Ancient Cities 6 Days 5 Nights

Luang Prabang is a beautiful and tranquil dream-like setting with a fusion of foreign influences and splendid landscape scenery, making this an idyllic, unspoiled and charming destination for visitors. It is no wonder this amazing city was recently declared a World Heritage City by UNESCO.

Day1. Luang Prabang Arrival (B/-/D)
Welcome to Luang Prabang! Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Tonight, we will join a welcome ceremony of Baci & welcome dinner at local villager’s house. Later, we will explore the Luang Prabang Night Market, where you can find a lovely selection of handmade textiles made by local villagers and the hill tribes surrounding Luang Prabang.
Overnight in Luang Prabang
Meals: D

Day2. Luang Prabang city tour with expert (B/-/-)
Meet one of our expert in Luang Prabang. Having lived in Laos for over 20 years, he has expertise in the cultural heritage of the country as well as understanding of Lao history and people. Enjoy a lively 1 hour presentation by expert in your hotel lobby or at a cafe. Then set out on foot for a walking tour with your Lao guide to places and sites off the beaten track and observe Luang Prabang’s distinct architecture.

Day3. Luang Prabang – Fullday experience with Shangri Laos (B/-/-)
Transfer this morning to Shangri-Lao Explorer camp, about 15km outside of Luang Prabang. When you arrive, your guide will give you a briefing about the elephants. You can also chat with the on-site veterinarian, feed the elephants and relax by the riverside. Then hop on board and enjoy a 1.5 hour ride on the back of your elephant through teak forests, jungle and over hills to reach Huay Sae Valley. Continue to trek then we come back to Luang Prabang.

Day4. Luang Prabang – Vientiane (B/-/-)
This morning we take a short flight to Vientiane.
In the afternoon, enjoy a visit to Wat Sisaket, Wat Phra Keo, Patouxay monument and That Luang, regarded to as the holiest site in Laos. Drive back to your hotel for relaxation.

Day5. Day 5: Vientiane Textiles and arts (B/-/-)
Depart for a one hour drive southeast of the city to the Buddha Park, which was built in 1958. Return to Vientiane for some free time and continue in the afternoon with a visit to the weaving home-studio of Mrs. Carol Cassidy,relaxing by the Mekong River to watch the sunset over a drink (own account).

Day6. Vietiane Departure (B/-/-)
Morning is free at leisure until check out of hotel by 1200 noon. Then transfer to the airport for your departure flight to the next destination.

TOUR PRICE INCLUSIONS:
• Accommodation as indicated above
• Private transportation in with air-conditioned
• Boat trip as stated in above sights
• English speaking guide
• Admission fee to indicated sights
• Meals as indicated in the detail itinerary
• Government tax and service charge
• 2 bottles of drinking water per day during the tour
• 2 cold towels per day during the tour

TOUR PRICE EXCLUSIONS:
• Travel insurance (compulsory)
• Domestic airfare and airport tax in Laos
• International airfare and airport tax to & from Laos
• early check- in or late check-out (except as indicated)
• Beverages and other meals do not indicate in the program
• Single room (quoted separately)
• Visa stamping fee to Laos (if any)
• Optional excursions and entrance fees and permits during free time
• Additional transportation required due to any emergency situation
• Tipping/ Gratuities and others are not mentioned in program


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