The six-day Luang Prabang Highlights itinerary is ideal for groups of friends and family seeking a true taste of the local culture. You will get the opportunity to see the most noteworthy vista in the area, which extends from Mount Phousi to Kuang Si Waterfall. Visit nearby communities to learn some useful information about traditional hand-crafted goods.
Have the chance to spend the night in a local home and learn about the everyday activities in the area. Join us right now!
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The six-day Luang Prabang Highlights itinerary is ideal for groups of friends and family seeking a true taste of the local culture. You will get the opportunity to see the most noteworthy vista in the area, which extends from Mount Phousi to Kuang Si Waterfall. Visit nearby communities to learn some useful information about traditional hand-crafted goods. Have the chance to spend the night in a local home and learn about the everyday activities in the area. Join us right now!
Step down to the Luang Prabang airport, tourists will be transferred directly to the hotel to check in. After that, feel free to have your own adventure around the city
EveningÂ
Dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight at Luang Prabang
Morning
08:30: Moving to Nahm Dong Park in Ban Xiengmouk, which is 10km away from the city center.
We will begin the day with the Zipline flying to take in the major forests and waterfalls after a brief greeting from the park management. The duration of this activity is one hour.
Tourists will cross various flying bridges, little streams, and clear-water ponds through the jungle route.
View Mount Phousi in the city's heart while enjoying a delectable picnic lunch.
Afternoon
The remainder of the day will be spent deciding whether to unwind in the camp's huts, go for a leisurely stroll through the park, or cool down in the natural pools.
NOTE:
Morning
We travel to the Traditional Arts and Ethnology Center (TAEC) after breakfast to explore the area and gain a better understanding of Lao ethnic culture.
One of the two founders or directors of TAEC will lead a one-hour session on "Ethnic Diversity and Cultural Change in Laos" for visitors. The seminars provide viewers with a fascinating look into the customs of ethnic communities as well as some rare, off-limits objects from TAEC's collection.
The ethnic Khmu lunch will be served at noon
Afternoon
Heading to the magnificent Kuang Si Waterfalls - the biggest waterfalls in the Luang Prabang area where you can be amazed by the spectacular view and enjoy the chilly, crystal clear water.
We will stop by the Bear Rescue Center. Tourists can visit animals that were saved from hunters and traffickers here.
Visit the Ock Pop Tock Living Craft Center, where the expert will reveal the techniques for creating textiles of the highest standard. Visitors should also take the opportunity to see Luang Prabang's splendor at dusk.
Get back to the hotel and call it a day.
Morning
We will prepare to join the daily morning almsgiving - the most sacred tradition of Laos, which dates way back to the 14th century.
Visit a local morning market close to the Royal Palace to witness locals’ daily activities.
Move on to Ban Xang Hai - the traditional rice wine-making village, then experience the 30-minute elephant ride while viewing the Mekong River.
Driving to Ban Pak Ou, we take a cruise on the Mekong River to sightsee the Pak Ou Caves. The cave is renowned for housing hundreds of Buddha sculptures in different postures.
Following that, we'll continue our trip along the Nam Ou River to the wonderful Nam Ou Riverside Resort.
The remainder of the day is free for you to relax by the resort's lovely pool or go exploring at your own pace by taking a walk through the local communities.Â
9am Departure from your hotel in Luang Prabang
9:30am - 10:30am Food tour in the local market to pick up fresh ingredients to cook during your stay
12pm – 12:30pm Arrival in the village area and river crossing with local ferry or pirogue. Introduction with the family.
12:30pm - 1:30pm Lunch time with family
1:30pm – 2pm Rest
2pm – 5pm Explore local activity in the village, visit the school, visit the weavers who can tailor-make a local dress for you ;) and other village artisans.
5pm – 6pm Bathe in the river or shower in the house
6pm – 7pm Prepare dinner with Kham or enjoy a fresh beer Lao or a local drink with your hosts
7:30pm – 9pm Dinner with the family
9pm till ….
Kham’s favorite after dinner activity is playing cards with her uncle. You are welcome to join, but beware… Kham and her uncle are very good!​
5am - 6am Wake up early to prepare sticky rice for Monk’s offering later on
6am – 7am Alms giving in the temple
7am – 8am Breakfast with the family
8am – 10am Go with Kham and her uncle fishing on the Ou River and learn some new techniques
10am – 1pm Hike to the rice fields and explore the rural life of farmers. Visit some family organic gardens on the way too.
1pm – 2pm Lunch time with the family
Then transfer back to Luang Prabang.
Transfer to the airport by our driver (no guide).
