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LAS4: Deef to Laos Culture And Heritages 5 Days/4 Nights

Day 1: Arrival – Vientiane
On arrival in Vientiane Capital, you are met and transferred to our centrally located hotel. After a short rest, we start to visit the major sights of the capital; including the oldest Wat Sisaket with thousands of miniature Buddha statues and the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Image. On the way to the famous and sacred structure of That Luang Stupa, we stop to take some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument, which is well known as Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph, sunset by the Mekong Riverside and late evening. Overnight in Vientiane.

Day 2: Vientiane – Xieng Khouang – Phone Savanh (Flight) (B)
We board a short afternoon flight to Xiengkhouang, which was devastated by American bombing between 1964 and 1973. Upon arrival, we transfer out to visit the Plain of Jars, an impressive archaeological site where hundreds of large stone jars are littered all over the plateau. We also have time, this afternoon seeing the old capital of Muang Khoun Province and the nearby villages, home to the Hmong hill tribe and Tai Dam people. They have an interesting local culture and a colorful history. Overnight in Phonsavanh.

Day 3: Xieng Khuoang – Luang Phrabang (Overland)  (B)
Early morning, we visit Central Market of Phonsavanh to watch different Hill Tribes to barter and exchange merchandises. Then heading out the this small town to Luang Prabang about 30 6KM, on the way, we drop off and see a site more than 200 years old Buddha images in Thampra and varied Hmong and varied hill tribe minority villages along the road. They are nice, friendly and welcome you to visit. After a photo stop, we continue driving up hill, enjoying mountain splendid natural scenery, forest and landscape. After a tea or coffee break at Sala Phoukhoun, where the T-junction of bordering meets Vientiane-Xiengkhouang-Luang Prabang. The journey will take us over mountainous region to Luang Prabang. The tranquility and charm of this town with its splendid natural scenery and cultural sights make it one of the most delightful places to visit in Laos. After checking into hotel, [if time permits] we start seeing the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun, the shrine of Wat Aham, Wat Mai, we then climb up to the top of Phousi Mount for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a beautiful sunset view of the city and the Mekong River. From there, we explore Street Night Market, where you can find the lovely collection and handmade textile by local and hill tribe people surrounding Luang Prabang. Overnight at Luang Prabang.

Day 4: Luang Phrabang – Pakou Caves (B)
Today, we enjoy a short-guided tour seeing the city’s oldest temple of Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, which represent the classical architecture of Luang Prabang temple. We then embark on a cruise upstream on the Mekong River, which also gives us a beautiful view of the tranquil countryside as well as an interesting visit to the mysterious of Pak Ou Caves, crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes. Along the way, we stop at the village of Ban Xanghai, where they make the local rice wine. On return, we take a short drive to Ban Phanom, well known for its hand weaving. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 5: Luang Phrabang – Departure (B)
Breakfast, visit the National Museum at the former Royal Palace, which displays a lovely collection of the artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture dating from the days of the early kings right through the last sovereign, and the Central Market are not to be missed. We visit these sights in the morning before catching a flight departs this small, charming city of former royal capital.

Type of tour: Private or Joined tour

Departure: Every

Packing list: Passport, insect repellent, proper shoes

Validity: January 1, 2009 – December 31, 2009

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Cost/pax (US$)	1pax	2pax	3-4pax	5-6pax	7-8px	9-10pax	SGL Sup
Mid-Range (3*)	903	539	441	363	335	330	142
Superior (4*)	965	581	497	385	371	364	149
Deluxe (5*)	1,025	615	548	430	416	410	171
First Class	1,280	749	665	586	563	556	343

Our prices include:
Transfer & Tour by private air-conditioning vehicle in each area as above program, except time at leisure
Accommodation in twin/double share with ABF included only
English Speaking Guide in each area as above program, except time at leisure
Entrance fee for all sightseeing as above program
Meals as indicated on itinerary
Drinking water and cool towel daily during tour only
Private Private boat trip to Pak Ou Cave
Government taxes.

Our prices do not include:
Meals other than those mentioned in the program.
Personal items & hotel incidental charges.
Personal drinks at the meal times.
Gratuities to the guide, driver or hotel's porter
International airport tax in Luang Phrabang (US$ 10.-)
Laos visa on arrival ($30.-)

Accommodation
Standard: Lanexang Hotel in VTE: No website
Vansana Hotel in Xieng Khuang: www.vansanahotel-group.com
Manoluck Hotel in LPQ: www.manoluckhotel.com

First Class: Novotel in VTE: www.novotel.com
Vansana Hotel in Xieng Khuang: www.vansanahotel-group.com
Muang Luang Hotel in LPQ: www.hotelinlaos-vicogroup.com

Superior: Lao Plaza in VTE: www.laohotelplaza.com
Vansana in Xieng Khuang: www.vansanahotel-vicogroup.com
The Grand Hotel in LPQ: www.grandluangprabang.com

Deluxe: Settha Palace in VTE: www.setthapalace.com
Vansana in Xieng Khuang: www.vansanahotel-group.com
Souvanaphoum in LPQ: www.coloursofangsana.com