Destination:VIENTIANE - LUANG PRABANG - XIENGKHOUANG - PAK OU CAVES Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Day 1: Laos Tour Operators : Arrival – Vientiane Daily Tours
On
arrival in the Laos capital of Vientiane, you will be met and
transferred to your centrally located hotel. Vientiane is a charming and
fascinating capital, with an interesting mix of Lao, Thai, Chinese,
Vietnamese, French, and American influences. After a short rest, we
start visiting the major sights of the capital; including the Wat
Sisaket, the oldest temple with thousands of miniature Buddha statues,
and the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo, which previously housed the
famous Emerald Buddha Image. Enroute to Lao’s national icon, the
precious and sacred structure of That Luang Stupa, you will have the
opportunity to take some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument,
which is known as Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph. The Mekong river side
is the perfect place to end the day and admire the sunset. Overnight in
Vientiane.
Day 2: Laos Tour Operators: Vientiane Package Tours – Xiengkhouang Travel Packages (B/-/-)
We
board a short afternoon flight to Xiengkhouang. Upon arrival, we
transfer out to visit the Plain of Jars, an impressive archaeological
site where hundreds of large stone jars are littered all over the
plateau. We also have time, this afternoon seeing the old capital of
Muang Khoun Province 
and
the nearby villages, home to the Hmong hilltribe and Tai Dam people.
They have an interesting local culture and a colourful history.
Overnight in Phonsavanh .
and
the nearby villages, home to the Hmong hilltribe and Tai Dam people.
They have an interesting local culture and a colourful history.
Overnight in Phonsavanh .Day 3: Laos Tour Operators: Xiengkhouang Package Tours – Luang Prabang Travel Packages ( by road ) – Climbing Adventure Packages (B/-/-)
Early
morning, we visit the Central Market of Phonsavanh to watch the
different hilltribe people barter and exchange merchandises. We then
head out towards Luang Prabang. Enroute we stop off to see the Buddha
images in Thampra, a site more than 200 years old, and various Hmong and
hilltribe minority villages along the way. After a photo stop, we
continue driving uphill, enjoying the splendid natural scenery of the
mountains, the forest and landscape. The journey will take us over
mountainous regions until we approach Luang Prabang, one of the most
beautiful traditional towns in Asia. After checking into your hotel, if
time permits, 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 to explore the sacred, gilded stupa as well as capture a
beautiful view of the city and the Mekong River at sunset. From there,
we visit the Night Market, where you can browse a lovely selection of
handmade textiles, made by the local people and hilltribe people
surrounding Luang Prabang. 
Overnight at Luang Prabang.
Overnight at Luang Prabang.Day 4: Laos Tour Operators: Luang Prabang Package Tours - Pak Ou cave – sightseeing tours (B/-/-)
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 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 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.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Day 5: Laos Tour Operators: Luang Prabang Package Tours – Departure (B/-/-)
After
breakfast, we visit the National Museum (closed Tuesdays) 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. You wil then be transferred to the airport for your flight.
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arrival,
visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun, the shrines of Wat Aham and
Wat Mai, we then climb up to the top of Phousi Mount for an enjoyable
exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a beautiful sunset
view of the city and the Mekong River. From there, we explore street
night market, where you can find the lovely collection of handmade
textiles by local and hill tribe people surrounding Luang Prabang.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
weaving.
We also have time to visit Ban Xangkhong and Ban Xienglek, small
villages well known for their silk weavings and their Saa (jute)
papermaking. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Province
and its' nearby villages which are home to the Hmong hill tribe and Tai
Dam people who possess an interesting local culture and a vibrant
history. Overnight in Phonsavanh .
also
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 the local speciality of rice wine is produced. Once
back in Luang Prabang city we take a short drive to Ban Phanom, well
known for its hand weaving. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
way to end the day. Overnight in Vientiane .
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 the local speciality of rice wine
is produced. Once back in Luang Prabang city we take a short drive to
Ban Phanom, a village well known for its hand weaving. We also have time
to visit Ban Xangkhong and Ban Xienglek, small villages well known for
silk weavings and for Saa (jute) Papermaking Overnight in Luang Prabang.
may
also wish to drive to the beautiful Khouangsi Waterfall where you can
take a dip in the inviting pools or walk along the forest paths. We
return to Luang Prabang by late afternoon and continue to Ban Phanom, a
well-known weaving village, and then return to the city by late evening
to admire the sunset at Wat Siphouthabath. Overnight in Luang Prabang .
Enroute to Lao’s national precious heritage, the famous and sacred
structure of That Luang Stupa, you will have the opportunity to take
some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument, which is well known as
Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph. In the afternoon, we continue visiting
the rest of Vientiane by foot, including Wat Ong Tue, Wat Inpeng and Wat
Haisok. We pass by the major shopping area continuing to the Vientiane
Central Market of Talad Sao and Talad Kouadin where various goods are
displayed for sale; including fresh food, household goods, souvenirs,
textiles, gold, silver and antiques. We return to the Mekong Riverside
in the late afternoon for observing the sunset. Overnight in Vientiane.
areas in Laos. Overnight on Don Khone Island . 
Valley.
Rivers run off this high plateau in all directions and then plunge out
to lush forests along in a series of spectacular surging waterfalls. A
trip to the plateau provides a refreshing break from the heat and allows
you to observe the cultivation of rich coffee, tea, cardamom, bananas,
and other crops that can be seen en route. This trip gives visitors the
chance to venture off the beaten track and to discover some of the
lesser-known areas of Laos, exploring the wild beauty of this southern
region. Upon arrival at Tad Lo waterfall, we visit the villages of Alak,
Nge, and Katu, populated by ethnic minority groups. We return to Pakse
by late evening. Overnight in Pakse. 
back
11th century. We reach our final destination Vang Vieng, which is
nestled on a bend of the Nam Song River. Its stunning scenery with
limestone outcrops remains unspoiled, despite recent developments with
the advent of tourism. After checking into your hotel you are at your
own leisure. Overnight in Vang Vieng.
where
the local rice wine is produced. On our return, we drive to the famous
weaving village of Ban Phanom where shoppers have a chance to try their
hand at bargaining. Overnight in Luang Prabang. 
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. Along the way, we stop at the village of Ban Xang Hai,
famous for the distillation of Lao rice wine. On return to Luang
Prabang, we take a short drive to Ban Phanom, well known for its hand
weaving. Overnight in Luang Prabang .
town
of Vang Vieng, which is nestled on a bend of the Nam Song River. Its
stunning scenery with its limestone outcrops remains unspoiled, despite
recent developments with the advent of tourism. On arrival at Vang
Vieng, we cross the Nam Song River to Tham Jang caves and then enjoy a
short trek through breathtaking mountain landscape to explore the Tam
None Cave and some hill villages. Today ends with a superb panorama of
the sunset reflecting over the Nam Song River. Overnight in Vang Vieng. 
roofs.
A visit to Luang Prabang would be incomplete without ascending 329
steps to the top of Phousi Hill for a beautiful sunset view of the city
and its glowing reflection on the Mekong River. The zigzag path crosses
over various temples to the sacred, gilded stupa of Wat Phou, another
World Heritage Site, recognized by UNESCO in 2002. In the evening, we
explore the Night Market, where you can find a lovely selection of
souvenirs and handmade textile made by local and hill tribe people
surrounding Luang Prabang. Overnight in Luang Prabang. 
Luang
Prabang by late afternoon and continue to Ban Phanom, a well-known
tradional weaving village, and then return to the city by late evening
for observing the sunset at Wat Siphouthabath. Overnight in Luang
Prabang. 
ranges
and lush forests. Along the way, we observe the peaceful river life and
visit at Ban Houeilampen to visit the Hmong hill tribe people, who are
very poor but have a unique culture. On arrival at HoueiSay, we board a
ferryboat crossing the Mekong River to Chiang khong in Thailand, where
the tour finishes.