This 9-day Laos and Thailand tour covers the most attractive spots in Luang Prabang, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai. You will take in the splendid culture and history, the picturesque landscape of the two countries, and experience an unforgettable Indochina tour.
The tour starts from the city of Luang Prabang, where you will visit the Royal Palace Museum, Wat Aham, Wat Mai, etc. You will also explore the beautiful Khouang Si Waterfall there. Then in Chiang Mai, you will visit the holy temples. One of the biggest highlights of this tour is to see the lovely elephant at Elephant Nature Park. In the end, you will transfer to Chiang Rai to discover the Golden Triangle.
Highlights of This Trip
This 9-day Laos and Thailand tour covers the most attractive spots in Luang Prabang, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai. You will take in the splendid culture and history, the picturesque landscape of the two countries, and experience an unforgettable Indochina tour.
The tour starts from the city of Luang Prabang, where you will visit the Royal Palace Museum, Wat Aham, Wat Mai, etc. You will also explore the beautiful Khouang Si Waterfall there. Then in Chiang Mai, you will visit the holy temples. One of the biggest highlights of this tour is to see the lovely elephant at Elephant Nature Park. In the end, you will transfer to Chiang Rai to discover the Golden Triangle.
Itinerary in brief
Luang Prabang(3 nights)
Chiang Mai(3 nights)
Chiang Rai(2 night)
Why you'll love this trip?
Prepare yourself to swim and have fun in the falls and enjoy the natural pools.
Visit Luang Prabang, a Shangri-La of golden temples and pampered refinement.
See thousands of Buddha images during your riverboat to Pak Ou caves.
Soak up the contrasting cultural splendor of Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai.
Indulge in the riverside exclusivity of a renowned elephant camp.
Flight: International flight on your own arrangement or upon request
Welcome to Laos, the mysterious Buddhist country with a unique culture and natural beauty.
Upon your arrival in Luang Prabang, your private local guide will welcome you in the airport then escort you to your hotel in Luang Prabang city.
Rest of the day is at your leisure to relax and explore the city, you can enjoy some drinks in one of the cafés or strolling along the beautiful riverside.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Meals: B
Your full day city tour begins after breakfast, you will visit the Royal Palace Museum (closed on Tuesday), which hosts a range of interesting artifacts; See the city's oldest temple of Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground and representing classical Laotian architecture; Visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine of Wat Aham.
In the afternoon, head to visit the Arts and Ethnology Centre to learn about Laos’ many ethnic cultures before heading out of town to see the weaving villages of Ban Xiengkhong and Ban Xienglek. Later, return to the city for a visit to Wat Mai. Finally climb to the top of Mount Phousi to explore the sacred, gilded stupa and a sunset view of the city and the Mekong River.
At night, you will visit the famous Night Market, where you'll find handmade textiles made by local and hill tribe peoples living in the surroundings.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Meals: B
Your memorable trip will start from partaking in an alms ritual in the morning, you will accept the blessing by monks who you give the alms. Have breakfast in the hotel and then, visit the Royal Palace Museum to learn some history of Laos. Continue to you will embark on a private boat for a 2 hours boat trip along the Mekong River to the Pak Ou Cave. During the boat trip, you will enjoy the beautiful scenery along the Mekong River and see the daily fishing life of local people in the riverside.
Then, go to visit the Pak Ou Cave which locates by the Mekong River. Here, you will discover a number of gold lacquered Buddha statues in the cave.
After that, you can have an excursion to Kuang Si Waterfalls, where you will enjoy the beautiful natural scenery, have fun in waterfalls and relax.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Flight: International flight include in quotation and will be on GTT arrangement
Meals: B
This morning, enjoying your free morning until transfer to the airport for your flight to Chiang Mai. Upon arrival , your private local guide from IndochinaTour.com will welcome you at the airport then escorts you to your hotel in Chiang Mai City.
Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure to relax, you can have a relaxing walk around the hotel to discover the city.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Meals: B
Today, you will tour the beautiful temples in Chiang Mai.
Start with the Buddhist temple of Wat Umong, nestled in the forested foothills of Suthep Mountain. Then visit Wat Suan Dok built in the 14th century, a white bell-shaped temple housing a 20-foot (6-meter) Buddha. See the large prayer hall and the unique open-sided chapel.
In the afternoon, visit Wat Phra Singh which houses the famous Phra Singh Buddha image. Continue on to Wat Chedi Luang which once contained the Emerald Buddha and later became partially in ruins due to an earthquake in the 1500s.
Then stop at Wat Chiang Man which is the oldest temple in Chiang Mai and houses one of Thailand's greatest treasures, the Crystal Buddha. Finally, visit Wat Jet Yot, a peaceful temple that is surrounded by greenery.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Meals: B
Today, tour the elephant rescue and rehabilitation center - Elephant Nature Park, involving in the rescues of the disabled elephants, dogs and cats.
You can volunteer and care for the animals. Take your time to wander freely on the grounds and get close to these gentle giants. You get the opportunity to feed them and learn how to bathe them.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Meals: B
Today, you will transfer to Chiang Rai, taking around 3 and a half hours.
En route, visit Meow Hill Tribe Village that locates on Doi Suthep. It was once famous for opium cultivation. Then head to visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, where you can get a panoramic view of Chiang Mai City. The site is also one of the best places to enjoy a sunset.
Upon arrival in Chiang Rai, visit the White Temple, officially known as Wat Rong Khun, which mixes traditional Buddhist temple architecture with pop culture references. After that, check in the hotel and enjoy your free time.
Overnight in Chiang Rai.
Meals: B
Today, head to the Golden Triangle region to have a full day excursion.
Start the morning by Long Neck Karen Village to see the long neck hill tribe people who relocated from the Thai and Myanmar border. If time permits, you can watch cockfighting near the hill tribe village. Then drive to Mt. Doi Mae Salong to visit the Chinese village on the top of the mountain.
After lunch, continue the trip to the highest peak on the Thai-Myanmar border, Doi Tung. Here you can overlook the entire northern rice field plain and visit Doi Tung Temple that was built in A.D.1493. The scenery here may remind you of Switzerland.
After that, drive back to your hotel and enjoy your free time.
Overnight in Chiang Rai.
Flight: International flight on your own arrangement or upon request
Meals: B
Today, you can enjoy your free time to explore this city until transfer to the airport. Hope you have a nice trip home and look forward to traveling with you again!
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HOTELS
Homestay
Economy 2*+ Hotels
Superior 3* Hotels
First Class 4* Hotels
Deluxe 5* Hotels
Luxury 5*++ Hotels
Notes:
*All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request
Important Notes:
HOTELS, PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
GUIDE/LEADER:
English speaking guide. French , Germany , Spanish, Italian, Russian speaking guide can be arranged with on request.
SERVICE INCLUSIONS
✓Flight tickets with airport tax as listed in above itinerary.
✓Entrance fee and sightseeing as listed in the itinerary.
✓Private English speaking tour guide service.
✓Private van for land transportation with cold drinking water and soft drink provided in the car.
✓Meals as listed in the itinerary (B for breakfast, L for lunch and D for dinner).
SERVICE EXCLUSIONS
-International air tickets.
-Visa Handling fee, visa stamp fee.
-Meals are not listed in itinerary.
-Insurance, gratuities and personal expenses.
-Tipping for guide, driver and hotel bell boys, etc.
-Surcharge for public holidays (if any).
-Services not stated in the itinerary.