*This programme below is operated by Traditional boat. (It can also be operated by Luangxai boat or Luangprabang boat with extra charge.

DAY 1 : HOUIXAI –PAK BENG (L,D)
Crossing the border from Chiangkhong(Thailand) to Houixai (Laos) we meet our guide and then embark on a traditional boat to the fishing village of Pak Beng,located halfway between Houixai and Luang Prabang.At this idyllic place in Laos you will witness the culture and lifestyle of the locals,many of which are fishermen.We have lunch on the boat and along the river we will also visit tribal villages including the Hmong Village of Ban Houei Lam Pen and the Thai Lu Village of Ban Pak Lung.We arrive in Pak Beng in time for the magnificent sunset,where we will have dinner and stay overnight.

DAY 2 : PAK BENG – LUANG PRABANG (B,L)
Breakfast then an optional early morning stroll around Pak Beng’s colourful Market,here you can see all the local produce including dried buffalo skin,frogs on sticks,pigs face and buffalo hooves.You may like to purchase a few Lao sweets,such as coconut jelly,fried banana’s or sweet donuts before boarding our cruise onward to Luang Prabang.On the way we will visit Pak Ou Caves,crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues.We have lunch on board before we make a stop at the village of Ban Xang Hai (the jar-maker village) which was the traditional industry of the village in the past.These days the villagers source the jars from elsewhere and fill them with Lao Lao(rice whiskey) that they brew here.(You can sample this fire water if you like) before arriving at Luang Prabang and transferred to your hotel. Stay overnight.

DAY 3 : LUANG PRABANG (B)
Today is a full day of sightseeing Luang Prabang and its temples,including the magnificent Wat Xieng Thong,as well as being the oldest temple in Luang Prabang its also one of the most beautiful.Its ordination hall was constructed in 1560 under the reign of King Setthathirath.The sweeping roofs of the ordination hall define the typical Luang Prabang architectural style.We’ll visit the impressive Stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine of Wat Mai. We take a short drive to Ban Phanom.Here we can watch the local village women hand weaving in traditional style.Then its back to climb to the top of Phousi hill for sweeping sunset views of the city and surrounding hills.We will also see the sacred Guilded Stupa and a breathtaking view of the Mekong River. Before returning to our hotel. Overnight Luang Prabang

DAY 4 : LUANG PRABANG – VIENTIANE (B)
Optional: “early morning walk offering alms to the monks along the street” We visit the market before transferring to the airport for our flight to Vientiane.Upon arrival you are met and transferred to our centrally located hotel.After a short rest we start visiting the major sights of the capital,including the oldest temple, Wat Sisaket.The temple was built in 1818 and houses thousands of buddha statues and the museum Ho Prakeo,the former royal temple which previously was home to the famous Emerald Buddha which now resides in Bangkok.We than proceed to That Luang.The large golden Buddhist Stupa is the most famous land mark in Vientiane.It was constructed in 1566 by King Sattatirat and restored in 1935.It is generally regarded as the most important national monument in Laos and a national symbol.Afterwards we head off to the imposing Patouxai.Its commanding presence at the end of Lane Xang Avenue may make visitors think of the Arc de Triumph of Paris.This massive concrete structure was built as a war memorial in the late 1950s.From the top on a clear day youll get a commanding view of the city. Overnight stay in Vientiane.

DAY 5 : VIENTIANE – DEPARTURE (B)
After breakfast,free leisure time before transfer to Wattay Airport for your departure.

MAJESTIC LUANG PRABANG
Duration : 4 Days / 3 Nights
Destination : Luang Prabang - Vientiane

DAY 1 : Arrival - Luang Prabang
On arrival at the airport ,you are met and transferred to your hotel.Luang Prabang is perhaps the best preserved traditional city in South East Asia.The tranquilty and charm of this town with its splendid natural scenery and cultural sights make it one of the most delightful places to visit in Laos.After a short rest ,we visit the impressive Stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine of Wat Mai.We then climb to the top of Phousi hill for sweeping sunset views of the city and surrounding hills.We will also see the sacred Guilded Stupa and a breathtaking view of the Mekong River. Overnight Luang Prabang.

DAY 2 : LUANG PRABANG - PAK OU - LUANG PRABANG (B)
After breakfast we enjoy a short guided tour of the magnificent Wat Xieng Thong,as well as being the oldest temple in Luang Prabang its also one of the most beautiful.Its ordination hall was constructed in 1560 under the reign of King Setthathirath.The sweeping roofs of the ordination hall define the typical Luang Prabang architectural style.We then board a cruise upstream on the Mekong River which gives us a beautiful view of the tranquil countryside.We¡¦ll also visit the magnificent Pak Ou Caves,crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues.Along the way we stop at the village of Ban Xang Hai (the jar-maker village) which was the traditional industry of the village in the past.These days the villagers source the jars from elsewhere and fill them with Lao Lao(rice whiskey) that they brew here.You can sample this fire water if you like ! On return,we take a short drive to Ban Phanom.Here we can watch the local village women hand weaving in traditional style.Then its back for an overnight stay in Luang Prabang.

DAY 3 : LUANG PRABANG - VIENTIANE (B)
After breakfast we will the National Museum at the former Royal Palace,which displays a lovely collection of artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture dating from the early kings right through to the last sovereign,and then we¡¦ll go to the Central Market to peruse the many different stalls. We then proceed to the airport for our flight to Vientiane . Upon arrival we set off to see the major sights of the capital,including the oldest temple- Wat Sisaket.The temple was built in 1818 and houses thousands of buddha statues and the museum Ho Prakeo,the former royal temple which previously was home to the famous Emerald Buddha which now resides in Bangkok.We than proceed to That Luang.The large golden Buddhist Stupa is the most famous land mark in Vientiane.It was constructed in 1566 by King Sattatirat and restored in 1935.It is generally regarded as the most important national monument in Laos and a national symbol.Afterwards we head off to the imposing Patouxai.Its commanding presence at the end of Lane Xang Avenue may make visitors think of the Arc de Triumph of Paris.This massive concrete structure was built as a war memorial in the late 1950s.From the top on a clear day youll get a commanding view of the city. Overnight stay in Vientiane

DAY 4 : VIENTIANE - DEPARTURE (B)
After breakfast you will have some free time until your transfer to Wattay Airport for your departure.

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