Day 01: Arrival – Pakse – Khong Islands (-/-/D)

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On arrival at the airport, you will be met and transferred directly onto a traditional boat for a 2-hour cruise to Champassak. Disembark at this accient town, known as Champa Kingdom; continue by car to Wat Phou, another World Heritage Site in Laos. In the afternoon you will drive to Don Khone, an area of 4000 islands. This area of the river is also famous for being the home to the endangered Irrawaddy dolphins. En route, we stop to visit the ruins of the Khmer temple of Oup Mong at Ban Houei Tomo and continue driving to Don Khone Island at Ban Nakasung pier to board a long tailed motor boat to the peaceful Don Khone Island. Overnight on Don Khone Island

Day 02: Khong Islands-Elephant ride at Phou Asa-Pakse (B/-/-)

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This morning, we begin by re-tracing the French colonial-past at Ban Khone.Continue our exploration of the area of the 4000 islands leisurely by boat and visit the most beautiful Liphi waterfall, also known as the Samphamith, which forms a natural border between Lao and Cambodia. If we have luck, we may catch a glimpse of the rare freshwater Irrawaddy Mekong dolphin at Ban Hang Khone. Visit another famous waterfall of Khone Phapeng in Ban Nakasang. In the afternoon we drive to Pakse and on the way stop in Phou Asa to visit the vestiges of the temple dating back to the 18th century. [if time permits and elephants available] We may get a chance to experience elephant riding for 2hrs through forest paths. Overnight in Paske

Day 03: Pakse – Boloven Plateau – Tadlo waterfall (B/-/-)

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After breakfast we make an excursion to Tadlo via the plateau of Boloven, where tea and coffee plantations produce the famous Lao coffee. You wil have a opportunity to observe the traditional coffee and tea makers. En route we visit the ethnic villages of Ban Tateng to experience the traditional lifestyles of the Alack, Katu and Nge tribes. We continue to visit the charming village of Tadlo where you will be transferred to the Tadlo resort. You can enjoy swimming in the pool of the Tadlo waterfall which is situated close to the resort. Overnight in Tadlo


Day 04: Tadlo waterfall – Pakse – Vientiane (Flight) (B/-/-)

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In the early morning we drive to Pakse to board a flight to Vientiane. Upon arrival, you are met and transferred to our centrally located hotel. A city tour acquaints us with the major sights of the capital. We visit the sacred Wat Sisaket the oldest temple with thousands of miniature Buddha statues and the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo which previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Image. We also visit the Laos' national icon of That Luang Stupa and stop to take some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument.  We enjoy a sunset by the Mekong Riverside in the evening. Overnight in Vientiane


Day 05: Vientiane – Luang Prabang (B/-/-)

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Today, we transfer to the airport for the short flight to Luang Prabang, which is perhaps the best-preserved traditional city in Southeast Asia. After checking into your hotel, we visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrines of Wat Aham and Wat Mai, we then climb up to the top of Mount Phousi to explore the sacred, gilded stupa as well as have a beautiful view of the city and the Mekong River at sunset. From there, we explore the Night Market, where you can browse a lovely selection of handmade textiles made by the local people and hill tribes surrounding Luang Prabang. Overnight in Luang Prabang


Day 06: Luang Prabang – Pak Ou Caves (B/-/-)

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Today, we enjoy a short-guided tour of the city’s oldest temple Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its sweeping low roofs, which represents the classical architecture of Luang Prabang temple. We then embark on a boat journey upstream along the Mekong River, which also gives us a beautiful view of the tranquil countryside as well as an interesting visit to the mysterious Pak Ou Caves. En route, we stop at the village of Ban Xanghai, where the local speciality of rice wine is produced. Once back in Luang Prabang city we take a short drive to Ban Phanom, well known for its hand weaving. Overnight in Luang Prabang

Day 07: Luang Prabang - Departure (B/-/-)

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After breakfast, we visit the National Museum (closed Tuesdays), which was once a king's palace. Displayed inside this museum is a collection of personal artifacts from the royal family, including photos, musical instruments, and many gifts received from the dignitaries of foreign countries. You are then transferred to the airport for your departure.

Trip Price Included

•      6 nights' accommodation in Superior room with daily breakfast
•      Domestic flight from Paske to Vientiane
•      Boat trip as stated in above sights
•      Professional English speaking Tour guide
•      Admission fee to indicated sights
•      Gov’s tax and service charge

Trip Price Excluded

•      Visa stamping fee on arrival
•      All air tickets in/to/from Laos
•      Travel Insurance in all kinds
•      Lunch or dinner unless where stated
•      Single room (quoted separately)
•      Other foreign language guide
•      Peak tourist season or special event rates
•      Tip, drinks and other personal expenses

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