tells the history of Laos’s fighters and leaders from the Ancienttimes through to the new revolution period.
We then board a short flight to Luang Prabang, which is perhaps the best – preserved traditional city in Southeast Asia. On arrival, we transfer you to your hotel. After a short rest, we will stroll around the Night Market, where you will find a lovely selection of local handmade textiles. We then hike to the top of Mount Phousi for an exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa and beautiful panoramic views of the sun setting over the city and the Mekong River.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
DAY 3 – LAOS FAMILY HOLIDAYS, LAOS FAMILY TRIPS FOR SIGHTSEEINGS : LUANG PRABANG HOLIDAYS – PAK OU CAVES ADVENTURE TOURS (B/-/-)
After breakfast, we enjoy a short-guided tour of the city’s oldest temple, Wat Visoun and the shrines of Wat Aham and Wat Mai and Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its roofs sweeping low, representing the classical architecture of Luang Prabang.
We then embark on a boat journey upstream along the Mekong River, which gives us a beautiful view of the tranquil countryside as well as an interesting visit to the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims.
En route, we stop at the village of Ban Xanghai, where local rice wine is produced. On our return, we stop at the local villages of Ban Xiengmene and Ban Chan then continue to see the royal temple at Wat Longkhoun. Once back in Luang Prabang city we take a short drive to Ban Phanom, famous for its hand weaving.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
DAY 4 – LAOS FAMILY HOLIDAYS, LAOS FAMILY TRIPS FOR SIGHTSEEINGS : LUANG PRABANG HOLIDAYS – KHOUANGSI WATERFALL – SIGHTSEEING TOURS (B/-/-)
An optional early start gives you the fantastic opportunity to participate in the daily morning rituals of saffron-clad monks collecting offerings of Alms (often in the form of sticky rice) from the faithful residents. This tradition is very unique in Laos, being the only Buddhist nation still preserving the ritual.
You can also visit the morning Phosi Market where you canl see such diverse offerings as dried buffalo skin, local tea and saltpeter among the chickens, vegetables and hill-tribe weavings. Laos is also known for its traditional crafts, and today you will have the opportunity to visit the local village of the Lao ethnic minority groups at Ban Ouay, Ban Ou, and Ban Thapene villages.
After visiting the villages, we then drive to the beautiful Khouangsi Waterfalls where you may to wish cool in the inviting pools or walk along the forest paths. We return to Luang Prabang by the late evening in time for the sunset at Wat Siphouthabath.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
DAY 5 – LAOS FAMILY HOLIDAYS, LAOS FAMILY TRIPS FOR SIGHTSEEINGS : LUANG PRABANG HOLIDAYS – DEPARTURE – CITY DAILY PACKAGES (B/-/-)
After breakfast, free & Easy transferred to the airport for your flight.
Note: we try to save cost and the price would be cheaper, the visit National Musuem and market are already included in Day2 and market in Day3, so the last day just free & Easy then transfer to airport.
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+Airfare VTE/LPQ US$114/ticket
*Peakseason surcharge:
- Villa Maydou(Deluxe Garden) on 21Dec-5Jan: US$30/pax for 3nights
DESCRIPTION |
CITY |
HOTEL NAME |
3-Star Hotel |
Vientiane |
Lao Orchid hotel (Deluxe room) *** www.lao-orchid.com |
Luang Prabang |
Manoluck hotel (Standard room) *** |
|
4-Star Hotel |
Vientiane |
Salana Boutique Hotel (Superior room) **** |
Luang Prabang |
Villa Maydou Hotel (Deluxe Garden room) **** |
|
5-Star Hotel |
Vientiane |
Settha Palace Hotel (Deluxe room) ***** www.setthapalace.com |
Luang Prabang |
Satri House Boutiques Hotel (Deluxe room) ***** www.satrihouse.com |
Including services
- Hotel accommodation by twin share basis with daily breakfast
- Ground transportation by private, air-cond vehicle
- Regional ENGLISH speaking guide
- Sightseeing with admission fees
- Private boat trips as programmed
- Mineral water and cold tissues on tours
EXCLUDING services
- International air tickets arrival to and departure from Laos
- Visa stamping on arrival to Laos (US$ 30 per person)
- All other meals & beverages are NOT mentioned in the program
- Personal expenses and Tips