5D EXPLORE MEKONG RIVER CRUISE & WORLD HERITAGE CITY OF LAOS
ID: GYG821988-1306872
Category:
Country: Laos
Duration:
5 days
Description
Discover the highlights of Luang Prabang on a 5-day tour with accommodation. Visit the Royal Palace Museum, the Arts and Ethnology Centre, and the Pak Ou Caves.
Embark on a 5-day tour of Laos and Thailand. Explore the city of Luang Prabang, visit the Royal Palace Museum, and take a boat ride to Pakbeng. Discover the Living Land Rice Farm, Kuang Si Waterfall, and the Pak Ou Caves.
On the first day, arrive at Luang Prabang airport and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure and have dinner at your hotel.
On the second day, start your city tour at the Royal Palace Museum. See the city’s oldest temples, the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its roof sweeping low to the ground, representing classical Lao architecture. Transfer to visit and Xangkhoung Textiles village and the Arts and Ethnology Centre to learn about Laos’ ethnic cultures and its diversity.
On the third day, participate in the daily morning alms giving ritual to saffron-clad monks. Visit the Phosi Market, the stupa of Wat Visoun, and the shrine of Wat Aham. Continue to climb the 328 steps to the top of Mount Phousi to enjoy a panoramic view of the city and the surrounding countryside.
On the fourth day, visit the Living Land Rice Farm and take part in some exciting activities. Visit some local handicraft workshops such as bamboo weaving, blacksmith, and sugarcane processing. Continue to Kuang Si Waterfall, stopping to visit some ethnic minority villages.
On the fifth day, take a private boat upstream to Pakbeng. Stop to visit Ban Xang Hai where they make Lao whisky. Enjoy a continental breakfast while cruising to Pak Ou Village, at the mouth of the Nam Ou River, where you will visit Tam Thing Caves of a Thousand Buddha.
On the sixth day, transfer to Pakbeng Pier and board the second leg of the cruise upstream the Mekong River. En route, stop to observe rural life along the Mekong and minorities such as the Khmu ethnic minority village. Have lunch on board and continue to Houeixay.
Highlights
- Discover the city of Luang Prabang on a guided tour of the city's highlights
- Visit the Royal Palace Museum and the Arts and Ethnology Centre
- Take part in the daily morning alms giving ritual to saffron-clad monks
- Visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine of Wat Aham
- Explore the Pak Ou Caves and the village of Ban Xang Hai
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Passport required for hotel check-in
Comfortable walking shoes recommended
Bring a hat and sunscreen for protection against the sun
Be prepared for varying weather conditions
Respect local customs and dress modestly when visiting temples
Early morning start for alms giving ritual
Swimming is possible at Kuang Si Waterfall, bring swimwear and a towel
Photography is allowed, but be respectful at religious sites
Crossing into Thailand requires valid ID or passport
Check visa requirements for entering Thailand
We can pick you up in any hotels in Central area of Luang Prabang
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
