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DAY 1 : Luang Prabang (-/-/-)
A city tour begins at the former Royal Palace, now the National Museum and Vat Xieng Thong Temple. In the afternoon continue to Vat Mai, a temple renowned for its golden bas-reliefs and Vat Visun, entirely rebuilt after being destroyed in 1887 by the invading Black Flags from southern China. In the courtyard of Vat Visun stands the Watermelon Stupa shaped like the fruit it takes its name from. In the late afternoon climb the 328 steps to the top of Mount Phousi to enjoy a panoramic view of the city and the surrounding countryside.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
DAY 2 : Luang Prabang (B/-/-)
Excursion by boat from Luang Prabang to Pak Ou Caves, two caves (Tham Thing – lower cave and Tham Phum) located in the steep rock cliff at the confluence of the Mekong River and Ou River. They are full of Buddha images of varying styles, ages and sizes. Continue to Ban Xang Hai, the village was once a 'Jar-Maker Village' and nowadays the community fill the jars (which come from elsewhere) with lao-lao, the local rice whisky.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
DAY 3 : Luang Prabang - Pak Ou - Luang Prabang
(B/-/-)
After breakfast, enjoy a visit to the Kuang Si Waterfall, southwest of Luang Prabang with stops en-route to visit some ethnic minority villages. It is possible to walk to the top of the falls via a steep track and if the weather is good, swim in the clear water at the foot of the falls. Picnic lunch by the falls orreturn to Luang Prabang for lunch. Continue to Ban Tha Baen, the Khmu village with a traditional hydro-rice mill. The rest of the afternoon is free at leisure to explore on your own.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
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