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A Taste of Laos in Style
Trip Valid:
01/01/2008 to 31/12/2008
Duration:
5 days (Vientiane to Luang Prabang)
Highlights:
Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Mekong River, Pak Ou Caves
Trip Code:
LAC
Price:
Prices from USD $675
Valid for departures 1JAN08-30DEC08
Seasonal variations apply
JAN-APR - Shoulder
MAY-SEP - Low
OCT-DEC - High
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Extras:
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Experience the essence of Laos on this short but enlightening trip staying in luxury boutique hotels. Colonial mansions, tree-lined boulevards and Buddhist temples impart a unique timelessness to the charming town of Vientiane, situated on the banks of the mighty Mekong River. The former royal capital of Luang Prabang never fails to enchant visitors with its abundance of temples, faded French provincial architecture and its gentle friendly people. On this private tour, visit the sights of Vientiane and Luang Prabang and get a memorable introduction to this fascinating country seemingly lost in time.
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meals included: 4 breakfasts, 1 Lunch
transport: Air-conditioned car/minibus for transfers and sightseeing, riverboat, plane
accommodation: Luxury boutique hotels (4 nts). Triple rooms are not available.
budget: Allow USD $100 for meals not included.
departs: Departs daily
important notes:
1.Roundtrip airport to hotel transfers are included - transfers must be arranged in advance so please forward us the flight numbers and times at least 14 days prior to departure.
2.Please note if you are organising your own pre/post tour arrangements then arrival/departure transfers are not complimentary. Intrepid will only provide one complimentary arrival/departure transfer even if clients are arriving/departing at different times
Day 1 Vientiane
Vientiane, the charming and fascinating capital of Laos, is one of the classic Indo Chinese cities. It conjures up exotic images with its intriguing mix of Lao, Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese, French, American and Soviet influences.
Day 2 Vientiane to Luang Prabang
Don't miss the vibrant and colourful morning market before the flight to Luang Prabang. In the late afternoon visit the Royal Palace Museum, an eclectic blend of French and Lao architecture.
Day 3 Boat trip to Pak Ou Caves
Take a boat trip to the Pak Ou Caves; two sacred limestone caves full of Buddha images of all styles and sizes, brought to the caves by devoted villagers.
Days 4-5 Luang Prabang
In the misty early morning, lines of saffron-robed Buddhist monks walk the narrow streets and laneways to receive alms from the faithful. Don't miss Wat Xieng Thong, Luang Prabang's most magnificent temple.
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