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Asia-Planet  >  Laos  >  Laos Tours  >  7 days the Land of a Million Elephants

7 days the Land of a Million Elephants Code : ORA-AT-13
Itinerary (Vientiane - Vang Vieng - Luang Prabang )



Private tour: Departure everyday from Vientiane

Day  1
Arive in Vientiane (-/-/-)
On arrival in Vientiene (pronounced 'Wieng Chan' by the locals) transfer to hotel.
Then, visit many interesting wats and lively markets, such as Pha That Luang - the most important national monument in Laos, Patuxai - a large monument in the style of the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, Ho Pha Keo - the former royal temple of the Lao monarchy converted into a museum containing Buddhist sculptures found in Laos, Wat Si Saket - the early Bangkok style tempole containing more than 2,000 silver and ceramic Buddha images.
Overnight in Vientiane.

Day  2
Vientiane - Vang Vieng (Breakfast/-/-)
After breakfast drive to Vang Vieng.
This small town north of Vientiane is nestled in a scenic bend in the Nam Song River. The west bank of the river is lined with tunnels and caverns and the limestone cliffs are beautiful.
Travel from Vientiane to Vang Vieng, stop for a visit to Vang Xang, 11th century Buddhist archaeological site where primitive Buddha images are carved on the cliff.
Continue to visit Talat Fish Market in Huay Mor.
Visit THAM CHANG CAVE: used as a bunker against marauding Chinese in the early 19th century. Tham means cave and Chang is steadfast.
Overnight in Vang Vieng.

Day  3
Vang Vieng - Luang Prabang (Breakfast/-/-)
After breakfast Visit THAM PHA THAO CAVE: Enjoy a short trek through rice paddies with a stop at a Hmong village in Ban Pha Thao and continue to visit the cave of Tham Pha Thao.
Visit THAM XANG CAVE: also called Elephant Cave, it contains a few Buddha images and a Buddha footprint plus the elephant shaped stalactites which give the cave its name.
Then from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang Journey north passing through Ban Phatang and Muang Kasi. Enjoy visiting local villages on the way.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day  4
Luang Prabang (Breakfast/-/-)
Set between the Nam Khan and Nam Ou rivers, Luang Prabang is an enchanting town filled with historic temples and colonial style buildings. The entire town was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995.
Start the day at the NATIONAL MUSEUM (ROYAL PALACE), a modest but graceful building which combines traditional Lao and French beaux-arts motifs. This turn-of-the century royal residence has been preserved as it was when the royal family last lived here and provides unique insights into the history of Laos.
Afterwards, visit WAT MAI and WAT VISOUN (Wat Wisunalat). The oldest living temple in Luang Prabang, Wat Visoun dates back to 1513 and contains a collection of antique wooden Buddhas.
Visit the nearby WAT AHAM before continuing to WAT XIENG THONG, the crowning jewel of all the monasteries and temples in the city. Its many ornate buildings feature exquisite mosaic and gold-stenciled murals. From there, stroll down the main street of Luang Prabang, stopping at some of the many temples that line its sides, including WAT SIBOUNHEUANG, WAT SI MOUNGKHOUN, WAT SOP and WAT SENE.
Climb the hillside stairs to the small temples atop PHOU SI, the 100m high hill which sits in the middle of the town, offering beautiful views over the temples and river. Watch the sunset before return to your hotel.
Overnight in Luang Prabang

Day  5
Luang Prabang (Breakfast/-/-)
After breakfast travel down the Mekong River to the steep limestone cliffs overlooking the Mekong and Nam Ou rivers, home to the PAK OU CAVES.
These extraordinary caves are filled with Buddha images, of every style and material imaginable. On the return journey, stop at BAN XANG HAI, a local village famous for the production of lao lao, the local rice wine whisky.
Visit BAN XANG KHONG, a village near Luang Prabang well known for its traditional handwoven cotton and silk, as well as production of the local sa (mulberry) paper.
Overnight in Luang Prabang

Day  6
Luang Prabang (Breakfast/-/-)
After breakfast from Luang Prabang to KUANG SI WATERFALL, travel by vehicle to visit local village of Ban Muang Khai.
Continue by vehicle to Kuang Si Waterfall, located in a perfect natural setting near Luang Prabang, this multi-tiered waterfall tumbles over limestone formations into a series of turquoise pools. Enjoy swimming in the clear water or just relaxing in the natural environment.
Continue to BAN THA PENE, a nearby Khmu village, before returning to Luang Prabang by vehicle.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day  7
Luang Prabang (Breakfast/-/-)
Breakfast. At leisure until your transfer to the aiport.

ALL PRICES ARE NET INCLUSIVE OF TAX & PER PERSON. THEY ARE IN DOLLARS U.S.

PRIVATE TOUR (Numbers of persons. Prices per person sharing twin / double room)
HOTEL CATEGORY  1 PERS.     MIN. 2 PERS.   MIN. 3-6 PERS.   MIN. 7-10 PERS.   SINGLE SUPPLEMENT  
Standard / First - 935 US$ 835 US$ - -
Superior - 989 US$ 910 US$ - -
Deluxe - 1 235 US$ 1 135 US$ - -
Validity : Our package tour rates are valid from October 1st 2011 to October 31st 2012 Contact us about this tour Book now !
OUR PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF:
Accommodation in shared double or twin room at selected hotels.
• Transfer by a private air-conditioned vehicle as per program.
• English speaking guide except during free time. (other languages available upon request)
• Entry fees for all sightseeing as mentioned on the program.
• Private boat for cruises as mentioned. • Meals as mentioned on the program
OUR PRICES ARE EXCLUSIVE OF:
Visa for Laos (30 USD per person upon arrival + 2 passport size pictures). Our prices do not include: • International flights.
• Drinks, tips, personal expenses and all services not clearly mentioned.
Personal travel insurance.
Note :

+ DISCOUNT until 31 October 2011 ( contact us )

The rates above are per person in double or triple room
+ discount for the 3rd passenger in triple room standard:$59; superior :$87; deluxe :$95.

Addtional discount from above rate per person : starting minimum 4 people.

Child reduction (sharing bed of parents): under 2 years Free Of Charge; under 12 years -30% discount.

Note :

HOTELS USED IN THE PACKAGE TOUR

STANDARD
Vientiane
Sengtawan Riverside Hotel (Standard room) (No Extra Bed)
Avalon Hotel (Standard Twin ) (No Extra Bed)
Avalon Hotel ( Standard Double ) (No Extra Bed)
Phasouk Residence (Deluxe Standard)
Vang Vieng
Thavonsouk Resort (Gardenview/New Building) Ban Sabai Vang Vieng (Super Deluxe )
Maly Hotel (Standard )(No Extra Bed)
Maly Hotel ( Standard Triple )(No Extra Bed)
Luang Prabang
Villa Treasure (Studio Courtyard )
Villa Saykham ( Superior ) (No Extra Bed)
Villa Saykham ( Superior Triple ) (No Extra Bed)
Villa Shayada ( Classic )

SUPERIOR
Vientiane
Day Inn Hotel ( Deluxe room )
Le Leela Hotel ( Superior )(No Extra Bed)
Ramayana Gallery Hotel (Classic )
City Inn Vientiane ( Deluxe )
Vang Vieng
Villa Vang Vieng Riverside ( Garden View room) (No Extra Bed)
The Elephant Crossing Hotel ( Standard-Large Double/Old Building )
The Elephant Crossing Hotel (Standard-Twin Share/Old Building)
Vansana Vang Vieng Hotel ( Standard )
Luang Prabang
Ban Lao Hotel ( Deluxe/New Building )
Le Bel Air Boutique Resort (Classic Garden Riverside )(No Extra Bed)

DELUXE
Vientiane
Lao Plaza Hotel (Superior/Regular Floor )
Vang Vieng
Villa Vang Vieng Riverside (Garden View )(No Extra Bed)
The Elephant Crossing Hotel (Standard-Large Double/Old Building )
The Elephant Crossing Hotel (Standard-Twin Share/Old Building)
Vansana Vang Vieng Hotel ( Standard )
Luang Prabang
Villa Maly ( Superior )
Le Palais Juliana Luang Prabang (Deluxe )

For bookings of roundtrip packages, we will confirm one of the hotels mentioned above according to the selected category. Please note that compulsory gala dinners and peak season surcharges may apply during peak periods surrounding the public holidays of Christmas and New Year - these surcharges will be confirmed at the time of booking.
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