This 9-day Laos journey offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion, natural beauty, and historical exploration. Starting in the capital city of Vientiane, you’ll experience iconic landmarks such as Pha That Luang and the Patuxai Monument before traveling to the picturesque town of Vang Vieng, famed for its limestone karst landscapes and enchanting caves like Tham Phu Kham. The adventure continues to Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll explore stunning temples, vibrant markets, and the breathtaking Kuang Si Waterfalls. Along the way, you’ll witness unique traditions such as the Alms Giving Ceremony and visit remote villages renowned for their traditional crafts. This itinerary provides a rich and well-paced experience of Laos’s cultural heritage and natural wonders.
🏞️ Highlights:
Explore Vientiane’s iconic landmarks: Pha That Luang, Wat Si Saket, Patuxai Monument
Scenic drive and cave exploration in Vang Vieng, including Tham Phu Kham Cave
Discover Luang Prabang’s temples: Wat Xieng Thong, Wat Mai
Visit Kuang Si Waterfalls with swimming opportunities
Experience traditional Alms Giving Ceremony in Luang Prabang
Boat trip to Pak Ou Caves with thousands of Buddha statues
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Arrival in Vientiane – Check-in and Leisure
Vientiane
Upon arrival at Wattay International Airport in Vientiane, you will be warmly welcomed by your local guide and transferred to your hotel in the city. After check-in, take time to relax and acclimate to the new environment. In the evening, you may stroll along the Mekong River promenade or visit the vibrant night market for local snacks and crafts. Return to your hotel to unwind. Overnight stay in Vientiane.
Day 2 :
Vientiane City Tour – Cultural Exploration
Vientiane
Early in the morning, after breakfast, start your city tour by visiting Pha That Luang, Laos’s most important national monument. Continue to the serene Wat Si Saket, known for its thousands of Buddha statues, and then the historic Haw Phra Kaew Temple. Explore the Patuxai Victory Monument, often called the “Arc de Triomphe of Vientiane.” Spend the afternoon at leisure or visit local markets. Return to your hotel in the evening. Overnight stay in Vientiane.
Day 3 :
Vientiane to Vang Vieng – Scenic Drive, Tham Phu Kham Cave
Vang-Vieng
Early in the morning, after breakfast, check out from your hotel and embark on a scenic 3- to 4-hour drive to Vang Vieng, known for its stunning limestone karst landscapes. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and relax. In the afternoon, visit Tham Phu Kham Cave, a beautiful limestone cave with a turquoise blue lagoon nearby, ideal for swimming and exploring. Return to your hotel to rest for the evening. Overnight stay in Vang Vieng.
Day 4 :
Vang Vieng Adventure – Caves and Nature
Vang-Vieng
Early in the morning, enjoy breakfast at the hotel before a day of outdoor exploration. Visit famous sites like Tham Chang Cave, with panoramic views over the Nam Song River valley, and Blue Lagoon, a perfect spot for swimming and relaxing. Optionally, take a kayaking trip or hike through the limestone hills. Return to your hotel for a restful evening. Overnight stay in Vang Vieng.
Day 5 :
Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang – Transfer and Check-in
Luang-Prabang
Early in the morning, after breakfast, check out and take a scenic drive to Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved architecture and Buddhist temples. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. Spend your afternoon visiting the Royal Palace Museum and take a leisurely walk along the Mekong River. Return to your hotel to relax. Overnight stay in Luang Prabang.
Day 6 :
Luang Prabang Temples and Kuang Si Waterfalls
Luang-Prabang
Early in the morning, following breakfast, visit some of Luang Prabang’s stunning temples such as Wat Xieng Thong and Wat Mai. In the afternoon, take a trip to the beautiful Kuang Si Waterfalls, where you can swim in turquoise pools and enjoy nature trails. Return to Luang Prabang and your hotel for the night. Overnight stay in Luang Prabang.
Day 7 :
Alms Giving Ceremony and Pak Ou Caves
Luang-Prabang
Wake early to witness the traditional Alms Giving Ceremony, where monks collect food from locals and tourists alike. After breakfast, take a boat trip upriver on the Mekong to visit the Pak Ou Caves, famous for thousands of Buddha statues. Return to Luang Prabang in the afternoon, and spend your evening exploring the night market or relaxing at your hotel. Overnight stay in Luang Prabang.
Day 8 :
Luang Prabang Free Day or Optional Excursion to Traditional Textile Village
Luang-Prabang
Early in the morning, after breakfast, enjoy a free day to explore Luang Prabang at your leisure. For an enriching cultural experience, consider visiting the Ban Phanom Village, renowned for its traditional Lao silk weaving and textile production. Here you can observe artisans at work and purchase authentic handwoven fabrics. Alternatively, enjoy local cafes or relax at your hotel. Return to your hotel for the final overnight stay. Overnight stay in Luang Prabang.
Day 9 :
Departure from Luang Prabang
Luang-Prabang
Early in the morning, after breakfast, check out from your hotel. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have some time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing. You will then be transferred to Luang Prabang International Airport for your onward journey, concluding you’re enriching 9-day Laos adventure.
Kindly note that names of hotels mentioned in the proposed hotels only indicate that our rates have been based on the usage of these hotels, and it is not to be construed that accommodation is confirmed at these hotels until we convey such confirmation to you. We reserve the right to change the same due to availability issues with the hotel or unavoidable circumstances. In that case, we may provide alternative similar accommodation and shall pass on the difference of rates (supplement/reduction whatever applicable) to you.
Our offer is based on the usage of base category rooms at the mentioned hotels (unless specified otherwise). If this category of rooms is not available, we shall try to confirm accommodation in the next available higher category of rooms and shall advise supplementary cost involved while conveying the status.
🍽️ MEALS:
The menus are pre-set menus provided for breakfast/lunch/dinner on the tour as mentioned under each Tour itinerary and inclusions and exclusions as committed at the time of confirmation.
In standard/Budget category of hotels, the meals preferences are veg meals unless specified and in Deluxe/Super Deluxe and Luxury category of hotels/resort the meals are a mixture of veg and non-veg preferences.
Mostly buffet meals are served during the tour, but depending upon the less occupancy and group size Ala Carte meals may be served by the hotels. No claim can be made for the meal which guest has missed and not utilized.
📅 ITINERARY CHANGES:
For the comfort and convenience of guests, there could be some changes or amendments in the itinerary. We will try to advise you of these amendments prior to the start of the tour or on tour. In the event a guest misses any part of the sightseeing tour or any such tour due to delay on their part, they will not be entitled to claim a refund of the same.
The timings mentioned in the day schedule in the itinerary may vary depending upon the road conditions, particular destination visits en route, meals, climatic conditions, particular health conditions of the guests, and timings of sightseeing places and monuments.
🚌 TRANSPORT:
We normally use A/C Sedan such as Etios/Desire Innova/Crysta/Tempo Travellers/2X2 A/C Coaches for our tours depending upon the group size and preferences of the travel. The drivers of the vehicles are bound by specific rules like maximum driving hours within a day, rest period per day, etc. Clients will have to strictly adhere to the prescribed timetable for the day so that the driver can complete the travel. In case any of the sightseeing schedules are missed due to delays caused by the client, the same will not be refunded to the client under any circumstances.
Please note that AC will not work in Hills and no claims to this regard shall be entertained.
💳Payment Terms And Methods:
• Deposit of 35% of the package cost at the time of booking.
•Need 50% payment of the package cost, 30 days prior to departure date
•Need 100% payment of the package cost, 15 days prior to departure date
🔄Cancellation AndRefund Policy:
•25% of full tour cost - 60 days prior to arrival.
•50% of full tour cost - between 30 days prior to tour.
•75% of full tour cost - between 29 & 16 days prior to tour
•100% - within 15 days prior to tour.
•50% advance to be deposited at the time of booking confirmation.
•Balance 50% before 15 days from the Tour Starts.
•Check In / Check out time at all the properties would at 1200 hrs (Noon)
•All the above-mentioned rates are per person rates on twin sharing
•For Cancellation, please refer to our Terms and Conditions available at our booking office.
•Rooms holding shall be for a period of 72 hours only.
•The above rates are applicable strictly for resident Indian citizens only.
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