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5 DAYS CAPITAL CITY & BEYOND

Vientiane is the capital city of Laos.  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. Take a short visit to Vang Vieng making a stop for a private cruise in the Nam Ngum Lake on the way....
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TOUR SUMMARY:

Duration:                    5 Days

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

Location:                    Vientiane - Vang Vieng - Vientiane

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Vientiane is the capital city of Laos.  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. Take a short visit to Vang Vieng making a stop for a private cruise in the Nam Ngum Lake on the way....

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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.

Vientiane Night Market
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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Private tour with local guide
  • A visit to the COPE Centre to learn about Laos "secret war" victims
  • Visiting the That Luang Stupa
  • A visit to Patuxay which resembles the famous Arc De Triomphe
  • Explore the Buddha Park
  • Cruise the Nam Ngum Lake
  • Visit to Vang Vieng 
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Day 2 – Vientiane City Tour & Buddha Park

  • Your guide will meet you at your hotel for this one-day tour around Vientiane. 

  • 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.

  • From the Morning Market visit COPE Centre, a small museum and charity for the victims of the bombings in Laos.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • After lunch (not included) 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.

Wat Sisaket

Day 3 – Vientiane – Ban Khan Salt Village – Nam Ngum Lake & Vang Vieng

  • Departing Vientiane and drive approximately 90km (approximately 3-hour drive) north of Vientiane by Private Mini Van to Nam Ngum Lake.  Along the way stopping at Ban Khan, a town famous for its salt extraction plants, visit Vang Xang and enjoy lunch (not included).

  • The Nam Ngum Dam is a hydro electrical dam on the Nam Ngum river, a major tributary of the Mekong in Laos.  It was the first hydropower dam built in Lao PDR.  Once you reach the Nam Ngum Lake take a 1-hour cruise by long-tail boat on the massive artificial lake with many small islands. 

  • Continue on to Vang Vieng on route stopping at Ban Houeimo a traditional fish market village.  Upon arrival in Vang Vieng the remainder of the day is free for you to relax on the scenic banks of the Song River or explore the lovely town before dinner (not included)

Ban Keun

Day 4 – Vang Vieng Tham Chang Cave & Blue Lagoon

  • After breakfast visit Tham Chang Cave which was used as a war shelter when the Chinese invaded in 1887.  At the bottom of the track to the cave is the Blue Lagoon, a beautiful pool with crystal clear water.  Upon return to Vang Vieng you may wish to take a private boat on the Nam Song River, if so, you can do so at your own leisure.

  • The remainder of the day is at leisure.

Blue Lagoon

Day 5 - Vientiane - Departure​

  • Today depart Vang Vieng for your return journey to Vientiane.  Upon arrival in Vientiane transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

NOTE:

  • 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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