DAY 1: WELCOME TO LUANG PRABANG

• • Upon arrival in Luang Prabang, the ancient capital of Lane Xang and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, meet your English-speaking guide and transfer to the hotel.

DAY 2: LUANG PRABANG – CITY TOUR – PAK OU CAVES

• • Visit the National Museum and Heuan Chan Heritage House. Explore Wat Xieng Thong, famous for its “Tree of Life” mosaic, and Wat Visoun. In the afternoon, take a boat trip on the Mekong River to Pak Ou Caves, home to thousands of Buddha statues. Stop at Ban Xang Khong and Xieng Lek weaving villages. Return to town, climb Phousi Mountain for sunset views, and explore the Night Market.

DAY 3: LUANG PRABANG – KUANGSI WATERFALL

• • Begin with the morning alms-giving ceremony. Visit the local morning market, then head to Kuang Si Waterfall for swimming and sightseeing. Stop at the Bear Rescue Center and Butterfly Park. On the way back, visit Ock Pop Tok Living Craft Center to learn about Lao weaving traditions.

DAY 4: LUANG PRABANG – TRAIN TO VANG VIENG

• • Enjoy free time in the morning. Transfer to the train station for a scenic journey to Vang Vieng. Upon arrival, visit Wat That, known for its peaceful atmosphere and Buddha statues. End the day with a visit to Nam Xay Viewpoint for panoramic views of Vang Vieng.

DAY 5: VANG VIENG – SIGHTSEEING – VIENTIANE

• • Explore Vang Vieng’s caves: Tham Xang (Elephant Cave), Tham Hoy, and Tham Loup, with stops at traditional Laotian villages. Take a short hike to Tham Nam (Water Cave) and enjoy a BBQ lunch served on banana leaves. Visit a Hmong village before driving to Vientiane.

DAY 6: VIENTIANE – CITY TOUR

• • Start with a visit to Thong Khan Kham Market, then explore Wat Sisaket and Wat Phra Keo. Stop by the Presidential Palace, visit That Luang Stupa, and climb Patuxay Monument for city views. In the afternoon, visit Buddha Park, filled with over 200 religious statues. Stop at the Laos–Thailand Friendship Bridge before returning to Vientiane. Enjoy the rest of the day exploring the colonial neighborhoods or relaxing by the Mekong River.

DAY 7: VIENTIANE DEPARTURE

• • Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

INCLUSIONS