Itinerary
Day 1: Sightseeing around Luang Prabang by foot
Stop At: Wat Xieng Thong, Luang Prabang Laos
DAY 1:LUANG PRABANG AROUND WORLD HERITAGE SITE TEMPLES & THE TOWN OF LUANG PRABANG LUANG PRABANG
Surrounded by thickly forested mountains and situated at the confluence of the Khan and Mekong Rivers, Luang Prabang has a tranquil, old world charm rarely found in Asia today. This fascinating town was the capital of the Lane Xang (million elephants) kingdom until the mid-sixteenth century. In colonial times it served as a provincial headquarters of the north. The legacy of the European presence here - well preserved French architecture and careful street planning has blended
Delightfully with more than 30 gilded Buddhist temples to create a town rich in atmosphere and history.
After breakfast meet your guide at the hotel then start our walking tour around the old quarter of Luang Prabang to understand why it deserves the World Heritage title! Visit Wat Visoun, the site of impressive Thad Makmo stupa. The rounded dome is stylistically more Sinhalese than Lao. Phou Sii hill stands right in the center of this small city. Climb its 350 steps to enjoy commanding views for many miles in each direction. Wat Phu Sii sits atop the mountain, alongside the skeletons of Indochina war anti-aircraft guns! Then continue to visit Wat Mai. Built in 1796, the five-tiered roof of the wooden Sim (chapel) epitomizes the graceful Luang Prabang architectural style. Wat Xieng Thong further emphasizes the uniqueness of Luang Prabang, its several roofs sweeping low to the ground. See also the impressive "tree of life" mosaic here. The gilt panel on the exterior of the chapel depicts semi-erotic episodes from the Ramayana. Then visit the National Museum, once a king's palace. Displayed inside is a lovely collection of personal artifacts of the royal family, including photos, musical instruments, and many gifts received from the dignitaries of foreign countries. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Then return to the hotel. This town is wonderful for walking, and todays excursion will also help to give you your bearings! Spend the rest of the day exploring or relaxing on your own. You can find dinner on your own at any number of clean & delicious international restaurants. Lao beer is an excellent pilsner, and many types of French wine are also available at reasonable prices
Duration: 5 hours
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Day 2: Luang Prabang to Pak ou cave
Stop At: Pak Ou Caves, Near Pak Ou the Tham Ting, Ban Pak-Ou 0603 Laos
DAY2: LUANG PRABANG LOCAL STYLE MEKONG RIVERBOAT EXPERIENCE PAK OU BUDDHA CAVES BAN PHANOM WEAVING LUANG PRABANG
After breakfast, begin a Mekong Riverboat trip with your guide on the mighty Mekong River to visit the famous & sacred Pak Ou Buddha Caves. These caves, overlooking the confluence of the Mekong & Ou Rivers from on high, have been home to many thousands of Buddha images that were placed here by local people since 16th century, when King Setthathirat found the caves and declared them a holy spot. Today many still pay respect with this old tradition. Walk through the caves before returning to your boat and to Luang Prabang town. Enjoy a picnic lunch en route. Then visit the village of Xangkong, where weaving of traditional Lao textiles takes place on ancient wooden looms. Return to Luang Prabang and spend the rest of the day exploring or relaxing on your own. You can find dinner on your own at any number of excellent restaurants in town.
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Day 3: Day free on your own in town
Stop At: Old Quarter Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang 0600 Laos
Free day on your own in town
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Day 4: Luang Prabang to Koungsii waterfall
Stop At: Kuang Si Falls, Luang Prabang 06000 Laos
DAY4: LUANG PRABANG KHUANG SII WATERFALLS
After breakfast then visit Morning market then excursion by Van to Khouangsi waterfall in the forest South of Luang Prabang about 25 Kms. Khouangsii waterfall tumbles over multi-tiered limestone formations into cool, clear pools ideal for swimming and relaxation, beautiful scenery, fresh air, flowers, some wild animals on the way stop at the Hmong & Khmu villages also stop to visit Buffalo dairy farm. Return to Luang Prabang for relax.

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Day 5: Luang Prabang-Tadsea waterfall
Stop At: Tad Sae Waterfall, Luang Prabang Laos
Day5: Luang Prabang-Tad Sea waterfall and villages.
High water season, August to October. Youll meet your guide and driver then drive about 35 minutes outside Luang Prabang to the elephant villages on the banks of the Nam Khan River. There, youll learn about and ride Asian elephants in the magnificent Nam Khan River Valley. Then youll enjoy a 15 minute boat ride to the Tad Sae Waterfall (seasonal) for swimming in the refreshing waters and exploring the surrounding jungle. Water conditions vary, from strong impressive currents during the height of the rainy season to inviting crystal-clear pools after the rainy season. Lunch on your own, the guide could show the restaurant.

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Day 6: Luang Prabang-Xiengman biking tour
Stop At: Luang Prabang Morning market, Luang Prabang, Laos
Day6: Cycling on the Other side of (Mekong) or Luang Prabang
We depart from in downtown Luang Prabang. We first cycle downhill to the boat docking station to cross the Mekong River by boat to the other side of Luang Prabang called Ban Xieng Man village. We then cycle to Ban Na Kham known for growing sugarcane and cooking sticky rice in bamboo sticks. There is time to have a look around and maybe sample this snack. We continue to Ban Houay Tan (Khmu village). Next, we cycle to Ban Som and make a stop at Ban Na for lunch prepared by ourselves from town.
After lunch, we walk over to a spot where an old mango tree obviously defies youth. Believe it or not, this superannuated tree is more than 500 years old! After feeling young again, we wheel to visit Ban Chan Neua and Ban Chan Tai, a jars making village.
With conviction, we voyage across the Mekong River on a fishing boat back to civilization, docking in downtown Luang Prabang. We bike or push the bike a short distance up the hill to the downtown.

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