A
delightful full day guided tour of the highlights of this
charming UNESCO World Heritage listed town and former royal
capital. Your day begins at Vat Vixoun, the oldest operating
temple in the town, before discovering the similarly ornate
and colourful Vat Aham and Vat Mai Vat. Your morning ends
at Vat Xiengthong, the most beautiful temple in Luang Prabang,
often revered for its low sweeping roofs and exquisite mosaics.
Following lunch continue to the former Royal Palace. Built
as recently as 1904 in a Franco-Laos design, today it houses
a vast collection of religious and royal artefacts. Stop by
the lively H’mong market then ascend the many steps
of Mount Phousi to the stupa of That Chomsi and admire the
breathtaking views of Luang Prabang and beyond before returning
to your hotel.
A half day tour is available, visiting Vat Xiengthong, Vat
May, Mount Phousi and the former Royal Palace. £30 per
person.
from
£88 per person
KUANG
SI WATERFALLS
Private
Full Day Tour
with Lunch
Enjoy
a full day excursion by car to the stunning waterfalls of
Kuang Si, stopping en route to experience life among the H’mong
hilltribe. Surrounded by lush plantations and wholly enclosed
by a canopied forest, the natural Kuang Si waterfalls cascade
down tier after tier into turquoise coloured pools. Enjoy
a swim then relax with a picnic lunch. Upon your return, a
short visit to a traditional weaving village is included.
from
£70 per person
PAK
OU CAVES
Private
Full Day Tour
with Lunch
Embark
on a traditional boat ride along the Mekong River, stopping
en route to visit a traditional weaving and rice wine distillation
operation in a local village. Following lunch at a local restaurant
in Pak Ou, continue to the Than Ting and Tham Phoum caves
to witness the Buddha statues contained within. Upon your
return to Luang Prabang, stop by the village of Ban Xieng
Mene to visit the beautiful mural paintings that adorn the
Vat Long Khoune.
from
£69 per person
CREATIVE
COOKING CLASS
Private
Full Day Tour
with Lunch
Learn
more about the traditions of Laos in a wonderful cooking class,
hosted by one of the best chefs in Luang Prabang or Vientiane.
Your inspired day begins with a tuk-tuk ride to the local
market with your English-speaking chef. There he will guide
you on how to select only the finest and freshest ingredients
for your dish. Return to the restaurant where under the expert
guidance of your chef, you create a delicious masterpiece
of Laotian cuisine. Enjoy your meal, with drinks included,
before returning to your hotel.
from
£49 per person
Excursions
from Vientiane
VIENTIANE
CITY TOUR
Private
Full Day Tour
with Lunch
The
day begins with a visit to the impressive Vat Sisaket, the
oldest temple in Vientiane, admire the recently restored priceless
mural paintings. Continue on to the most revered shrine in
Laos, That Luang. Prior to lunch a short stop is included
at the landmark Patouxay, Vientiane's own Arc de Triumphe.
After lunch set off to the Lao Textile Museum. Three traditional
Laotian houses are set in a lush garden and house a fine private
collection of Lao artefacts and textiles. Conclude the day
with a visit to the Stupa of That Dam, followed by a walk
to Nam Phou. Late afternoon explore the streets in and around
the Mekong before returning to your hotel.
from
£69 per person
CREATIVE
COOKING CLASS
Private
Full Day Tour
with Lunch
Learn
more about the traditions of Laos in a wonderful cooking class,
hosted by one of the best chefs in Luang Prabang or Vientiane.
Your inspired day begins with a tuk-tuk ride to the local
market with your English-speaking chef. There he will guide
you on how to select only the finest and freshest ingredients
for your dish. Return to the restaurant where under the expert
guidance of your chef, you create a delicious masterpiece
of Laotian cuisine. Enjoy your meal, with drinks included,
before returning to your hotel.
from
£49 per person
NB
All tours are based on two adults. Private excursions for single
travellers are available on request.
Holiday
Extensions in Laos
Lao
Spirit 1 night excursion
The
Lao Spirit Resort is situated in an area of beautiful
jungle close to Luang Prabang. This small, comfortable
resort is the ideal base for a number of soft adventure
activities.
EXCURSION
PRICES 2010
1 night from £129 including transfers
& accommodation
per person based on two sharing
Add to selected Laos holidays
Nam
Ou Excursion 1 night
In
the mountainous area north of Luang Prabang the Nam Ou
is one of the most important rivers in Laos, its banks
are home to many small villages and many caves can be
found in the mountains.
EXCURSION
PRICES 2010
1
night from £225 including transfers
& accommodation
per person based on two sharing
Add to selected Laos holidays
Vang
Vieng excursion 2 nights Vientiane
to Luang Prabang
The
overland passage from Vientiane to Luang Prabang is best
undertaken with a break in rural Vang Vieng.
EXCURSION
PRICES 2010
2 night from £399 including transfers
& accommodation
per person based on two sharing
Add to selected Laos holidays
Hilltribes
of Northern Laos excursion 3 nights
This
fascinating three night trip takes you through the spectacular
countryside north of Luang Prabang to visit and learn
about the H’mong, Khmu and Lanten minorities.
EXCURSION
PRICES 2010
3
nights from £399 including transfers
& accommodation
per person based on two sharing
Add to selected Laos holidays
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