Luang Prabang, Laos

Highlights Include:

Seeing the artisans & their skills at the markets at the Ock Pop Tok Living Crafts Center
Rising at dawn to witness the parade of monks receiving their daily alms
Viewing thousands of Buddha images at the Pak Ou caves
A perfect add-on to your Southeast Asia itinerary

Tour Details

From: Please inquire | Single supplement on request

4 days

Departures: Daily, All Year

UNESCO recognized Luang Prabang in north central Laos as a World Heritage Site in 1995. The heart of Luang Prabang sits on a tiny peninsula where the Nam Khan and Mekong Rivers join. Within the town, you find the blend of ancient Lao art and architecture with the French colonial influences of the 19th and 20th centuries. Dozens of temples and monasteries, ranging from quaint to grand, dot the town, giving homes and education to hundreds of saffron-robed Buddhist monks who walk the tree-lined streets at dawn receiving alms from the townspeople.

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Itinerary

This is a sample semi-independent itinerary. Travel will be independent with guided tours and activities along the way. Our Destination Specialists will work with you to create an itinerary to meet your preferences.

Day 1Arrive Luang Prabang, Laos

Meet your guide upon arrival and transfer to your hotel. This evening, you can enjoy an optional welcome Baci Ceremony at the local village. Overnight in Luang Prabang

Day 2Sightseeing Along the Mekong River | Meals: B

Meet your guide for a walking tour of this historic and charming World Heritage Town. Visit Wat Xieng Thong. This 500 year old temple is exquisite and is the best example of the classic Luang Prabang style. Explore side streets, along back alleys, and through temples to soak up the ambiance of this UNESCO World Heritage city and appreciate the hidden charms of Luang Prabang. Visit the National Museum which was the former Royal Palace. This afternoon, depart through Laos’ scenic countryside to Pak Ou Caves, a mystical pilgrimage site perched high above the Mekong River. A boat will ferry you across the river to reach Pak Ou caves where the figures of more than 3,000 Buddha images, some inlaid with semi-precious stones, remain undisturbed in this remote site. Return by boat to Luang Prabang, cruising along the Mekong River. Overnight in Luang Prabang

Day 3Explore Luang Prabang | Meals: B

Today is free to continue exploring the city on your own. There is a lot more to do around Luang Prabang. Visit the Elephant Village, go hiking and cycling, and visiting local villages. Overnight in Luang Prabang

Day 4Depart Luang Prabang, Laos | Meals: B

Depart Luang Prabang Airport back to the US – or continue your travels in Asia!

Included

Three nights’ accommodation
Transfers as indicated
Meals as indicated (B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner)
English-speaking local tour guides
Walking tour of Luang Prabang, Wat Xieng Thong, National Museum, and Royal Palace
Boat Ride to Pak Ou Caves