Day 1: LUANG PRABANG
Meet upon arrival at the airport, transfer and check-in at your hotel. In the afternoon, visit the National Museum (former King’s Palace) displaying a collection of personal artifacts of the Royal Family. Continue to visit the nearby Vat Mai temple, which was the residence of a Buddhist patriarch before 197, before climbing Phousi Hill to enjoy the sunset over the city and the Mekong River. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 2 LUANG PRABANG / PAK OU / LUANG PRABANG (B)
After breakfast, visit Vat Xieng Thong, considered as the most beautiful temple of Luang Prabang with roofs that sweep low to the ground. Then take a traditional riverboat for a 2-hour cruise upstream the Mekong River towards Pak Ou, at the confluence of the Nam Ou and Mekong Rivers, to visit the sacred caves of Tham Ting and Tham Phum, home to hundreds of Buddha statues. On the way, stop at Ban Xang Hai village where sticky rice wine distillation can be seen. Return to Luang Prabang and visit Vat Visoun temple with its Singhalese-style stupa, That Makmo, and Vat Aham, one of the city’s major tutelary shrines housing the puppets of the Lao ancestors. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 3 LUANG PRABANG / VIENTIANE (B) After breakfast, time at leisure until your transfer to the airport to take your flight to Vientiane. Meet upon arrival, transfer and check-in at your hotel. In the afternoon, visit Vat Sisaket, the only original temple in Vientiane (built in 1818 - it is the sole survivor of a Thai invasion in 1828), the Ho Phrakeo, the former Royal Chapel where an Emerald Buddha at the early time of the Lane Xang Kingdom was enshrined, the Patouxai and That Luang stupa. Overnight in Vientiane.

Day 4 VIENTIANE (B) After breakfast, time at leisure until your transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Day 1 ARRIVAL / VIENTIANE
Meet upon arrival, transfer and check-in at your hotel. In the afternoon, visit Vat Sisaket, the only original temple in Vientiane (built in 1818 - it is the sole survivor of a Thai invasion in 1828), the Ho Phrakeo, the former Royal Chapel where an Emerald Buddha at the early time of the Lane Xang Kingdom was enshrined, the Patouxai and That Luang stupa. Overnight in Vientiane.

Day 2 VIENTIANE / LUANG PRABANG (B)
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to take your flight to Luang Prabang. Meet upon arrival at the airport, transfer and check-in at your hotel. In the afternoon, visit the National Museum (former King’s Palace) displaying a collection of personal artifacts of the Royal Family. Continue to visit the nearby Vat Mai temple, which was the residence of a Buddhist patriarch before 1975. And then, enjoy the sunset along the Mekong River at Vat Siphouthabath.Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 3 LUANG PRABANG / PAK OU / LUANG PRABANG (B)
After breakfast, visit Vat Xieng Thong, considered as the most beautiful temple of Luang Prabang with roofs that sweep low to the ground. Then take a traditional riverboat for a 2-hour cruise upstream the Mekong River towards Pak Ou, at the confluence of the Nam Ou and Mekong Rivers, to visit the sacred caves of Tham Ting and Tham Phum, home to hundreds of Buddha statues. On the way, stop at Ban Xang Hai village where sticky rice wine distillation can be seen. Return to Luang Prabang and continue by car to visit the weaving village of Ban Xang Khong where traditional mulberry leaves paper is also produced. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 4 LUANG PRABANG / KHOUANG SY / LUANG PRABANG (B) After breakfast, excursion by car to the beautiful waterfalls of Khouang Sy nestled in the lush tropical vegetation. On the way, visit some hill tribes’ villages such as the H’Mong village of Ban Thinkeo, the Khmu village of Ban Thapaene and the Lao Loum village of Ban Xom, known for its cotton production. Return to Luang Prabang and stroll through the H’Mong Market before climbing Phousi Hill to enjoy sunset over the former Royal capital and the Mekong River. Vat Visoun temple with its Singhalese-style stupa, That Makmo, and Vat AhamOvernight in Luang Prabang.

Day 5 LUANG PRABANG /HANOI (B)
After breakfast, time at leisure until your transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Day 1 ARR/VIENTIANE(B)
Meet upon arrival Wattay International airport, transfer and check-in at your hotel. In the afternoon, visit Vat Sisaket, the only original temple in Vientiane (built in 1818 - it is the sole survivor of a Thai invasion in 1828), the Ho Phrakeo, the former Royal Chapel where an Emerald Buddha at the early time of the Lane Xang Kingdom was enshrined, the Patouxai and That Luang stupa. Overnight in Vientiane.

Day 2 VIENTIANE / VANG VIENG(B)
After breakfast, drive to Vang Vieng. On the way drop to visit Huey Mor Village .( fishing Village) and continue to Vangvieng On arrival in Vang Vieng transfer and check in to the hotel. In the after noon boat trip on the Nam Song river. Visit of Tham Xang cave,Tham chang Cave and visit of a white mulberry farm. Overnight in Vang Vieng

Day 3 VANG VIENG / LUANG PRABANG (B)
After breakfast at hotel and drive to Luangprabang on the way drop to visit hill tribe. They leave on the Mountain and drive over view of natural of moutain .arrival Luangprabang check in at your hotel . Overnight in Luang Prabang

Day 4 LUANG PRABANG / PAK OU / LUANG PRABANG (B)
After breakfast, visit Vat Xieng Thong, considered as the most beautiful temple of Luang Prabang with roofs that sweep low to the ground. Then take a traditional riverboat for a 2-hour cruise upstream the Mekong River towards Pak Ou, at the confluence of the Nam Ou and Mekong Rivers, to visit the sacred caves of Tham Ting and Tham Phum, home to hundreds of Buddha statues. On the way, stop at Ban Xang Hai village where sticky rice wine distillation can be seen. Return to Luang Prabang and visit Vat Visoun temple, built in the 16th century, with its Singhalese-style stupa, That Makmo, and Vat Aham, one of the city’s major tutelary shrines housing the puppets of the Lao ancestors. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 5 LUANG PRABANG / TAD KUANGSY / LUANG PRABANG (B)
After breakfast, excursion by car to the beautiful waterfalls of Khouang Sy nestled in the lush tropical vegetation. On the way, visit some hill tribes’ villages such as the H’Mong village of Ban Thinkeo, the Khmu village of Ban Thapaene and the Lao Loum village of Ban Xom, known for its cotton production. Return to Luang Prabang and stroll through the H’Mong Market before climbing Phousi Hill to enjoy sunset over the former Royal capital and the Mekong River.Overnight in Luang Prabang

Day 6 LUANG PRABANG DEPARTURE (B)
After breakfast, transfer to airport to take your international flight

Day 1 HOUEI SAY / PAKBENG ( L,D )
Meet upon arrival at Houei Say immigration checkpoint and transfer to the pier. Board a traditional riverboat for a cruise downstream the Mekong River towards Pakbeng (approx. 7 hours depending on the water level). The Mekong River has kept much of its untamed character with impressive rapids and lush jungles along each bank. En route, stop and visit some hill tribes’ villages such as the H’Mong village of Ban Houeilampene and the Thai Lu village of Ban Kouaytoune. Picnic lunch on board.
Arrive in Pakbeng, a rustic town village that sits on a steep hillside and offers spectacular views on the Mekong River. Check-in at your hotel.Overnight in Pakbeng.

Day 2 PAKBENG / PAK OU / LUANG PRABANG(B,L)
After breakfast, continue your cruise along the Mekong River towards the former Royal capital of Luang Prabang (approx. 6 hours depending on the water level). On the way, stop at Pak Ou, at the confluence of the Nam Ou and Mekong Rivers, to visit the sacred caves of Tham Ting and Tham Phoum, home to hundreds of Buddha statues. Continue to Ban Xang Hai village where sticky rice wine distillation can be seen and then stop at Vat Longkhoune temple, famous for its 18th century frescoes. Upon arrival in Luang Prabang, transfer and check-in at your hotel.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 3 LUANG PRABANG(B)
After breakfast, visit Vat Xieng Thong, considered as the most beautiful temple of Luang Prabang with roofs that sweep low to the ground, Vat Visoun temple with its Singhalese-style stupa, That Makmo, and Vat Aham, one of the city’s major tutelary shrines housing the puppets of the Lao ancestors. In the afternoon, visit the National Museum (former King’s Palace) displaying a collection of personal artifacts of the Royal Family. Continue to visit the nearby Vat Mai temple, which was the residence of a Buddhist patriarch before 1975, before climbing Phousi Hill to enjoy the sunset over the city and the Mekong River.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 4 LUANG PRABANG / KHOUANGSY / LUANG PRABANG (B)
After breakfast, excursion by car to the beautiful waterfalls of Khouang Sy nestled in the lush tropical vegetation. On the way, visit some hill tribes’ villages such as the H’Mong village of Ban Thinkeo and the Khmu village of Ban Thapaene. Return to Luang Prabang and continue to visit the weaving village of Ban Xang Khong, where traditional Mulberry leaves paper is also produced. Time at leisure to stroll through the H’Mong market.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 5 LUANG PRABANG / VIENTIANE; QV101.09.30-10.00 (B)
After breakfast, time at leisure until your transfer to the airport to take your flight to Vientiane. Meet upon arrival, transfer and check-in at your hotel. In the afternoon, visit Vat Sisaket, the only original temple in Vientiane (built in 1818 - it is the sole survivor of a Thai invasion in 1828), the Ho Phrakeo, the former Royal Chapel, where an Emerald Buddha at the early time of the Lane Xang Kingdom was enshrined, the Patouxai and That Luang stupa.Overnight in Vientiane.

Day 6 VIENTIANE (B)
After breakfast, time at leisure until your transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Day 1 LUANG PRABANG
Meet upon arrival at Luang Prabang airport, transfer and check-in at your hotel. In the afternoon, visit Vat Visoun temple with its Singhalese-style stupa, That Makmo, and Vat Aham, one of the city’s major tutelary shrines housing the puppets of the Lao ancestors. Enjoy the sunset along the Mekong River at Vat Siphouthabath.Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 2 LUANG PRABANG / PAK OU / LUANG PRABANG(B)
After breakfast, visit Vat Xieng Thong, considered as the most beautiful temple of Luang Prabang with roofs that sweep low to the ground. Then take a traditional riverboat for a 2-hour cruise upstream the Mekong River towards Pak Ou, at the confluence of the Nam Ou and Mekong Rivers, to visit the sacred caves of Tham Ting and Tham Phoum, home to hundreds of Buddha statues. Then stop at Ban Xang Hai village where sticky rice wine distillation can be seen. Return to Luang Prabang and continue by car to visit the weaving village of Ban Xang Khong, where traditional mulberry leaves paper is also produced.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 3 LUANG PRABANG / KHOUANG SY / LUANG PRABANG(B)
After breakfast, excursion by car to the beautiful waterfalls of Khouang Sy nestled in the lush tropical vegetation. On the way, visit some hill tribes’ villages such as the H’Mong village of Ban Thinkeo, the Khmu village of Ban Thapaene and the Thai Lu village of Ban Phanom. Return to Luang Prabang and spend some time strolling through the H’Mong market.Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 4 LUANG PRABANG / VIENTIANE (B)
After breakfast, visit the National Museum (former King’s Palace) displaying a collection of personal artifacts of the Royal Family. Continue to visit the nearby Vat Mai temple, which was the residence of a Buddhist patriarch before 1975, before climbing Phousi Hill for an outstanding view over the former Royal capital and the Mekong. Transfer to the airport to take your flight to Vientiane. Meet upon arrival, transfer and check-in at your hotel. Overnight in Vientiane.

Day 5 VIENTIANE(B)
After breakfast, visit Vat Sisaket, the only original temple in Vientiane (built in 1818 - it is the sole survivor of a Thai invasion in 1828), the Ho Phrakeo, the former Royal Chapel, where an Emerald Buddha at the early time of the Lane Xang Kingdom was enshrined, and the Morning Market, known for its high-quality weavings. In the afternoon, stop at Patouxai, the Victory Gate built in 1959 to commemorate their independence, the That Luang stupa, symbol of the Lao sovereignty and of the Buddhist religion. Enjoy a traditional foot massage before returning to the hotel.Overnight in Vientiane.

Day 6 VIENTIANE / PAKSE / VAT PHOU / KHONG ISLAND (B/L)
After breakfast, early morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Pakse. Meet upon arrival at Pakse airport, transfer to the pier and board a traditional riverboat for a 2-hour cruise downstream the Mekong River towards the former Royal capital of Champassak. En route, stop at Ban Houei Thomo village and walk to the nearby ruins of the Khmer temple of Oum Moung, which is hidden in a thick forest. Upon arrival in Champassak, continue by car to Vat Phou (8 km from the city), a pre-Angkorian temple dating from the 6-13th century, classified as a World Heritage Site since 2002. Lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, drive to Ban Hatsai Khoune and cross the Mekong River to reach Khong Island. Check-in at your hotel.Overnight in Khong Island.

Day 7 KHONG ISLAND / KHONE ISLAND / KHONE PHAPENG / PAKSE (B/L)
After breakfast, board a long-tail riverboat for a cruise through the maze of waterways into the tropical paradise of Siphandone “The 4,000 Islands”. During the rainy season, the Mekong River reaches a breadth of 14 km; when the water recedes, it leaves behind a myriad of islands and islets. Discover Khone Island’s colonial vestiges, including an old railway, which was built by the French in 1897 in order to bypass the powerful rapids that disrupt the navigation along the Mekong River. Lunch at a local restaurant. Continue to Ban Nakasang on the Eastern bank of the Mekong River and drive to the famous waterfalls of Khone Phapeng, the largest cascade on the Mekong River along its 4,350 km journey. Drive back to Pakse. Overnight in Pakse.

Day 8 PAKSE / TADFANE / UBON RATCHATANI (B)
After breakfast, drive to the Tadfane waterfalls on the Boloven Plateau. En route, visit Alack and Nge tribal villages and a tea and coffee plantation. Return to Pakse. In the afternoon, transfer to Chong Mek Lao - Thai border crossing, proceed through immigration and continue to Ubon Ratchatani airport for your departure flight.

Day 1 HOUEI SAY / PAKBENG (L)
Meet upon arrival at Houei Say immigration checkpoint and transfer to the pier. Board a traditional riverboat for a cruise downstream the Mekong River towards Pakbeng (approx. 7 hours depending on the water level). The Mekong River has kept much of its untamed character with impressive rapids and lush jungles along each bank. En route, stop and visit some hill tribes’ villages such as the H’Mong village of Ban Houeilampene and the Thai Lu village of Ban Kouaytoune. Picnic lunch on board. Arrive in Pakbeng, a rustic town village that sits on a steep hillside and offers spectacular views on the Mekong River. Check-in at your hotel.Overnight in Pakbeng.

Day 2 PAKBENG / PAK OU / LUANG PRABANG (B)
After breakfast, continue your cruise along the Mekong River towards the former Royal capital of Luang Prabang (approx. 6 hours depending on the water level). On the way, stop at Pak Ou, at the confluence of the Nam Ou and Mekong Rivers, to visit the sacred caves of Tham Ting and Tham Phoum, home to hundreds of Buddha statues. Continue to Ban Xang Hai village where sticky rice wine distillation can be seen and then stop at Vat Longkhoune temple, famous for its 18th century frescoes. Upon arrival in Luang Prabang, transfer and check-in at your hotel. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Day 3 LUANG PRABANG (B)
After breakfast, visit Vat Xieng Thong, considered as the most beautiful temple of Luang Prabang with roofs that sweep low to the ground, Vat Visoun temple with its Singhalese-style stupa, That Makmo, and Vat Aham, one of the city’s major tutelary shrines housing the puppets of the Lao ancestors. In the afternoon, visit the National Museum (former King’s Palace) displaying a collection of personal artifacts of the Royal Family. Continue to visit the nearby Vat Mai temple, which was the residence of a Buddhist patriarch before 1975, before climbing Phousi Hill to enjoy the sunset over the city and the Mekong River.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 4 LUANG PRABANG / KHOUANG SY / LUANG PRABANG (B)
After breakfast, excursion by car to the beautiful waterfalls of Khouang Sy nestled in the lush tropical vegetation. On the way, visit some hill tribes’ villages such as the H’Mong village of Ban Thinkeo and the Khmu village of Ban Thapaene. Return to Luang Prabang and continue to visit the weaving village of Ban Xang Khong, where traditional mulberry leaves paper is also produced. Time at leisure to stroll through the H’Mong market.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 5 LUANG PRABANG / VIENTIANE (B)
After breakfast, time at leisure until your transfer to the airport to take your flight to Vientiane. Meet upon arrival, transfer and check-in at your hotel. In the afternoon, visit Vat Sisaket, the only original temple in Vientiane (built in 1818 - it is the sole survivor of a Thai invasion in 1828), the Ho Phrakeo, the former Royal Chapel, where an Emerald Buddha at the early time of the Lane Xang Kingdom was enshrined, the Patouxai and That Luang stupa.Overnight in Vientiane.

Day 6 VIENTIANE / PAKSE / BOLOVEN PLATEAU / PAKSE (B)
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Pakse. Meet upon arrival at the airport, transfer and check-in at your hotel. Excursion by car to Tadlo on the Northern edge of the Boloven Plateau. En route, visit Yaheune and Lavai villages. Upon arrival in Tadlo, discover the Seset waterfalls and visit the surrounding Alack and Nge tribal villages.
Lunch at Tadlo Resort.
Continue towards Paksong. En route, visit a Kaleum village and a tea and coffee plantation in Paksong. Then stop at the impressive Tadfane Waterfalls before returning to Pakse.
Overnight in Pakse.

Day 7 PAKSE / VAT PHOU / KHONG ISLAND (B/)
After breakfast, transfer to the pier and board a traditional riverboat for a 2-hour cruise downstream the Mekong River towards the former Royal capital of Champassak. Upon arrival, continue by car to Vat Phou (8 km from the city), a pre-Angkorian temple dating from the 6-13th century, classified as a World Heritage Site since 2002.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, continue your cruise along the Mekong River towards Khong Island (approx. 5 hours depending on water level). En route, stop at Ban Houei Thomo village and walk to the nearby ruins of the Khmer temple of Oum Moung, which is hidden in a thick forest. Arrival in Khong before sunset and check-in at your hotel.
Overnight in Khong Island.
Day 8 KHONG ISLAND / KHONE ISLAND / KHONG ISLAND (B/)
After breakfast, board a long-tail riverboat for a cruise through the maze of waterways into the tropical paradise of Siphandone “The 4,000 Islands”. During the rainy season, the Mekong River reaches a breadth of 14 km; when the water recedes, it leaves behind a myriad of islands and islets. Visit Det and Som Islands for a glimpse of the way of life of the fishermen.
Arrive in Khone Island and enjoy a lunch at a local restaurant.
Discover Khone Island’s colonial vestiges, including an old railway, which was built by the French in 1897 in order to bypass the powerful rapids that disrupt the navigation along the Mekong River. Continue to Liphi Waterfall, a home to a colony of fresh water dolphins, a rare and endangered species known as Irrawaddy Dolphins. Return to Khong Island.Overnight in Khong Island.

Day 9 KHONG ISLAND / KHONE PHAPENG / PHOU ASA / PAKSE (B/)
After breakfast, cross the Mekong River and continue to the famous waterfalls of Khone Phapeng, the largest cascade on the Mekong River along its 4,350 km journey from the Tibetan Plateau to the South China Sea. Drive back to Pakse.
Picnic lunch en route.
On the way, stop at Ban Khiet Ngong village, populated by the Suay ethnic group, and take an elephant ride through the primitive jungle to explore the enigmatic ruins of Phou Asa temple. Upon arrival in Pakse, check-in at your hotel. Overnight in Pakse.
Day 10 PAKSE / PREAH VIHEAR / UBON RATCHATANI (B/)
After breakfast, drive towards the Lao-Thai border crossing of Chongmek and proceed through immigration. Continue to the Angkorian temple of Preah Vihear (8-10th century). Its spectacular location on top of a cliff in the Dangrek range overlooks the Cambodian plains.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Transfer to Ubon Ratchatani airport for your departure flight.

Day 1 LUANG PRABANG
Meet upon arrival at Luang Prabang airport, transfer and check-in at your hotel. In the afternoon, visit Vat Visoun temple with its Singhalese-style stupa, That Makmo, and Vat Aham, one of the city’s major tutelary shrines housing the puppets of the Lao ancestors. Then, enjoy the sunset along the Mekong River at Vat Siphouthabath.Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 2 LUANG PRABANG / PAK OU / KHOUANGSY/ LUANG PRABANG (B)
After breakfast, visit Vat Xieng Thong, considered as the most beautiful temple of Luang Prabang with roofs that sweep low to the ground. Then take a traditional riverboat for a 2-hour cruise upstream the Mekong River towards Pak Ou, at the confluence of the Nam Ou and Mekong Rivers, to visit the sacred caves of Tham Ting and Tham Phoum, home to hundreds of Buddha statues. On the way, visit Vat Longkhoune temple, famous for its 18th century frescoes, and then Ban Xang Hai village where sticky rice wine distillation can be seen. Return to Luang Prabang and excursion by car to the beautiful waterfalls of Khouang Sy nestled in the lush tropical vegetation. On the way,Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 3 LUANG PRABANG(B)
After breakfast, visit the National Museum (former King’s Palace) displaying a collection of personal artifacts of the Royal Family. Continue to visit the nearby Vat Mai temple, which was the residence of a Buddhist patriarch before 1975, before climbing Phousi Hill for an outstanding view over the former Royal capital and the Mekong. Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Day 1 LUANG PRABANG
Meet upon arrival at Luang Prabang airport, transfer and check-in at your hotel. In the afternoon, visit Vat Visoun temple with its Singhalese-style stupa, That Makmo, and Vat Aham, one of the city’s major tutelary shrines housing the puppets of the Lao ancestors. Then, enjoy the sunset along the Mekong River at Vat Siphouthabath.Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 2 LUANG PRABANG / PAK OU / KHOUANGSY(B)
After breakfast, visit Vat Xieng Thong, considered as the most beautiful temple of Luang Prabang with roofs that sweep low to the ground. Then take a traditional riverboat for a 2-hour cruise upstream the Mekong River towards Pak Ou, at the confluence of the Nam Ou and Mekong Rivers, to visit the sacred caves of Tham Ting and Tham Phoum, home to hundreds of Buddha statues. On the way, visit Vat Longkhoune temple, famous for its 18th century frescoes, and then Ban Xang Hai village where sticky rice wine distillation can be seen. Return to Luang Prabang and excursion by car to the beautiful waterfalls of Khouang Sy nestled in the lush tropical vegetation. On the way continue by car to visit the weaving village of Ban Xang Khong where traditional mulberry leaves paper is also produced. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 3 LUANG PRABANG / Lao Spirit / LUANG PRABANG (B)
After breakfast, At your hotel My Guide

• Pick up from your hotel and transfer to Elephant Camp
• passing teak plantations along the Nam Khan River en route.
• Enjoy your elephant safari through verdant rain forests and the unique experience of feeding the elephant bananas especially to our two youngsters. - Return from our Elephant Camp to Luang Prabang via van with a visit to Ban Pha Nom (a ‘Tai Lu’ textile weaving “village”) on the return journey.
• Arrive at your hotel

Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 4 LUANG PRABANG (B)
After breakfast, visit the National Museum (former King’s Palace) displaying a collection of personal artifacts of the Royal Family. Continue to visit the nearby Vat Mai temple, which was the residence of a Buddhist patriarch before 1975, before climbing Phousi Hill for an outstanding view over the former Royal capital and the Mekong. Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Day 1 - HOUEI SAY / PAKBENG
Meet upon arrival at Houei Say immigration checkpoint and transfer to the pier. Board a traditional riverboat for a cruise downstream the Mekong River towards Pakbeng (approx. 7 hours depending on the water level). The Mekong River has kept much of its untamed character with impressive rapids and lush jungles along each bank. En route, stop and visit some hill tribes’ villages such as the H’Mong village of Ban Houeilampene and the Thai Lu village of Ban Kouaytoune. Picnic lunch on board.
Arrive in Pakbeng, a rustic town village that sits on a steep hillside and offers spectacular views on the Mekong River. Check-in at your hotel.
Dinner at the hotel and overnight in Pakbeng.

Day 2 - PAKBENG / PAK OU / LUANG PRABANG (B/)
After breakfast, continue your cruise along the Mekong River towards the former Royal capital of Luang Prabang (approx. 6 hours depending on the water level). On the way, stop at Pak Ou, at the confluence of the Nam Ou and Mekong Rivers, to visit the sacred caves of Tham Ting and Tham Phoum, home to hundreds of Buddha statues. Continue to Ban Xang Hai village where sticky rice wine distillation can be seen and then stop at Vat Longkhoune temple, famous for its 18th century frescoes.
Picnic lunch on board.
Upon arrival in Luang Prabang, transfer and check-in at your hotel.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 3 - LUANG PRABANG(B)
After breakfast, visit Vat Xieng Thong, considered as the most beautiful temple of Luang Prabang with roofs that sweep low to the ground, Vat Visoun temple with its Singhalese-style stupa, That Makmo, and Vat Aham, one of the city’s major tutelary shrines housing the puppets of Lao ancestors. In the afternoon, visit the National Museum (former King’s Palace) displaying a collection of personal artifacts of the Royal Family. Continue to visit the nearby Vat Mai temple, which was the residence of a Buddhist patriarch before 1975 before climbing Phousi Hill to enjoy sunset over the city and the Mekong River.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 4 - LUANG PRABANG / KHOUANG SY / LUANG PRABANG(B)
After breakfast, excursion by car to the beautiful waterfalls of Khouang Sy nestled in the lush tropical vegetation. On the way, visit some hill tribes’ villages such as the H’Mong village of Ban Thinkeo and the Khmu village of Ban Thapaene. Return to Luang Prabang and continue to visit the weaving village of Ban Xang Khong where traditional Sa paper is also produced. Time at leisure to stroll through the H’Mong market.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 5 - LUANG PRABANG (B)
After breakfast, day at leisure
Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 6 - LUANG PRABANG / VANG VIENG(B)
After breakfast, depart for Vang Vieng through an astonishing landscape of limestone karsts. Visit a few villages along the road before reaching Vang Vieng around lunch time. In the afternoon, visit the Vang Vieng Caves. Overnight in Vang Vieng.

Day 7 - VANG VIENG / VIENTIANE(B)
After breakfast, drive to Vientiane (about 3 hours).In the afternoon, visit Vat Sisaket, the only original temple in Vientiane (built in 1818 - it is the sole survivor of a Thai invasion in 1828), the Ho Phrakeo, the former Royal Chapel, where an Emerald Buddha dating back to the time of the Lane Xang Kingdom was enshrined, the Patouxai and That Luang stupa.
Overnight in Vientiane.

Day 8 - VIENTIANE / DEPARTURE (B)
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to NEXT DESTINATION

Jour 2 11Nov09 : CHIANG SEAN / CHIANG KHONG / HOUEI SAY / PAKBENG(Pdéj /Déj/Dîner)
Après le petit déjeuner, partez en voiture au poste frontière thaï de Chiang Khong (environ.1h30) et traversez le Mékong pour rejoindre le poste frontière lao de Houei Say.
Accueil à l’arrivée au poste frontière de Houei Say et transfert à l’embarcadère. Empruntez un bateau traditionnel pour une croisière au fil du Mékong vers Pakbeng (environ 7 heures en fonction du niveau des eaux). Enserré de montagnes couvertes de jungle, le flot impétueux du Mékong franchit à plusieurs reprises d’impressionnants rapides. En route, arrêtez-vous pour visiter des villages de tribus montagnardes tels que le village H’Mong de Ban Houeilampene et le village Thai Lu de Ban Kouaytoune. Arrivée à Pakbeng, un bourg rustique perché à flanc de colline qui offre de spectaculaires panoramas sur le Mékong. Enregistrement à votre hôtel.
Déjeuner pique-nique à bord. Dîner à l’hôtel Nuitée à Pakbeng.

Jour 3 12Nov09 : PAKBENG / OUDOMXAY / MUANG LA(Pdéj /Déj/Dîner)
Après le petit-déjeuner, promenade à pied dans la forêt pour découvrir un beau village Khmu à Pakbeng. Puis depart vers Oudomxay. La route suit la vallée de la rivière Nam Beng peuplée de Khmu et de Thai Daeng (Thai Rouges) qui ont préservé leurs croyances et leur mode de vie ancestral.
Continuation vers Muang La, tout près d’Oudomxay. À l’arrivée, enregistrement à l’hôtel.
Déjeuner dans un restaurant local. Dîner à l’hôtel
Nuitée à Muang La.

Jour 4 13Nov09 : MUANG LA(Pdéj /Déj/Dîner)
Départ en minibus pour Pak Khai; cette agréable introduction de 20mn se fera à travers de magnifiques vues sur la rivière Nampak, les rizières en terrasse et les petits villages du peuple Khamu. A l’arrivée, départ à pied. Ce trek sera l’occasion de rencontrer des paysans locaux travaillant dans les rizières. Après 1 heure et demi de marche arrivée au village de Phavie, situé en haut d’une colline pour déjeuner sous forme pique nique. La marche reprendra après ce déjeuner afin d’atteindre de fraîches cascades. Vers 14h30 chemin retour en fin d’après-midi. Dîner à l’hôtel
Nuitée à Muang La.
Jour 5 14Nov09 : MUANG LA / NONG KHIO(Pdéj /Déj/Dîner)
Route en direction de Muang Khua (environ 1 heure 30) embarquement sur un bateau lent traditionnel pour une descente de la Nam Ou jusqu’à Muang Ngoï (environ 3 heures). Arrêt dans un joli village Thaï Ed. Arrivée à Muang Ngoï. Déjeuner dans un restaurant local. L’après-midi, départ pour une promenade à pieds (environ 2 heures), dans les environs de Muang Ngoï au milieu de paysages de rizières et de falaises karstiques rappelant la baie d’Along. Puis continuation en bateau jusqu’à Nong Khiaw. Installation à l’hôtel. Dîner à l’hôtel
Nuitée à Nong Khio.

Jour 6 15Nov09 : NONG KHIO / LUANG PRABANG (Pdéj /Déj/Dîner)
Poursuite du voyage en bateau traditionnel sur la rivière Nam Ou: après quatre heures de navigation, arrêt au confluent avec le Mékong où se trouvent les grottes de Pak Ou, célèbres pour leurs innombrables représentations du Bouddha. Continuation pour Luang Prabang A l’arrivée à Luang Prabang, enregistrement à l’hôtel.
Déjeuner et dîner dans les restaurants locaux
Nuitée à Luang Prabang.

Jour 7 16Nov09 : LUANG PRABANG(Pdéj /Déj/Dîner)
Après le petit-déjeuner, visitez le Vat Xieng Thong, considéré comme le plus beau temple de Luang Prabang avec ses toits superposés qui descendent jusqu’au sol, le temple de Vat Visoun avec son stupa de style singhalais, le That Makmo, puis le Vat Aham, un des principaux sanctuaires de la ville dédié aux ancêtres des Laos. Dans l’après-midi, visitez le Musée National (l’ancien Palais Royal) qui présente une collection d’objets personnels de la famille royale. Continuez avec la visite du temple de Vat Mai, qui fut la résidence d’un patriarche bouddhiste jusqu’en 1975. Finissez la journée par l’ascension du Mont Phousi d’où vous découvrirez une vue panoramique sur l’ancienne capitale royale et sur le Mékong au coucher du soleil.
Déjeuner et dîner dans les restaurants locaux
Nuitée à Luang Prabang.

Jour 8 17Nov09 : LUANG PRABANG / KHOANG SY / LUANG PRABANG (Pdéj /Déj/Dîner)
Après le petit-déjeuner, excursion en voiture aux superbes chutes de Khouang Sy, nichées dans la luxuriante végétation tropicale. En chemin, visitez les villages des tribus montagnardes comme le village H’Mong de Ban Thinkeo et le village Khmu de Ban Thapaene. Retour à Luang Prabang et continuation par la route pour visiter le village de tisserands de Ban Xang Khong où l’on produit également le papier traditionnel à base d’écorce de mûrier. Temps libre pour flâner dans le marché H’Mong.
Déjeuner et dîner dans les restaurants locaux
Nuitée à Luang Prabang.

Jour 9 18Nov09 : LUANG PRABANG / XIENG KHOANG(Pdéj /Déj/Dîner)
Vous quittez la capitale et continuation par route vers la province de Xieng Khouang (environ 8heures de route) En route, vous traverserez de multiples villages, rencontrerez de nombreuses tribus laotiennes et profiterez des paysages magiques qui jalonnent le chemin.
Merci de noter qu’il s’agit d’une longue journée de route.
Déjeuner et dîner dans les restaurants locaux
Nuitée à Xieng Khoang.

Jour 10 19Nov09 : XIENG KHOANG (Pdéj /Déj/Dîner)
Après le petit-déjeuner, départ pour une excursion jusqu'à Mouang Khoune, ancienne capitale de la province, qui a été presque entièrement détruite par les bombardements américains au cours de la Guerre du Vietnam. En cours de trajet, visite des villages de minorités ethniques H’Mong, Thai Dam (Thai Noirs) et Phuan. Tour d’orientation de Mouang Khoune et visite des vestiges des temples de Vat Phia Vat et de Vat Tha Foune.
Continuation par la visite des Sites 2 (qui abrite les plus grosses jarres) et 3 de la Plaine des Jarres, tous deux situés à proximité de Mouang Khoune avant le retour vers Phonesavanh (Xieng Khouang).
Déjeuner et dîner dans les restaurants locaux
Nuitée à Xieng Khouang.

Jour 11 20Nov09 : XIENG KHOANG / VANG VIENG(Pdéj /Déj/Dîner)
Après le petit-déjeuner tôt du matin, visite du Site 1, à 10 Km de Phonesavanh qui regroupe 300 jarres.
Puis continuation par route vers Vang Vieng (environ 5-6 heures) à travers des paysages de montagnes karstiques de toute beauté. En route, visite de quelques villages.
À l’arrivée, enregistrement à l’hôtel.
Déjeuner et dîner dans les restaurants locaux
Nuitée à Vang Vieng.

Jour 12 21Nov09 : VANG VIENG / VIENTIANE(Pdéj /Déj/Dîner)
Après le petit-déjeuner, visite des grottes calcaires et des environs de Vang Vieng avant de départ par la route pour Vientiane (3h de route).
Arrêt sur le site archéologique de Vang Xang, dont la dizaine de Bouddhas sculptés dans la roche dateraient du XIe siècle. À l’arrivée, visitez le Vat Sisaket (construit en 1818, c’est le seul temple de Vientiane qui n’a pas été détruit lors de l’invasion thaï de 1828) et le grand stupa doré de That Luang, fondé par le roi Setthathirath en 1566 et symbole de la souveraineté laotienne et de la religion bouddhiste.
Déjeuner et dîner dans les restaurants locaux
Nuitée à Vientiane.

Jour 13 22Nov09 : VIENTIANE / PAKSE / ILE DE KHONG(Pdéj /Déj/Dîner)
Après le petit-déjeuner, transfert matinal à l’aéroport pour votre vol a destination de Pakse. Accueil à l’arrivée à l’aéroport de Pakse et transfert à l’embarcadère. Empruntez un bateau traditionnel pour 2 heures de croisière au fil du Mékong en direction de l’ancienne capitale royale de Champassak. Escale au village de Houei Thomo et balade jusqu’aux ruines voisines du temple khmer de Oum Moung, caché au cœur d’une épaisse forêt. A l’arrivée à Champassak, continuation la croisière vers Vat Phou (à 8 km de la ville), un temple pré-Angkorien construit entre le 6eme et le 13eme siècle et classé au Patrimoine Mondial depuis 2002. Dans l’après-midi, continuez en bateau jusqu’à Ban Hatsai Khoune et traversez le Mékong pour rejoindre l’Ile de Khong. Enregistrement à votre hôtel.
Déjeuner et dîner dans les restaurants locaux
Nuitée sur l’Ile de Khong.

Jour 14 23Nov09 : ILE DE KHONG / ILE DE KHONE / ILE DE KHONG(Pdéj /Déj/Dîner)
Après le petit-déjeuner, empruntez une pirogue à moteur pour une croisière au cœur du labyrinthe de voies d’eau formant le paradis tropical de Siphandone, “Les 4.000 Iles”. Durant la saison des pluies, le Mékong atteint une largeur de 14 Km; quand les eaux refluent, elles laissent derrière elles une myriade d’îles et d’îlots. Visitez les îles de Det et Som pour avoir un aperçu du mode de vie traditionnel des pêcheurs locaux.
Arrivée sur l’île de Khone.
Découvrez les vestiges coloniaux de l’île de Khone, dont une vieille voie ferrée construite par les Français en 1897 afin de contourner les puissants rapides qui perturbent la navigation sur le Mékong. Continuez vers les chutes de Liphi, où vit une colonie de dauphins d’eau douce, les « dauphins de l’Irrawaddy » une espèce rare en voie de disparition. Retour sur l’Ile de Khong. Déjeuner et dîner dans les restaurants locaux
Nuitée sur l’Ile de Khong.

Jour 15 24Nov09 : ILE DE KHONG / KHONE PHAPENG / PAKSE(Pdéj /Déj/Dîner)
Après le petit-déjeuner, traversée du Mekong et continuation par la route jusqu’aux célèbres chutes de Khone Phapeng, les plus importantes au cours des 4,350 Km de voyage du Mékong, du Plateau Tibétain à la Mer de Chine. Retour par la route à Pakse.
Arrêtez-vous ensuite au village de Ban Khiet Ngong, où vit la minorité ethnique Suay, et faites une promenade à dos d’éléphant à travers la jungle primaire pour explorer les mystérieuses ruines du temple de Phou Asa. A l’arrivée à Pakse, enregistrement à votre hôtel.
Déjeuner et dîner dans les restaurants locaux
Nuitée à Pakse.

Jour 16 25Nov09 : PAKSE / TADLO / PAKSE(Pdéj /Déj/Dîner)
Après le petit-déjeuner, excursion à Tadlo sur le Plateau des Boloven. En chemin, arrêt dans les villages Yaheune et Lavai. A l’arrivée à Tadlo, découvrez les chutes de Seset et visitez les villages tribaux voisins peuplés par les ethnies Alack et Nge.
Déjeuner à Tadlo.
Continuation vers la fertile région de Paksong. En route, visitez un village Kaleum et une plantation de thé et de café puis arrêtez-vous aux impressionnantes chutes de Tadfane avant l’arrivée à Pakse.
Dîner dans un restaurant local.
Nuitée à Pakse.

Jour 17 26Nov09 : PAKSE / CHONGMEK / UBON RATCHATANI(Pdéj )
Après le petit-déjeuner, départ par la route jusqu’au poste frontière lao - thaï de Chongmek et assistance au passage des formalités administratives.
Transfert à l’aéroport d’Ubon Ratchatani pour votre vol de départ.

Our prices include:

• Accommodation in shared double or twin room at hotels selected.
• Transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as per program.
• English speaking guide for each area as per program except during time at leisure.
• Entry fees for all sightseeing as mentioned on the program.
• Private boat for cruises.
• Meals as mentioned on the program: (B) for breakfast.
• 1 FOC in half twin room from 15 paying pax.

Our prices do not include:

• Visa fee in Laos (35 USD per person upon arrival + 2 passport size pictures).
• International arrival and departure flights and international airport taxes.
• Meals not mentioned.
• Drinks, tips, personal expenses and all services not clearly mentioned.

Note:

• Offer subject to availability.
• Program is subject to change without notice due to Lao Airlines unexpected changes of schedule or flight cancellations.
• We reserve the right to adjust the prices in case of an increase of the fuel surcharge by transportation companies.