Luang Prabang Tour of Wonders to Kuang Si Waterfall & Pak Ou Caves
Best places to visit: LUANG PRABANG - PAK OU CAVE - KHOUANGSI WATERFALL
4 days
Daily Tour
20 people
English & Czech
Be prepared to blown away by the array of temples, the culture and the relaxed pace of life in Luang Prabang! The beautiful city located on the confluence of the Nam Ou and the Mekong River and is made up of distinctive colonial architecture and dazzling temples. Saffron clad monks replace vehicles in this timeless, atmospheric city, as they often wander the small streets…
Itinerary :
Day 1: Arrival – Luang Prabang Sightseeing Tour
Day 2: Luang Prabang to Pak Ou Caves
Day 3: Luang Prabang to Khouang Si Waterfall
Day 4: Luang Prabang – Departure
DAY 1 – LUANG PRABANG TOUR OF WONDERS: ARRIVAL – LUANG PRABANG SIGHTSEEING TOURS ( B/-/-)
Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Luang Prabang has been claimed by UNESCO to be ‘the best preserved city in South East Asia’.
During our time here, we visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrines of Wat Aham and Wat Mai, we then climb up to the top of mount Phousi for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a panoramic view of the city at sunset and the Mekong River.
From there, we explore the Night Market, where you can find a lovely selection of handmade textiles made by local and hilltribe people surrounding Luang Prabang.
Overnight in Luang Prabang
DAY 2 – LUANG PRABANG TOUR OF WONDERS: LUANG PRABANG TRAVEL PACKAGES – PAK OU CAVE – ADVENTURE CRUISING TOURS (B/-/-)
Today, we enjoy a short-guided tour seeing the city’s oldest temple of Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, which represents classical Laotian architecture. We then embark on a cruise upstream on the Mekong River, which also gives us a breathtaking view of the tranquil countryside as well time to explore the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims.
Along the way, we stop at the village of Ban Xanghai, where they make the local rice wine. On return, we take a short drive to Ban Phanom, a small village known for its hand weaving.
Overnight in Luang Prabang
DAY 3- LUANG PRABANG TOUR OF WONDERS: LUANG PRABANG PACKAGE TOURS TO KHOUANGSI WATERFALL – ADVENTURE TRAVEL PACKAGES ( 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.
From there you will visit the morning Phousi Market, where you will 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 visit local villages of Lao ethnic minority groups at Ban Ouay, a Hmong village, Ban Ou, Lao-loum Village and Ban Thapene, all Khmu villages.
This then takes us to the beautiful Khouangsi Waterfall where you can cool off with a refreshing swim in the pools or walk along the forest trails. After returning to Luang Prabang Tours by late afternoon, we continue to Ban Xangkhong, a village well known for its silk weavings and for its Saa (jute) Papermaking. We return to the city by late evening to admire the sunset at Wat Siphouthabath.
Overnight in Luang Prabang
DAY 4- LUANG PRABANG TOUR OF WONDERS: LUANG PRABANG SIGHTSEEING TOURS – DEPARTURE (B/-/-)
Today we visit the National Museum (Now Open Every day) at the former Royal Palace. It displays a collection of artefacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture dating from the days of the early kings right through to the last sovereign. There will also be time for us to look around the Central Market. After visiting these sights in the morning, there may be free time (depending on your flight) to venture into town and stroll around the shopping area. The tour ends after your transfer to the airport for departure
CLASS |
HOTEL NAME |
3-Star Hotel |
Manoluck hotel (Standard room) **** |
4-Star Hotel |
Villa Maydou (Deluxe Gardwn room) **** |
5-Star Hotel |
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