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4 DAYS LOCAL LIFE & HILLTRIBE EXPERIENCE

This 4 day itinerary will let you experience local way of life by taking part in local activities such as rice farming at Living Land Farm, dairy farming at a local buffalo dairy and traditional paper making.  Experience life as a local....
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TOUR SUMMARY:

Duration:                  4 Days

Suggested Time:   08:30-16:30 depending on daily itinerary

Location:                  Luang Prabang and surrounding area

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This 4 day itinerary will let you experience local way of life by taking part in local activities such as rice farming at Living Land Farm, dairy farming at a local buffalo dairy and traditional paper making.  Experience life as a local....

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DETAILED ITINERARY:

Day 1 - Luang Prabang - Living Land Farm

Living Land Farm is a Community Enterprise Centre.  Spend the morning learning how rice is grown and take part in some of the many activities. 

  • You will be met at the lobby of your chosen hotel where you will be transferred by private vehicle to the Living Land Farm which is a community run enterprise located just outside of Luang Prabang.  The farm maintains educational programs and professional organic farming right next to village rice paddies. Only small groups (join in tour) are able to join the interactive rice farming experience which actively benefits locals from the community, maintaining their crafts in their traditional form. You will see and learn about bamboo weaving, tool and trap making, gardening and even blacksmithing.

  • This unique half-day (join in) activity invites you on an in depth and hands-on learning experience where you will participate in 14 steps of the rice cycle on the Living Lands community farm.

  • Rice is the ultimate foundation of everyday life in Asia and yet it is still a mystery for many visitors. On this exceptional tour, you will be a rice farmer for a day.   Learning how to select the seeds, plant, plough with the help of the farms water buffalo and every other step until the last one... eating!  

  • From Living Land Farm you will transferred by private vehicle back to Luang Prabang

PRIVATE TOUR AVAILABLE DAILY
 
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Private tour with local guide
  • Experience life as a local farmer and learn how rice is grown
  • A visit to the Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre​
  • Visit to Kuang Si Waterfall
  • Experience life as a local buffalo dairy farmer
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Living Land Farm

Day 2 - Buffalo Dairy Farm Experience & Kuang-Si Waterfall

This morning your guide will meet you at your chosen hotel.  From here transfer by private air conditioned mini van to the Buffalo Dairy.

  • The Laos Buffalo Dairy is a social enterprise consisting of a commercial dairy and production facility which makes dairy products for local and overseas customers.  Visit the interactive mini farm and training centre within the dairy to learn about the dairy process and how through this social enterprise it supports local people from villages in and around Luang Prabang by renting their buffalo, which provides the families with a regular income stream from an under utilised resource, namely female buffalo.

  • Departing the Laos Buffalo Dairy a 15 minute drive takes you to the stunning Kuang Si Waterfall.

  • Take a leisurely hike through the national park towards Kuang- Si Waterfall and pass by the Asian Bear Rescue Centre.

  • Enjoy feeling the mist of the cool, turquoise waters of the different waterfalls.

  • Hike to the top of the main waterfall from where you can enjoy the panoramic views.

  • Return to the pools at the bottom of the falls where you can enjoy a refreshing swim should you wish.

  • Transfer back to Luang Prabang by private sir conditioned vehicle.

Buffalo Dairy Farm

Day 3 - Saa Paper Making Experience & TAEC Museum

This morning your guide will meet you at your chosen hotel.  Ban Xang Khong or Ban Sang Khong is a village in Luang Prabang Province. It is located about 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) east of Luang Prabang. The Lue people of this village are noted in particular for their arts and crafts. The locals are adept at making traditional Saa paper, which is made from mulberry trees.  Here you can experience this traditional paper making process and also have the opportunity to make your own paper with the guidance of an experienced tutor.

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Upon returning to Luang Prabang visitthe Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre (TAEC) the museum is a dedication to the preservation on the arts and culture of Laos' diverse ethnic groups.

 

The day ends where you have the choice to either stay in the town or be transferred back to your hotel.

Handicraft Village

Day 4 - Hmong & Khmu Lao Minority Tribes - Ban Long Lao Village

This morning your guide will meet you at your chosen hotel.  From here transfer by private air conditioned mini van to Ban Long Lao Village.

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The village is approximately 1 hour drive from Luang Prabang and is located in the mountains.  Here you can see how these two minority tribes still live today with their traditional way of life.

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Your tour ends upon return to your chosen hotel in Luang Prabang

NOTE:​

  • Living Land Farm and Buffalo Dairy Farm are join in activities

  • This tour program has been carefully designed and represents experiences we recommend.  However, should you wish to amend any element of the program to suit your own interests please let us know so we can create a unique trip just for you.

PRIVATE TOUR RATE: Prices are quoted in US Dollars | Per Person
  • Single supplement applies
  • Our prices represent ground service only, however, if you prefer a package to include accommodation this can be arranged accordingly.
Tour Includes:
Tour Excludes:

  • Private English Speaking Local Guide

  • Tours and transfers as mentioned by air conditioned vehicle

  • Sightseeing entrance fees and permits during guided time

  • International and domestic flights

  • VISA and any VISA related fee - all non ASEAN residents must apply for valid visa

  • Travel Insurance (compulsary)

  • Hotel Accommodation (recommendations can be provided)

  • Services and meals if not mentioned in the itinerary

  • All drinks, including water, soft drinks and alcohol

  • Laundry, telephone calls and any expenditure of a personal nature

  • Tips and gratuities

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