Routing:
Luang Prabang >> Pak Ou >> Khouangsy >> Luang Prabang
Experience the former capital of Laos and UNESCO World Heritage City, Luang Prabang, known for its unique blend of traditional Lao architecture and European colonial influence. Make day trips to the revered Pak Ou Caves as well as the picturesque Khouangsy Waterfall. Great for extending a trip from Northern Vietnam.
Trip Highlights
- Watch the sunset from the top of Phousi Hill
- Pick up local souvenirs from Hmong Market
- Take a traditional riverboat cruise up the Mekong River to the sacred Pak Ou Caves
- Find serenity at the picturesque Khouangsy Waterfall
- Visit Xang Hai Village, known for its unique sticky rice whiskey production
- Admire Luang Prabang's most iconic temple Vat Xieng Thong
Upon arrival in Luang Prabang Airport, transfer to your hotel for check-in (morning arrival recommended).
Luang Prabang is a UNESCO World Heritage city known for its unique blend of traditional Lao architecture and European colonial influence, and the former royal capital of Laos up until 1975.
*Note: Early check-in subject to hotel's availability at point of arrival.
In the afternoon, visit Vat Mai Temple, the residence of a Buddhist patriarch until 1975. Then, ascend Phousi Hill for an outstanding view of the former royal capital and the Mekong River.
Afterwards, proceed to Vat Phabaht Tai, a serene Buddhist temple located along the Mekong River and enjoy the sunset. Spend some time strolling through the H'Mong Market, a night market central for local artisans to sell their goods such as embroidery, handicrafts, jewelry and so on.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
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Breakfast in hotel and transfer to Nuwara Eliya, also known as 'Little England'. Once the favoured cool-climate escape for the English After breakfast, board a 2-hour traditional riverboat cruise up the Mekong River to Pak Ou. Upon arrival, explore the sacred caves of Tham Ting (lower cave) and Tham Phoum (upper cave), and is home to thousands of Buddha statues.
Along the way, visit Xang Hai Village, known for its sticky rice whiskey production, a homemade alcohol integral to Lao culture and used in important blessing ceremonies like weddings. Continue by road to Ban Xang Khong, another village nearby, also known as the 'Paper Village'. Here, one can catch a glimpse of how paper products are made from mulberry tree bark.
Return to hotel and overnight in Luang Prabang.
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Breakfast in hotel and set off on an excursion to the picturesque Khouangsy Falls. Admire the three-tier waterfall with its striking turquoise-blue pools, nestled in lush rainforest.
Afterwards, return to Luang Prabang and visit the National Museum (formerly the Royal Palace) and see its collection of personal artifacts of the Lao Royal Family. Finally, visit Vat Xieng Thong, regarded as the most beautiful temple in Luang Prabang with low sweeping roofs.
Return to hotel and overnight in Luang Prabang.
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Spend the morning free at leisure until time for check-out and transfer to Luang Prabang Airport for your onward flight.
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End of itinerary.
- Early check-in and late check-out is subject to hotel's availability.
- Itinerary sequence may be altered without prior notice in the event of weather disruption and/or other unforeseen circumstances.
- All prices indicated are valid at point of quotation, and are subject to change based on final travel dates, availability at point of booking, and any other add-ons or customisation to the base package.
- Air and train tickets (where applicable) are subject to availability at point of tour confirmation, which may result in adjustments to the original itinerary.
- Proposed accommodation options are subject to availability based on actual travel dates. In case of non-availability, an alternative accommodation at a similar or superior hotel will be secured. Rate adjustments (if any) will be communicated and applied accordingly.
- In case of any currency fluctuations or amendment in local government taxes / fuel hike, etc., tour fares may be revised accordingly.
- Upon acceptance of quotation, we will require a clear copy of each traveller's passport to lock in bookings.
- You are strongly advised to purchase travel insurance prior to travel.
- Please refer to the FAQs section for payment and cancellation terms.
Inclusions & Exclusions
What’s Covered
- 3 nights' accommodation on twin-sharing basis
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transportation in air-conditioned vehicle as indicated in itinerary
- All sightseeing entrance fees according to the programme
- Private boat cruise as indicated in itinerary
- English-speaking guide service
- Drinking water with towel
What’s Not Covered
- International airfare (Singapore <> Luang Prabang) and accompanying taxes & fees
- Single supplement applicable for each single room required
- Any other meals, activities, admission fees and other items not indicated in itinerary
- Tips or gratuities for guide(s) and driver(s)
- Visa fees and travel insurance (where required)
- Any personal and miscellaneous expenses
- Any other services not mentioned in the above inclusions
A: The best time to visit Luang Prabang is during the dry season, from November to March, when the weather is pleasantly cool and dry, with clear skies perfect for outdoor activities.
A. Absolutely! Feel free to let us know if you’d like to extend your trip to another city before/after the base itinerary, or if there’s any place or activity that you’d like to include or omit – customised tours are what we specialise in.
A: No, our land-tour package rates do not include flights, to also allow our customers to customise their trip based on choice of airline, travel dates and flight routing, etc.
A. All tour fares are quoted in Singapore Dollars (SGD).
A. Visa requirements vary across different nationalities and are constantly changing. You may refer to this third-party website for more information. Should you require a visa to travel to Laos, we highly recommend completing the visa application prior to departure.
A. Fill in and submit the form below with details on your trip request, as well as any questions or customisation requests you might have, such as rooming configurations, pre/post-extension to/from another city, etc. Our friendly team will send you a quotation via email within 3 working days from your submission of request.
A. Of course! Even if your desired travel dates fall outside of the validity period shown in the Tour Fare table, simply indicate your choice of departure date in the Departure Date field of the enquiry form, and we will provide you with a quotation based on your customised travel period.
A. >> 50% deposit to lock in booking upon acceptance of quotation.
>> Remaining tour fare upon confirmation of all trip arrangements.
A. >> Within 45 days prior to departure: Non-refundable
>> More than 45 days prior to departure: Total amount paid less non-refundable service fee of $80 per person less any amount that has already been paid to any supplier upon service confirmation.
