An optional early start gives you the fantastic opportunity to participate in the daily morning alms giving ritual to saffron clad monks. This tradition is unique to Laos, being the only Buddhist nation still preserving this procession.

After breakfast, we visit The National Museum at the former Royal Palace, which displays a lovely collection of artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture throughout the ages. Find out firsthand why Luang Prabang is well-known for more than its gilded temples. We will make sure to visit the city's oldest temple, Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xieng Thong where you can see the impressive “tree of life” mosaic set in colored glass.

From there, we board an upstream cruise on the Mekong River, which gives us a panoramic view of the tranquil countryside. We’ll make sure to stop at the Pak Ou Caves, sanctuaries consisting of two large caverns, both repositories for thousands of Buddha images. We will also stop at a few villages during the day, including Ban Muangkham where the local riverweed is produced

Enjoys a spectacular sunset on the Mekong river during the cruise back. Overnight in Luang Prabang

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, we climb up to the top of Mount Phousi for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a panoramic view of the city

Afterwards, we continue our excursion to the beautiful Kuang Si Fall. En route, stop to visit some ethnic minority villages and see how these colorful people live. We then continue to the beautiful Kuangsi Waterfalls where you can swim in the turquoise pools or walk along forest paths. If you wish, we also visit the Asian bears at the Bear Rescue Center along the jungle walk to the waterfall.

Return to the city we take a short visit to the Ock Pop Tock Living Craft Center, set serenely close to the Mekong, this beautiful, traditionally styled workshop, where weavers, spinners and batik makers produce top-quality fabrics, offers free tours every half-hour and observe the sunset over the Mekong River. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

After Breakfast, we catch an express train to Vang Vieng. Rather than a town, Vang Vieng is a large village where the real highlight is the undeniable beauty of the karst landscape and the unexplored caves, some of which have names that recur in local mythology and are said to be inhabited by spirits.

On arrival in Vang Vieng we visit Tham Chang Cave, the most famous and full of fascinating stories. It was once used as an impregnable refuge during the devastating raids of northern Chinese predators. An electrical system now lights the way to the upper cave from where you can see the superb surrounding landscape and the Nam Song River through a gap in the limestone wall.

We then get a long tail boat for an hour long cruise on Nam Song river. Here, you will see the beautiful sunset over the river with picturesque scenery of Vang Vieng. After docking at the boat station you will be transferred back to your hotel. Overnight in Vang Vieng.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Cross the Nam Song River and starting off the day with passing rice paddies toward Namxay view point. This is one of the best spots for a breath taking view of Vang Vieng and the climb is roughly 20-30mins. Upon arriving at the summit, you will have a curious opportunity to take a photo with the motorbike mysteriously placed for your Instagram moment. Soak in the amazing views of the jagged limestone cliffs, lush forests and rice fields while catching your breath and relaxing in the hammocks. We then move to visit Tham Phoukham caves, the country’s beautiful and famous limestone caverns surrounded by forest. There is a small natural pool in front of the caves where you can swim and refresh yourself from the heat.

Continuing drive to Blue Lagoon 3 which is in popularity with its round-shaped natural pool, it has two bamboo rafts floating on the lagoon and a huge horizontal tree walk, where you can test your balancing skills .

Return to the town we continue our drive to Vientiane Capital. Vientiane is a charming and fascinating place, with an interesting mix of Lao, Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese, French, and American influences. This charming and easygoing city will provide a smooth introduction to the country. The rest of the day is free at your leisure to explore. Overnight in Vientiane

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Today we begin to see the major sights of the capital, including Wat Sisaket, which contains more than 8000 Buddha statues, Wat Ho Prakeo the former home of the Emerald Buddha statue and That Luang Stupa, the single most important monument in Laos. We also see the Patuxay (Lao Arc de Triomphe), which was built in commemoration of those who died during past wars and today it is the city’s main landmark.

In the afternoon we transfer out to see Buddha Park, a scattered and enchanting collection of Buddhist and Hindu sculptures near the Friendship Bridge. There are approximately 200 religious images here. Observing the spectacular sunset view over the Mekong River is a perfect way to finish the day. Overnight in Vientiane.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Today, we will take an early flight to Pakse. On arrival in Pakse airport, you will be taken by road east into the Bolaven Plateau. The Bolaven Plateau is known for its cooler temperature being located high above the Mekong Valley. Our first stop is to visit Houey Ten, a Katu village specializing in knifemaking. We then stop tea& coffee plantation, followed by a stop at Tad Fan Waterfall, a picturesque twin chute waterfall. Next we explore another interesting minority village, Ban Bong Neua, an Alak village, that boasts a sacrificial alter. After have a short visit to Tadlo waterfall, we continue our tour of the Bolevan Plateau and visit the ethnic minority villages of Lao Teung. Overnight in Bolavens

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, we continue to travel to Champasak and visit Wat Phou (mountain temple) is a site that dates back to the 5th century. The original temple was built by the Khmer Hindus at the top of a hill at the site of a fresh water spring. The peak of the hill is said to resemble a lingum or Shiva Phallus. The exact history of Wat Phu is unclear, but was certainly the site of a temple of the Khmer empire that eventually made Ankor Wat its capital.  The temple is stunning, and very remote, with superb views of the Mekong valley. At the top of the temple site are a number of carved rocks, resembling a crocodile, a naga and an elephant. It is believed that these rocks were used for human sacrifice. Afterwards, we continue our journey by road to the 4000 Islands area. Overnight in Donkhong island

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, we continue our exploration of the area of the 4000 islands by boat and explore Khone Island. Here we begin by re-tracing the French colonial-past at Ban Khone, where some old colonial houses still stand and glimpse the first Lao railway with its own locomotive. We also visit the beautiful Liphi waterfall, also known as the Samphamith, which forms a natural border between Lao and Cambodia. Return to Ban Nakasang and drive to the famous waterfall of Khone Phapeng - the largest waterfall in South East Asia, also known as the 'Niagara of the east'. Overnight in Donekhong Island

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, free day at your own exploration until transfer to the airport for departure

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