NEVER FORGET LAOS/ 11DAYS

TOUR CODE: DOTLA-07

DESTINATION: Laos (Vientiane-Luang Namtha-Muengsing-Muengkhua-Luang Prabang)

DURATION: 11days

DAY 01:  ARRIVAL - VIENTIANE - CITY TOUR (B, L, D)

Up on arrival , transfer to hotel , we take a sightseeing tour of Vientiane, to visit religious museums of Wat Sisaket, the oldest temple to have been survived from the Siamese war of 1828 and its cloister contains more than 8000 Buddha statues; Wat Ho Prakeo, the former home-temple of the Emerald Buddha statue or Pra Keo, but today it contains a collection of Buddha statues, antiques and all artifacts found in around Vientiane; That Luang Stupa, the single most important monument in Laos, which was built to cover the original small stupa containing a piece of the chest bone of Buddha; Patouxay (Arch de Triumph), built quite recently in commemoration of those who died during the wars in the past and it is today as the land-mark of Vientiane. O/N in Vientiane.

DAY 02:  VIENTIANE - CITY TOUR - BUDDHA PARK (B, L, D)

Breakfast at hotel, Visit the Morning market where we will see a number of handicrafts for sale. We will also visit a number of workshop in and around Vientiane notably Phaeng Mai Gallery. Additionally, we will visit with Canadian businesswoman, Sandra Yuck of Caruso where she has developed a line of lifestyle products using wood as well as woven cloth, and continue to visit the central market. After lunch, take a trip by road to outskirts of Vientiane, following the road along the bank of Mekong river to visit the Buddha park of Xieng Khuan, the park (28km East of Vientiane), containing a combination of hundred status of Hindu divinities and Buddha. Enroute, we stop looms their stilt houses. We drive pass villages on the bank of Mekong through beautiful views of vegetable garden, tobacco plantation ... ect. Its nice makes photo stops and see rural life of local people. We also have a nice view of the Mekong Friendship Bridge as the border between Laos and Thailand after visiting then Buddha Park, we return along another road back to Vientiane. In evening, back to Vientiane for O/N.

DAY 03:  VIENTIANE - LUANG NAMTHA - MUENGSING (B, L, D)

Breakfast at hotel, transfer to airport for your flight UDOMSAY.  a land of rugged mountains, beautiful tropical forest, rich of rivers plain and sharing the border with China and Myanmar . Today Luang Namtha is populated by over twenty ethnic groups that make this region one of the most ethnically diverse provinces in Laos. On arrival, we travel by roads to Moung Sing, stopping along the way at the Akha hill tribe village. This ethnic group was originally in China but immigrated into Laos down centuries. They are very poor, but have an interesting culture and a colorful history. Overnight in Moung Sing.

DAY 04:  MUENGSING - TREKKING (B, L, D)

The remote and extremely beautiful mountain region of Muong Sing is ideal for anyone seeking a true adventure and trekking expedition. After breakfast we have time strolling round this small town where many ethnic minorities are frequently seen on the Main street while small vendors along the street sell local textiles and handicraft. Upon leaving the town we take a short drive north before we set off on a half-day walk, using the local tracks. We pass through the breathtaking mountain landscape to the Yao, Akha and Lanten hill tribe villages, and are sure to attraction attention as this part of the country explored by very few visitors. Overnight at Moung Sing

DAY 05:  MUENGSING - LUANG NAMTHA - OUDOMXAY (B, L, D)

An early morning departure to Oudomxay. These back roads are a perfect way to explore the real Laos. We see very few other travelers, mostly rural dwellers who are just as interested in finding out about our lives as we are of theirs. The drive is difficult at times; however the verdant and rugged mountain scenery combined with the colorful local population makes for a memorable experience. On arrival we check in a very simple hotel and take a walk to explore this hill town. Overnight at Oudomxay

DAY 06:  OUDOMXAY - MUENGKHOUA (B, L, D)

The local market also attracts numerous ethnic minorities who converge from the surrounding mountainsides or valley to barter and trade their goods. We visit this congregation before we set off on our journey along the Nambak River to Muong La. Here is a chance to visit Praxack Kham Temple with its sacred Buddha image. This 400-year-old statue legendary possesses many supernatural powers, which are widely worshipped among local people. Upon leaving Muong La, the roads begin to deteriorate but the drive is very interesting as we pass through the scenic landscape. Overnight in Muong Khoua.

DAY 07:  MUENGKHOUA - MUENG NGOI (Boat) (B, L, D)

Today, embark a long trail traditional boat down stream for a leisurely trip on the Nam Ou River. Tonight, stay at local Bungalow and search for the real life of local. This area has no vehicle to reach, just by boat and no electricity but locals use generator to produce power.

DAY 08:  MUENG NGOI - NONG KHIEW - LUANGPRABANG VIA NAM BARK (B, L, D)

After breakfast, take a boat trip to Nong khiew, enjoying with green. Arrive in Nong Khiew continue drive by car to Luangprabang via Nambark. Along the way we stop to visit the mysterious caves of Pak Ou which are crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various sizes. We continue our trip to Luang Prabang. This former royal capital with its gleaming temple roofs, fading colonial architecture and stunning mountain backdrop retains a unique charm rarely found in all Asia. There is little traffic on Luang Prabang roads and monks in orange robes scurry in all directions carrying umbrellas to shade themselves from the Sun. Over night in Luang Prabang

DAY 09:  LUANGPRABANG - CITY TOUR (B, L, D)

Today, visit The National Museum at the former Royal Palace, which displays a lovely collection of the artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture dating from the days of the early kings right through the last sovereign. We enjoy a short-guided tour seeing the city's oldest temple of Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, which represent the classical architecture of Luang Prabang temple. we visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine of Wat Aham , Wat Mai , we then climb up to the top of Phousi Mount for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a beautiful sunset view of the city and the Mekong River. From there, we explore Street Night Bazaar, where you can find the lovely collection and handmade textile by local and hill tribe people surrounding Luang Prabang.

DAY 10:  LUANGPRABANG - XIENG LOM - ELEPHANT RIDING (B, L, D)

We take a trip by road to outskirts of Luangprabang 15 Km to Ban Xienglom an elephant riding 1 hrs and half along the way you’re seeing the scenery on the Namkhan River and return back to Luangprabang on the way to Tad se waterfall the natural and green view around. Return to the city by late evening, for observing the sunset at Wat Siphouthabath. Overnight in Luang Prabang

DAY 11:  LUANGPRABANG - DEAPARTURE (B)

This morning you may want to wake up early and participate in the daily early morning ritual of saffron-clad monks with their black Alms-giving bowls being given offerings from the local people, including the ubiquitous sticky rice. Breakfast at hotel and spend the time at leisure until your flight departure.

End of service/ Meals: B: breakfast/ L: lunch/ D: dinner

   HOTEL USE ABOVE PRICE

Outside city: We use local Guesthouse. Clean and safety  

Tour Included

-          Accommodation + Daily Breakfast

-          Private mini Van or Bus

-          English Speaking guide

-          Sightseeing and entrance fee at all mentioned sites

-           NTA & GOV tax tour

-          Water 1Bottle/person/day

-          Meal Lunch, Dinner

Tour Excludes:

-          International air ticket to Vientiane

-          Visa on arrival 30 USD /Person

-          Telephone, drinks , and other expending

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