3 Day Sightseeing Tour In The Ancient City Of Luang Prabang
Description
Visit the ancient city of Luang Prabang where the old, colonial French left their own architecture in this town. Small enough to explore on foot, the town reveals its charm and history at every turn, with gilded temples on nearly every corner and saffron-robed monks strolling the quiet streets. Nested in the mountains at the confluence of the Mekong and Khan Rivers, this former royal capital is one of the delightful towns in all of Asia. This tour will be a walk through the times - from ancient to medieval to modern.
Highlights
- Wat Xieng Thong
- Palace Museum
- Mt Phousi
- Mekong River
- Pak Ou
- Ban Phanom
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DAY-1 Arrival at Luang Prabang expand_more
Upon arrival in Luang Prabang, transfer to your hotel with your tour guide. Begin to explore this charming town, starting with a visit to Wat Xieng Thong, arguably the most stunning in the country, with its brilliant mosaics.
Continue to the Palace Museum, which houses an eclectic collection, including statues, mosaic-covered walls, French mirrors, and a piece of moon rock given to "the people of Laos" by President Nixon.
Late afternoon, head to the top of Mt Phousi, with its panoramic views of the city and the surrounding hills. The mountain is dotted with small shrines and monasteries. This is a perfect spot for sunset, as the golden spires of wats are beautifully illuminated.
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DAY-2 Luang Prabang expand_more
Witness the monks in their morning meal procession.
Proceed with an excursion up the Mekong River to the holy caves of Pak Ou, where some of the most famous Buddhist sculpture in Southeast Asia is found.
Re-board your boat and travel downstream to a rice-wine producing village on the banks of the Mekong.
Afterward, visit Ban Phanom, a tribal village well known for its traditional Lao weaving in cotton and silk. Time is allotted for you to purchase some of these beautiful and inexpensive hand-woven cloths. Return to your hotel for the evening.
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DAY-3 Depart from Luang Prabang expand_more
Enjoy your free time for souvenir shopping until transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
What's Included
All private transfer and transportation
English Speaking Guide
Boat trip & cruise as per tour
What's Excluded
International flights & departures taxes
10 USD per person for tax
Beverage
Travel insurance
Personal expenses and tips and gratuities
Laos visa fee (Visa on arrival easy & recommended)
Services charges and government tax
All sightseeing tickets
Meals
Know before you go
- The local markets offer produce, as well as silver and textiles. Hmong tribeswomen come here to shop.
Meeting Point
Luang Prabang, Laos
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
The group size and price | |
2 To 8 | USD 380 Per Group |
This is a group tour |