Vientiane: Private Full-day Must-See Sights & Sunset Tour
ID: GYG239542-413642
Category:
Country: Laos
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Spend the day exploring the relaxed capital of Laos on this private tour of Vientiane. With stops at Wat Sisaket, the Patuxay Monument, and the Talad Sao Market visit all of the city's major sites and immerse yourself in the rich history of the city.
In the morning, get picked up by your guide and head to Wat Sisaket, Vientiane's oldest surviving Buddhist temple. The temple is famous for its cloister wall that houses more than 6,800 Buddha icons of all sizes. You may also be able to witness the many locals that come to pray in the morning, enlightening you to traditions of the area. Stop at Wat Prakeo, which once held the Emerald Buddha and now functions as a museum, and the Patuxay Monument, a symbol of the country's resilience and independence, to learn of Laos' complex history.
Take time to lunch before walking through Vientiane's laid-back streets, enjoying the refreshingly easygoing atmosphere of the capital. Pass through a number of gorgeous temples before arriving at Talad Sao, Vientiane's central market. With two distinct areas, a modern shopping mall and the sprawling original market, Talad Sao offers an abundance of treasures for you to discover. Bring your day to a stunning conclusion by heading to the Mekong River, where the sun paints the water in brilliant orange hues as it sets below the horizon.
Highlights
- See the gorgeous, historic temples of Wat Sisaket and Wat Prakeo
- Explore the laid-back streets of Vientiane
- Learn the significance behind Patuxay, Vientiane's own Arc de Triomphe
- Enjoy breathtaking view of the sunset from the Mekong River
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You will be picked up at hotel in Vientiane. Please provide pickup location,
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 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 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.
