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Overview

Join us on the Luang Prabang Experience tour, a 4-day and 3-night escapade in the UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang, Laos, and enjoy a mesmerizing journey full of cultural immersion, natural beauty, and unique experiences.

You will visit the lively markets and learn how to cook traditional Laos dishes, witness the sacred alms-giving ritual explore the ancient temples, and experience a perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. With cozy accommodations in boutique hotels and chances to interact with friendly locals, the Luang Prabang Experience tour is a remarkable opportunity to uncover the charm and allure of this magical town.

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Places you’ll see

Highlights

  • The witness of a UNESCO world heritage site for its exceptional cultural, historical and architectural values, named Luang Prabang.
  • Admiration of the magnificent Wat Xiengthong temple with its unique architecture.
  • Walking to the night market in Luang Prabang is an extraordinary experience.
  • Relaxation next to the marvelous Kuang Si waterfall with clear and emerald waters.
  • Deep immersion in the river life of local people along the legendary Mekong.

Itinerary

Welcome to Luang Prabang

Welcome to Luang Prabang

On arrival at the Luang Prabang airport, you will be met and transferred to check in the hotel (early check-in upon availability)

Situated in the center of northern Laos, Luang Prabang is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its outstanding cultural, historic, and architectural values and its harmonious relationship between the natural and built environment.

There are no activities planned for today, so you may stroll around for the first impression of this ancient city.

Overnight in Luang Prabang.

 Accommodation: Hotel in Luang Prabang

Pak Ou Caves

Pak Ou Caves

After breakfast, you will first visit the Royal Palace Museum, which was built in 1904 during the French colonial era for King Sisavang Vong and his family. 

We then join a leisure cruise upstream on the Mekong River, which also gives us a breathtaking view of the tranquil countryside, before reaching the mysterious Pak Ou Caves with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims.  

Along the way, we stop at the village of Ban Xanghai, where they make the local rice wine.

On arrival back in the city, we will visit the old Wat Sene and the nearby magnificent Wat Xiengthong a superb piece of Lao temple architecture, which presents a sweeping two-tiered roof and ornate mosaics including a beautiful "tree of life" glass montage on the rear temple wall.  

If time permits, we will drive out of the city to visit Ban Xangkhong, the Thai Lue village, which is famous for its arts and crafts. We also visit the nearby village of Ban Xienglek specializing in making the traditional Saa paper. You can either get to the nearby village and join a petanque game with the local team.

Late afternoon, we will make a stop at Wat Prabath to admire the sunset, this is the ideal place to catch the last beauty of the day. 

The tour ends after a visit to the famous Luang Prabang Night Market. Overnight in Luang Prabang

Tip: If you are fond of various ethnic cultures, you can visit the Traditional Art and Ethnology Center (closed on Monday)

 Meals:  Breakfast

 Accommodation: Hotel in Luang Prabang

Kuang Si Waterfalls

Kuang Si Waterfalls

In the early morning, we will prepare to join the daily morning almsgiving, in which more than 200 Buddhist monks depart from various temples to gather their daily meals from the faithful residents sitting quietly on the streets.

We then visit the temporary morning market near the former Royal Palace. Just set on the ground, the locals come here to barter their day’s catch from rice to vegetables, fish, or chicken. 

After breakfast at the hotel, we ascend the 329 steps to the top of Phousi Hill for a panoramic view of the city and the Mekong River

If time permits, we will visit the UXO Visitor Center (closed on Saturday & Sunday) about the secret war in Laos.

Then transfer directly to the beautiful Kuang Si, the biggest waterfall in the Luang Prabang area with three tiers leading to a 50-metre drop into pools before flowing downstream.

There is also a walk to the nearby village of Ban Thapene, and explore the hidden waterfalls, which other tourists rarely visit

If you wish, take a short visit to the Bear Rescue Center, which houses animals rescued from the hands of poachers and traffickers.

On the way back to Luang Prabang, we will take a short visit to the Ock Pop Tock Living Craft Center, set serenely close to the Mekong, this beautiful, traditionally styled workshop, offers free tours every half-hour. This is also one of the best spots to admire the sunset in Luang Prabang. Transfer back to your hotel late afternoon. Overnight in Luang Prabang

 Meals:  Breakfast

 Accommodation: Hotel in Luang Prabang

Elephant Village

Elephant Village

8:00 am - 8:30 am:  Pick up by our English-speaking guide from your hotel lobby within Luang Prabang, Laos

When you arrive at the Elephant Village Camp, you will be greeted by your guide and participate in a short briefing about elephants. Here, you can get up close and personal with elephants

In Elephant Village, you can visit our elephant hospital, museum, gallery, and dung paper-making facility. Next, you can enjoy the impressive experience of being a Mahout, 1 person per elephant

Then, you will ride in a traditional Lao long boat to the Tad Sae Waterfall and relax or swim in the clear water. Swimsuit recommended!  (Note: water levels will vary with seasonal conditions)

For lunch, you can dine at our Elephant Camp restaurant.  Your buffet lunch is served with coffee/tea and drinking water (vegetarian options are available)

1:00 pm: Depart the camp. Transfer back to your Hotel in Luang Prabang

You are free to stroll around the town for your exploration before taking the departure flight

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Inclusions

  •   Transportation with air-condition in private
  •   Accommodation in twin/double shared room
  •   Boat trip as stated in above sights
  •   English speaking guide
  •   Admission fee to indicated sights
  •   Meals as per program
  •   Gov’t tax and service charge
  •   Luggage handling and drinking water

Exclusions

  •   Visa stamping fee on arrival
  •   All flights quoted separately (if any)
  •   Travel Insurance in all kinds
  •   Single room (quoted separately)
  •   Other foreign language guide
  •   Peak tourist season or special event rates
  •   Tip, drinks and other personal expenses
  •   10% VAT in case the payment is transferred into our company bank account
Price from
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Days
4
  • Best price guaranteed
  • Money back guarantee
  • Customizable by local experts
  • 24/7 customer support
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