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  • Cultural Exploration: Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of Luang Prabang.
  • Scenic Beauty: Enjoy stunning views of the Mekong River and surrounding countryside.
  • Unique Experiences: Participate in traditional rituals and explore local villages.
  • Expert Guidance: Benefit from the knowledge and insights of your experienced guide.

Day 1: ARRIVE INTO LUANG PRABANG

Your expert guide will meet you at Luang Prabang International Airport while your private transportation brings you directly to your chosen hotel.
 
Meal includes: None
 
Day 2: LUANG PRABANG CITY TOUR AND PAK OU CAVES
 
Today, we enjoy a short-guided tour seeing the city’s oldest temples 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 as exploring the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by devoted pilgrims. Along the way, we will stop at the village of Ban Xanghai, where the local rice wine is produced. On return, we take a short drive to another small village Ban Phanom, which is famous for its hand weaving.
 
Meal includes: Breakfast
 
Day 3: LUANG PRABANG – CITY TOUR, AND DEPARTURE
 
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.

After breakfast, we visit the National Museum (closed Tuesdays) at the former Royal Palace.  It displays a collection of artifacts 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 before transferring to the airport for your outbound flight to the next destination.

Meal includes: Breakfast

Itineraries

Day 1

ARRIVAL INTO LUANG PRABANG

* Arrive into Luang Prabang and transfer to your hotel

Day 2

LUANG PRABANG CITY TOUR AND PAK OU CAVES

* Enjoy a short-guided tour seeing the city’s oldest temples of Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong
* Explore the mysterious Pak Ou Caves

Day 3

LUANG PRABANG – CITY TOUR, AND DEPARTURE

* optional early start to participate in the daily morning rituals of saffron-clad monks collecting offerings of Alms
* Visit the National Museum
* Departure to Luang Prabang airport

SERVICES INCLUDED

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  • 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

SERVICES NOT INCLUDED

  • 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

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