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DAY 1 : ARRIVAL IN VIENTIANE
Arrival at Vientiane, welcome by your French speaking and . transfer to the hotel, installation.
Vientiane would almost seem an anomaly in the Asian context: where all the big cities in this part of the world are inevitably overexcited, noisy, teeming, the discreet Laotian capital stands out with its peaceful character, its slow pace, its almost languid atmosphere. An oasis of calm in an ocean of agitation, this is the image that immediately comes to mind for all travelers. Vientiane, in this, constitutes a perfect introduction to the serene and relaxed atmosphere that permeates all of Laos, and it is of course one of the key elements that make the city immediately endearing
Free dinner and night at the hotel.
DAY 2 : VIENTIANE – VANG VIENG
Breakfast .
Transfer to Vang Vieng (about 4 hours drive)
On the way, stop at Vang Sang which has dozens of 16th century Buddha reliefs. Visit a small fishing village in Ban Tha Heua which borders the Nam Ngum Lake.
Arrival in Vang Vieng located on the banks of the Nam Song River, surrounded by a wonderful karst relief.
Lunch in an organic farm on the banks of the river, specialized in the cultivation of mulberry trees.
This farm aims to rehabilitate traditional Lao methods of working the fields and to promote natural products among local populations.
In the afternoon, visit this superb region renowned for its magnificent landscapes with karst peaks.
Motorized pirogue ride on the Nam Song River to Tam Jang Cave, then explore the famous Tam Jang Cave which was once used as a hideout by Chinese invaders .
A paradise for speleology enthusiasts, Vang Vieng is full of amazing caves. The best known and closest to the center is called Tham Jang, quite deep, which is reached by a large staircase offering an exceptional panorama of the valley. This cavity sheltered the villagers during the invasions of the Yunnan troops.
Free dinner and night at the hotel.
DAY 3 : VANG VIENG – XIENG KHUANG
Breakfast.
Departure towards Phon Savanh, the capital of the province of Xiengkhuang via the Kasi pass.
You will cross landscapes that may remind you of the rocks of the Hoa Lu region, or of Ha Long Bay in Vietnam. THE Hmong and Dao minority villages abound. Many stops on this road.
In Phoukoun, change route and head towards the Plain of Jars.
Lunch on the way.
Arrival in Phonsavanh in the late afternoon.
FREE dinner and night at the hotel.
DAY 4 : XIENG KHUANG
Breakfast
Continuation of the visit of this region, visit of the morning market and departure by road towards the Plain of Jars.
Arrival and visit of the plain of jars. We visit site No. 1, 2, and transfer to the ancient capital of the region Muang Khoun.
Lunch.
Visit of Wat Phia Wat and the stupa That Phoun.
Back to Phonsavanh.
FREE dinner in town and night at the hotel.
DAY 5 : XIENG KHUANG – LUANG PRABANG
Breakfast.
Departure north towards Luang Prabang (approximately 7 hours drive). Morning drive offering the unique opportunity to observe local life in rural and mountainous areas. Many ethnic villages line the road, visit a Kamou ethnic city.
Lunch on the way.
Continuation on the road, visit a Hmong ethnic village.
Arrival in Luang Prabang at the end of the day and transfer to the hotel.
FREE dinner at the local restaurant in town and night at the hotel .
DAY 6: LUANGPRABANG
After breakfast.
You will begin your exploration of the historic old town of Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
You will walk along the street Sisavangvong, in the heart of the old quarter, and discover the National Museum, located within the grounds of the former Royal Palace. Built in 1904, the palace is a blend of Laotian and French architectural influences, and its various galleries house numerous national treasures, many of which are owned by the royal family. The most valuable piece in the museum is undoubtedly the Pha Bang Golden Buddha, gift from a Khmer king to his son-in-law, Fa Ngum, founder of the Kingdom of Laos, and symbol of Lao Buddhist royalty.
THE Vat May, built at the end of the 18th century, a sanctuary topped with a five-sided roof topped with three parasols.
Then you will continue your visit to the city center of Luang Prabang, getting lost in the small alleys that crisscross the city, and stopping on the banks of the Mekong to appreciate the view.
Lunch at local restaurant in town.
You will follow the mythical river until the Wat Xieng Thong Temple, one of the most famous temples in Laos and probably the most elegant in the country. This stunning structure is the epitome of Lao religious architecture, with a majestic roof that seems to curve all the way to the ground. It is one of the few temples not to have been destroyed by successive invasions, and was completed in 1560. You will visit the different parts of the temple, and discover the mosaic of the ‘Tree of Life’ on the rear façade, as well as the impressive Royal Funeral Chariot, covered in gold. Then you will go back up to the pretty
Wat Saen temple, founded in 1718 on the advice of Ajahn Khamjan, one of the most revered men of faith in Laos.
Vat Visoun: it is the oldest temple in the city, it is unlike any other temple, with its wooden balustraded windows, inspired by the Khmer temple of Vat Phou.
The Vat Aham: located right next to Vat Visoun and remarkable for the two banyan trees that frame it. In the late afternoon, we climb to the top of the very popular Mount Phousi to watch the sunset. The effort of climbing more than 300 steps is rewarded by a unique viewpoint over the city. We will then go back down the steps to head towards Luang Prabang Night Market where we will discover the magnificent products (wild silks, basketwork, etc.) of the crafts of Northern Laos and more particularly of the Hmong ethnic group.
Free dinner at local restaurant in town and overnight at hotel.
DAY 7 :LUANGPRABANG – KUANSY
For the brave, you could attend one morning (06:00) the alms of the monks: a hundred monks parade to receive sticky rice balls, fruits and others from the faithful before returning to their respective temples. A unique spectacle in the country. Visit the morning market where you can local products and return to the hotel for lunch.
Breakfast.
Departure to All Lao, located 12 km from Luang Prabang (20 min drive) for an elephant ride (45 min) and continue on the road to the beautiful Khuangsi Falls, located 30 km from Luang Prabang.
Along the way visit the villages of ethnic minorities, Laolume, Hmong and Kmou.
Picnic lunch at the falls, prepared by a restaurant in the city.
Afternoon swimming and return to Luang Prabang and transfer to the hotel
Free dinner and night at the hotel .
DAY 8 : LUANGPRABANG – VIENTIANE
Breakfast at the hotel.
Departure by car, visit the local market and transfer to the airport flight to Vientiane.
Arrival at Vientiane airport, welcome by your guide and transfer to the hotel .
Lunch at a restaurant in town .
In the afternoon, visit the Vat Sisaket, the only temple in Vientiane to have been spared by the Siamese raid of 1828. Built in the old Bangkok style.
Wat Ho Prakeo, Today a museum of religious arts, it houses a collection of sacred art objects: manuscripts, ceremonial objects, engraved steles, statues, sculptures, jewelry.
Return to the hotel.
Free dinner and night at the hotel.
DAY 9: VIENTIANE
Breakfast.
Departure on the road to Buddha Garden which is located 25 km from the city, visits the different statues and the stories of the life of Buddha
Then return to town to visit the Wat That Luang (Large sacred reliquary or large stupa). It is the most important large religious monument in Laos, Patuxay.
Lunch at a restaurant in town .
In the afternoon, visit the morning market and end the day with a walk along the Mekong for the sunset.
FREE dinner and night at the hotel.
DAY 10: VIENTIANE
Breakfast .
Free day
Night at the hotel.
DAY 11 : VIENTIANE – HO CHI MINH VILLE
Breakfast .
Transfer to the airport for the return flight
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