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Essential Laos   by Huongviet

Day 1 : ARRIVAL - VIENTIANE Wat Sisaket
Meet on arrival and you are welcome to Vientiane, the city of the moon - an ancient city, situated on the bend on the left bank of the Mekong as the largest city and the capital of Laos. Transfer to hotel for check-in.
In the afternoon, we take a sightseeing tour of Vientiane, to visit religious museums of Wat Sisaket, the oldest temple to have been survived from the Siamese war of 1828 and its cloister contains more than 8000 Buddha statues; Wat Ho Prakeo, the former home-temple of the Emerald Buddha statue or Pra Keo, but today it contains a collection of Buddha statues, antiques and all artifacts found in around Vientiane; That Luang Stupa, the single most important monument in Laos, which was built to cover the original small stupa containing a piece of the chest bone of Buddha; Patouxay (Arch de Triumph), built quite recently in commemoration of those who died during the wars in the past and it is today as the land-mark of Vientiane.
Meals: None.
Transport: Private air-conditioned.
Accommodation: Hotel.

Day 2 : VIENTIANE - LUANG PRABANG
Breakfast at hotel, if time permits, we will visit the Morning Market, the biggest shopping center in Vientiane. we depart to Wattay airport for departure to Luang Prabang, the ancient first capital of Lane Xang kingdom, the center of religious life in Laos and today the World Heritage City. Arrive in Luang Prabang and transfer to our hotel for check-in.
In the afternoon, we take a sightseeing tour of the sacred city of temples, of which nearly fifty temples still remain in the town and surrounding areas. Visit Wat Visoun, the 16th century temple served as a small museum for religious artifacts; Wat Aham, the early 19th century temple, whose two guardian figures at the foot of the steps which represent two characters from the Ramayana - Hanuman, the Monkey God and a fierce Yaksa; Wat Xiengthong, the 16th century temple which, more than any temples in Luang Prabang, epitomizes all the elegance and grace of Luang Prabang architecture; Phousi Hill, the 328 steps leads to the summit of Phousi hill that dominates the sky-line of Luang Prabang overlooking the finest panoramic view in the whole Luang Prabang.
Meals: B.
Transport: Private air conditioned, Airplane.
Accommodation: Hotel.

Pak Ou CaveDay 3 : LUANG PRABANG - PAK OU CAVE
Following breakfast, we depart hotel to the boat landing, and take an excursion (a few hours) by boat, upstream on the Mekong to visit Pak Ou cave in the side of a lime stone cliff and opposite of the mouth of the Mekong and Ou rivers. The sanctuaries at Pak Ou consist of two large caves, both repositories for thousands of Buddha images, which range from mere centimeter to two meters in height.
En route, Lao typical villages are barely visible behind a screen of foliage. Slender canoes bobbing by the shore, bamboo poles and floats mark the location of nets and fish traps. Our first stop will be at Ban Muangkeo, a well-known village for Lao traditional rice whisky, namely Laoh-Khao to be distilled. We are welcome to taste it and also take away. Lunch is served at a riverside restaurant.
We arrive back at Luang Prabang in late afternoon, and continue to drive outskirt of town to visit Ban Xangkhong, a well-known village for its wood paper making and also Lao silk weavings with natural dyes.
Meals: B, L.
Transport: Private air conditioned, boat.
Accommodation: Hotel.

Day 4 : LUANG PRABANG - KUANGSI WATERFALL
An morning breakfast, before we take a drive (30 km South) to visit Kuangsi Waterfall, which, though not very high, is spectacular and really beautiful with its green surroundings as the preserved National park. We stop en-route, stop to visit a fresh produced market namely Talad Phosy, and also visit Ban Na Oune, a small village of a hill-tribe group ?Hmong?, probably the best-known minority group in Laos. Just before arriving at Kuangsi waterfall, there is another village of Khmu minority group, namely Ban Tha Pane that we will visit.
Our picnic lunch is served at the shady park nearby Kuangsi waterfall. There is plenty of time for relaxing and a swim in cool water, before we head back to Luang Prabang in the late afternoon. The rest of the day is spent by visiting various craft-shops, including silver smiths? and also Hmong market in town, where some skilled embroidery-works of Hmong ladies can be seen.
Meals: B, L.
Transport: Private air conditioned.
Accommodation: Hotel.

Day 5 : LUANG PRABANG - DEPARTURE
After breakfast, we depart hotel to visit the National Museum, the former Royal Palace which houses the collection of valuables including the famous Prabang Buddha statue, gifts received from foreign dignitaries?etc, if time permits, the rest of the day is spent free for own experience in this charming town, till transfer to Luang Prabang airport for departure to next destination.
Meals: B.
Transport: Private air conditioned.
Accommodation: None.

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Want to know what's around Luang Prabang? Head out and see Laos' Elephants and Hilltribe Folk   by Exotissimo Travel

Luang Prabang is truly a picturesque city (or town, as some may call it) worthy of its UNESCO World Heritage status. The city is well known for its glittering and graceful temples and monasteries as well as old colonial structures and tree-lined boulevards. There is also so much more to see around the town's vicinity, which Exotissimo is more than happy to take you to see and experience.

If you love trekking, elephants and witnessing a lifestyle and culture unchanged for generations, then check out Exotissimo's Trek and Hilltribe Discovery day trip program. First stop, Elephant Village. Learn about these gentle giants as you interact with the mahouts and ride Laos' most revered animal. This is as close to seeing and experiencing these animals in the wild as you can get from actually venturing out into the wild.

You'd better have those hiking shoes on because you will now use them! After your elephant experience and a boat ride across the Nam Khan River, your trek will officially start. Walk through the Lao countryside as you make your way to Kamu villages. Kamus are originally Lao people, so these very villages may have been here for hundreds upon hundreds of years.

The next leg of your trek takes you to a Hmong village. These guys are expert weavers, which you can tell just by looking at their elaborate and distinguishable clothes. Feel free to ask about their skills and history as you sit down for lunch at one of their houses. Afterwards, check out the village a little bit more where more of the Hmong's traditional lifestyle and culture are revealed to you.

Your enlightenment of Laos' ethnic groups does not end there. On your way back to your hotel, make a stop at the Traditional Art and Ethnology Center. This museum is dedicated to the ethnic cultures in Laos, being the country's first exhibition dedicated to the collection, preservation, and interpretation of its traditional arts and lifestyles.

Does this one day adventure tour sound enticing to you? If it does, why not add it to one of our Laos tour? These programs have been carefully built so you can fully experience the highlights of this spectacular country as well as the lesser known destinations often passed on by the main tourist trails. Just contact us if you have any questions about Laos and how to combine our tours and day trips.

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Established in 1993, Exotissimo Travel is a well known Tour Operator with 16 offices throughout Southeast Asia. We have the expertise and connections to create your perfect tours in Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Indonesia at the best possible price.


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Explore Laos During Your Southeast Holiday   

by Mark Lee

 We all know of contagious relaxed atmosphere Laos. During your tour to this magnificent holiday destination you can visit Luang Prabang, UNESCO World Heritage city. The city is full of fine blend of majestic temples, traditional wooden houses which showcases Laos and European architecture all within a green environment in what is perhaps the cleanest city cleaner and on the continent. And people, well, sure know how to convey that relaxed attitude, right? But what if you want to fight this relaxed state of mind? Let us see here some of the guidelines before you plan your tour to Laos:

Important Place to Visit:
If you are visiting Asia, don not forget to visit Luang Stupa (symbol Laos). It is one of the holy Buddhist sites of the country. Another important place to visit is Ho Pratuxai Prakeo. Wat Sisaket and Wat Xieng Khoan are also one of the most renowned tourist places which you must not forget to visit during your Laos tours.

Leisure Tour: Planning a holiday in Laos is cheap and reasonably priced. You can book a tour and get everything organized for you. This will save time and money. You do not have to worry about where to stay and what to see. There are many tour operators who can take care of everything you only need to enjoy the view of the surroundings.

Business tour: Vientiane, the capital of this beautiful country is center of business. Being the center point of economic lots of people came here to trade even you can trade in other places cities like Luang Prabang and Pakse. But before hiding to the city make sure to book your hotel room. Because it will not only save your valuable time but also your hard earned. There are wide variety of accommodation is available here to fit any budget. If you want five star accommodations in a hotel or hostel simple, you can easily find a line. Hotel Novotel, Villa Santi Hotel, La Residence Phou Vao etc. are some of the well known hotels where you can enjoy your stay.

Adventure tour: Many young backpackers from around the world come to Laos to enjoy the peaceful lifestyle, undisturbed nature and beautiful landscape. Vang Vieng is ideal destination for backpackers. It lays 70 km north of Vientiane and is a bus service back and forth every day. You can also be reached by taxi or private car. You can enjoy various outdoor activities like kayaking, rafting, canoeing, swimming and diving in the river. You can also go for Luang Prabang tours for an adventure tour.

Luang Prabang one of the most popular destination for adventure lovers, here you can enjoy river rafting in Nam Ou River and enjoy scenic rafting experience. Although if you have not done rafting you need not panic at all for the rapids are calm enough for beginners to pick up. You can also stay at a village and learn about the villagers' rich traditions and colorful cultures during Luang Prabang travel.

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"Luang Prabang - French Colonial city on the Mekong" Alinmattrtw2005's photos around Luang Prabang


 

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"Chiang Mai Flower Parade, Luang Prabang, Loas" Coolican's photos around Luang Prabang (vacation)


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Luang Prabang reasonable hotels?

I am contemplating a long weekend in Luang Prabang in May I don't want to pay too much for a hotel/guest house room and would like the hotel to be in teh centre of town. Anybody have any suggestions?

Maybe you can try one of these hotels..I don't know which part you are going to,..downtown or province..

Mekong Riverview Hotel, Luang Prabang


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Driving to Luang Prabang from Vientiane Laos?

Next month IM planning to drive to Luang Prabang from Vientiane, we will be in a large 4x4 jeep.

I was wondering what if there are any safety and crime issues on this route? I have heard horror stories about unmade roads and bandits but wasnt sure if this was still true.

Also, what driving documents are needed in Laos? The car is my Thai Girlfriends, I have a UK Driving license, do I need special insurance?

All info welcome.

not a smart move on your part. believe they still have land mines.

A taste of Luang Prabang


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whats the best way to get from Chang Mai to Vientiane?

Hi Im backpacking at the end of the year, flying into Bangkok and working my way north to laos. (2 spend some time in Vientiane then luang prabang)
I was thinking of catching a train from Bangkok to either Chang Mai or Chang Rai after that I'm stuck so any suggestions would be really helpful
Thanks

oh and I'm a uni student so it would be on a budget

Take a bus from Chang Mai is about 1700B only. check the tour shop at Tapae Gate in Chang Mai . I was in Chang Mai many times about 12 x so i know.A bus is better becos is faster & more comfortable generally then train.Hotel in Chang Mai is as cheap as 99B only if u know where. but i know.it is near chiangmai gate a inn call Happy family or some thing like that . is green in colour.


I have many Thai friends too. Remember never trust a taxi driver in BKK.becos u don't speak Thai. I am a asian & Thailand is my hot spot so this country is a pardise and also a hell for some.

Becareful of HIV too. & women there will take $ out of u just becareful.

Kouangsi Waterfall near Luang Prabang, Laos


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Show your Big Heart by Helping Luang Prabang; while letting this Magnificent Place Enthrall You

Laos is perhaps one of the world's least travelled countries. Meaning? It is a land so untouched by the outside world that the word exotic rings true here. Laos is a land where beautiful natural scenes dominate, guaranteeing a true natural and tropical wonderland. It is a country where its lifestyles remain intact, despite today's rapidly changing and modern world. The country is a land with a unique and beautiful culture, presented in its original grandeur. However, Laos also needs some help. Make a positive impact while on holiday, put a smile on some faces and help preserve some of the country's natural beauties.

Be a Luang Prabang citizen the moment you enter this marvelous city. Revel in the UNESCO Heritage Town's temples, colonial flair, tree-lined boulevards and cleanliness. Head to the riverside temple of Wat Prabat Tai for a sunset game of petanque with the locals, one of their favorite pastimes.

The town is best explored by bike, and that is exactly what you will be doing. And not just a regular bike, an electric-bike will be used, an eco-friendly and fun way to see the city's main sites as well as some hidden areas. You'll also visit non-profit organizations such as the Traditional Arts & Ethnology Center and Ock Pop Tock and get a taste of local life with a visit to the Phousy Market and a traditional Lao lunch.

Immerse yourself in the local culture today by partaking in the early morning Buddhist alms procession and an evening Animist and Pre-Buddhist Baci ceremony. You'll definitely learn about the country's culture and religion via these enlightening and interesting cultural events.

Let that magical Laos nature enthrall you, and there's no better place to do that than at Kuang Si Falls. Swim in its cool pools, take a refreshing trek around the waterfall or enjoy a picnic lunch nearby. While here, visit a rescue center for sunbears where you will learn more about efforts to preserve this unique animal.

Pak Ou Caves is certainly a place you have never experienced before. This cave is filled with thousands of lacquered and gold Buddha images, placed here by the religion's followers throughout the years.

Later on, help out some children at a local village. How? You will donate some Lao-language books to the underprivileged kids there. Your action will ensure a brighter future for these children and the warm and appreciative smiles of the villagers will leave you with fond memories of your responsible holiday in Laos.

If you have a big heart and would like to make a difference while on holiday in Southeast Asia, then take a look at our responsible travel tours. Working with local charities, we'll also showcase the beauty of the region, from a culturally and naturally standpoint. Southeast Asia will have a special place in your heart, that's for sure.

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Established in 1993, Exotissimo Travel is a well known Tour Operator in Asia. We have the expertise and connections to create your perfect inspirational tours as well as customized programs in Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Indonesia and Japan at the best possible price. Your experience guarantees stops to the main sites as well as the hidden spots, giving you a true sense of the culture and rewarding you with unforgettable memories.

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