DAY 1 : VIENTIANE ARRIVAL (-/-/D)
Arrive Vientiane. Your guide and private car will meet you and transfer you to your hotel for check-in. (NOTE : kindly note that should you arrive early, an early check-in is not included and subject to hotel’s availability). Your guide will brief an orientation of the city along the way. Once checked in we leave you at your leisure.
In the afternoon, visit Patuxay monument, where you can climb the stairs to the roof for sweeping panoramic views of the city. Next, your tour takes you to That Luang, the holiest site in Laos. Constructed by King Setthethirat in the 16th century, the temple is resplendent as the sun is shines upon its towering golden spire. Overnight in Vientiane
DAY 2 : VIENTIANE / LUANG PRABANG (B/L/-)
After breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a guided tour of Vientiane and discover the hidden charms of the capital, whose name means 'the city of sandal wood'. Vientiane is one of the quietest capitals in the world, far away from the bustle and hustle of other Asian capitals and far from the real-estate frenzy of the regional megalopolis.Your tour begins at the serene Wat Sisaket, the only temple left intact after the Siamese (Thai) invasion in 1828. Continue on to the nearby Wat Phra Keo. Used as a religious museum, Wat Phra Keo displays a collection of both Lao and Khmer works of art. Also nearby, is the Presidential Palace. Stop at Wat Simuang, the most popular and venerated temple in Vientiane, as it is considered the guardian of the spirit of the city. Transfer to airport for departure flight to Luang Prabang. This afternoon you will be taken on a brief orientation tour of the spiritual capital of Laos. Climb the 328 steps that lead to the top of Mount Phousi where you will be rewarded with marvelous views of the Mekong and Nam Khan Rivers, the neighboring mountain ranges, and the city buildings. Descend the steps on the opposite side of the hill and stroll to the nearby colorful Night Market. Every evening along the main street, the area's ethnic minorities gather to sell their handicrafts. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
DAY 3 : LUANG PRABANG (B/L/-)
After breakfast, your city tour begins with a visit to the former Royal Palace now the National Museum, where you will explore the history of Laos. Continue on foot to Wat Mai, a temple renowned for its golden bas-reliefs, and Wat Sensoukarahm, which features a beautiful dazzling golden façade. End this morning's tour a Wat Xieng Thong, Laos' most photographed temple, built in 1560 by King Setthathirat.This afternoon, visit Wat Visoun, the holiest temple of the city, which was entirely rebuilt in 1887 after being destroyed by the invading Black Flags from Southern China. Visit the Traditional Arts & Ethnology Centre, a museum dedicated to exploring the rich diversity of Laos' ethnic minorities. Traditional costumes, tools, and artifacts are on display alongside in-depth descriptions and written histories. As today comes to a close, cross the Mekong for a walk on the opposite riverside and climb to Wat Chompet for a different view of the city for sunset.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
DAY 4 : LUANG PRABANG / KHUANG SI WATERFALL (B/L/-)
Optional: For early risers, there is a very special dawn visit to watch the monks collecting the alms. As the sun begins to rise, long lines of orange-robed monks leave their pagodas and walk barefoot down the streets collecting offerings from Luang Prabang residents. It is a beautiful, serene ceremony that highlights the spiritualism of the Laos people. After breakfast, visit the refreshing waters of the Kuang Si Waterfalls, located at 32 km from Luang Prabang. These waterfalls cascade down a multilevel limestone formation creating a series of turquoise blue pools perfect for swimming in on a hot day. (Note: when bathing, please wear a sarong, no bare bodies). En route, there is an option of stopping at a small village inhabited by one of the country's numerous ethnic minorities where you will learn more about their traditional way of life and unique customs.In the late afternoon learn the secrets behind the delicious Lao cuisine with a cooking class run by one of Luang Prabang's most famous restaurants. The expert chefs will demonstrate how to prepare four authentic Lao dishes; you then taste them and choose three to cook yourself. You will be given a cook book that you can take home and use as a guide to impress your family and friends with new flavors and your new expertise.Overnight in Luang Prabang.
DAY 5 : LUANG PRABANG / PAK OU (B/L/-)
Following breakfast, cruise along the Mekong River to Pak Ou Caves, where you will discover gold-lacquered Buddha statues of all shapes and sizes nestled deep in the limestone caverns. As the day comes to a close, participate in a traditional Baci ceremony. Optional: If you are interested in the performance arts of Southeast Asia, the Royal Ballet Theatre will provide an excellent avenue to catch a spectacular display of the Royal Ballet.Overnight in Luang Prabang.
DAY 6 : LUANG PRABANG DEPARTURE (B/-/-)
On your last day enjoy free time until your departure transfer