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Laos Discovery in 14 Days
Tour Overview:
This tour combines activities like caving,
kayaking, elephant trips and mountain biking
into the back country, which reveal breathtaking
natureand the life of the mountain people. The
high point of our Asian discovery programs, this
trip is best experienced in summer and during
autumn, but offers a lot at any time of the year.
Explore a country of indescribable natural
beauty. Open up to the charm, the history and
the gods of this strange world. Join us on a
unique soft adventure in LAOS!
Tour outline:
Day 1: Arrival in Vientiane
Day 2: Monasteries - Colonial Heritage - Night life (B)
Day 3: From Vientiane to Vang Vieng (B)
Day 4: Hiking - Caving - Kayaking (B, L)
Day 5: Vang Vieng – Cave (B, L)
Day 6: Kayaking on the Nam Ming River (B, L, D)
Day 7: Highlands of Laos - Local People - Jungle & mountains (B, L, D)
Day 8: Highlands of Laos - Local Peoples - Jungle (B, L, D)
Day 9: Short trekking - Highlands of Laos - Jungle Resort - Elephant Camp (B, L, D
Day 10: Elephant Tour - Kayak - Cultural Capital Luang Prabang (B, L, D)
Day 11: Luang Prabang City tour by bike - Temples - Monasteries (B)
Day 12: Relaxing in Luang Prabang (B, L)
Day 13: Mekong River and Pak Ou Cave (B, L)
Day 14: Departure from Laos (B)
Tour itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Vientiane
You may arrive at any time of the day at our meeting point and hotel. Meet your guide at
the hotel in the afternoon. After settling into accommodations in the center of Vientiane,
we spend the afternoon exploring its magnificent colonial buildings, taking in its
provincial flair. In the evening, those who are up for it can check out the nightlife...or try
the local beer Lao and have a welcome dinner.
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Day 2: Monasteries - Colonial Heritage - Night life (B)
You join city tour by TukTuk. We have time
to become more familiar with the city and its
sights such as the renovated, active
monasteries (Sri Saket, Haw Pha Kaew) and,
most importantly, the national monument "Pra
Thrat Luang" with its famed golden paint. In
the small monasteries of the city, we'll meet
the young monks in their saffron robes, who
gladly show us their homes and describe their
lives of devotion. You overnight in hotel in
Vientiane.
Day 3: From Vientiane to Vang Vieng (B)
After breakfast, we drive north to the small city of Vang Vieng (approx. 160 km), which
is tucked in among rocky cliffs and a small river and has retained its unique charm. In the
afternoon, we explore a nearby cave and subsequently enjoy the sunset. Here we stay in a
small guest house near the river. You overnight in hotel in Vang Vieng.
Day 4: Hiking - Caving - Kayaking (B, L)
This adventurous day trip brings us to hidden caves and the surrounding villages. We
become part of this unbelievable landscape of rock, jungle and rivers. In the afternoon,
we paddle by kayak back to Vang Vieng. The area offers other options as well, such as
extensive hikes, further cave exploration and enjoyment of the expansive landscape. You
overnight in hotel in Vang Vieng.
Day 5: Vang Vieng – Cave (B, L)
We now travel deeper into the mountains and the back country. Slowly the road winds
along the slopes, over mountain passes and through small villages. In the afternoon, we
reach a recently discovered cave. With adventurous spirit and our equipment, we rise into
the dark and cool to investigate the wealth of this hidden place. You spend the night in a
very basic guest house (it can be very cold at night time).
* Possible to visit the cave only in the dry season.
Day 6: Kayaking on the Nam Ming River (B, L, D)
After breakfast, we head out by mini-van for our river adventure (approx. 1.5 hrs). With
our rafts or kayaks, we embark into the Nam Ming and paddle by the tides of the river
through the wildly enchanting landscape. Equipped with sturdy rafts, life jackets, helmets
and our guides, we head into a genuine adventure among rivers, forests, mountain ranges
and villages. We spend the night in tents and share a campfire on the beach along the
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river (only in dry season, during rainy season, you overnight with at a home stay). During
this river trip, each participant must carry limited luggage. The large luggage is
transported to the Lodge or Resort where you will go on Day 9. So please bring with you
only the necessary for 3 days and clothes, which dry fast.
Day 7: Highlands of Laos - Local People - Jungle & mountains (B, L, D)
We continue on foot, and our challenging multi-day trek takes us through the back
country of Laos, which is difficult to reach. Our guides lead us from village to village,
and we have an opportunity to observe the true, original life of the local people. We will
have home-stays with the villagers and beds with mosquito nets.
Day 8: Highlands of Laos - Local Peoples - Jungle (B, L, D)
We migrate further into the remote and sparsely populated areas of the back country.
Wilderness and agriculture co-mingle in this ancient homeland of the mountain people.
Here, we meet the Hmong and the Khmu, who make their living by crop rotation and
raising small farm animals. Over wildly overgrown mountains, we make our way towards
the Nam Khan, which we will soon travel. You overnight in home stay in the village.
Day 9: Short trekking - Highlands of Laos - Jungle Resort - Elephant Camp (B, L,
D)
Our last trekking day brings us down into the neighboring plains. At midday, we arrive at
a beautiful resort. Here we rediscover all the amenities of civilization along a lovely river.
The first thing you may wish to do is to take a shower and relax! Enjoy lunch and diner at
the restaurant. Go by boat to Tad Sae Waterfall (dry from February to July). We spend
the night here in this beautifully landscaped oasis. You stay overnight in Lodge or Resort.
Day 10: Elephant Tour - Kayak - Cultural Capital Luang Prabang (B, L, D)
On the last day of our intensive adventure, we share an unforgettable experience. Take
the time to observe the elephants bathing in the river in the morning. Take 1 hour
elephant riding, then start you kayak trip on the Nam Khan (25 km) to reach the cultural
capital of Luang Prabang. In the evening, time remains for exploring this stunning and
idyllic city. Spend the night in a nice guest house.
Day 11: Luang Prabang City tour by bike - Temples - Monasteries (B)
There is much to see in today's itinerary, and we will accomplish as much as we can. Our
focus is the history and beauty of the city. The old partially renovated colonial buildings
and nearly 30 monasteries in the city are alone worth a whole day. In addition, the
monastery mountain Phou Si, with its grand view of the city, offers another high point of
full discoveries and experiences. We can converse with monks on the steps of the
monasteries, and later stop in at one of the delicious roadside restaurants.
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Day 12: Relaxing in Luang Prabang (B, L)
Following such an active schedule, we take a day to catch a breath. With our private cars
we head out for a relaxing day out at the cascades of the Kuang Si waterfalls. Hang out,
enjoy the splashing waters and natural pools.
Day 13: Mekong River and Pak Ou Cave (B, L)
Today, you wrap up this shorter version of our trip, but there is still time for a bit more
adventure. You journey by boat upriver to the holy Pak Ou Cave, also called the Cave of
the Thousand Buddha's, since here innumerable Buddha statues overlooking the Mekong
from within the cave. In the afternoon, you head back to Luang Prabang for some free
time.
Day 14: Departure from Laos (B)
After breakfast, you can be brought out to the airport to catch your flight or bus for
onward travel. Please arrange your travels before going on tour! We are happy to book
flights for you too.
Trip Notes:
Food: All meals, which are indicated in the itinerary, are included in the price of this trip.
In big towns we will enjoy Laotian cuisine in fine restaurants. Once we travel away from
big towns, the emphasis will be on healthy and nutritious fresh local produce.
Please inform us at the time of booking if you have any special dietary requirement.
Hotel & Home-stay: In main cities we use the finest 3-star with centre location. In
remote towns we use the best accommodation available.
Home stay in villages is basic in term of bedding condition and toilet. We will stay
overnight in the traditional house of the locals. We will be provided with mattress, clean
sheet, pillows and mosquito nets. Toilet could be some steps away from the house.
Tour guide: The tour will be guided by our local tour guides who are experienced in
guiding culture tour and trekking tours. They have been carefully trained in their field.
They are also fully licensed in tour guiding by the government. In addition, they have
been trained in first-aid and they know how to deal with difficult situations. You will
have a great time traveling with them.
The trekking day: A typical trekking day starts at about 8.00 am or 8.30 am after
breakfast. Lunch times can vary depending on the distance. We aim to reach the next
overnight stop by 4.30 pm or 5.00 pm. During the trek we will have short breaks for rest,
snack and photographing.
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What to bring:
Hat, sun-scream, torch, swim suit and sarong for bathing, clothes/shoes to get wet,
mosquito repellent, warm change of clothes for the evening
Client safety: We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reasons,
including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village, or for any other
factor which may influence client safety.
Tour Prices:
Tour Name: Laos Discovery in 14 Days
Duration: 14 days and 13 nights
Rate: On request
Tour included:
- Double/Twin occupancy accommodations in clean hotels and guest houses, as well as
home stays or jungle camp during trekking
- Breakfast in the hotels, Meals on the tours as indicated in itinerary
- Transports as indicated in itinerary (minibuses, tuk-tuks or boats, kayaks, bicycles)
- All program activities, which includes: City tours, Hiking, Cave exploration, Kayaking
and multi-day treks from Luang Prabang Elephant trip
- English speaking guides
Tour excluded:
- Domestic and International flights, international airport taxes
- Visa and entry fees for Laos
- Beverages & gratuities and personal expenses
- Travel insurance and medical insurance
- Meals not indicated in itinerary
- Others not clearly mentioned above
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