LAO 701
FROM NORTHERN THAILAND TO LAOS

This tour starts in Chiang Rai, then passing the Golden Triangle area, continues through the mountain wilderness to Thaton and further to Chaing Mai, Thailand's northern capital. From here a short flight will bring you to Luang Prabang, the former royal Laotian town. The itnerary ends in the Laotian capital of Vientiane.

Photo: Luang Prabang, Laos.

DEPARTURE:

Daily from Chiang Rai, private tour, minimum 2 persons

DAY 1 CHIANG RAI

On arrival transfer to the hotel and rest of the day at leisure. In the evening opportunity to visit Chiang Rai's little, but colourful night bazaar.

DAY 2 CHIANG RAI - THATON

In the morning drive first to northern direction to Chiang Saen and along the Mekong River to the famous Golden Triangle. Have a look in to the Opium Museum. Go on and reach Mae Sai, the border- and market town. Optional side trip to Burmese border town of Tachilek can be arranged (one day border pass available). Then continue through the mountain wilderness, passing various hill tribe villages, such as Akha, Yao and Lisu. Arrive late afternoon at the small town of Thaton on the banks of the Kok River. Here overnight at a riverside resort.

Photo: Luang Prabang, Laos.

DAY 3 THATON - CHIANG MAI

First visit Wat Thaton on a small slope with its giant Buddha images and great views to the Kok Valley and mountain wilderness. Then drive to Chiang Mai and have some stops on the way, for example at a rice mill, one of the rare Palong hill tribe villages and at an orchid farm. Arrive Chiang Mai in the afternoon. There might be some time left for sightseeing in the northern capital. Overnight in the city center.

DAY 4 CHIANG MAI - LUANG PRABANG

In the morning take a sightseeing tour in Chiang Mai (also visit to an elephant camp possible). Early afternoon take a short flight to Luang Prabang, the former royal Laotian town. Visa for Laos on arrival. Transfer to the hotel. Late afternoon take a boat trip on the Mekong Riverto the holy Thum Ting caves, located at the junction of the Ou River, which enshrining numerous Buddha images. On the way back stop at a riverside village, which is famous for production of rice wine. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Photo: River in Mae Sai, Chiang Rai Province, at the border Thailand - Burma (Myanmar), Northern Thailand.

DAY 5 LUANG PRABANG

Visit the picturesque Kuangxi waterfall and see some rural villages, including the weaving village of Ban Phanom. Return to Luang Prabang for a tour through the small town. Visit at least one of the ancient temples and the old royal palace.

DAY 6 LUANG PRABANG - VIENTIANE

In the morning take a short flight to Vientiane, the Laotian capital. On arrival transfer to the hotel. Then start for a sightseeing tour through the capital, which includes all major sights, such as That Luang Stupa, Pratu Xai and the central market. Overnight in the city center.

DAY 7 VIENTIANE

Day at leisure until transfer to the airport or the Thai-Lao border at the Friendship Bridge near Nong Khai. Also transfer possible all the way to Udon Thani.

OPTIONS:

A side trip to Xiengkhouang with a visit to the Plain of Jars can be included in this itinerary. In that case we have to add another day/night. The same counts for a side trip to Vangvieng.

VISA:
A 15-days visa for Laos will be provided on arrival at Luang Prabang Airport (Day 4) for US$ 30.-

INCLUDES:
Air ticket Chiang Mai-Luang Prabang and Luang Prabang-Vientiane, air-conditioned transportation, English speaking tour guide, all transfers and excursions as mentioned in the above itinerary, accommodation at middle- and upper middle class hotels/resorts, half board (breakfast and lunch). entrance fees

NOT INCLUDED:
Visa for Laos, all drinks, tips and personal expenses

 

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