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A true adventure into this peaceful land reveals the treasures of Laos through its history, scenery and gracious people. Spend the night in a remote eco-lodge as you cruise slowly down the alluring Mekong, stopping at a sacred cave and hilltribe village. Explore the temples of fabled Luang Prabang and join the locals in a game of petanque. Uncover the mysterious Plain of Jars and the charming capital, Vientiane. Traverse the remote Bolaven Plateau with its stunning villages and coffee plantations, and discover the little-visited 4,000 islands.

Tour Information

  • Tour Code: IL-17
  • Length: 17D / 16N
  • From: Chiang Rai
  • Finish: Pakse

Tour Price

$2176price per pax

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Date Activities Meal
Day 1Visit to Golden triangleL, D
Day 2Cruise down the Mekong River to Luang Say Lodge in PakbengB, L, D
Day 3Visit Kamu village and watch archery contestB, L, D
Day 4Visit to the mysterious of Pak Ou CavesB, L, D
Day 5Visit the impressive stupa of Wat VisounB, L, D
Day 6Visit Phosi MarketB, L, D
Day 7Visit the Plain of JarsB, L, D
Day 8Visit Jang cave, once local hid inside during the Indochina WarB, L, D
Day 9Enjoy kayaking and tubing about hours along Song riverB, L, D
Day 10En route sto at local marketB, L, D
Day 11Visit Textile village at Ban Nong BuathongB, L, D
Day 12Visit villages of Alak, Nge, Katu, the ethnic group of minority.B, L, D
Day 13Visit the pre-Angkorian, ruins of Wat PhuB, L, D
Day 14Visit the remains of French period, Liphi WaterfallB, L, D
Day 15Enjoy cycling along Khong river during the sunsetB, L, D
Day 16Visit the local marketB, L, D
Day 17Transfer to you to Pakse AirporB
Day 1
Transport
Meals:L, D
Activities (time & subjects may change when necessary)Visit to Golden triangle

Detailed Itinerary:

Upon arrival Chiang Rai, transfer to hotel and check in. Today drive through scenery by road along picturesque scenic routes pass the several beautiful northern mountains and valleys. Visit to Golden triangle, stop to visit hill tribes village, explore the villages which are very simple, unique costumes, their own tradition and dialect. Then, visit the world famous "Golden Triangle" where the borders of three countries (Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar) are met. See the panoramic view of Mekong River and Opium Museum. Visit archeological remains at "Chiang Sean" city, the first capital Lanna Kingdom, continues to Mae Sai, the Thailand-Myanmar border and the northernmost point of Thailand. Overnight at hotel in Chiang Rai.

Day 2
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Activities (time & subjects may change when necessary)Cruise down the Mekong River to Luang Say Lodge in Pakbeng

Detailed Itinerary:

Early morning at 0630am your guide pick up and transfer you about 2hour to Cheing Khong, Then cross the river to enter Laos, and checkin at Lunag Say boat which will depart at 9 am. for a cruise down the Mekong River to Luang Say Lodge in Pakbeng. One stop is made en route to Pakbeng to observe a rural life along the Mekong River at Ban Houy Phalam; a Kamu village. A buffet lunch is served on board. The boat arrives at Luang Say Lodge before sunset for an overnight stay. Your dinner is served at the terrace overlooking the Mekong River.

Day 3
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Activities (time & subjects may change when necessary)Visit Kamu village and watch archery contest

Detailed Itinerary:

A continental breakfast is served at the terrace. After checking out from the lodge, continue your journey to Ban Baw to observe the making of the traditional rice alcohol. A buffet lunch is served on board. Then, the boat arrives at Kamu Lodge in the afternoon. After checking into the lodge, you will visit Kamu village and watch archery contest, rice planting and harvesting, traditional fishing and gold panning (January to June). The dinner is served at the opened air restaurant. Overnight stay at Kamu Lodge.

Day 4
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Activities (time & subjects may change when necessary)Visit to the mysterious of Pak Ou Caves

Detailed Itinerary:

A continental breakfast is served at the restaurant. Continue your journey to the mouth of the Nam Ou River to visit Pak Ou caves where two caves 'Tham Ting' and 'Tham Phoum' and thousands of Buddha images are found. The boat arrives in Luang Prabang (a UNESCO world heritage city). Llunch will be provided at a local restaurant. Upon arrival, Meet your

Day 5
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Activities (time & subjects may change when necessary)Visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun

Detailed Itinerary:

After breakfast, visit National museum, we visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine of Wat Aham, Wat Mai; visit Wat Xieng Thong, 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 in Luang Prabang.

Day 6
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Activities (time & subjects may change when necessary)Visit Phosi Market

Detailed Itinerary:

After breakfast, Visit Phosi Market before we drive out of town 30KM to the beautiful Kuang Sii Fall, where you can swim, relax, soft trek to the top of the fall. On return short stop at Black Hmong Village, where hill tribe hand-made handicraft as souvenirs for visitors pass by. Arrive in the town, Transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Luang prabang.

Day 7
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Activities (time & subjects may change when necessary)Visit the Plain of Jars

Detailed Itinerary:

Today we are driving about 7hpurs to Xiengkhouang, which was devastated by American bombing between 1964 and 1973. Upon arrival,we drive 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 8
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Activities (time & subjects may change when necessary)Visit Jang cave, once local hid inside during the Indochina War

Detailed Itinerary:

After breakfast, We drive ahead to Vang Vieng, about 6-7hours drive. Vang vieng is Once a key military airfield during the Indochina wars, the town’s central feature is the long-abandoned runway along the eastern side of town. On the west side, a small river separates the town from the nearby caves & mountains, which can easily be visited from town. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant en route. Upon arrival check in at your hotel, after a short rest, Visit Organic Mulberry Farm. Visit Jang cave, once local hid inside during the Indochina War. Overnight in Vang Vieng.

Day 9
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Activities (time & subjects may change when necessary)Enjoy kayaking and tubing about hours along Song river

Detailed Itinerary:

After breakfast , Enjoy kayaking and tubing about hours along Song river about 5hours. En route short stop at Snail cave, Visit Tham, Xang. The tour will be ended before Villa Nam Song. Overnight in Vang Vieng.

Day 10
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Activities (time & subjects may change when necessary)En route sto at local market

Detailed Itinerary:

After breakfast, we continue driving about 3hours to Vientiane. En route sto at local market at KM52. Upon arrival in Vientiane, check in at your hotel. Overnight in Vientiane.

Day 11
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Activities (time & subjects may change when necessary)Visit Textile village at Ban Nong Buathong

Detailed Itinerary:

After breakfast, Visit the oldest Wat Sisaket, the temple 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. Afternoon, Visit Textile village at Ban Nong Buathong, known as Textile village. Over night in Vientiane

Day 12
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Activities (time & subjects may change when necessary)Visit villages of Alak, Nge, Katu, the ethnic group of minority.

Detailed Itinerary:

Early morning take a flight to Pakse. Upon arrival meet your guide we drive ahead to Saravanh province via Tateng. The stumbling water and lush vegetation around Tad Fan waterfall of today’s Atacular. We make a stop en route observing the traditional local making tea and coffee, a cup its can be tasted prior exploring the local cultures and its way of life along the way to Boloven Plateau area, the cultivation of rich coffee, tea, cardamom, bananas, and other crops are being seen along both side of our way. This is allowed time for visitors to venture off the beaten path and explore some of the lesser-known areas of Laos pointing for full exploration of the wild beauty of this southern region, Upon arrival at Tad Lo waterfall, we visit villages of Alak, Nge, Katu, the ethnic group of minority. After this sites, drive back to E-Tu Water Fall for overnight. Overnight at E-Tu Resort.

Day 13
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Activities (time & subjects may change when necessary)Visit the pre-Angkorian, ruins of Wat Phu

Detailed Itinerary:

After breakfast, we are heading out toward Khong Island, en route visit Wat Phu, crossing Mekong ferry to visit the pre-Angkorian, ruins of Wat Phu, one of Southeast Asia 's most dramatically situated temples. Explore these Khmer ruins, perched atop a nearby hill, which is one of Lao World Heritage site recognized by UNESCO in 2001, this wonderful archeological site of Khmer civilization dated back to the 9-12th centuries. We continue our way by land to 4000 islands region and catch a ferry motor boat to Don Khong. Overnight in Don Khong.

Day 14
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Activities (time & subjects may change when necessary)Visit the remains of French period, Liphi Waterfall

Detailed Itinerary:

After Breakfast, we enjoy a visit of the surrounding countryside, and begin our journey a long trail boat touring to Don Khone area, upon arrival check in at your hotel. After a short rest taking you to visit the remains of French period, Liphi Waterfall or "the Corridor of the Devil". Overnight in Khone island.

Day 15
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Activities (time & subjects may change when necessary)Enjoy cycling along Khong river during the sunset

Detailed Itinerary:

After breakfast We return to the mainland at Ban Nakasang by boat, a fishery village and drive further south to visit Khone Phapheng on the journey, the biggest waterfall in the South East Asia. After this site, transfer you back to Khong island. Enjoy cycling along Khong river during the sunset. Overnight in Khong island.

Day 16
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Activities (time & subjects may change when necessary)Visit the local market

Detailed Itinerary:

Early morning, Visit local market before say goodbye Khong island and drive back to Pakse. En route, Take a drive to Ban Nong Khiat, known as elephant village. Upon arrival, Your guide brief about thoses elephants come from and take an elephant for one hour and half upt to Phou Asa Hill. Overnight in Pakse.

Day 17
Transport
Meals:B
Activities (time & subjects may change when necessary)Transfer to you to Pakse Airpor

Detailed Itinerary:

After breakfast, Transfer you to Pakse Airport for your departure flight. End of trip.

Accommodation
BEST Price Per Person in USD valid until Sept 2012
01Pax 02 Pax 3-5 Pax 6-7Pax 8-10 Pax Single Supplement
Mid – range 3* Hotel 4,799 2,058 2,524 2,269 2,176 390
Superior 4* Hotel 5,039 2,978 2,654 2,384 2,286 480
Deluxe 5* Hotel 5,509 3,245 2,881 2,626 2,528 740
Destinations Mid – range 3* Hotel Superior 4* Hotel Deluxe 5* Hotel
Chiang Rai Laluna Resort (standard room) http://www.lalunaresortchiangrai.com Dusit Island Hotel (superior room) http://chiangrai.dusit.com Le Meridien Chiang Rai (deluxe garden view) http://www.starwoodhotels.com/lemeridien/destinations/map.html
Pakbeng Lusay Lodge in Pakbeng, Standard: www.asian-oasis.com Lusay Lodge in Pakbeng, Standard: www.asian-oasis.com Lusay Lodge in Pakbeng, Standard: www.asian-oasis.com
Pak Beng Kamu Lodge in Pak Beng, Standard: www.kamulodge.com Kamu Lodge in Pak Beng, Standard: www.kamulodge.com Kamu Lodge in Pak Beng, Standard: www.kamulodge.com
Luang Prabang Villa Chitdra in Luang prabang, Standard: www.villachitdara.com The Grand Hotel in Luang prabang, Deluxe: www.grandluangprabang.com Le Palais Juliana Hotel in Luang prabang, Deluxe: www.lepalaisjuliana.com
Xieng Khuang Vansana Hotel in Xieng Khuang, Standard: www.vansanahotel-group.com Vansana Hotel in Xieng Khuang, Standard: www.vansanahotel-group.com Vansana Hotel in Xieng Khuang, Standard: www.vansanahotel-group.com
Vang Vieng The Elephant Crossing Hotel in Vang Vieng, Deluxe: www.thelephantcrossinghotel.com The Elephant Crossing Hotel in Vang Vieng, Deluxe: www.thelephantcrossinghotel.com The Elephant Crossing Hotel in Vang Vieng, Deluxe: www.thelephantcrossinghotel.com
Vientiane Lao Orchid in Vientiane, Standard: www.lao-orchid.com Mercure Hotel in Vientiane, Standard: www.mercure.com Settha Palace in Vientiane, Deluxe: www.setthapalace.com
E-Tu Fall E-Tu Resort in E-Tu Fall, Champa room: www.etuwaterfallpaksong.com E-Tu Resort in E-Tu Fall, Champa room: www.etuwaterfallpaksong.com E-Tu Resort in E-Tu Fall, Champa room: www.etuwaterfallpaksong.com
Khong Island Pon Arena Hotel in Khong Island, Deluxe: www.ponarenahotel.com Pon Arena Hotel in Khong Island, Deluxe: www.ponarenahotel.com Pon Arena Hotel in Khong Island, Deluxe: www.ponarenahotel.com
Khone Island Sala Donkhone in Khone Island, Floating Studio: www.salalao.com Sala Donkhone in Khone Island, Floating Studio: www.salalao.com Sala Donkhone in Khone Island, Floating Studio: www.salalao.com
Pakse Pakse Hotel in Pakse, Deluxe: www.pakse.com Champasak Grand Hotel in Pakse, Deluxe: www.champasakgrand.com Champasak Grand Hotel in Pakse, Deluxe: www.champasakgrand.com

Trip Included

  • All land Transports
  • Local English speaking guide
  • Entry fees
  • 3Days/2Night Luangsay Cruise down Houeisai-Pak Beng-Kamu Lodge-Luang Prabang (Joint cruise)
  • Kayaking+Tubing in Vang Vieng
  • Private Boat trip Khong-Khone island-Nakasang village in 4,000s island
  • Mineral drinking water
  • Meals as listed in program
  • Accommodations based on sharing room
  • Government Tax

Trip Excluded

  • Visa fee upon arrival
  • Personal expense does not include in program
  • Domestic & International flight tickets

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