Plain of Jars 3 Sites, Ban Naphia Village & Local Market

8 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

Plain of Jars 3 Sites, Ban Naphia Village & Local Market, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover the Plain of Jars with a knowledgeable local guide who knows Xieng Khouang, its history, culture and communities. This private full-day tour takes you beyond sightseeing, with visits to Plain of Jars Sites 1, 2 and 3, Ban Naphia Spoon Village, the local market and other points of interest. Travel comfortably by private vehicle, enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off in Phonsavan, entrance fees, drinking water and a local lunch. With a private tour, you can enjoy a relaxed pace and have more time to ask your guide questions and learn about the fascinating history of the region.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Heritage Tour by Local

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–17 years) · Adults (18–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Bottled water
Included: Entrance fees: Entrance fee
Included: Government Fees
Included: English guide tour
Included: Local lunch – choice of noodle soup or fried rice (chicken or pork or only vegetable )

Not included

Not included: Tea and coffee: No soft drink

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

Explore Plain of Jars Site 1, the largest and most accessible of the UNESCO-listed jar sites. Walk through the archaeological landscape with your local guide, see hundreds of ancient stone jars, including some of the largest examples, and learn about their history, archaeological significance, and the different theories surrounding their original purpose.
Stop 2

Passing by

Explore Plain of Jars Site 2, a peaceful archaeological site set across scenic hills. Walk with your local guide among ancient stone jars and enjoy views of the surrounding countryside. Learn about the history of the jars, archaeological discoveries, and local stories connected to this remarkable UNESCO World Heritage landscape.
Stop 3

Passing by

Explore Plain of Jars Site 3, a beautiful and peaceful archaeological site surrounded by rice fields and countryside. Take a short walk through the rural landscape to discover groups of ancient stone jars while your local guide explains their history, archaeological significance, and the local culture of the area.
Stop 4

Passing by

Visit Ban Naphia, known as the Spoon Village, and learn how local families transform recycled aluminum into handmade spoons and other small products. See the traditional casting process and hear about the village’s history and how local people have adapted their skills and livelihoods following the legacy of war in Xieng Khouang.
Stop 5

Passing by

Visit a local market in Phonsavan and experience everyday life in Xieng Khouang. Walk through stalls selling fresh produce, local foods, herbs, household goods, and regional products. Your local guide will introduce you to some of the ingredients and products commonly used by local communities.
Xieng Khouang Phonsavan Official Tourist Information Center

20 min

Visit the Xieng Khouang Tourism Information Centre to learn more about the province, the Plain of Jars, local ethnic communities, and the region’s history. The displays provide useful background before exploring the archaeological sites and help visitors better understand Xieng Khouang’s cultural heritage.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please meet us at the reception of Sipanya Guesthouse. Your local guide or driver will meet you there and confirm your tour booking.

End point

Please meet us at the reception of Sipanya Guesthouse. Your local guide or driver will meet you there and confirm your tour booking.

Pickup points

Xieng Khouang Airport
Auberge Phouphadeng
Chittavanh Hotel
Lao Skyway Hotel
Vansana Plain of Jars Hotel
Jennida 2
Mimi Hotel
Chittavanh Hotel
Auberge Plain Of Jars Phouphadeng
Jennida 2
Sipanya Guest House

and 5 more pickup points

Free pickup and drop-off are available from hotels and guesthouses within the Phonsavan area. Please provide your hotel name and address when booking. Your guide/driver will meet you at the hotel reception or main entrance at the confirmed pickup time. Airport pickup can also be arranged if your tour starts on your arrival day.

Using your ticket

No separate ticket exchange is required. Your local guide will arrange and purchase the entrance tickets at each attraction included in the itinerary. All listed entrance fees are included in the tour price.