A LITTLE VIETNAM AND LAOS

MULTI-COUNTRY

Combined tour 13 Day(s)

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Day 1

HANOI ARRIVAL

On arriving at Noi Bai Airport, you will be picked up and transferred to the hotel in the city centre. Hotel check-in is available at 2 pm. Freetime to discover the old quarter.

Day 2

HANOI CITY TOUR (B)

Starting the day trip with a visit to the Tran Quoc Pagoda. We will then visit the Temple of Literature, constructed in 1070 to worship Confucius, which also served as the first Royal National University in Vietnam. There are 82 stone steles ... Read more

Day 3

HANOI – MAI CHAU – HOMESTAY (B, L, D)

Today we escape the busy city and head to Mai Chau - a beautiful and quaint valley mainly occupied by the White Thai. We get to the town around noon where a special lunch prepared by the Thai people is waiting to be served. In the afternoon, ... Read more

Day 4

MAI CHAU – PU LUONG NATURE RESERVE (B)

In the morning we will drive to Pu Luong. The road leading to Pu Luong Nature Reserve takes you to breathtaking mountain passes and offers fascinating bird’s- eye views of the whole valley. We reach Pu Luong right in time for a delicious lun ... Read more

Day 5

PU LUONG – TAM COC – HOA LU (B)

Car transfer to Tam Coc (Ninh Binh). In the afternoon, we will take the road to Tam Coc, where we will embark on a small rowing boat to discover the outstanding karst waterscape on Ngo Dong River. Tam Coc literally translates to « three cave ... Read more

Day 6

NINH BINH – LAN HA BAY (B, L, D)

Our journey today is toward the East, through the rich farmland of the Red River Delta, and then by boat to Cat Hai Island off the port city of Hai Phong. On arrival at the port, you are welcomed aboard the ship. Settle into a private comfor ... Read more

Day 7

LAN HA BAY – HANOI, FLIGHT TO LUANG PRABANG (B, L)

Waking up early is rewarded with a fine view of the bay during sunrise. Breakfast will be served on board at around 7:30 am. The junk continues to sail in Lan Ha bay, cruising through the most beautiful peaks and rocks. At around 8:45 am, we ... Read more

Day 8

LUANG PRABANG’S TREASURES (B)

This day is dedicated to the most important sites of Luang Prabang: venture into Wat Visoun, a temple from the 16th century rehabilitated into a small religious museum, then into Wat Aham, a temple from the early 19th century. Two guardians, ... Read more

Day 9

LUANG PRABANG – PAK OU GROTTO - KUANG SI WATERFALLS (B)

In the morning, embark on a narrow, fast local boat, for an excursion on the Mekong River to Pak Ou. Many wonders await you on this journey: lush landscapes, typical villages and authentic local life. Pak Ou sanctuaries consist of two large ... Read more

Day 10

LUANG PRABANG – PAKSE – WATERFALL TAD LO (B)

In the morning, transfer to the airport and take a flight to Pakse. Upon arrival, drive to Saravanh province via Tateng. Stop on the way to visit a local tea culture, and meet the villagers to discover the local lifestyle of the country's et ... Read more

Day 11

TAD LO – SIPHADONE (B)

After breakfast, your guide and your driver will pick you up at the hotel for a full day of exploring the Pakse province. First, a small detour will allow you to discover ethnic minorities in authentic villages. Continue your journey to Wat ... Read more

Day 12

SIPHANDONE, CRUISING IN THE WILDERNESS (B)

After breakfast, cruise in a huge area named "the four thousand islands", famous for its biodiversity and its picturesque karst peaks. Discover the falls of Lippi, whose name, "spirit trapper" in Lao, refers to the local beliefs that current ... Read more

Day 13

SIPHADONE – PAKSE DEPARTURE (B)

After breakfast, transfer to Pakse airport for your departure flight. End of our services.

OVERVIEW
Let’s discover Vietnam's incredible diversity by walking through the ancient city of Hanoi, cruising on the picturesque Lan Ha Bay, and experiencing a homestay with the Thai people of Mai Chau and Pu Luong. Your journey ends with the beautiful temples of Luang Prabang - the most important architectural and cultural centre of Laos. This great itinerary will present multiple meetings with local people guided by ancestral traditions. An essential journey!

HIGHLIGHTS
•   The extraordinary karst peaks of Lan Ha Bay
•   The breath-taking terraced rice fields of Mai Chau and Pu Luong
•   The sugar loaves of Tam Coc
•   Admire the most vibrant temples in Luang Prabang.

Hotel list

OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:

Accommodation with breakfast on a Double/Twin Basis in Hotels listed or similar
2 days/1 night cruise in Lan Ha Bay
All entrance fees and sightseeing as mentioned in the program
Experienced English speaking tour guides except on free days (for other language guides supplements will be applied)
Meals as mentioned in the program (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles with driver
Boat trips in the Mekong Delta as mentioned in the program
Domestic flights Hanoi - Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang - Pakse in economy class
Bottled water during the tour day

OUR SERVICES DO NOT INCLUDE:

Rates and Hotels are subject to availability
Domestic & International flights when not mentioned
Drinks and meals other than those mentioned
Gratuities to guides, drivers, boat crews, wait staff... We recommend you allow USD$3-6 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture.
Personal expenses of any nature like, laundry, telephone calls, shopping, incidentals at hotels etc.
Visa Stamping Fee for Vietnam and Laos
Travel Insurance
Peak season or Public holiday surcharges if any
Other services not mentioned in the itinerary