Your Itinerary
Day 1 - Welcome to Laos!
Upon arrival at the airport in Luang Prabang, you will be met by your guide and driver for the short transfer to your hotel in a quiet part of town. You’ll have two connecting rooms in a charming heritage hotel with a swimming pool and tranquil gardens. Relax and settle in to the sights and sounds of South East Asia, perhaps go for a stroll across the bridge or around town for a bite to eat.
Day 2 - Cycling Tour & Evening Games
Set out this morning with your guide to see the highlights of Luang Prabang by bicycle. Visit the Royal Palace Museum, Heuan Chan Heritage House, the enchanting Wat Xiengthong, Wat Khili, and the Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre along the way. The afternoon is yours to relax before a unique opportunity to get to know the locals with a game of Petanque and a BBQ dinner at a local SinDat.
Day 3 - Walk with the Elephants
Set out this morning for MandaLao for an ethical encounter with elephants. After learning about the sanctuary and elephants, meet the youngest of the herd and feed him some fruit. Once acquainted, follow the elephants and their mahouts on foot into the forest for a trek as the elephants munch their way along. No one rides and the elephants determine the path! After a riverside lunch, the rest of the day is yours.
Day 4 - Alms, Waterfall, & Buffalo Dairy
Rise early to witness the traditional giving of alms to monks. Stop by the local market to see how residents shop then head for Kuang Si Waterfall where a picnic breakfast can be enjoyed overlooking the falls. Visit the Laos Buffalo Dairy for a guided tour and chance to feed the livestock plus a tasting of buffalo milk cheese and ice cream. The afternoon and evening are yours to explore idyllic Luang Prabang.
Day 5 - Pottery in Ban Chan
Transfer to the Mekong Riverside to board a private boat for a short downstream to the village of Ban Chan, where Pottery making has been the central way of life for over 400 years. Meet master-potter Mr. Thieng who works hard to preserve this amazing history. Thieng will show you the ancient techniques, and you can get hands-on with the clay yourself. Enjoy lunch before cruising back to town where the afternoon is yours.
Day 6 - A Farm to Table Day
Spend the morning with Mr Ken, a young entrepreneur from a rural village. Visit Big Brother Mouse to learn about their children’s books then carry on to Mr Ken’s hometown. Visit the organic family farm to learn about Laos agriculture and enjoy an organic vegetarian lunch and local coffee. A village elder will perform a traditional Baci Ceremony symbolizing friendship, good health and good luck on your journey ahead. Return to your hotel mid-afternoon.
Day 7 - Travel to Nong Khiaw
This morning, check out and head north to Nong Khiaw, arriving in the early afternoon. After a short rest, set out with your guide for a challenging trek up the nearby Viewpoint. In approximately 1½ hours, trek to the viewpoint to be rewarded with spectacular vistas of the town and the valley while the sun sets behind the hills. The hike down will take about an hour getting you back to your hotel in time for dinner.
Day 8 - Caves & Waterfalls
Travel by boat upstream to the friendly town of Muang Ngoi. Trek from here to the impressive Tham Kang Cave which once served as a bomb shelter. Explore the cave with its glittering crystals and unique rock formations before returning to the boat and cruising to a Khmu village. Trek to Tad Mok Waterfalls for a swim and picnic lunch. Mid-afternoon, trek back to the village and enjoy a relaxing scenic slow boat ride to Nong Khiaw.
Day 9 - Kayaking on the Mekong
Check out and follow the Nam Ou river to the village of Ban Hatya where you’ll step into kayaks for the next leg of your journey. Paddle along until the river meets the Mekong where you’ll stop for a picnic lunch on the sand. Continue by kayak to the island of Done Khoun to visit its iconic wat and fuel up on snacks. From there it’s a final 20 minutes of kayaking before a short transfer by road to your hotel.
Day 10 - Homeward Bound
Depending on your flight time today, you may have time for one final wander around town, a dip in the swimming pool, or perhaps a Laos massage. When the time comes, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight onward.
Safe travels!
DETAILS -
This itinerary costs from £1590 per person based on a family of four travelling together with two sharing in each room including all private transfers but not international flights.
You can get flights from as little as £600 per person return and do ask us for advice. Alternatively we can book the flights for you but a booking fee may apply.
What's included?
INCLUDED:
- Prices start from £1,590 per person
- Accommodation on B&B basis
- Lunch on days 3, 5, 6, 8, 9
- Dinner on day 2
- Private transfers (air-conditioned vehicle or as mentioned)
- All entrance fees with service of English speaking guide for excursions
- Local taxes
- All trips are ATOL protected or ABTA bonded to ensure you are fully covered
Prices are correct at time of publication and subject to change.
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