Day1.
On arrival at the airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. This afternoon at 2:00pm, begin your exploration of Luang Prabang, the UNESCO Heritage town by local style Tuktuk, begin your discovery by visiting National Museum former Royal Palace and most magnificent temples, Wat Xieng Tong. In the early evening, travel to a picturesque rural setting to participate in a special Lao welcome at a traditional baci a blessing ceremony and home-cooked dinner, to honour your arrival in Laos and to wish you safe travels in this magical country. Dinner included.
Day2.
Depart your hotel at 8:30am for the short transfer to the boat jetty. Over the following two hours, enjoy a leisurely boat journey along the Mekong to the mysterious ‘Cave of 1,000 Buddhas’ at Pak Ou. Along the way, soak up the Mekong riverside scenery: villages, local fisherman, and mountains carpeted with thick green forest. At the caves, in a tradition that has lasted for centuries, local people add annually to a repository of Buddha statues near the base of the small cave. On the way back to Luang Prabang, visit a riverside village and sample the local rice wine (Lao-Lao). After gliding back into town, break for lunch. In the afternoon, depart by private vehicle for Kuang Si waterfalls (40 minutes), the most beautiful and famous falls in Laos. Swim in the turquoise waters, or simply explore the beautiful surrounds. On the return to Luang Prabang, visit a nearby sanctuary which cares for and rehabilitates bears rescued from animal traders, or from deforested habitat. Return to Luang Prabang, stopping as you like for photos of countryside and villages. Your tour ends with hotel drop-off, mid to late afternoon.
Day3.
Rise early this morning to see robed Buddhist monks collecting morning alms, following a centuries-old ritual, visit Mount Phousi for sunrise and enjoy the panoramic view of Luang Prabang, Stroll down the local morning Market a vibrant place for an introduction to the colourful fruits and vegetables which make up the tasty regional diet. Free time or explore Luang Prabang at your own pace before transfer to the airport for your ongoing flight.