LAOS ALONG THE MEKONG TOUR

LAOS ALONG THE MEKONG TOUR  10 days

A magnificent journey allowing you to visit the most extraordinary sites of Laos in the company of a true Southeast Asia specialist (author of several books). On the program: a boat descent of the Mekong, an incredible two-day trek in the jungle and through mountain tribes, visits to remote tribal villages, fabulous landscapes and waterfalls, the royal capital of Luang Prabang with its many monasteries, the extraordinary limestone formations of Vang Vieng, the capital city of Vientiane, typical and luxurious hotels, discovery of the fabulous Laotian cuisine, and more — all with the incomparable services of a private organization.

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Program

Day 1
  • Chiang Rai – Houay Say
  • Pick-up at Chiang Rai Airport.
  • Private vehicle transfer from Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong.
  • Thai lunch along the way.
  • Crossing into Laos (customs formalities at the Friendship Bridge).
  • Visit to Fort Carnot, built by the French in 1900 (with a superb panorama over the Mekong).
  • Laotian dinner.
  • Overnight stay in Houay Say (hotel by the Mekong).
Day 2
  • Houay Say - Pak Baeng - Mékong
  • Breakfast.
  • Descent of the Mekong River by traditional Laotian boat from Houay Say to Pak Beng. Departure around 10:00 a.m.
  • Sandwich and fruit lunch on board.
  • Arrival at Pak Baeng Sanctuary Lodge around 5 p.m.
  • Tradition Laotian dinner at Pak Beng.
  • Overnight stay in our lodge in Pak Beng with an extraordinary view of the Mekong.
Day 3
  • Pak Baeng - Luang Prabang - Mékong
  • Breakfast.
  • Boat descent of the Mekong River toward Luang Prabang, the royal capital of Laos (one of the most beautiful cities in Asia!).
  • Sandwich and fruit lunch on board.
  • Tradition Laotian dinner at Luang Prabang.
  • Visit to the very typical Luang Prabang night craft market (where several ethnic groups, including the Hmong, sell their handicrafts).
  • Night at Luang Prabang (colonial villa).
Jour 4
  • Luang Prabang
  • Breakfast.
  • Visit to the magnificent temples of Luang Prabang (15th–18th centuries), Mount Phousi overlooking the city (with an incredible panorama of the town and mountains!), and the Royal Palace.
  • Explanations on Laotian history and Theravāda Buddhism.
  • Lunch.
  • Visit to the magnificent Tat Kuang Si waterfalls (swimming possible).
  • Tradition Laotian dinner at Luang Prabang.
  • Night at Luang Prabang (colonial villa).
Jour 5
  • Luang Prabang
  • Early morning wake-up to witness the extraordinary procession of Buddhist monks collecting alms from the faithful (“tak bat”) throughout the old city of Luang Prabang.
  • Breakfast.
  • Visit to the astonishing Pak Ou caves on the left bank of the Mekong, with their thousands of Buddha statues, and the village of Ban Pak Ou (from which we reach the caves by pirogue).
  • Laotian lunch in Luang Prabang.
  • Afternoon free time, relaxation (Laotian massages, stroll through the city, etc.).
  • Open dinner at Luang Prabang
  • Night at Luang Prabang (colonial villa).
Jour 6
  • Luang Prabang - Vang Vieng
  • Breakfast.
  • Visit to Vat Visounarat Monastery and its remarkable watermelon-shaped stupa, and to Vat Aham.
  • Afternoon: High-speed train journey (182 km) from Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng.
  • Lunch sandwich during travel.
  • Laotian dinner at Vang Vieng.
  • Night in Vang Vieng (hotel close to Nam Song river).
Jour 7
  • Vang Vieng
  • Breakfast.
  • Day of exploration in the Vang Vieng region: rice fields, caves, etc. With its karst landscapes, the region offers one of the most beautiful sceneries in Laos!
  • Incredible tubing session (large tractor inner tube) inside a flooded cave.
  • Lunch close the caves.
  • Kayak descent on the Nam Song River. Stunning landscapes.
  • Laotian dinner at Vang Vieng.
  • Night in Vang Vieng (hotel close to Nam Song river).
Jour 8
  • Vang Vieng - Vientiane
  • Breakfast.
  • Morning: Drive from Vang Vieng to Vientiane, the capital of Laos (130 km) in a private vehicle.
  • Visit the Vat Saket and Vat Phra Keow temples. Lao lunch in Vientiane.
  • Laotian lunch in Vientiane.
  • Afternoon: Visit the capital, including Vat That Luang (the national monument of Laos) and the Patuxai Arch of Triumph, which offers a beautiful view of the city from the top.
  • Evening: Lao dinner show in Vientiane with traditional dance and music.
  • Overnight in Vientiane (hotel).
Jour 9
  • Vientiane - Bangkok
  • Breakfast.
  • Taxi transfert to Vientiane airport.
  • Vientiane - Bangkok flight.
  • Afternoon free in Bangkok (shopping, sightseeing, etc.).
  • Open dinner in Bangkok.
  • One night stay at a hotel in Bangkok.
Jour 10
  • Bangkok - End of tour.
  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Taxi transport to Bangkok airport for the destination of your choice (hours to be determined).

Rates

Le tarif de 1 790 euros/ personne comprend :

  • * The French-speaking guide and local guides;
  • - All vehicles with driver and taxis;
  • - The boats on the Mekong;
  • - All activities and excursions
  • - Tous les petits déjeuners, déjeuners et dîners (sauf les dîners libres les jours 5 et 9) ;
  • - All hotel nights (hotels, lodge, and colonial villa, 2-, 3-, and 4-star depending on the location) in a double room (single-room supplement. To be requested when booking the tour);
  • - The Vientiane - Bangkok flight.

The price does not include :

- The Laos visa: 40 USD (to be obtained at the border. Don’t forget to bring 2 ID photos)
- Drinks
- les dîners libres (jour 5 et 9)
- The round-trip airfare France – Thailand – France
- Insurances
- Personal expenses

 

Tarif : 65 500 THB

  • - Guests wishing to have a single room must inform us in advance and pay a supplement.
  • - Tarif remisé de 1 690 euros, par personne, pour un groupe de 3 personnes minimum.

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