The Salavan Pottery Village, located in the nearby village of Ban Nong Bua, offers a captivating glimpse into the traditional …
6 Nights / 7 Days
Daily Tour
12 people
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Upon arrival at the Lao border checkpoint, you will be welcomed to Laos by a local guide and transferred to Luang Namtha. Along the way, we will make stops to visit hill tribe villages, including Ban Nam Chang Village, where we will meet the Lao Houay people, and Ban Poong, where the Tai Leu people reside and local whiskey (Lao Lao) made of sticky rice is produced.
Tonight, we will enjoy a welcome dinner at one of the fine restaurants in Luang Namtha. Overnight in Luang Namtha.
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Accommodation Options:
Phou Iu Bungalow - 3-star or similar
Pou Villa - 4-star or similar
Pou Villa - 4-star (local best)
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You`ll picked up at your hotel in Huay Xai or Border with Chiang Khong (Thailand)
After breakfast, we will begin our journey to Muong Sing with stops at several hill tribe villages, including Ekor (Aka) and Lan Taen. These tribes were originally from Sino-Tibetan descent. After lunch, we will explore the hill tribe way of life and visit Chieng Tung stupa, Ban Nam Ded Village, Ban Nam Mai Village of Yao people, and Pang Thong local checkpoint, located at the Laos-China border. We will return to Luang Namtha in the evening, and the remainder of the day will be yours to enjoy at your leisure. Overnight in Luang Namtha.
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Accommodation Options:
Phou Iu Bungalow - 3-star or similar
Pou Villa - 4-star or similar
Pou Villa - 4-star (local best)
After breakfast, we will catch an express train to Luang Prabang. Upon arrival, our staff will meet you and transfer you to your centrally located hotel. Luang Prabang is considered to be the best-preserved traditional city in Southeast Asia. Its tranquility, charm, splendid natural scenery and cultural sights make it one of the most delightful places to visit in Laos. After a short rest, we'll visit The National Museum, which is housed in the former Royal Palace and displays a lovely collection of artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture throughout the ages. Next, we'll visit Wat Mai and then climb up to the top of Mount Phousi to explore the sacred, gilded stupa and capture a beautiful view of the city and the Mekong River at sunset. After that, we'll visit the Night Market, where you can browse through a lovely selection of handmade textiles. Later in the evening, we'll enjoy dinner at one of the fine restaurants in the city. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
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Accommodation Options:
Villa Chitdara Hotel - 3-star or similar
Le Belair Resort - 4-star or similar
Villa maly Hotel - 5-star or similar
Today, we will enjoy a short guided tour of the city's oldest temple, Wat Sene, and the magnificent Wat Xieng Thong, where you can see the impressive “tree of life” mosaic set in colored glass. Afterward, we will board an upstream cruise on the Mekong River, which will give us a panoramic view of the tranquil countryside. We will make sure to stop at the Pak Ou Caves, which are sanctuaries consisting of two large caverns, both repositories for thousands of Buddha images. During the day, we will also visit a few villages, including Ban Muangkeo, where the local rice wine is produced.
In the afternoon, we will head out of town 30km to the beautiful Kuang Si Falls. En route, we will stop to visit some ethnic minority villages and see how these colorful people live. Once we arrive at Kuang Si Falls, you can swim in the turquoise pools or walk along forest paths. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
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Accommodation Options:
Villa Chitdara Hotel - 3-star or similar
Le Belair Resort - 4-star or similar
Villa maly Hotel - 5-star or similar
After breakfast, we will catch an express train to Vang Vieng, a small and tranquil town located on a bend of the Nam Song River. Once we arrive, we will check into our hotel and begin exploring the famous Tham Jang caves. These caves were once used by locals as a hideout from Chinese invaders. The day ends with a superb sunset panorama reflecting over the Nam Song River. Overnight in Vang Vieng.
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Accommodation Options:
Vansana Vang Vieng Hotel - 3-star or similar
Inthira Vang Vieng Hotel - 4-star or similar
Amari Vang Vieng Hotel - 5-star or similar
After breakfast, we take a drive through paddy fields to the Tham Phoukham caves, the country’s beautiful and famous limestone caverns surrounded by forest. Along the way, you will meet local villagers and learn about their daily lifestyle. There is a small natural pool in front of the caves where you can swim and refresh yourself from the heat. After spending the day at the caves and the surrounding area, we return to Vang Vieng and catch the train to Vientiane. On arrival in the capital, you will be met by our staff and transferred to your hotel. Vientiane is a charming and fascinating place with an interesting mix of Lao, Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese, French, and American influences. After a short rest, a walking tour is a pleasant way to spend the day, strolling around some of the city’s most historical sites and seeing some of the French colonial architecture. We’ll watch the sunset by the Mekong Riverside and continue to explore until late evening. Overnight in Vientiane.
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Accommodation Options:
Orchid Laos Hotel - 3-star or similar
Green Park Hotel - 4-star or similar
Crown Plaza - 5-star or similar
After enjoying breakfast, we will depart for a visit to the Buddha Park, which is situated near the Friendship Bridge. This park houses around 200 religious images, including Hindu and Buddhist sculptures that are beautifully scattered around the area. The intricate designs and captivating artistry are sure to leave you spellbound.
Afterward, we will visit the Morning Market and the weaving village of Ban Nong Bouathong, where you can see locals producing traditional textiles using age-old techniques. If time permits, you can take some time to explore and purchase some souvenirs to bring back home.
Afterward, the tour will come to an end with your transfer to the airport for your departure flight. It was great having you on this trip, and we hope to see you again soon on another adventure with Legend Travel Group.
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