Classic Laos Premium Small Group Tour

Upon arrival in Vientiane, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

Our half-day city tour begins with a visit to the city's oldest temple Wat Sisaket home to thousands of miniature Buddha statues. Afterwards, we visit the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo, the former home that housed the famous Emerald Buddha Image.

Visit the sacred structure of That Luang Stupa, and take some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument, Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph. Our final stop is a visit to the COPE exhibition centre, centre highlights the consequences of unexploded ordnance and mines to the general population. COPE is also a rehabilitation centre for people with disabilities and trains local staff in prosthetic and orthotics.

In the evening, enjoy a special Welcome Dinner that celebrates the unique flavors of the region. Held at a charming local restaurant, this evening promises an unforgettable experience as we indulge in a menu featuring authentic regional dishes.

Overnight in Vientiane

Important Information

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After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your short flight to Luang Prabang.

Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Luang Prabang has been claimed by UNESCO as be ‘the best-preserved city in South East Asia’.

We visit the Royal Palace Museum which hosts a range of interesting artefacts. We begin our walking tour, taking in some of Luang Prabangs hidden secrets, walking down the quiet back lanes leading to Wat Xiengthong.

Along the way we stop at Wat Chomkhong, which is known for its decorative carvings. This area contains a mix of beautiful old French Colonial buildings, and traditional Lao houses, along with a stop at the small but charming temple of Wat Phapai. We will make a stop at the Fine Arts School, where we can see some of the quality artwork on display. Our final visit of the day is to the magnificent Wat Xiengthong, with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, representing the classical Luang Prabang style.

Overnight in Luang Prabang

After breakfast, we board a cruise to travel upstream on the Mekong River, which gives us a panoramic view of the idyllic countryside.

Our first stop is the village of Ban Muangkeo from here we take a short trek to reach the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, two linked caves are crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims.

Enroute, we stop at the village of Ban Xanghai, the village produces a local specialty of rice wine which we can taste. We then return to Luang Prabang by car via Ban Nongxai, an artisans village and also to visit a silversmith workshop. We arrive back in Luang Prabang by mid-afternoon.

Overnight in Luang Prabang

Note: during rainy season the itinerary is subject to change due to the weather conditions, an alternative programme is available.

Leaving Luang Prabang with your private guide and driver, you travel for around one hour and twenty minutes out of the town. On the way, you pass through beautiful scenery and rural landscapes with rice terraces and pineapple fields.

Our trek starts at Ban Longlao a local H'mong village where the culture, customs and language are all different to mainstream Laos. The trek takes between two and two and half hours through primary forest and jungle before reaching the spectacular Kuang Si Waterfall. Lunch (not included) can be taken at the falls with time for relaxation, swimming and the possibility to climb to the top of the waterfall.

Afterwards you return to Luang Prabang in time to catch the sun setting over the Mekong. In the evening, enjoy a special Farewell Dinner.

Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Note: during the rainy season the itinerary is subject to change due to the weather conditions, an alternative program is available

Depending on your departing flight you may have time at leisure before your transfer to the airport for your home bound flight.