Vientiane Full Day City Tour and Mekong River Sunset

9 hours Free cancellation

Vientiane Full Day City Tour and Mekong River Sunset, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover the charming and tranquil capital of Laos on a comprehensive full-day guided city tour. Explore Vientiane’s most sacred historical sites—including the ancient Wat Sisaket, Wat Phra Keo, and the magnificent golden spire of Pha That Luang. Gain profound insights into local history at the COPE Visitor Centre, admire French colonial architecture, and take in panoramic city views from the Patuxai Victory Monument. Conclude your day with a relaxing stroll along the Mekong River promenade at sunset.

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At a glance

Duration: 9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Dragon Tourist

Ages: Adults (9–79 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Entrance fees: Entrance fee
Included: English-speaking local guide

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Personal expenses
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Stop 1

45 min Admission included

otel pickup at 8:00 AM to begin the tour. Visit Wat Sisaket, the oldest surviving temple in Vientiane that remained intact through the 1828 Siamese invasion, famous for its teak hallways housing thousands of miniature Buddha statues.
Wat Ho Phra Keo

45 min Admission included

Explore Wat Phra Keo, a former royal temple now serving as a religious museum housing Lao and Khmer art treasures. Stop briefly outside the neighboring Presidential Palace to admire its French colonial architectural style.
COPE Visitor Centre

one hour Admission included

Visit the COPE Center to learn about the history of the Secret War in Laos, the ongoing impact of unexploded ordnance (UXO) on local communities, and national rehabilitation efforts.
Vientiane

one hour

Enjoy a traditional Lao lunch break at a selected local restaurant before starting the afternoon sightseeing program.
Stop 5

one hour

Head to Patuxai, Laos' version of the Arc de Triomphe. Climb the stairs to the rooftop observation floor for panoramic views across Vientiane city and its green avenues.
Stop 6

one hour Admission included

Visit Pha That Luang, the national symbol and holiest Buddhist monument in Laos, built in the 16th century by King Setthathirath with a grand golden stupa.
Stop 7

1 h 30 min Admission included

Conclude your city discovery along the banks of the Mekong River. Enjoy a relaxed walk along the riverside park at sunset, sip a cold drink, or sample snacks from vibrant street food stalls before hotel drop-off.