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Only in 4 days, 3 nights you can go over the 2 most famous destinations of Laos, where rich cultural traditions are combined with stunning natural environs. Your journey starts in Vientiane, with the golden pagodas which are sympolized for this lovely country. Countinue your trip with unforgettable moments in Luang Prabang,, the ancient capital and one of the last Shangri-la's in the world.
Key Highlights:
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Visit beautiful pagodas through out the country
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Private boat trip to Pak Ou Cave
Available Itinerary
Day 1: Vientiane Arrival
Arrival flight information (own ticket, flight information to be advised)Upon arrival, when you leave the airport terminal please look for 4U Tours’ guide displaying a welcome signboard with your name on it. Transfer to your hotel.
Vientiane is a charming and fascinating capital, with an interesting mix of Lao, Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese, French, and American influences.
Dinner is at a local restaurant.
Overnight in Vientiane
Accommodation: Settha Place hotel (5-star)
Deluxe Room
Address: 6 Pang Kham Street, Vientiane, Lao PDR
Tel: (+856) 2121 7583
Hotel Information:
In the heart of bustling Vientiane stands a remarkable hotel. Built in the early part of the last century, circa 1932, and painstakingly restored to its former imperial glory, the Settha Palace Hotel serves as a testament to the long lost era of classical elegance, gracious service and French colonial charm.Whether you are relaxing by the pool or holding an event in our meeting facilities, friendly service delivered with warm smiles and discrete attention to all your needs.
Day 2: Vientiane – Luang Prabang
Breakfast at your hotelAfter breakfast, we continue to explore Vientiane capital by visiting 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, which previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Image.
Enroute to Lao’s national precious heritage, the famous and sacred structure of That Luang Stupa, you will have the opportunity to take some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument, which is well known as Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph.
Lunch is at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, you will be transfer to the airport for your flight to Luang Prabang.
QV105 @ 1:40 PM / 2:20 PM or similar
Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel
This afternoon, we will have time today to visit Wat Visoun and Wat Aham.
We climb up to the top of Mount Phousi for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a panoramic view of the city at sunset and the Mekong River.Dinner is at a local restaurant.
The tour ends after a visit to the famous Night Market, where you can find a lovely selection of handmade textiles made by local and hill tribe people surrounding Luang Prabang.
Overnight in Luang Prabang
Accommodation: Maison Souvanaphoum Hotel (5-star)
Garden Wing
Address: Rue Chao Fa Ngum, Banthatluang, 06000 Luang Prabang, Laos
Tel: (+856) 7125 4609
Day 3: Pak Ou Cave and Luang Prabang Sightseeing
Breakfast at your hotelAfter breakfast, we visit the Royal Palace Museum (closed on Tuesday), which hosts a range of interesting artifacts and enjoy a short-guided tour seeing the city’s oldest temple Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xieng Thong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, representing classical Laotian architecture.
We then board a cruise upstream on the Mekong River, which gives us a panoramic view of the tranquil countryside as well as an interesting visit to the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims.
En route, we stop at the village of Ban Xanghai, where the local specialty of rice wine is produced.
Once back in Luang Prabang city we take a short drive to Ban Phanom, a village well known for its hand weaving. We also have time to visit Ban Xangkhong, Ban Xienglek, small villages well known for silk weavings and for Saa (jute) Papermaking
Overnight in Luang Prabang
Day 4: Departure
Today, you are free until being transferred to the airport for your departure flight home (air ticket is on your own).
TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES:
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3 night accommodation as indicated in the program
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1 nights at Settha Place Hotel – Deluxe room
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2 nights at Maison Souvanaphoum Hotel – Garden Wing
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Meals as indicated in the program 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners
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Admission fees as per itinerary
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Private boat trip to Pak Ou Caves
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Private air-conditioned transportation
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Regional English speaking guides during the program
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Bottled water and wet tissues during transfers
TOUR PACKAGE EXCLUDES:
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Visa on arrival to Laos
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Airport Assistance Service
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International flight tickets & Airport tax
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Domestic flight tickets & Airport tax
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Meals not mentioned in the itinerary and drinks during meals
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Drinks / water at included lunches and dinners
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Hotel early check-in / Late check-out
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Overweight luggage
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Travel & Trip insurance
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Other expenses which are not clearly mentioned in inclusive services
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Gratuities to guides and drivers (suggested USD 10 / person / day)
Airfare Vientiane – Luang Prabang: USD 115 / ticket (on Economy class, inclusive of airport tax)
**Airfare is subject to change by the airlines without prior notice.
Booking
The Hightlinghts of Laos Vientiane – Luang Prabang
Package price: USD 940 per person
: USD 1,880
