Laos Uncovered - Overland Trip

1 ½ weeks: Vientiane to Luang Prabang (KU-ASL2)

Laos, a country of majestic beauty, spectacular scenery and stunning landscapes, where the meandering Mekong winds its way south towards the Delta. Step into the tranquility of a world dominated by Buddhism as we journey through Laos on this unforgettable trip. From the capital Vientiane, with its wide boulevards and setting on the banks of the Mekong, we fly to Pakse, and from there explore the islands of Si pan don, where we hope to spot the freshwater dolphins that reside there. We visit Vang Vieng, before spending time in and around the World Heritage city, and former royal capital, Luang Prabang, set in the northern mountains. Here the monks in their saffron robes carrying black umbrellas to shade themselves are a familiar sight, and it is here that you can witness the early morning alms ritual. A tour of Laos would not be complete without taking a slow boat along the Mekong, where we encounter some of the many minority tribes living in the fertile valleys, and visit the famous Pak Ou Caves. Laos is a land of natural beauty and many surprises.

Tour Type: Small Group Tour

Countries Visited: Laos

Age Guide: 18-55

Maximum Group Size: 16

Highlights

Laos

Vientiane, Wat Sisaket , Wat Prakeo , That Luang Stupa , Wat Phou Temple , Don Khong Island , Si Pan Don Boat Tour , Khone Phapheng Falls , Li Phi Falls , Freshwater Dolphins , Vang Vieng, Luang Prabang World Heritage City, Alms Bowl Ritual , Morning Procession by Monks in Luang Prabang , Wat Xieng Thong , Golden City Monastery , Wats Mai, Vixoun & That Luang , Sunset from Phousi Holy Hill , Slow Boat Mekong River , Pac Ou Caves , Ban Xang Hai Village, Ban Phanom Village , Ban Xang Khong Village , Palace Museum , Kuang Si Waterfalls, Ban Xom & Ban Thapan Villages , Luang Prabang Markets

Kitty Notes

What is included?

10 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches

All Activities and Entrance Fees as per Itinerary

Kumuka Tour Leader and/or Local Guide

Domestic Flights within Laos

Mekong River Boat Cruise

Pak Ou Caves

Itineraries (Vientiane - Luang Prabang)

Day 1

Join Vientiane

Day 2

Vientiane. City Tour – Wat Sisaket, Wat Prakeo, That Luang Stupa, Arch of Triumph

Day 3

Fly Pakse, Ferry to Champasak - Wat Phou Temple. Drive to Don Khong Island

Day 4

Boat Trip – Si Pan Don, Khone Phabheng & Li Phi Falls, Freshwater Dolphin Spotting. Drive Pakse

Day 5

Fly Vientiane, Drive to Vang Vieng

Day 6

Vang Vieng - Optional Kayaking, Inner Tubing, Caving

Day 7

Drive Luang Prabang World Heritage City

Day 8

Luang Prabang – Alms Bowl Ritual, City Tour – Wat Xieng Thong, Golden City Monastery, Wats Mai, Vixoun, That Luang. Sunset from Phousi Holy Hill

Day 9

Luang Prabang – Palace Museum, Kuang Si Waterfalls, Ban Xom & Ban Thapan Villages

Day 10

Luang Prabang - Pac Ou Caves by Slow Boat, Ban Xang Hai, Ban Phanom & Ban Xang Khong Village Visits

Day 11

Luang Prabang – Tour ends after Breakfast

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Departures

Reference	Departure		Arrival		Price GBP	Kitty	Notes
KU-27052	09 Feb 09	Vientiane	19 Feb 09	Luang Prabang	£765	0
KU-27053	16 Mar 09	Vientiane	26 Mar 09	Luang Prabang	£765	0
KU-27054	20 Apr 09	Vientiane	30 Apr 09	Luang Prabang	£765	0
KU-27055	25 May 09	Vientiane	04 Jun 09	Luang Prabang	£765	0
KU-27056	29 Jun 09	Vientiane	09 Jul 09	Luang Prabang	£765	0
KU-27057	03 Aug 09	Vientiane	13 Aug 09	Luang Prabang	£765	0
KU-27058	07 Sep 09	Vientiane	17 Sep 09	Luang Prabang	£765	0
KU-27059	12 Oct 09	Vientiane	22 Oct 09	Luang Prabang	£765	0
KU-27060	16 Nov 09	Vientiane	26 Nov 09	Luang Prabang	£765	0
KU-27061	21 Dec 09	Vientiane	31 Dec 09	Luang Prabang	£765	0
KU-27062	25 Jan 10	Vientiane	04 Feb 10	Luang Prabang	£765	0
KU-27063	01 Mar 10	Vientiane	11 Mar 10	Luang Prabang	£765	0
KU-27064	05 Apr 10	Vientiane	15 Apr 10	Luang Prabang	£765	0
KU-27065	10 May 10	Vientiane	20 May 10	Luang Prabang	£765	0
KU-27066	14 Jun 10	Vientiane	24 Jun 10	Luang Prabang	£765	0