LAOS FAMILY HOLIDAY – 5 DAYS
(Itinerary: Vientiane – Luang Prabang )
CODE TOUR: XSEL 006-FAMILY TOURS
Highlights:
- Start in Vientiane and end in Luang Prabang! With the Discovery tour Highlight Laos 5 Days 4 nights in Vientiane and Luang Prabang
- Visit ancient temples and golden stupa in Vientiane
- Discover Kuangsi Waterfall and its beautiful waterfalls
- Visit Royal Palace museum, Pak ou caves...
Overview
Luang Prabang and Vientiane are the must-see cities of Laos, which are included in this 5-days Laos Classic Tours. The highlights range from the charming town of Luang Prabang, and Vientiane to the mysterious Pak Ou caves; from the intriguing collection of Buddha Park to the evergreen Kuang Si Waterfalls. All promise an unforgettable Laos journey
Tour summary:
DAY 1:VIENTIANE ARRIVAL
Private driver
(Check-in time is 14.00 PM, early check-in is not included in itinerary and subject to availability).
Free and easy on leisure in Vientiane . Lunch and dinner are your own. Overnight in Vientiane.
Meals: None
Accommodation at a selected hotel in Vientiane
DAY 2: VIENTIANE CITY TOUR - BUDDHA PARK (B, L)
Private driver & guide
Approximately 30 minutes transfer
In the morning, we will visit Wat Si Muang first, which is known for its supernatural power. Next, we will depart for the visit to Budha Park, a charming collection of Buddhist and Hindu sculptures on the banks of the Mekong, near the “Bridge of Friendship”. There are approximately 200 religious images with more than 500 years old, which were created by a mysterious monk who extended his philosophy of life and revealed his ideas about the universe. Lunch is served at local restaurant
Afternoon, we will see the main symbols of the city, including the oldest, the Wat Sisaket, the temple of thousands of tiny statues of the Buddha image in the ancient Wat Prakeo, which had been famous in its time for hosting the Emerald Buddha. On the way to the national icon of Laos, the famous and sacred That Luang Stupa structure, we will stop to take some photographs of the imposing Patuxay Monument, which is known as a particular Laosian “Arc de Triumphed”.
A spectacular sunset view over the Mekong will be the ideal way to end the day. Dinner is your own. Overnight in Vientiane.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation at a selected hotel in Vientiane
DAY 3: VIENTIANE- FLY TO LUANG PRABANG - DISCOVERY OF TEMPLES (B)
Private driver & guide
Arrival in Luang Prabang, disembarkation operations and meeting with our guide for transfer to the hotel for check in
In Afternoon start of visits of the first Laotian capital, located at the confluence of the Khan and Mekong rivers. Visit of the most important temples: Wat May, WatVixoun and Phou Si Hill, scattered with temples more recent.
Return to the hotel. Lunch & dinner are your own. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation at a selected hotel in Luang Prabang
DAY 4: LUANG PRABANG – TAK BAT – ROYAL PALACE - PAK OU CAVE (B, L)
Private driver & guide
You can discuss with your guide for an optional early morning start (5.30am) to witness and partake in the daily morning ritual of ‘Tak Bat’ or giving alms to the monks. This is a unique ritual still followed by the locals in Luang Prabang. We can also visit the local fresh market to see how the locals shop, before returning to your hotel for breakfast Visit Royal Palace Museum, which was built in 1904 during the colonial France of the era of King Sisavang Vong and his family. We will embark on a fun river cruise up the Mekong, which will allow us to breathe the peaceful atmosphere of the countryside, before reaching the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, two connected caves decorated with thousands of Buddha statuettes lacquered in gold, in various shapes and sizes, left by the shepherds of the place. Stop over at the village of Ban Xanghai famous for the production of rice wine. Lunch is served at local restaurant
On the way back to the city, we will visit the magnificent Wat Xienthong, an incredible example of the architecture of the Laotian temple. The tour will end after visiting the famous Night Market, where you can admire a beautiful collection of hand-made fabrics by the local people and the hill tribes that surround Luang Prabang.
Back to your hotel. Dinner is on your own. Overnight Luang Prabang.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation at a selected hotel in Luang Prabang
DAY 5: LUANG PRABANG – KUANGSI WATERFALL – DEPARTURE (B)
Private driver & guide
Approximately 45 minutes transfer
After breakfast, pick up by our English speaking guide at your hotel. We will visit to the villages of Ban Ouay, Ban Ou and Ban Thapene, before heading to the beautiful Waterfall of Kuangsi, which will offer us the opportunity to cool off in the serene pools of turquoise blue water. We will also have the alternative of exploring the fields that surround them. We will return to Luang Prabang. Then the driver will drive you to the airport.
Saying goodbye to Laos & Xuan Son Travel see you again.
Since this can be private or group tour, the price per person varies and depends on many aspects, such as your group size, the hotel ratings and your departure date. If you want to get a custom price quote for this tour, please fill out the online inquiry form and give you as much information as possible about your trip. Your online travel consultants will be at your service and help you make the most of your travel time and dollars!
NOTES
- The weather & our latest advice on the weather
Light clothes regardless of the season in the south and centre but for the visiting of temples and pagodas, make sure you have a top with sleeves (shoulders must be covered) and bottoms going at least up to the knee.
- Dec – April : 10°C to 25°C, Cool and mostly dry, Special From Jan to Feb : cold, From Mar to April dry and very hot,
- May – Nov: 25°C to 35°C, Rainy season
Note: from 5°C to 10°C less in the mountains; make sure you have warm clothes.
- Visa
- To go to Laos you must have a valid passport valid at least 6 months after the date of return.
- The Citizens of the following countries are also exempt from Laos visas: Vietnam ( 30 days), Brunei (14 days), Cambodia (30 days), Indonesia (30 days), Japan (15 days ), Luxembourg (15 days), Malaysia (30 days), Mongolia (30 days), Myanmar (14 days), Philippines (30 days), Singapore (30 days), Korea (15 days), Switzerland (15 days), Thailand (30 days) and Russia (30 days).
- To get more info => please click here https://laoevisa.gov.la/index
- International flight
Our offer does not include international flights between your country and Laos for two reasons:
- International flights from your country are more expensive if purchased in Vietnam or Laos. It is therefore more beneficial for you to buy them from a ticketing agency in your country.
- The payment and booking conditions for international flights are strict while it is difficult for us, a local agency, to apply the same conditions to you (full payment before travel). Since international financial transactions give rise to significant bank charges, you will be led to pay unnecessary surcharges.
- Which language?
- The official and most widely spread language is Laos
- English is spoken in all touristic areas.
- Cancellation Policy:
- More than 30 days before arrival: no cancellation charge will be done (Client’s non-refundable deposit will be forfeited)
- 14-29 days before arrival: 10% of the cost of the tour is forfeited
- 10-13 days before arrival: 40% of the cost of the tour is forfeited
- Within 10 days before arrival: 100 % of the cost of the tour is forfeited
- What to Bring
- Sun Glasses, Sun Block, Wide Brim Hat, Insect Repellent, Swimming Suits
- Warm Clothes ( from Jan & Feb in The mountain areas)
- Original Passport
- Homestay/local homestay: we have developed fair tourism, through contacts with the local population, the possibility of sleeping with locals and sharing their daily lives. The conditions of these accommodations that we offer you are well assured and with the best possible conditions
- Standard Category: 2 stars. The rooms are decent, clean, equipped with bathroom, satellite TV and air conditioning.
- Superior Category 3 stars. The rooms are generally spacious and the services and facilities are more numerous.
- Deluxe category: 4 stars. The rooms are luxurious and spacious, with a wide choice of quality services have swimming pool, spa, Jacuzzi
- Luxury Category: 5 stars. Hotels with excellent comfort and a wide range of excellent services. Swimming pool, spa, Jacuzzi…)
| CITIES /AREAS | HOME STAY | HOTEL-STANDARD | HOTELS-SUPERIOR | HOTEL-DELUXE | HOTELS- LUXURY |
| VIENTIANE | …. | Sengtawan Hotel or similar | Lao Orchid/ Chanthapanya Hotel/ Season Riverside /S 2 Modern Boutique Hotel or similar | Vieniane Plaza / Mercure/ Phasouk Vien Chantra hotel or similar | Don Chan Palace / Green Park Vientiane/Salana Boutique or similar |
| LUANG PRABANG | …. | Villa Oasis/ Phousi Guesthouse hotel or similar | Villa Pumalin/ Villa Chitdara /Villa Saykham/ Le Sen Boutique or similar | Villa Santi/ Maison Dalabua hotel/ Kiridar hotel or similar | Souvannaphoum/ Luang Prabang View/ Luang Say Residence hotel or simalr |
TRAVEL PRICE: THE SOUTH & CENTER OF VIETNAM-12 DAYS 11NIGHTS
Inclusion
- The English speaking guide as guided time
- Accommodation based on double/twin sharing with daily breakfast
- Meals as indicated (B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner)
- Private boat trips in Can Tho/ Cai Rang as mentioned
- All transfers with the air-conditioned private vehicle
- Mineral water & cool towels on car during the trip.
- Government taxes & service charge
Exclusion
- International Flight tickets from/to your Home
- 4 Internal Flights: Ho Chi Minh- Hue, Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh
- Early check in/ late check out
- Meals, drinks & beverage not indicated
- Vietnam visa stamp fee (about 25$/pax) & personal travel insurance
- Personal expenses such as Telephone and Laundry bills
- Tips and gratuities
Customize this tour
This tour is designed with balanced activities and pace. If you want to customize it, you may always change its itinerary and accommodations according to your needs.
Contact us
- +84 914374251
- xuansontravel@yahoo.com.vn
My name is Nicky, English & French speaking advisor at Xuan Son Travel. I have been the specialist in tailor-made trips to Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia for 18years. I love the charm of the small streets of Hanoi as well as the charm of the countryside, with magical landscapes, warm and smiling inhabitants in all regions of Vietnam. As a Travel Consultant, I put it at your disposal and will assure you that your wishes and desires are perfectly suited to your trip to Asia.