Essential Luang Prabang
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Luang Prabang; Laos History and Heritage; royal palace; Laos Tour; Pak Ou Caves; Wat Xieng Thong; Mekong River; National Museum; Cultural and Natural Sights; Mekong Cruise; World Heritage town; mount phousi; hill tribe night market; Boat Trip across mekong river; weaving hill tribe village in laos; sightseeing tour in laos;
Spend your holiday in the well- preserved, peaceful town of Luang Prabang. See for yourself why it is designated as one of the World Heritage towns by the UNESCO. Explore different temples, each having long history; many of them are just sitting serenely along the river bank and overlooking the ...
Read Full Description- Destination:
- Luang Prabang, Laos
- Trip Length:
- 3 days
- Price Range:
- From $270 to $713 per person See what this includes and what this excludes
- Best Time to Go:
- Any time.
- Recommended for:
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11 - 14, 18 - 20, 25 - 30, 31 - 35, 36 - 40, 41 - 50, 51 - 55
Adventure-seeker, Family with kids
Family Trip, Group Retreat, Summer Vacation
Detailed Trip Description
Spend your holiday in the well- preserved, peaceful town of Luang Prabang. See for yourself why it is designated as one of the World Heritage towns by the UNESCO. Explore different temples, each having long history; many of them are just sitting serenely along the river bank and overlooking the river. Also don't forget to enjoy the breathtaking view of Luang Prabang from the Mount Phousi. Next, drive out of town to Pak Ou Cave which requires a boat trip across the Mae Kong River. Once you arrive there, discover a massive group of Buddha statues before you must return home from this historical journey.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 - Luang Prabang
Arrive at Luang Prabang. Enjoy an orientation tour around the town, including a climb up to Mount Phousi for the breathtaking view of the town at sunset.
Sightseeing
Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by your tour guide and taken on an orientation tour around this picturesque town. At sunset, ascend the 328 steps to the top of Phou Si Mountain that offers a stunning panoramic view of the surrounding rivers and cityscape before wandering through the bustling Hilltribe Market for traditional textiles and handicrafts made by the hill tribes.
Overnight in The Grand Luang Prabang.
Day 2 - Luang Prabang
Boat trip across the Mekong River to Pak Ou Caves where you will discover a massive group of Buddha statues nestled deep in the limestone caverns, continued with a cultural tour to see Lao local living and interesting attractions and temples.
Sightseeing
Following breakfast, cruise upstream along the Mekong River to Pak Ou Caves, where you will discover gold-lacquered Buddha statues of all shapes and sizes nestled deep in the limestone caverns. Discover the significance of waterways in the Lao livelihood as you slowly cruise along the Mekong River. Embark on a cultural tour of Luang Prabang in the afternoon, in which you will visit the Royal Palace, now National Museum. Then explore the gilded temples dotted across the city which include Wat Mai, Wat Sensoukarahm and Wat Xieng Thong.
Overnight in The Grand Luang Prabang.
Day 3 - Luang Prabang
Sightseeing
After breakfast, spend the morning at the Heritage Information Center and learn how Luang Prabang fuses and preserves its traditional Lao and European colonial architecture. If time permits, visit the weaving village of Xang Khong and witness the techniques of making Lao textiles and mulberry paper before transferring to the airport for your departure flight.
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* Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels * Meals as indicated in itinerary with B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner. * Services of an English speaking guide during all tours and transfers * Services of a driver and private air-conditioned vehicles during all tours and transfers * Admission fees for all sights visited * Camera and video cameras fees if applicable * Boat trip as mentioned in the program to Pak Ou Caves * Fees for elephant riding * All permissions and local taxes
Budget Excludes:* Alcoholic drinks and drinks at mealtimes * Optional visits to sights not mentioned in the program * Personal expenses such as telephone, laundry, etc * Visa stamping fee for Laos (Please note that visa on arrival is valid for a period of 30 days and you will need to submit a photo and pay 30 to 42USD depending on your nationality. All these are subject to change without prior notice.) * Extension visa that costs 2 USD per person per day and 1 USD more if arrival is on a Saturday or Sunday (subject to change without prior notice) * Personal travel insurance * Tips for guide, driver, boat crew & hotels’ porters * Meals other than those mentioned above * All airfares and airport taxes * Other services not clearly indicated in the Inclusion Package above
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