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6-Day Best Laos Private Tour with 4-star Hotels, Fully Guided

4.8 (5 reviews) 6 days Private tour
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6-Day Best Laos Private Tour with 4-star Hotels, Fully Guided

About this activity

Visit the best cities in Laos that you should not miss - the capital city Vientiane and the charming town Luang Prabang. It combines both the culture of the most splendid and classical Buddhist temples as well as the relaxing and enjoyable natural beauty experience of the Mekong River and Kuang Si Waterfall. The visits to local villages such as Ban Xang Khong and Black Hmong Ethnic Village also provide you an opportunity to get close to the traditional crafts and lifestyle.

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At a glance

Duration
6 days
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Travel China Guide

Ages: Adults (12–80 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Boat rides & activities as mentioned in itinerary.
  • Included: Service of English-speaking guides as per itinerary.
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Breakfast
  • Included: Entrance fees for all mentioned sights visited.
  • Included: Second class high speed train ticket of Vientiane - Luang Prabang.
  • Included: Services of private driver and air-conditioned vehicles.

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Laos Visa fees
  • Not included: International flight into and out Laos
  • Not included: Personal travel insurance
  • Not included: Not suitable for people over 80 years old.
  • Not included: Festival or holiday peak season surcharges.

Itinerary

Day 1 · Arrival in Vientiane, Airport Pick-up

  1. Stop 1

    one hour Admission included

    Welcome to Vientiane! Upon arrival at Vientiane Wattay International Airport, your guide and the driver will greet you and escort you to the downtown hotel. After checking in, spend the remainder of the day adjusting to jet lag or exploring the city on your own.

Eastin Hotel Vientiane (4 stars) - Superior City View or similar

Day 2 · Vientiane: Wat Si Saket, Wat Ho Phra Keo, Pha That Luang Temple & Patuxai Monument

  1. Wat Si Saket

    one hour Admission included

    After breakfast, your private guide will accompany you to admire Wat Si Saket, Vientiane’s oldest temple, which has survived for over 200 years.

  2. Wat Ho Phra Keo

    one hour Admission included

    Opposite it is Wat Ho Phra Keo, once home to the Emerald Buddha which is now enshrined in Bangkok. Wandering around the temple, you will surely get stunned by the luxury buildings and exquisite bronze Buddha statues.

  3. Great Sacred Stupa (Pha That Luang)

    one hour Admission included

    Then we will head to Pha That Luang Temple, which is famous for a glittering golden stupa with a height of 150 feet. Afterwards, you will be escorted to visit the nearby sleeping Buddha.

  4. Patuxay Monument

    one hour

    Afterward, pass by the golden Sleeping Buddha next to the stupa, and view the Patuxai Monument, which was built to commemorate the Laotian people’s liberation from French colonial rule. At last, your guide will escort you back to the hotel.

Eastin Hotel Vientiane (4 stars) - Superior City View or similar

Day 3 · Train to Luang Prabang, Visit Royal Palace Museum, Wat Xieng Thong, Mt. Phousi & Night Market

  1. Luang Prabang

    2 hours

    After breakfast, your private guide will pick you up from the hotel and escort you to the train station, where you’ll board a 2-hour high-speed train to Luang Prabang. Upon arrival, the local guide and the driver will greet you and accompany you to visit some city landmarks.

  2. Royal Palace Museum

    one hour Admission included

    Kick off the Luang Prabang tour with your guide at the century-old Royal Palace Museum.

  3. Stop 3

    30 min Admission included

    Afterward, head to Wat Xieng Thong to appreciate the magnificent mosaic mural "Tree of Life".

  4. Stop 4

    30 min Admission included

    Then, continue the temples tour to Wat Visoun, the oldest temple in Luang Prabang.

  5. Wat Aham

    30 min Admission included

    Wat Aham, which boasts a bodhi tree.

  6. Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham

    30 min Admission included

    Wat Mai, which features a five-layered red tile roof.

  7. Mount Phousi

    1 h 30 min Admission included

    Before dusk, we’ll ascend the 100-meter (328-foot) Mount Phousi to take in a panoramic view of the old city.

  8. Luang Prabang Night Market

    40 min

    After that, experience the vibrant local night market on the avenue in front of the Royal Palace. After the tour, your guide will escort you back to your hotel.

Victoria Xieng Thong Palace, Luang Prabang (4 stars) - Palace Superior Room or similar

Day 4 · Luang Prabang: Alms-giving Ceremony, Morning Market, Pak Ou Caves & Local Villages

  1. Alms Giving Ceremony

    one hour

    Today, rise early and follow your guide to immerse yourself in alms-giving ceremony. After the ritual, return to the hotel for breakfast and then enjoy a stroll around the Morning Market.

  2. Pak Ou Caves

    3 hours Admission included

    Then, your guide will accompany you to board a boat bound for Pak Ou Caves. En route, disembark and have a short visit to Ban Xang Hai Village, where you can sample the local lao-lao whisky and discover how the rice wine is traditionally distilled. Afterward, continue boating to the caves.

  3. Stop 3

    one hour

    On the way back, drop by Ban Xang Khong Village to catch a glimpse of how the local saa paper is manufactured. Finally, your guide will escort you back to your hotel.

Victoria Xieng Thong Palace, Luang Prabang (4 stars) - Palace Superior Room or similar

Day 5 · Luang Prabang Natural Exploration to Kuang Si Falls & Black Hmong Ethnic Village

  1. Kuang Si Falls

    3 hours Admission included

    After breakfast, your guide will pick you up at the hotel and take you to Kuang Si Falls, one highlight of your Luang Prabang tour package. Kuang Si Falls consist of several small waterfalls which look like a white stairway leading to the top of a green mountains. Then you will be escorted to the Black Hmong Ethnic Village to admire the distinctive ethnic culture and exotic buildings.

  2. Luang Prabang

    2 hours

    Next, we’ll visit a Black Hmong ethnic village and learn about their everyday lives. Finally, your guide will escort you back to your hotel.

Victoria Xieng Thong Palace, Luang Prabang (4 stars) - Palace Superior Room or similar

Day 6 · Luang Prabang Departure, Airport See-off

  1. Stop 1

    30 min

    After breakfast, your driver will escort you to the airport and see you off there. We wish you have a pleasant trip!

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Wattay

We will pick you up at the airport in Vientiane and see you off at the airport in Luang Prabang.

Using your ticket

  • You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler
  • Confirmation will be received within 24 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes

Traveller ratings

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