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11 Days Laos: Jewel of Indochina Tour Package
Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights
Priced From: $4235 pp Dbl. Occ.
Dates: Jan - Dec
 Long isolated from outside influences, the people of Laos still practice a traditional Southeast Asian way of life. Evidence of their devoutly Buddhist culture is everywhere as are the remains of civilizations past. Richly decorated temples, stupas, intricately carved monasteries and striking palaces seem more populous than people in this former French colony. The gently mountainous country, transected by the great Mekong River, contributes to the sense of tranquility and timelessness that is yet the Laos of today.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Pakse, Provincial Capital
Begin your tour at Pakse, gateway to southern Laos. Tour the former royal capital of the Champassak Province along the Mekong River and the Khmer temple of Vat Phou, with spectacular views of the river and the surrounding plains. Continue to the Boloven Plateau and visit a tea and coffee plantation. Pakse Hotel
Day 2
The Rural South
Close to the Cambodian border lie some of the most scenic areas of the Mekong. See the Khone Phapheng Waterfall, the largest cascade on the Mekong and tour Khong Island. Visit the local villages and the Oum Moung Khmer temple hidden in the dense jungle. Pakse Hotel
Day 3
Vientiane, Asia's Biggest Village
The tree lined avenues, quaint French architecture and brightly painted temples, croissant bakeries and noodle shops characterize the languid capital of Vientiane. Tour Vat Sisaket, featuring remarkable frescoes and 6,840 images of Buddha, then on to the most sacred of stupas, That Luang. Built in 1566 by King Sethtathirat, it is a dazzling symbol of both Buddhism and Lao rule. Visit an American expat and her workshop of 45 weavers, in a refurbished French colonial house. Settha Palace Hotel
Days 4 - 6
Minority Villages of Central Laos
Fly to Luang Namtha to see local silk production (from silkworms to cloth) in Ban Pasak, Drive to Muang Sing, en route visiting an Ikhor minority village—the women are skilled in weaving, knitting and ornamental sewing, while the men are excellent woodcrafters. Dark indigo clothing distinguishes the Lanten tribe, and the women wear their hair in a traditional style, swept up and held in place with beautiful silver jewelry. Tour the traditional market in Muang Sing where minority tribes sell their products.Boat Landing Hotel and Singchaleun Hotel
Days 7 - 10
Luang Prabang, UNESCO World Heritage City
Luang Prabang is one of the best-preserved cities in Southeast Asia, with its shining temples and monks arriving for morning alms gathering. Board a traditional boat on the Mekong River to explore the Pak Ou caves. See the Khuang Xi Waterfalls and a village of minority Khmu. La Residence Phou Vao
Days 11
Farewell to Laos
Morning visit to the National Museum, then stroll through the lively Dala Market where the ethnic minorities bring their wares. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
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