
| 5 days wonderful heritage of Laos |
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Itinerary (Vientiane - Luang Prabang - Pak Ou Caves - Luang Prabang - Kuang Si Waterfalls - Luang Prabang )


Joint tour :
Departure every MONDAY from Vientiane

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Day 1
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Vientiane
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Pick up at your hotel in Vientiane
This day's excursion is to visit an open-air museums, WAT XIENG KHUAN (BUDDHA PARK). This is a collection of whimsical but compelling statues of Buddhist and Hindu gods.
Overnight in Vientiane.
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Day 2
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Vientiane
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Breakfast at the hotel
The capital city of Laos, Vientiane still feels like a sleepy city with relaxed charm, tree-lined boulevards, interesting wats and colorful markets.
Tour the different highlights of the city, including PHA THAT LUANG, a gleaming golden stupa which is perhaps most important national monument in Laos; HO PHA KEO, the formal royal temple, now a museum with beautiful examples of Buddhist sculpture; WAT SI SAKET; and PATUXAI, a monumental arch inspired by the Arc de Triomphe, but executed with Lao motifs. Afternoon at leisure
Overnight in Vientiane.
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Day 3
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Vientiane - Luang Prabang
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Breakfast at the hotel then transfer to airport. board the flight Vientiane to Luang Prabang.. Arrive in Luang Prabang and transfer and sightseeing.
Set between the Nam Khan and Mekong 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. Begin your tour with 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 (Wat Street) of Luang Prabang.
Time permitting, stop at some of the many temples that line its sides, including WAT SIBOUNHEUANG, WAT SI MOUNGKHOUN, WAT SOP and WAT SENE.
Climb 328 steps starting from entrance on the opposite side of National Museum or 410 steps on the other side of Khan River to the small temples atop PHOU SI, the 150m high hill which sits in the middle of the town, offering beautiful views over the temples and river. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
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Day 4
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Luang Prabang
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After breakfast in the morning, visit a LOCAL MARKET to see the bustle and activity of the early morning. Continue to 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. (Closed on Tuesdays).
Afterwards, visit WAT MAI.Excursion by boat to Tham Pak Ou Caves
Travel up the Mekong River to the steep limestone cliffs overlooking the Mekong and Nam Ou rivers, home to the THAM 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 VILLAGE, a local village famous for the production of lao lao, the local rice wine whisky. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
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Day 5
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Luang Prabang
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After breakfast travel by vehicle to to Kuang Si Waterfall.
This waterfall is 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. Visit local village on the way, before returning to Luang Prabang by vehicle. Afternoon at leisure.
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| ALL PRICES ARE NET INCLUSIVE OF TAX & PER PERSON. THEY ARE IN DOLLARS U.S. |
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JOINT TOUR (Minimum 2 persons. Price per person in sharing twin / double room)
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MINIMUM 2 PERSONS |
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT |
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625 US$ |
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Validity:
Our package tour rates are valid from
September 1st 2011 to October 31st 2012
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OUR PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF:
Accommodation and meals as described, all transfers within the journey, including pick-up at airport, economy class flights, all entrance fees, english, french or german speaking guides (other languages available upon request), boat trips.
OUR PRICES ARE EXCLUSIVE OF:
Visa fees, airport taxes, personal expenses, tips, personal travel insurance.
Note :
DISCOUNT : USD 40 / person > until the 31 October 2011
DEPARTURE EVERY MONDAY FROM VIENTIANE
THE RATE ABOVE IS PER PERSON IN DOUBLE/TWIN AND TRIPLE ROOM.
+ Discount for 3rd passenger in triple room ::$51.
Child reduction (sharing bed of parents): under 2 years Free Of Charge; under 12 years -30%.
Note :
HOTELS USED IN THE PACKAGE TOUR
Vientiane
Day Inn Hotel ( Deluxe room )
Le Leela Hotel ( Superior )(No Extra Bed)
Ramayana Gallery Hotel (Classic )
City Inn Vientiane ( Deluxe )
Luang Prabang
Ban Lao Hotel ( Deluxe/New Building )
Le Bel Air Boutique Resort (Classic Garden Riverside )(No Extra Bed)
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