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7
Days Laos Exclusive


Buddha Park, Vientiane


Between Pakbeng and the Thai border

 
From Vientiane to the Thai Border

Day 01: Vientiane
Welcome to Vientiane: The smallest capital in the world seems to wake up from its "Hundred Years' Sleep"... Its "Arch of Triumph", temples, busy local shops, colorful little art galleries which flank some of the main streets give the capital an exotic mix of "East meets West".

Day 02 and Day 03: Vientiane - Xieng Khouang (Plain of Jars)

Fly to the mystical Plain of Jars - a man-made mystery! No One can fully explain why several hundred stone jars varying in size from 500 kilograms to five tons are scattered across this high, remote plain. there is a disagreement on everything from their age to their uses. They are up to 2,000 years old and their suggested uses include rice canister and burial sarcophagi!

Day 4 and Day 5: Luang Prabang

You'll have an app. 7 hours drive to Luang Prabang. Nestled on the banks of the Mekong River and surrounded by mountains, Luang Prabang is one of Asia's most beautiful and enchanting cities. Take in the special feel of this unique town by wandering around the decaying temples and French colonial villas and get a deep sense of the country's proud history. You won't regret your stay and the several excursions awaiting you!

Day 06: Luang Prabang - Pak Ou Cave - Pakbeng

Sailing upstream on the busy Mekong, visiting Pak Ou cave housing beautiful Buddha images, passing Ethnic minority villages along the untamable river will bring you back to far-away times!

Day 07: Pakbeng - Lao/Thai Border - Chiang Rai
Another enjoyable boat ride will bring you back to Thailand, where you are back in the 21st century! You drive on a good road to Chiang Rai for your onward flight to Bangkok - or why not book a night in a relaxing resort?? Or continue to Myanmar?
?

 
PRICES IN US$ PER PERSON
VALID FROM OCTOBER 01, 2008 - APRIL 30, 2009
(except for peak season)
Price incl: English, German, Italian, Spanish, French or Russian Speaking Tour Guide
Category/
No. of person
English (local) English (t/o) French Spanish German/
Russian
Italian
Based on Deluxe Hotels
1 person 2948 3023 3171 3344 3257 3602
2 person 1634 1672 1746 1832 1789 1961
3-5 person 1343 1368 1418 1475 1446 1561
Sgl. Supp. 579 579 579 579 579 579
Based on First Class Hotels
1 person 2561 2636 2784 2956 2870 3124
2 person 1449 1487 1560 1646 1603 1776
3-5 person 1157 1182 1232 1289 1260 1375
Sgl. Supp. 393 393 393 393 393 393


HOTELS 
City Deluxe First Class
Vientiane Settha Palace (Deluxe) Novotel (Superior)
Xieng Khouang Vasana (Suite Room) Vansana (Standard) 
Luang Prabang La Residence d' Phou Vao
(Deluxe Mountain View)
Souvannaphoum
(Deluxe Garden Wing)
Pakbeng Pakbeng Lodge (Standard Room) Pakbeng Lodge (Standard Room)



From Vientiane to Luang Prabang

Day 01: Vientiane/Arrival
"Sawadeeeee" - your guide will greet you upon arrival in Vientiane, a city where east meets west! At the left bank of the Mekong River there is the largest city of Laos and the smallest capital in the world. Graced by the "Arch of Triumph", you will visit its superb markets, outstanding monuments, and numerous temples such as Wat Phra Keo which contains the three Pitaka, the most sacred books of the Buddhist religion. Hundreds of Buddhas made of bronze line the floor and colorful angels and flowers are carved into the pillars, walls, and the ceiling. Visit the temple of Wat Si Muang, home of the garden spirit of  the Vientiane and the near by Tat Luang Stupa. Enjoy the very special atmosphere at the elegant French colonial style mansion and weaving studio of American expatriate weaver and 'designer' Ms. Carol Cassidy. Overnight in Vientiane.

Day 02: Vientiane - Xieng Khouang (Plain of Jars)
After breakfast, if time permits, visit to the bustling morning market which is the biggest shopping center in Vientiane. Transfer to Wattay airport for departure Xieng Khouang, situated on high plateau of grasses and scrubby trees, this area is doted with more than hundred large stone. Legend has it that these stone jars were cups used by a race of Kha giants to drink alcohol. Apart from the site of the "Plain of Jars" Xieng Khouang province was one of the most heavily bombed areas of Laos in the American air-war which began in 1964 and lasted for nine years. On arrival take a brief city tour around the town before check- in. Overnight in Xieng Khouang.

Day 03: Xieng Khouang - Plain of Jars
This morning drive (10 km) to Phonesavan, Xieng Khouang Province in northeastern Laos, to visit Plain of Jars which dates back at least 2000 years ago. Continue to visit plain of jar (Site2) 'Hai Hin Phu Salato'. En-route visits the Hmong village of Ban Na Sala where you can learn about their housing, living and working condition which is completely different from others. In the afternoon drive to Maung Khoung, the old capital of Xiengkhoung which was heavily damaged during the war, there you can see some former French settlement and hospital as well as the damage famous temple of Wat Phia Wat. Overnight in Xieng Khoung.

Day 04: Xieng Khouang (Plain of Jars) - Luang Prabang
After breakfast take a long trip by road 8 and which will last 9 hours till you arrive. Enjoy a most scenic drive to this remote area. Tucked away in a long narrow valley, the steep road winds through a brilliant evergreen pine-forest passing see the scenic view to Luang Prabang which is the ancient first capital of Lane Xang Kingdom and a World Cultural Heritage city. Late afternoon arrive in Luang and check-in at hotel.

Day 05: Luang Prabang - Pak Ou Cave
After breakfast visit Wat Xiengthong, the 16th century temple which more than any temple in Luang Prabang, epitomizes all the elegance and grace of Luan Prabang's architecture. Enjoy a boat ride (a few hours) upstream on the Mekong River. Watch slender canoes bobbing by the shore, floating poles marking the location of nets and fish traps, children playing on the sand beach, women washing laundry or taking showers. Visit Pak Ou cave situated in the side of a lime stone cliff and opposite of the mount of Mekong and Ou rivers. Two large caves are home for one thousand Buddhas which are allegedly more than 300 years old. It is believed by the locals that many good-natured spirits reside in these caves. Climb some more steps up to visit a small royal cave Wat nearby you will see Lao typical villages a screen of foliage, slender canoes bobbing by the shore, bamboo poles and floats that mark the location of nets and fish traps. Stop at Ban Muang kao, well-known for the famous Lao welcome cocktail 'lao-khao'. Watch the rice alcohol-processing plant and learn the step-by-step traditional process. Arrive back to Luang Prabang in late afternoon continue by road to the villages of Ban Xang Khong, a well known villages for their jute paper production, silk weaving and natural dying. Learn the step-by-step processing techniques used to manufacture these products which have been used since ancient times. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 06: Luang Prabang - Kuangsi Waterfall
After breakfast drive to Kuangsi Waterfall (30 km) south of Lauparaban which is not very high but its spectacular and green surrounding makes it a preserve National Park. En- route visit Ban Na Oune, a small village of the hill tribe called "Hmong". They are the best known minority group in Laos. Conitue to visit Ban Tha Pane village and see the minority of Khmu tribe. Relax at the shady park near by Kuangsi water fall. Return to Laung Prabang. You will have enough time to walk up the 329 steps of Mt. Phousy to enjoy the view of the over the Mekong. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 07: Luang Prabang - Departure
After breakfast visit the exquisite Royal Palace Museum.Built in 1904, during the French colonial era for King Sisavang Vong and his family. Architecturally it combines a blend of traditional Lao motifs and the French Beaux-Art styles. This museum houses a wonderful collection of objects of art, costumes from the Royal Theater, jewelry and other interesting treasures belonging to former kings. The rest of the day if free. Transfer to Luang Prabang airport for departure to your next destination.

 
PRICES IN US$ PER PERSON
VALID FROM OCTOBER 01, 2008 - APRIL 30, 2009
(except for peak season)
Price incl: English, German, Italian, Spanish, French or Russian Speaking Tour Guide
Category/
No. of person
English (local) English (t/o) French Spanish German/
Russian
Italian
Based on Deluxe Hotels
1 person 2524 2599 2716 2848 2764 3088
2 person 1436 1474 1532 1598 1556 1718
3-5 person 1243 1268 1307 1351 1323 1431
Sgl. Supp. 669 669 669 669 669 669
Based on First Class Hotels
1 person 2066 2141 2258 2414 2306 2630
2 person 1201 1239 1297 1375 1321 1483
3-5 person 1008 1033 1072 1124 1088 1196
Sgl. Supp. 440 440 440 440 440 440


HOTELS 
City Deluxe First Class
Vientiane Settha Palace (Deluxe) Novotel (Superior)
Xieng Khouang Vasana (Suite Room) Vansana (Standard) 
Luang Prabang La Residence d' Phou Vao
(Deluxe Mountain View)
Souvannaphoum
(Deluxe Garden Wing)

Service:
Bed & breakfast with lunch as indicated, English speaking local station guides for all transfers and sightseeing, air-con minibus for all transfers and sightseeing, entrance fees

Not included:

Supplements over Christmas and New Year and also during the Lao Buddhist New Year, other services not mentioned in our itinerary, any meals not mentioned, international flight tickets to/from Laos, visa fees (US$ 30.-), international airport tax, private expenses, tips, beverages, domestic flight VTE-PLAIN OF JARRES US$ 66.-.


The Hotels:

The Novotel Vientiane offers the discerning traveller international standard accommodation in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

Novotel is the leading hotel in Laos and offers a full range of services and facilities. The hotel is only minutes from Wattay International Airport and the downtown area.




The Settha Palace
Built at the turn of the century, the Settha Palace Hotel in Laos is now restored to its former charm. The French colonial architecture, period furniture, landscaped gardens complemented by modern facilities are some of the features of this historical landmark in the heart of Vientiane.

It is located right in the city centre, within walking distance of the commercial district, shops, restaurants and tourist attractions. Thirty luxurious guestrooms and suites with modem connection, marble bathrooms, and good lighting will await you!



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