According to myth, the city of Vientiane was created by the Naga Souvannanak. Vientiane was an ancient city whose territories covered both banks of the Mekong River. The first name of Vientiane was “Ban Nong Khanthae Phiseuanam” village, which later became “Vientiane” town under the leadership of the first Governor, Bourichan or Phraya Chanthabouly Pasitthisak, between 430-120 B.C.

Tour Information

  • Tour Code: EWH-11
  • Length: 11D / 10N
  • From: Vientiane
  • Finish: Siem Reap

Tour Price

$1048price per pax

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Date Activities Meal
Day 1Upon arrival, meet your guide transfer to your hotelNone
Day 2Visit the major sights of the capitalB, L, D
Day 3Visit Buddha ParkB, L, D
Day 4We board a short afternoon flight to XiengkhouangB, L, D
Day 5Visit the Plain of JarsB, L, D
Day 6Visit Central Market of Phonsavanh to watch different Hill TribesB, L, D
Day 7Visit the impressive stupa of Wat VisounB, L, D
Day 8You can swim, relax, soft trek to the top of the fallB, L, D
Day 9Enjoy a cruise upstream on the Mekong RiverB, L, D
Day 10Visit the elephant camp at Ban AnnB, L
Day 11Flight time to transfer you to airport for your departureB
Day 1
Transport
Meals:None
Upon arrival, meet your guide transfer to your hotel

Detailed Itinerary: Welcome to Vientiane. Upon arrival, meet your guide transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Vientiane.

Day 2
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Visit the major sights of the capital

Detailed Itinerary: After a breakfast, we start visiting the major sights of the capital; including the oldest Wat Sisaket, the temple with thousands of miniature Buddha statues and the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Image. On the way to the famous and sacred structure of That Luang Stupa, we stop to take some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument, which is well known as Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph. Over night in Vientiane.

Day 3
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Visit Buddha Park

Detailed Itinerary: After breakfast, we start to visit the major sight out of town about 30 km, visit Buddha Park, a blend of Buddhist and Hindu sculptures created by mystical monk on parkland located by the Mekong River and the impressive Lao- Thai Friendship Bridge. En route stop at Lao/Thai Bridge, taking photos before continue to the park. Late afternoon return to the town and transfer to your hotel

Day 4
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
We board a short afternoon flight to Xiengkhouang

Detailed Itinerary: We board a short afternoon flight to Xiengkhouang, which was devastated by American bombing between 1964 and 1973. Upon arrival, we transfer you to your hotel.

Day 5
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Visit the Plain of Jars

Detailed Itinerary: After breakfast drive out to visit the Plain of Jars, an impressive archaeological site where hundreds of large stone jars are littered all over the plateau. We also have time, this afternoon seeing the old capital of Muang Khoun Province and the nearby villages, home to the Hmong hill tribe and Tai Dam people. They have an interesting local culture and a colorful history. Overnight in Phonsavanh.

Day 6
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Visit Central Market of Phonsavanh to watch different Hill Tribes

Detailed Itinerary: Early morning, we visit Central Market of Phonsavanh to watch different Hill Tribes to barter and exchange merchandises. Then heading out the this small town to Luang Prabang about 30 6KM, on the way, we drop off and see a site more than 200 years old Buddha images in Thampra and varied Hmong and varied hill tribe minority villages along the road. They are nice, friendly and welcome you to visit. After a photo stop, we continue driving up hill, enjoying mountain splendid natural scenery, forest and landscape. After a tea or coffee break at Sala Phoukhoun, where the T-junction of bordering meets Vientiane-Xiengkhouang-Luang Prabang. The journey will take us over mountainous region to Luang Prabang. The tranquility and charm of this town with its splendid natural scenery and cultural sights make it one of the most delightful places to visit in Laos. After checking into hotel, Overnight at Luang Prabang.

Day 7
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun

Detailed Itinerary: After breakfast, take a short flight to Luang prabang. Upon arrival meet your guide, transfer to your hotel. After a short break visit National museum, we visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine of Wat Aham, Wat Mai; visit Wat Xieng Thong, we then climb up to the top of Phousi Mount for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a beautiful sunset view of the city and the Mekong River. From there, we explore Street Night Market, where you can find the lovely collection and handmade textile by local and hill tribe people surrounding Luang Prabang. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 8
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
You can swim, relax, soft trek to the top of the fall

Detailed Itinerary: After breakfast drive out of town 30KM to the beautifull Kuang Sii Fall, where you can swim, relax, soft trek to the top of the fall. On return short stop at Black Hmong Village, where hill tribe hand-made handicraft as souveniors for visitors pass by. Arrive in the town, transfer to your hotel. Overnight at same hotel.

Day 9
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Enjoy a cruise upstream on the Mekong River

Detailed Itinerary: After breakfast, we enjoy a cruise upstream on the Mekong River, which also gives us a beautiful view of the tranquil countryside as well as an interesting visit to the mysterious of Pak Ou Caves, crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes. Along the way, we stop at the village of Ban Xanghai, where they make the distillation of local rice wine. On return, we take a short drive to Ban Xang Khong, well known for its hand weaving. Overnight in Luang Prabang

Day 10
Transport
Meals:B, L
Visit the elephant camp at Ban Ann

Detailed Itinerary: After breakfast, drive out of town visit the elephant camp at Ban Ann. En route stop at famous and well-known village, Ban Phom Nom, almost of those villagers are weavers. They used to be servants and made handicraft souvenirs for the last king of Laos. Another stop at Henrimouhot monument at Kang Noon, a French man, who founded Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, but he died at Kang Noon when he moved to Laos for his discovery as Mararia. Then continue to the camp, Arrival, your guide brief about those elephants about original come from and daily living condition, and take some vegetables for those elephant. Take an elephant ride for one hour and washing elephant 30minutes at Karn river before Return to the town transfer you to your hotel.

Day 11
Transport
Meals:B
Flight time to transfer you to airport for your departure

Detailed Itinerary: After breakfast relax until your flight time to transfer you to airport for your departure. End of trip.

Category 2 pax 4-6 pax 7-9 pax 10-15 pax Sgl
Price Per Person in USD from 1st May - 30 Sept, 2011
Superior 3* 1441 1154 1057 1048 250
First Class 4* 1576 1290 1193 1184 357
Deluxe 5* 1889 1602 1506 1496 605
Luxury 5+* 2487 2201 2104 2095 1090
Price Per Person in USD in the party/ from 1st Oct, 2011 - 30 Apr, 2012
Superior 3* 1537 1246 1147 1138 280
First Class 4* 1733 1441 1343 1333 428
Deluxe 5* 2210 1919 1826 1817 813
Luxury 5+* 2933 2641 2543 2533 1381
Accommodation/Cruise Boat Mid-range 3* Hotel Superior 4* Hotel Deluxe 5* Hotel
Vientiane Inter City Boutique, Lao Orchid, Ramayana Gallery Mercure Vientiane, Lao Plaza, Sabaidee Lao, Salana Boutique Don Chan Palace, Settha Palace, Green Park Boutique
Luang Prabang Manoluck Hotel, Ancient Hotel, Villa Chitdara Villa Santi Hotel & Santi Resort, The Grand Luang Prabang , The Chang Heritage Shinta Mani , Le Palais Juliana, Les 3 Nagas, Maison Souvannaphoum Colours Of Angsana
Vang Vieng Thavonsouk Bungalows, Elephant Crossing Resort Vansana Hotel, Villa Namsong
Xieng Khoang Vansana Hotel, Anoulack Khen Lao Hotel
Champasak Pakse Hotel, Pon Arena  Hotel-Khong island Champasaka Grand Hotel, Champasak Palace
Savannakhet Huong Thip Hotel Daosavanh Resort

Trip Included

  • Transports with skillful driver
  • English speaking guide (Other languages on request)
  • Entry fees
  • Mineral drinking water
  • Current supplement flight included airport Tax Vientiane-Xieng Khuang
  • Meals as listed in program (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
  • Accommodation in twin/double sharing with daily breakfast
  • Service charges
  • Private Boat trip to Ou Cave
  • Elephant ride

Trip Excluded

  • Visa fee upon arrival
  • Insurance
  • Personal expense does not include in program (laundry, telephone, shopping…)
  • Domestic & International flight tickets
  • Tipping/ Gratuities
  • Single supplement
  • Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities (typhoon, floods), flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes etc.
  • Beverages and other meals do not indicate in the program
  • Early check-in and late check-out at all hotels

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