5-Day Luang Prabang Tour from Vientiane with Pak Ou Caves

5 Days Duration

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About This Tour

Visit Luang Prabang, a place full of beautiful temples and mesmerizing natural wonders, on this 5-day tour from Vientiane. Explore Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World...

Duration: 5 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Luang Prabang, Vientiane · Languages: English, Lao

About Vientiane

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Vientiane

Straddling the mighty Mekong River, Vientiane is a curious mix of French colonialism and laid-back Laotian charm. Discover this off-the-beaten-track capital with a qualified guide from Everest Global Hub.

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What's Included

All private transfers and transportation.
English-speaking local Laos guide.
Boat trip and cruise as per the tour.

Not Included

Flights and departure taxes.
USD 10 per person for tax.
Beverages.
Travel insurance.
Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities.
Laos visa fee (visa on arrival is easy and recommended).
Other items not mentioned above.
Service charges and government tax.
All sightseeing tickets.
Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast; L: Lunch; D: Dinner).

Itinerary

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Day 01

Arrival in Vientiane and City Orientation

Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy an orientation tour including the Victory Monument, Wat That Luang, the Central Market, Wat Sisaket, and the Wat Prakeo National Museum. In the afternoon, enjoy an orientation tour including the Victory Monument, Wat That Luang, the Central Market, Wat Sisaket, and the Wat Prakeo National Museum.
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Day 02

Journey to Luang Prabang and Temple Discovery

Take a tour of the local markets. Take a tour of the local markets. Upon arrival in Luang Prabang, transfer to the hotel. Upon arrival in Luang Prabang, transfer to the hotel. Begin exploring this charming town with a visit to Wat Xieng Thong, arguably the most stunning temple in the country, admired for its brilliant mosaics. Begin exploring this charming town with a visit to Wat Xieng Thong, arguably the most stunning temple in the country, admired for its brilliant mosaics. Continue to the Palace Museum, which houses an eclectic collection including statues, mosaic-covered walls, French mirrors, and a piece of moon rock given to "the people of Laos" by President Nixon. Continue to the Palace Museum, which houses an eclectic collection including statues, mosaic-covered walls, French mirrors, and a piece of moon rock given to "the people of Laos" by President Nixon. Late in the afternoon, head to the top of Mt Phousi for panoramic views of the city and the surrounding hills. The mountain is dotted with small shrines and monasteries, and it is a perfect spot for sunset, when the golden spires of the wats are beautifully illuminated. Late in the afternoon, head to the top of Mt Phousi for panoramic views of the city and the surrounding hills. The mountain is dotted with small shrines and monasteries, and it is a perfect spot for sunset, when the golden spires of the wats are beautifully illuminated.
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Day 03

Mekong River Excursion and Village Visits

Rise early to witness the monks in their morning meal procession. Rise early to witness the monks in their morning meal procession. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Proceed on an excursion up the Mekong River to the holy caves of Pak Ou, where some of the most famous Buddhist sculptures in Southeast Asia can be found. Proceed on an excursion up the Mekong River to the holy caves of Pak Ou, where some of the most famous Buddhist sculptures in Southeast Asia can be found. Reboard your boat and travel downstream to a rice-wine-producing village on the banks of the Mekong. Reboard your boat and travel downstream to a rice-wine-producing village on the banks of the Mekong. Visit Ban Phanom, a tribal village well known for its traditional Lao weaving in cotton and silk. Visit Ban Phanom, a tribal village well known for its traditional Lao weaving in cotton and silk. Purchase some of these beautiful and inexpensive hand-woven clothes. Purchase some of these beautiful and inexpensive hand-woven clothes. Return to your hotel for the evening. Return to your hotel for the evening.
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Day 04

Khouangsi Falls and Akha Hill Tribe Village

Embark on an excursion by road to Khouangsi Falls and the Akha hill tribe village beneath the falls. Embark on an excursion by road to Khouangsi Falls and the Akha hill tribe village beneath the falls. A picnic lunch will be provided at the falls. A picnic lunch will be provided at the falls. Later in the afternoon, return to Luang Prabang and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Later in the afternoon, return to Luang Prabang and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
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Day 05

Departure from Luang Prabang

After breakfast, spend your free time at leisure. After breakfast, spend your free time at leisure. Return to the airport for your next destination. Return to the airport for your next destination.