Day 1: Arrive Vientiane

Arrive at Wattay Airport and transfer to your hotel. Visit the city’s major historic sites and landmarks including Wat Sisaket with its thousands of miniature Buddha statues, Wat Prakeo (the enshrined Emerald Buddha now in Bangkok), Wat Simuang, That Luang, the Patousai Monument, and the central market.

Overnight in Vientiane

Day 2: Vientiane – Luang Prabang

We catch the morning flight to Luang Prabang — a UNESCO heritage site. In the afternoon, visit the oldest reserved temples of Wat Xieng Thong, Wat Sen, and Wat Visun, which feature the architectural style of Laotian Buddhism. Enjoy the beautiful views of the sunset on Mekong River from the top of Mount Phousi.

Overnight in Luang Prabang

Day 3: Tour of Luang Prabang/ Mekong River Cruise

The morning cruise upstream the Mekong River offers us a panoramic view of the tranquil countryside of Luang Prabang. We will visit the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, housing thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims; the local villages of Ban Xiengmene, a traditional pottery kiln village; and the royal temple at Wat Longkhoun.

The afternoon city tour includes the oldest temple of Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, which represents classical Laotian architecture; the National Museum (closed Tuesdays) at the former Royal Palace, whose exhibits represent the Laotian monarchy’s history and culture. The evening we explore the Night Bazzar, where you can find a lovely ion of handmade textiles made by the hill tribes and local people surrounding Luang Prabang.

Overnight in Luang Prabang

Day 4: Elephant ride for jungle exploration

After a short drive, we arrive at the Adventure and Elephant ecological camp located 15 km out of town in the middle of unspoilt, natural green surroundings. The adventure elephant ride leads us through the teak forests, plantations and fields. This provides you with a breathtaking and unique experience of exploring the dense tropical jungles, Nam Khan River and the waterfalls of Tad Sae. (In dry season we ride a village trail). Picnic lunch is served at the waterfall before return back to Luang Prabang city by afternoon. Balance of the day is for your own activities.

Overnight in Luang Prabang

Day 5: Departure

Transfer to Wattay Airport for onward departure.

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