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10-Day Classic Laos Trip from Luang Prabang to Khong Island. 690$ Start in Luang Prabang and end in Pakse! With the Explorer tour 10-Day Classic Laos Trip from Luang Prabang to Khong Island, you have a 10 days tour package taking you through Luang Prabang, Laos and 4 other destinations in Laos. 10-Day Classic Laos Trip from Luang Prabang to Khong Island includes accommodation in a hotel as well as flights, an expert guide, meals, transport and more. Discover the bests of Laos featuring Buddhist traditions and unspoiled natural landscapes from a 10-day trip! With your private guide and driver, you will explore Luang Prabang famous for Royal Palace Museum, daily Alms, and Pak Ou Caves, Xieng Khouang featuring the mysterious Plain of Jars, – Vientiane with splendid Wat Si Saket, Pakse, and Khong Island popular for fascinating landscapes. Max group size: 2 ITINERARY DAY 1 Upon arrival in Luang Prabang you will be met by your guide and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of your day is at leisure. Overnight in Luang Prabang. DAY 3 Spend the day outside Luang Prabang visiting two inspiring community enterprises. Your morning is spent in the company of local farmer Mr Laut Lee who will guide you around his farm, explaining the various crops he’s growing and the traditional farming techniques used. He’ll also give you a hands-on lesson on making Lao rice noodles, which you can of course then sample. After a picnic lunch at Kuang Si Waterfalls, continue onto a unique social enterprise: the first buffalo dairy in Laos! This unusual project helps underprivileged local farmers by renting their buffalo during milking season, offering them regular income from their buffalos which are being used less on the farm. From humble beginnings the dairy now employs 30 people and works with around 150 local farmers. Currently, the dairy produces yogurt, mozzarella, ricotta, ice-cream and cheese cake, which is distributed to local hotels, restaurants and supermarkets. After a tour of the dairy enjoy a tasting platter. Overnight in Luang Prabang DAY 5 The scenic drive to Muang La is captivatingly picturesque, and there will be several opportunities to stop en route to soak it all in. Spend time in traditional H’mong villages, before continuing to Pak La Village and the gorgeous Muang La Resort. Famous for its geothermal springs, this is an oasis within the raw countryside where travellers can combine the area’s natural serenity with a blissful soak in the hot spring baths. The remainder of your day will be at leisure to enjoy the resort’s stylish warmth. Overnight in Muang La Day 7 Depart Muang La for Phongsali. Break up the six-hour journey to the remote northern province of Phongsali with visits to a selection of tribal villages, where you can meet members of the community and see life from their rural perspective. Overnight in Phongsali Day 9 Hop aboard a private boat to cruise down an uninhabited, and particularly picturesque, stretch of the beautiful Nam Ou River towards Muang Khua. Overnight in Muang Khua Day 11 Your day will be at leisure to relax and explore your scenic surrounds. Overnight in Nong Khiaw. Day 13 Your day is at leisure until your transfer to the airport for your onward flight. DAY 2 Rise before dawn to witness tak bat – the giving of alms to the monks who leave their pagodas to receive offerings of food from local residents – from a respectful distance. Get an overview of the country’s history at the Royal Palace National Museum, take in the city’s iconic temples, and get a deeper insight into Laos culture at the excellent Arts and Ethnology Centre. See colourful textiles being woven in the surrounding villages and join the crowds climbing Mount Phousi for spectacular sunset views across the Mekong. If you’d prefer to avoid the steps, visit Wat Prabath Tai for an accessible sunset experience and see the monks and novices go about their daily rituals in Wat Aham’s colourful prayer hall. Overnight in Luang Prabang.   DAY 4 Early morning transfer to the Mekong River banks where you will board the Shompoo Cruise and begin your leisurely journey upstream along the Mekong River. It’s a stunning section of this mighty river that begins high in the Himalaya and passes through seven countries before exiting through its sprawling delta in Southern Vietnam. Relax and soak up the scenic landscape before arriving into Pakbeng early evening. Disembark and take a stroll through the streets before dinner in your lodge. Overnight in Pakbeng  DAY 6 Set out for a day in the hills, visiting minority tribal communities and learning about their cultural traditions. Today’s journey takes you to regions few travellers ever get to see, throwing in some stunning mountain scenery along the way. Overnight in Muang La.   DAY 8 Spend the day exploring Phongsali and its surrounds including the region’s famous 400 year old tea plantations, where some of the oldest tea trees in the world grow. Overnight in Phongsali.   DAY 10 Take a slow boat down the Nam Ou River, past unspoilt scenery and remote villages, some of which, such as Muang Ngoi, are only accessible by boat. Take a break in Muang Ngoi village, nestling at the foothill of a giant limestone outcrop, which has carved itself a place an ideal stopover for travellers coasting up and down the Nam Ou. Meet a local village guide who will lead you on a short trek through the rice fields to a nearby cave, visiting a Thai Daeng village en route. Return to Muang Ngoi, where you can join the locals for a cooling bathe in the river, before continuing to Nong Khiaw. Overnight in Nong Khiaw DAY 12 Spend your day leisurely kayaking on the picturesque Nam Ou River. Picnic on the riverbank at Pha An, where the Nam Ou meets the mighty Mekong, overlooking dramatic limestone karst scenery. Visit the sacred Pak Ou Caves, before continuing to paddle downstream to Ban Pakxeuang. Here

Hidden Worlds of Laos 7 Day Private Tour. 490$ Start in Vientiane and end in Luang Prabang! With the Explorer tour Hidden Worlds of Laos – 7-Day Private Tour, you have a 7 days tour package taking you through Vientiane, Laos and 2 other destinations in Laos. Hidden Worlds of Laos – 7-Day Private Tour includes accommodation in a hotel as well as flights, an expert guide, meals, transport and more. Follow your private guide and driver to explore the hidden wonders of Laos – the Buddhist country with amazing landscapes. You will head to Vientiane, Xieng Khouang, and Luang Prabang to admire the luxuriant Phousi Mountain, Pak Ou Caves Monks with thousands of Buddha sculptures, the spectacle of monks collecting alms from devotees, Royal Palace Museum featuring dazzling exhibitions, the mysterious stone pots at the Plain of Jars, the peaceful Buddha – Pha That Luang, and the picturesque Kuang Si Falls. ITINERARY DAY 1 Upon your arrival in Vientiane, your guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel for the check-in. In the afternoon, the guided city tour will bring you to visit That Luang Stupa, Pratuxai, Ho Prakeo, and Wat Si Saket. Accommodation: Lao Poet Hotel (4 stars) or similar DAY 3 After breakfast, you will be taken to Muong Kham, where you will enjoy the natural hot springs, get close to the local lifestyle at Thajok, a minority village on the way., and visit Tham Piou Cave. In the afternoon, you will be taken back to Phonsavanh. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Vansana Plain of Jars (3 stars) or similar DAY 5 After breakfast, you will be taken to the busy Morning Phousi Market for watching the famous daily morning rituals of saffron-clad monks collecting offerings of Alms from the faithful residents. This tradition is very unique in Laos, being the only Buddhist nation still preserving the procession. After seeing the spectacle, you will be transferred to the local pier on the Mekong River to embark on a traditional boat ride to Pak Ou Caves, where thousands of Buddha images can be seen. En route, you will stop over to visit Ban Xang Hai where you can try some sticky rice wine. Finishing the visits, you will return to your boat and continue to Ban Phanom, Wat Visoun and Wat Aham. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Victoria Xieng Thong Palace (4 stars) or similar DAy 7 After breakfast, you will be taken to the airport for your departure flight.  We wish you a smooth journey home! Meal: Breakfast   DAY 2 After breakfast at your hotel, you will be escorted to the airport and board the flight to Phonsavan, the capital city in Xieng Khouang. On arrival, you will meet your guide and be escorted to your hotel for the check-in. Afterward, your guided trip will start at Phonsavan’s bustling central market. Then you will head to visit the MAG exhibition to learn about mine clearing in Laos. Next, you will explore Site 1 of the ancient and mysterious Plain of Jars: an enchanting archeological site, where hundreds of large stone jars lie scattered about the plateau. Then you will continue to discover sites 2 and 3 and get a glimpse of some typical local villages along the way. Meal: Breakfast Accommodation: Vansana Plain of Jars (3 stars) or similar DAY 4 In the morning, you will visit the local market of Phonsavanh. Finishing the interesting exploration, you will then be driven north to Luang Prabang. You will enjoy the view and scenes of local life along the way before you have lunch at a local restaurant. Upon arrival, you will check in to your hotel and then be taken to visit Phousi Mountain and the busy night market. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Victoria Xieng Thong Palace (4 stars) or similar DAY 6 In and around Luang Prabang After breakfast, you will be guided to visit the Royal Palace Museum – the former king’s palace (closed on Tuesdays). There are many items nicely displayed, including rare furniture, traditional costumes, and arts, jewelry, ornaments as well as working tools and utensils. After the exploration of Morning Phousi Market, you will then be driven to the beautiful Kuang Si Falls, where you can cool off with a refreshing swim in the turquoise pools or walk along the forest trails. Return to Luang Prabang, you will visit Wat Xieng Thong and Wat Mai before back to your hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Victoria Xieng Thong Palace (4 stars) or similar Included : Accommodation  Flights ,Guide ,Meals ,Additional Services ,Transport,  English Speaking Tour Guide  For Request info or Book this Tour: 

10-Day Classic Laos Trip from Luang Prabang to Khong Island. 690$ Start in Luang Prabang and end in Pakse! With the Explorer tour 10-Day Classic Laos Trip from Luang Prabang to Khong Island, you have a 10 days tour package taking you through Luang Prabang, Laos and 4 other destinations in Laos. 10-Day Classic Laos Trip from Luang Prabang to Khong Island includes accommodation in a hotel as well as flights, an expert guide, meals, transport and more. Discover the bests of Laos featuring Buddhist traditions and unspoiled natural landscapes from a 10-day trip! With your private guide and driver, you will explore Luang Prabang famous for Royal Palace Museum, daily Alms, and Pak Ou Caves, Xieng Khouang featuring the mysterious Plain of Jars, – Vientiane with splendid Wat Si Saket, Pakse, and Khong Island popular for fascinating landscapes. Max group size: 2 ITINERARY DAY 1 On arrival in Luang Prabang, you will be picked up by your local guide and taken to your hotel. After a break, your guide will take you to Mount Phousi, where you will climb atop to enjoy the panoramic view of Luang Prabang and the Mekong River. If the weather is pleasant, you could also admire the fascinating sunset. Afterward, you could ramble through the night market before returning to your hotel. Accommodation: Victoria Xieng Thong Palace (4 stars) or similar DAY 3 After breakfast, you will be taken to the Mekong River and embark on a cruise upstream to enjoy a breathtaking view of the tranquil countryside as well as explore the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims. On the way, you will also stop to visit Ban Xanghai Village, famous for local whiskey – Lao-Lao. After the visit to the amazing cave, you will sail back to Ban Xanghai Village to watch Saa Jute Paper production.  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Victoria Xieng Thong Palace (4 stars) or similar DAY 5 After breakfast, you will start the guided tour today by visiting the Central Market, where you will get close to the local lifestyle. Then you will be taken to Site 2 and Site 3 of Plain of Jars for a deeper exploration. Later, you will be guided to visit the UXOMAG Exhibition Room to learn about mine clearance. Finishing the visits, you will be escorted to the airport for your flight to Vientiane. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Lao Poet Hotel (4 stars) or similar Day 7 In the morning, you will be taken to the airport and take an early morning flight to Pakse. On landing, you will be picked up by your local guide and be taken to Saravane. You will pass through Tateng Village and have a stopover to learn how the local people make tea and coffee. Later you will arrive at the wondrous Tad Lo Waterfall, where you will also pay a visit to the nearby villages of Alak, Nge, and Katu ethnic minority groups. After that, you will be escorted back to your hotel in Pakse in the late afternoon. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Champasak Grand Hotel (4 stars) or similar Day 9 There are a number of waterfalls on Khone Island. Today you will have the chance to explore two of the famous ones, which are really beautiful. Before that, you will be guided to visit some of the countrysides nearby. Then you will board a long tail boat to visit Liphi Waterfall and Khone Falls. At the end of the trip, you will be transferred back to your hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Champasak Grand Hotel (4 stars) or similar DAY 2 In the early morning, you will be guided to watch the famous daily morning rituals of saffron-clad monks collecting offerings of Alms from the faithful residents. Afterward, you will be taken back to your hotel for breakfast. And then explore visit Wat Visoun, Wat Aham, and the Royal Palace Museum – the former king’s palace (closed on Tuesdays). There are many items nicely displayed, including rare furniture, traditional costumes, and arts, jewelry, ornaments as well as working tools and utensils. After a big lunch, you will then be driven to the beautiful Kuang Si Falls, where you can cool off with a refreshing swim in the turquoise pools or walk along the forest trails.  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Victoria Xieng Thong Palace (4 stars) or similar DAY 4 After breakfast, you will be escorted to Xieng Khouang by a private car. Upon arrival, you will be guided to go straight to visit the mystical Site 1 of Plain of Jars, which has 331 stone vats in various sizes and shapes. After the visit, you will be taken to your hotel for a good rest. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Vansana Plain of Jars (3 stars) or similar     DAY 6 After breakfast, you will be guided to discover the long history and rich culture of Vientiane by visiting Wat Sisaket featuring over 10,000 Buddha statues, the magnificent Wat Ho Phra Keo, the national monument of Laos – Pha That Luang Temple, and the well-known landmark Patuxay Monument. After finishing the visits, you will be escorted back to your hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Lao Poet Hotel (4 stars) or similar DAY 8 After breakfast, your guide will take to visit Wat Phu Ruins, which pre-date Angkor. Then you will get to the famous 4000 Islands Region, where you will be accompanied to explore by boat. You will also visit Khong Island, the biggest island in this region. The rest of the day is quite relaxing. You will be taken to your hotel for checking in.  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: Pon Arena Hotel (3 stars) or similar DAY 10 After breakfast, you will be taken to the airport for your departure flight.  We wish you a smooth journey home! Meal: Breakfast For Request info or Book this Tour: 

5 Days in Mystical Laos: Vientiane and Vang Vieng. 390$ Want to experience a laid back pace of life while having an exhilarating travel adventure? How about witnessing amazing natural sceneries and going to places of rich history and culture dating back to centuries ago? Giving you the best of both worlds, a trip to Laos is your answer. On this 5 day travel in Laos, you will find yourself immersed in the culture, history and traditions of right at the heart of Laos in Vientiane, followed by a travel adventure of a lifetime in the cozy town of Vang Vieng. Laying beside the Mekong river, Vientiane is the capital and largest city of Laos where economic growth and its beloved cultural sites has made this town bloom. Next, you will travel to Vang Vieng and be surrounded by fascinating limestone mountains and caves. Vang Vieng has reinvented itself as Laos’ hub of adventure travel, offering a lengthy menu of adrenaline-fuelled experiences. Enough said, it’s time for you to take a trip to Laos and see it all for yourself.  ITINERARY DAY 1 TEMPLE HOPPING AND NIGHT MARKET IN VIENTIANE Welcome to Laos! Upon your arrival at Wattay International Airport, travel to the capital, Vientiane where you can check into your accommodation. After you have taken a short break, grab a fully filled water bottle and put on some comfortable walking shoes as you will be going temple-hopping, before feasting on delicious and authentic Laos cuisine at the night market later in the day! First up on your trip, you will head to the stunning Pha That Luang located a walking distance from the center of Vientiane. You will first notice its majestic and gold exterior as you approach. With its architecture closely linked to Laotian culture and identity, it is no wonder that it has been termed as Laos’ national symbol and regarded as a sacred religious site. Spend some time admiring the tall fortress-like walls, the two temples, the 45m high main stupa and the pinnacle which is covered in real gold. It is no doubt the first on the itinerary of many visitors in Laos – and for good reason! If you are staying near central Vientiane, come back to view the temple at sunset, you’ll find yourself blown away by how this building lights up into a glorious warm gold.  Afterwards, you will then travel to the next temple, Haw Phra Kaew (Hor Pha Keo). This is another notable temple in Laos, having been built in 1565 to house the precious Emerald Buddha. Though the Emerald Buddha is no longer housed here, it is still worth the trip down to Haw Phra Kaew museum where you can find out more about its history and appreciate traditional Laos art, sculptures and artefacts on display.  From the terrace of Haw Phra Kaew, you can even enjoy a panoramic view of the President’s Palace and its surrounding garden. Moreover, the temple is also a stone’s throw away from Vientiane Night Market, where you can head to after the temple. This is the place where you can feast on Laos cuisine and shop without burning a hole in your wallet! You will then spend the night in Vientiane before a new  day of experiences tomorrow. DAY 3 VANG VIENG BOUND Today you will be leaving the city for the rural experience! Travel to Vang Vieng, about 160km North from Vientiane. Upon reaching Vang Vieng, take a quick breather as you settle into your accommodation and put on some sunscreen because you’ll be heading out into the sunshine. What better way to spend your first day in this beautiful Laos riverside town by going to the river itself! No we are not talking about a swim down Nam Song river, but river tubing! To do so, head to the tubing center located east of the main road in town and right across the street from Hally’s Coffee. From there your rental will include the tubing itself and transportation up the Song river to the starting point where you can slowly drift down. Relax and admire the surrounding Karst hill landscape around or grab a quick drink at one of the 4 bars along the Nam Song river banks. Afterwards, head back to the office to return the tubing. Be sure to keep your electronics in waterproof bags if you are bringing them along with you on your ride. DAY 5 BLUE LAGOON AND PHU KHAM CAVE Saving the best for last, you will end your trip by traversing impressive Phu Kham Cave and perhaps taking a swim in the crystal clear blue lagoon. This site is highly popular with both locals and tourists alike, so do travel here early to avoid the crowd. To get to the cave entrance you will have to follow the hiking trail about halfway up the limestone cliff. The 200 meter climb is quite steep at places but don’t worry as the trail is equipped with handrails at the steepest sections to help you keep your balance. Once you reach the entrance, head in. The cave is a labyrinth of chambers, galleries and crevices filled with stalagmites and stalactites. At the first chamber you will see a reclining Buddha image. Do note that the holes in the ceiling make the first chamber relatively well lit, however as you venture into the deeper chambers, the amount of light diminishes quickly so be sure to bring sufficient torches and batteries. Red direction arrows have been painted on the rocks to mark a trail. After a while the arrows disappear and there is no clear path to follow. While some of the chambers are quite large and relatively easy to navigate, venturing into other parts of the cave means climbing over ledges, crawling through low crevices and wading through the water. Make sure to take great care wandering deeper into the cave.  Although exploring the cave may not be everyone’s cup of tea, this is still a place