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IMAGE OF
LAOS
(5
days/ 4 nights)
Vientiane - Luang Prabang - Vientiane
Laos is
the least populated of the Indochinese countries, and perhaps the most
beautiful. Devoutly Buddhist and largely undeveloped, Laos offers travellers
a chance to experience rich traditions, natural beauty. Our trip to this
intriguing country includes time in Luang Prabang, a perfectly preserved
blend of rustic colonial architecture and gilded monasteries, and in the
laidback riverside city of Vientiane .
HIGHLIGHTS
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Vientiane
.
That Luang Stupa
. Wat
Prakeo
. Luang
Prabang
. Wat
Xieng Thong
. Mekong Cruiser
. Weaving Village
Detailed itinerary:
Day
1:Arrival -Vientiane
On arrival at Wattay Airport
or Friendship Bridge, you are
met and transferred to centrally located hotel. After a short rest, we start
to visit the major sights of the capital, including the oldest Wat Sisaket
with thousands of miniature Buddha statues and the former royal temple of
Wat Prakeo previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Image. On the way to
the famous and sacred structure of That Luang Stupa, we stop to take some
pictures of the imposing Patouxai Monument which is well known as
Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph.
O/N in Vientiane.
Day 2: Vientiane -
Luang Prabang
We board a short
aftternoon flight to Luang Prabang, which is perhaps the best preserved
traditional city in
Southeast Asia. The tranquility and charm of this town with its splendid
natural scenery and cultural sights make it one of the most delightful
places to visit in
Laos.
On arrival, we visit
the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun, the shrine of Wat Aham. We then climb up
to the top of Phousi Hill for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded
stupa as well as a beautiful sunset view of
the city and the Mekong River. O/N at Luang Prabang. (B)
Day 3: Luang Prabang -
Pakou - Luang Prabang
Today, we enjoy a short guided tour
seeing the city’s oldest temple of Wat Sen and the magnificent Wat Xieng
Thong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, which represent the
classical architecture of Luang Prabang temple. We then embark on a cruise
upstream on the Mekong River which also gives us a beautiful view of the
tranquil countryside as well as an interesting visit to the mysterious of
Pak Ou Caves, crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of
various shapes and sizes. Along the way, we stop at the village of Ban Xang
Hai, where they make the local rice wine. On return, we take a short drive
to Ban Phanom, well known for its hand weaving.
O/N in Luang Prabang. (B,L)
Day
4: Luang Prabang - Vientiane
The
National Museum at the former Royal Palace, which displays a lovely
collection of the artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture dating
from the days of the early kings right through the last sovereign, and the
Central market are not to be missed. We visit these sights before we catch a
flight back to Vientiane. After checking into hotel, we transfer out to see
the Buddha Park, a blend of Buddhist and Hindu sculptures created by
mystical monk on a parkland located by the Mekong River and the impressive
Friendship Bridge. A view of the spectacular sunset over the Mekong River is
perfect way to finish the day. O/N inVientiane. (B)
Day 5: Vientiane -
Departure
After breakfast, we
visit the Morning Market, and the weaving village
of Ban Nong Bouathong ( if time permits). The tour ends after your transfer to Wattay
Airport or Friend ship Bridge for departure.(B)
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Tour cost in US dollar per person in group of |
IMAGE OF LAOS
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Standard |
First Class |
Superior Class |
1 pax |
US$ 865 |
US$ 1025 |
US$ 1102 |
2 pax |
US$ 431 |
US$ 498 |
US$ 594 |
3 -
5 pax |
US$
387 |
US$ 450 |
US$ 545 |
6 - 9 pax |
US$
345 |
US$
402 |
US$ 500 |
10 - 14 pax |
US$
319 |
US$ 398 |
US$ 492 |
15 - 19 pax |
US$
306 |
US$ 379 |
US$ 476 |
20 pax & up |
US$
302 |
US$ 376 |
US$ 472 |
Single room suppl. |
US$
70/pers |
US$ 140/pers. |
US$ 210/pers. |
Full board suppl. |
US$
83/pers |
US$
93/pers. |
US$
114/pers. |
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CITY/AREA |
Standard
Class |
First Class |
Superior Class |
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VIENTIANE |
Inter City hotel,
Royal Dokmaideng hotel |
Novotel hotel |
Lao Plaza Hotel |
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LUANG PRABANG |
Phousi hotel |
Villa Santi hotel,
Villa Santi Resort hotel |
Grand Luang
Prabang Hotel |
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NOTES |
The
higher hotel category (Deluxe class) can be arranged upon request |
INCLUDING :
Transportation in private air-conditioned
vehicle with driver + Daily Breakfast + Accommodation: twin sharing room at
the below mentioned hotel or similar one + English or French speaking
guide + Entrance fee to indicated sights + Boat trip in Luang Prabang
+ Air ticket
Vientiane - Luang Prabang - Vientiane
.
NOT
INCLUDING
: Other meals, tip, drinks, airport tax,
single room supplement, personal expenses, travel insurance, visa to
Laos, flight in/ out Laos, any optional
additional tours or activities during free time,...
TRIP
NOTES:
 The
itinerary is corrected at the time of viewing. Occcasionally, our
itineraries change as we make improvement that stem from our past
traveller's comments and our own research or due to local conditions or
circumstances beyond our control. This includes festival, pubplic holidays,
weather and flight delay,... that may effect the itinerary.
Laos
is developing countries whose infrastructure, values, customs,
standard may different from what you expect in your home land. Road
condition are poor, accommodation and transportation may be basic in remote
area.
Daily breakfast (B) is included on this trip. Other
meals are at client’s expenses. However, the trip with full board meal is
arranged upon request.
The
dress standards are conservative thoughout
Asia.
Loose, lightweight, long clothing are all respectful and cool in Asian hot
climate. In addition to your items of personal clothing, we suggest you to
bring trainer or sneaker shoes, jacket for cold weather, torch/flash light,
hat, rain coat for wet season, sun cream, sunglasses, daypack, toiletries
and small towel, insect repellent.
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