Day 01: Arrival - Vientiane (-/ -/ -) 

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On arrival in Vientiane Capital, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. A city tour acquaints us with the capital and after freshening up, we start visiting some the major sights, including the oldest temple Wat Sisaket, an amazing structure featuring remarkable frescoes and Buddha images; the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo. Enroute to Lao’s national precious heritage, the famous and sacred structure of That Luang Stupa, you will have the opportunity to take some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument, which is well known as Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph. Overnight in Vientiane

Day 02: Vientiane - Luang Namtha (Flight)  (B/ -/ -)

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The journey northwards begins as we board our flight to Luang Namtha, a province sharing its border with China and Myanmar. Luang Namtha is located on the banks of the Namtha River is a land of rugged mountains and beautiful tropical forests. Today Luang Namtha is populated with over twenty ethnic groups, making this region one of the most ethnically diverse provinces in Laos. No activities are planned for the rest of the day so you can stroll around the town or just relax at the riverside retreat until the briefing about our upcoming trekking days. Overnight in Luang Namtha

Day 03: Luang Namtha – Ban Nalan ( B/ L/ D)

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Heading out of the town, we take a short drive to Ban Chalernsuk, a Khmu minority village 20 kilometres away from Luang Namtha.  Trek into this beautiful mountain region. Todays trekking may be tough at times with some steep uphill and down hill climbs, but the experience is unique and rewarding. Arrive at Ban Nalan by late afternoon, here we have a chance to understand a little more about the local culture and their daily lifestyle as we spend time with a Khmu family. We enjoy a local dinner and will reside as guests at the Khmu family house, the best way to experience authentic village life.

Day 04: Ban Nalan – Ban Namlu – Luang Namtha (B/ -/ -)

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Today trekking leads us along the bank of the river to Ban Namkoy, passing picturesque landscape of forests and rice fields. The forests here vary from a few isolated trees to overgrown bamboo. Embark on a three-hour walk uphill  at Ban Namkoy village. This trek is a real challenge; however some prior physical preparation will enable you to maximize your enjoyment from the walk. At the small village of Ban Namlu, drive back towards Luang Namtha Town. Overnight in Luang Namtha


Day 05: Luang Namtha – Moung Sing (B/ -/ -)

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Early this morning, we travel by road to Moung Sing, also home to various hilltribe communities. We stop along the way at the Akha hill tribe village. This ethnic group originally lived in China but immigrated into Laos over a century ago. They are very poor, but have a vibrant culture and an interesting history. We depart this village, heading westbound, travelling over bumpy roads to Chinese border, stronling around and visiting hill tribe villages. In late afternoon, we drive back to Muong Sing with a stopover at the Lantern minority village. Overnight at Moung Sing

Day 06: Muong Sing – Oudomxay (Road) ( B/ -/ -)

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Early morning, we visit the bustling colorful Morning Market and the impressive ethnologic museum, dedicated to region’s ethnic minorities. We then continue on to Oudomxay. Our splendid journey downhill passes numerous small villages en-route visit Khmu and Lantere. On arrival at Oudomxay you will be transferred to your hotel before we commence our sightseeing tour of the town, which includes a visit to the stupa of Santhiphap that overlooks this bustling center of local trade and commerce. Overnight in Oudomxay


Day 07: Oudomxay – Nong Khiow - Luang Prabang (Road+River) (B/ -/ -)

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Today, drive to Nong Khiow, where we board a traditional boat down the Nam Ou River to Luang Prabang. This tranquil town with its gleaming temple roofs, fading colonial architecture and stunning mountain backdrop has been claimed by UNESCO to be“the best preserved traditional city in South East Asia”. En route we visit the mysterious Pak Ou Caves where thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues are crammed into the two caves carved out of a towering limestone cliff. Continue down river to Ban Sang Hay village to sample the local rice wine known as Lao Lao. Arrive in Luang Prabang in the late afternoon and transfer to your hotel.

Day 08: Luang Prabang – City Tour (B/ -/ -)

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Your full day city tour begins after breakfast, with a visit to the Royal Palace Museum. We then enjoy a short-guided tour seeing the city’s oldest temple of Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong, also visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine of Wat Aham. Following lunch, we visit the Arts and Ethnology Centre to learn about Laos’ many ethnic cultures before we head out of town to see the weaving villages of Ban Xiengkhong and Ban Xienglek. We then return to the city for a visit to Wat Mai, 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 at sunset and the Mekong River. The tour ends after a visit to the famous Night Market. Overnight in Luang Prabang
Day 09: Luang Prabang – Vang Vieng – Vientiane (Road) (B/ -/ -)

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After breakfast, we leave this charming city in the early morning for our journey to Vang Vieng. Our journey will be strenuous as we drive along one of the most scenic but also one of the roughest routes in Asia. In the afternoon we arrive in Vang Vieng, a small and tranquil town, which is nestled on a bend of the Nam Song River. Its stunning scenery with a mixture of quiet water and limestone outcrops remains unspoiled, despite recent developments with the advent of tourism. After exploring this peaceful and dream-like city, we continue our journey to Vientiane capital. We arrive in Vientiane by late evening. Over night in Vientiane

Day 10: Vientiane – Departure (B/ -/ -)

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After breakfast, you are free until your transfer to the airport.

Trip Price Included

•      8 nights' accomodation in superior room and 1 night on homestay with daily breakfast,1 lunch and 1 dinner
•      Domestic flight from Vientiane to Luang Namtha
•      Boat trip down Nam Ou River
•      Professional English speaking Tour guide
•      Admission fee to indicated sights
•      Gov’s tax and service charge
•      Luggage handling and drinking water

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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