5 Days /4 Nights
5 Days /4 Nights
The ancient town of Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage site on the Mekong River welcomes travelers to experience the heart and soul of Laotian culture in this land of smiles. The spiritual ambience, glistening temples, classical architecture, cascading waterfalls, and caves filled with thousands of Buddhist icons offer the utmost of memorable of experiences.
Arrive in Luang Prabang, meet your guide and private transfer to hotel.
Visit Wat Mai, renowned for its golden bas-relief, the National Museum (former Royal Palace), and Wat Sensoukarahm with its dazzling golden façade, and stunning Khuang Si Waterfalls. Climb to Mount Phou Si (328 steps) to see the gilded stupa, and beautiful views at sunset.
Early risers will have a chance to witness the monks’ morning ritual, collecting alms.
Visit the fascinating Morning Market, Wat Visoun and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its low sweeping classical roof. On the Mekong River, visit the Pak Ou Caves, containing thousands of Buddha statues. Visit the caves of Tham Ting and Tham Phoum. On the way back stop visit Ban Xang Hai, a small rice alcohol-producing village and Ban Xang Khong, a village known for silk hand-weaving and traditional Saa paper-making.
You will have an amazing experience at the Ock Pop Tok craft center in Luang Prabang, where the fascinating world of Lao textiles comes alive! On the first day, you will participate in a hands-on session to prepare natural dyes and complete two color dye projects. Lunch will be served at the Silk Road Café, which is located right at the craft center. After lunch, you will be assigned a loom and paired with a weaver who will guide you in learning the skills of weaving “kit” and “chok”. With the support of one of the master weavers, you will create your own scarf featuring a traditional Lao motif. This class provides valuable insights into both dyeing and weaving techniques.
The morning is at leisure. Check out by noon. Transfer to the airport.
B: Breakfast L: Lunch D: Dinner
