2008 - Luang Prabang Revealed - 4 days  

Surrounded by mountain forests and situated at the confluence of the Khan and Mekong Rivers, Luang Prabang has a tranquil, old world charm. The legacy of the European presence here has blended delightfully with more than thirty gilded Buddhist temples to create a destination rich in atmosphere and history.

• Itinerary
• Inclusions

Itinerary

Day 1 ~ Visit some of the town's most beautiful temples

Begin your exploration this afternoon at some of the town’s most beautiful temples, followed by a fun Lao cooking class and the chance to eat your creations.

Day 2 ~ Visit more sites in Luang Prabang

Visit more sites in Luang Prabang such as the Royal Palace, then take off on an exciting boat trip to the Pak Ou Caves. On the way back into town, stop to taste a potent brew of fermented rice.

Day 3 ~ See robed Buddhist monks collecting alms

Rise early to see robed Buddhist monks collecting alms at dawn. Follow this with a swim at the Kuang Si Falls. On your return to Luang Prabang stop to visit a H’mong hilltribe village and learn about their culture and history. The afternoon is free for shopping or simply wandering.

Day 4 ~ Visit Ban Xang Kong

This morning visit Ban Xang Kong, where villagers practice traditional textile weaving and make mulberry paper. Your tour ends today with a transfer to the airport for your onward journey.

Inclusions

3 nights accommodation with breakfast daily and one dinner, private touring, all transport, entrance fees, local English-speaking guide, arrival transfer on tour start date and departure transfer on tour finish date. The cooking class is a ‘join-in’ experience, which means that there may be other people in the class.