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4 DAYS VIENTIANE CAPITAL CITY EXPLORER
This 4 day itinerary will let you experience Vientiane, the capital city of Laos in depth. Explore the many temples including That Luang Stupa, Wat Sisaket and view the city from the top of the Patuxay Monument. A short drive outside of the city Buddha Park is an enchanting place to visit and explore....
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TOUR SUMMARY:
Duration: 4 Days
Suggested Time: 08:30-16:30 depending on daily itinerary
Location: Vientiane and surrounding area
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This 4 day itinerary will let you experience Vientiane, the capital city of Laos in depth. Explore the many temples including That Luang Stupa, Wat Sisaket and view the city from the top of the Patuxay Monument. A short drive outside of the city Buddha Park is an enchanting place to visit and explore....
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DETAILED ITINERARY:
Day 1 - Vientiane Arrival
Upon arrival you will be met at the airport by your local private guide. From here you will be transferred to your hotel. In the evening you will then have free time at leisure to explore the night market where you can purchase local products as souvenirs and explore the night life in the city.
PRIVATE TOUR AVAILABLE DAILY
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
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Private tour with local guide
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A visit to the COPE Centre to learn about Laos "secret war" victims
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Visiting the That Luang Stupa
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A visit to Patuxay which resembles the famous Arc De Triomphe
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Explore the Buddha Park
Day 2 - Vientiane – COPE Centre & City Tour
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Your guide will meet you at your hotel for this one-day tour around Vientiane Capital City.
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The first stop is a visit to the COPE Centre, a small museum and charity for the victims of the bombings in Laos.
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Next visit That Luang Stupa, which was built in circa 236 BC to keep the relic of Buddha. This is the main worship site for Buddhist people and now it is a National Lao symbol. From here we then take a short drive to Patuxay (the Victory Gate Monument) which was given by the French to Lao Government when we had the first independence in 1946 AD. Resembling the famous Arc De Triomphe in Paris this is now the landmark of Vientiane.
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Continue on to Wat Sisaket, with its thousands of miniature Buddha statues, as well as Vat Hor Pha Keo - the Emerald Buddha temple was built in 16th century now it is a Buddhist artifacts Museum.
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You may wish to transfer back to your hotel or spend time at leisure exploring the city.
Day 3 - Vientiane – Morning Market – Ban Nong Bouthong Weaving Village & Buddha Park
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Your guide will meet you at your hotel. The first stop is the local fresh morning market. This is a traditional market selling fresh meat and produce and where you can witness locals going about their daily shopping.
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Transfer by private mini-van and drive about 1 hour south outside Vientiane which is the main area for industry. Along route you will see the Beer Lao factory where our local beer is brewed before passing the first Lao - Thai friendship Bridge which is funded by the Australians. Make a stop at Ban Nong Bouthong, a local weaving village before reaching the Buddha Park which is the opportunity to learn about the two religions between Hinduism and Buddhism. After spending time exploring around here we then drive back to your hotel in Vientiane.
Day 4 - Vientiane - Departure
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Today is your free day to give you more opportunity to explore the city and shopping for souvenirs until your private transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
NOTE:​
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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
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Single supplement applies
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Our prices represent ground service only, however, if you prefer a package to include accommodation this can be arranged accordingly.
Tour Includes:
Tour Excludes:
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Private English Speaking Local Guide
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Tours and transfers as mentioned by air conditioned vehicle
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Sightseeing entrance fees and permits during guided time
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International and domestic flights
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VISA and any VISA related fee - all non ASEAN residents must apply for valid visa
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Travel Insurance (compulsary)
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Hotel Accommodation (recommendations can be provided)
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Services and meals if not mentioned in the itinerary
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All drinks, including water, soft drinks and alcohol
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Laundry, telephone calls and any expenditure of a personal nature
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Tips and gratuities