LAOS 5days/4nights TOURS WITH EXPRESS TRAIN FROM VIENTIENE-2

LAOS 5days/4nights TOURS WITH EXPRESS TRAINFROM VIENTIENE-2

ITINERARIES IN DETAILS

Day1. Arrival –Vientiane

On arrival at in the capital, you will be met by our staff and transferred to your hotel. Vientiane is a charming and fascinating place, with an interesting mix of Lao, Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese, French, and American influences. After a short rest, we start visiting the major city sights; including Wat Sisaket, the country’s oldest temple, with thousands of miniature Buddha statues and the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo. En route, we visit the famous That Luang Stupa, the single most important monument in

Laos. 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.Tonight we will enjoy a welcome dinner at one of the fine restaurants.

Accommodation: Included

Meal: Dinner

Smarthistory – Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)

Day2. Vientiane- Luang Prabang  (Express Train/C82 07.30- 09.30)

After an ealry breakfast, we take an express train to Luang Prabang. 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’. After a short rest, we visit The National Museum at the former Royal Palace, which displays a lovely collection of artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture throughout the ages. Next, we will visit the city's oldest temple, Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xieng Thong where you can see the impressive “tree of life” mosaic set in colored glass.  Continue visit to The Traditional Arts & Ethnology Centre - the first exhibition space and fair trade store dedicated to the collection, preservation, interpretation, and presentation of Laos’ traditional arts and lifestyles. 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. From there, we explore the Night Market, where you can find a lovely selection of handmade textile made by local and hill tribe people surrounding Luang Prabang. Overnight in Luang Prabang

Accommodation: Included

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Note: as per local regulations, vehicles over 16seaters are not allowed in the city

Tree of life" mosaic work in Wat Xieng Thong, Luang Praba… | Flickr

Day3. Luang Prabang – Pakou caves

Today, we board an upstream cruise on the Mekong River, which gives us a panoramic view of the tranquil countryside. We’ll make sure to stop at the Pak Ou Caves, sanctuaries consisting of two large caverns, both repositories for thousands of Buddha images. We will also stop at a few villages during the day, including Ban Muangkeo where the local rice wine is produced and Ban Xiengmene. We also have a chance to climb up to Wat Chomphet. Here you will have one of the best views of Luang Prabang from across the river. Once back in Luang Prabang city we take a short drive to Ban Xang Khong and Ban Xieng Lek - small villages well known for silk weavings and Saa (jute) Papermaking.  Overnight in Luang Prabang

Accommodation: Included

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

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Day4.  Luang Prabang- Vientiane (Express Train/C81 13.45- 15.45)

After breakfast, we head out of town 30km to the beautiful Kuang Sy Fall. En route, stop to visit some ethnic minority villages and see how these colorful people live. We then continue to the beautiful Kuangsy Waterfalls where you can swim in the turquoise pools or walk along forest paths. After visit the sites, we will catch the express train back to Vientiane capital. After a short rest, we begin our orientation with a short walking-tour of the Lao capital, strolling around the city sights and observing the evening sunset along the Mekong Riverside. Overnight in Vientiane

Accommodation: Included

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Kuang Si Falls - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)

Day5. Vientiane – Departure

After breakfast, we transfer out to see Buddha Park, a scattered and enchanting collection of Buddhist and Hindu sculptures near the Friendship Bridge. There are approximately 200 religious images here. (If time permits) We visit the Morning Market and the weaving village of Ban Nong Bouathong. The tour ends after your transfer to the airport for departure.

Accommodation: N/A

Meal: N/A

Special note:

Ban Nong Daeng Map - Locality - Pho Chai, Thailand

Included in the price

Excluded in the price

  Private air-conditioned transportation

Accommodation with BRF on double/twin share

Train ticket Vientiane – Luang Prabang- Vientiane

Private boat trip as stated in above sights

English speaking guide

Admission fee to indicated sights

Meals: lunch or dinner as mentioned (foods only)

Government tax and service charge

Drinking water & Tissue

 

  Visa stamping fee

International & domestic flights

Travel Insurance in all kinds

Meals: lunch or dinner where not stated

Tip, drinks, personal expenses and others

 

 

ACCOMODATION:

HOTEL 3*:

VIENTAINE                         Lao Orchid hotel (Superior room) www.lao-orchid.com

VANG VIENG                     Vansana Vang Vieng (Standard room) www.vansanahotel-group.com

LUANGPRABANG              Villa Chitdara (Standard room) www.villachitdara.com

HOTEL 4*:

VIENTAINE                         Eastin hotel (Superior Balcony room) www.eastinhotelsresidences.com

VANG VIENG                     Inthira Vang Vieng (Superior room) www.inthirahotels.com

LUANGPRABANG              Le Belair Resort (Ganier room) www.lebelair-resort.com

HOTEL 5*:

VIENTAINE                         Crown Plaza (Standard room)  www.vientiane.crownplaza.com

VANG VIENG                     Amari Vang Vieng (Superior city view room) www.amari.com

LUANGPRABANG              Villa maly (Superior room) www.villa-maly.com