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Laos & The Golden Triangle 10 Days

  • CODE: GDT1335
  • Private Tour
  • Duration: 8 - 12 days
  • Price from: Contact
  • Route: Laos - Kuang Si Waterfall - Pakou Caves - Huay Xai - Pak Beng - Luang Prabang - Vientiane - Thailand - Golden Triangle - Chiang Mai - Multi Country - Join Hiking Tours Thailand and Laos Tour

Overview

Embark on a unique 10-day adventure that connects the serene landscapes of Laos with the intriguing history of the Golden Triangle. This comprehensive tour is designed for travelers who want to experience the best of Laos, from the spiritual city of Luang Prabang to the laid-back capital of Vientiane, and then cross into Northern Thailand to discover the legendary meeting point of three countries.

You will witness the spiritual alms-giving ceremony in Luang Prabang, explore stunning temples, and take a boat trip to the mysterious Pak Ou Caves. The journey culminates with a visit to the Golden Triangle, where you’ll learn about its fascinating history. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion, natural beauty, and historical exploration, giving you a complete picture of this beautiful region.

Trip Map

Highlight

  • Luang Prabang UNESCO City: Explore the ancient temples and charming French colonial architecture of this beautiful city, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

  • Morning Alms Giving Ceremony: Witness the daily spiritual ritual of saffron-robed monks collecting alms at dawn.

  • Kuang Si Falls: Swim in the breathtaking turquoise pools of this tiered waterfall and explore the surrounding lush jungle.

  • Pak Ou Caves: Take a scenic boat trip on the Mekong River to visit these sacred caves filled with thousands of Buddha images.

  • Vientiane Capital: Discover the serene capital with its beautiful temples like Wat Si Saket and the impressive That Luang stupa.

  • The Golden Triangle: Visit the famous viewpoint where Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet, and learn about the region's history.

  • Mekong River Cruise: Enjoy a scenic cruise along the mighty Mekong, exploring local life along the riverbanks.

  • Mount Phousi: Climb to the top for a spectacular sunset view over Luang Prabang.

Service

HOTELS
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.

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Itinerary

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Day 1: - Vientiane Arrival.
Welcome to Laos - officially known as Lao People's Democratic Republic! Upon arrival at Vientiane's Wattay International Airport, you will be met by Laos Travel's guide & driver and transferred to your hotel. After settling in, enjoy the remainder of the day free at leisure to explore the city or visit the bustling Mekong riverside area yourselves.Vientiane has many great restaurants with Lao, Thai, French, Italian, Mexican and Chinese cuisines available, ask the guide for personal recommendations to enjoy your dinner.Meals: N/A.Accommodation: Hotel in Vientiane.
Day 2: - Explore Vientiane.
Today you will discover the essential landmarks and iconic sights that the small and charismatic city of Vientiane has to offer. With French colonial architecture & magnificent Buddhist temples, Vientiane boasts a rich mixture of cultures to savor.Start at Wat Sisaket, believed to be Vientiane's oldest surviving temple, left intact after the Siamese invasion of 1828. The interior walls of the cloister are covered in niches containing over 2,000 silver and ceramic Buddha images. Next is a visit to Wat Phra Keo, built originally to house the famed Emerald Buddha and now a religious museum that displays a collection of art representing Lao and Khmer artefacts. Continue to Wat Si Muang - the most popular one in town, before visiting Patuxai Monument, Laos' version of the Arc de Triomphe and its most prominent monument.The city tour also takes you to the golden spired Pha That Luang, constructed in the 16th century and regarded as the holiest site in Laos, and the Buddha Park, built in 1958 by Luang Pu, a yogi-priest shaman.End your day tour along the banks of the Mekong River as the sun begins to set. Stroll along the river, stop to enjoy a cold drink, or sample a snack from one of the many local food stalls, if you like, before being transferred back to your hotel.Meals: Breakfast.Accommodation: Hotel in Vientiane.
Day 3: - Vientiane – Fly to Luang Prabang.
Nestled in a mountain valley at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan Rivers is the enchanting World Heritage town and former royal capital of Luang Prabang. It's a magical and captivating place with stunning colonial architecture, ornate monasteries and colourful markets.After breakfast at the hotel, your driver will transfer you to the airport. Fly to Luang Prabang and meet another guide who will provide an introduction to Luang Prabang to you.Wander around the beautiful ancient town of Luang Prabang taking in all of the sights. Enjoy a leisurely walk to the magnificent stupa of Wat Wisunarat, one of Luang Prabang's most historically important temples, built in the 16th century and serving as a small museum for religious artefacts. Next stop is Wat That Luang, traditionally the cremation site for Lao Royalty and housing the ashes of King Sisavang Vong and his brother, interred inside the large stupa, erected in 1910.Continue to Wat Xieng Thong, a 16th century temple which epitomizes the elegance and grace of Luang Prabang architecture and showcases classic Lao style roofs. This temple was one of only two temples spared by the Black Flag army in 1887, and it was then used as the leader’s headquarters during the invasion.Pay visits to Wat Mai and the nearby former Royal Palace, now the National Museum, before climbing to the top of Mount Phousi at the sunset. The 100 meter (328 feet) hill is crowned by a gilded stupa, That Chomsi, which dominates the old city centre. Enjoy the views of the town across the Mekong and Khan rivers, as well as the surrounding mountains.In the late afternoon, check-in to your hotel. Luang Prabang has many great cafes and restaurants and also night food stalls which emerge at dusk, ask your guide for some good suggestions.Meals: Breakfast.Accommodation: Hotel in Luang Prabang.
Day 4: - Luang Prabang – Kuang Si Waterfall.
An early start provides the fantastic opportunity to witness the captivating centuries old daily tradition of the alms giving ceremony, Tak Bat. Before sunrise, hundreds of saffron-clad monks file out from the old town's 35 temples to collect their daily alms from faithful local residents.Then spend the morning exploring the area around one of Luang Prabang's most impressive and picturesque waterfalls, Kuang Si. Trek through jungle park-lands to Kuang Si Bear Rescue Centre, located nearby. Established in 2003, the centre has rescued numerous bears from wildlife traffickers and traditional medicine traders. Here, you will help-out with the bears' midday scatter feed. Afterwards, stroll to Kuang Si Waterfall, where a 60m cascade feeds into multi-tiered turquoise pools set in a beautiful lush forest setting. Enjoy a refreshing dip in the cool water or choose to walk up the trails to the upper section.After a picnic lunch in the tranquil park, return to the town to relax or explore more of the local area independently.Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch.Accommodation: Hotel in Luang Prabang.
Day 5: - Visit Elephant Village in Luang Prabang.
Laos is the "Land of a Million Elephants", and this morning tour is your chance to connect with and learn about these animals. Depart in the morning for a scenic 40-minute drive to the Elephant Village. On arrival, the camp manager will introduce the activities of the Elephant Camp. The elephants residing here are former logging elephants who are now "retired" due to age or medical conditions. The manager will explain about the efforts to preserve the natural environment for the elephants and their mission to support the retired animals. Next, meet the elephants face-to-face and proceed to feeding them with bountiful snacks. After becoming familiar with the elephants, enjoy a One-on-One experience with the elephant and the mahout, learning how to communicate and connect with the pachyderm.Say goodbye to the elephants who will go back into the jungle to forage for food. Board a traditional long-tail boat for a trip along the clear waterways to the Tad Sae waterfalls. Go for a swim in the cascading falls or simply relax in the beautiful setting.Return to the main camp at midday for lunch. Then travel back to Luang Prabang to relax before a long drive next day.Meals: Breakfast.Accommodation: Hotel in Luang Prabang.
Day 6: - Luang Prabang – Pak Ou Caves – Kamu Lodge.
Depart Luang Prabang on a 2.5 to 3 hour journey by boat up the Mekong River to the Kamu Lodge - a rustic ecolodge committed to low-impact environment, set in a remote river valley of rice paddies backed by forested mountains. Stop at the mouth of the Nam Ou River, near Pak Ou village, to visit the Tam Thing Cave. Translated as Rock Cave, it is famous for housing over 2,500 Buddha statues of all sizes and for being a place of pilgrimage for locals.At noon time, the boat arrives at Kamu Lodge. Every bend here illustrates that old South-East Asian adage: "same same but different" timeless, unspoiled, hypnotically beautiful.After lunch, there are a variety of activities to choose from including, rice planting and harvesting, gold panning (January to June), traditional fishing, local village visits or even an archery contest.Enjoy dinner in the open-sided fale in the centre of the rice paddy and overnight accommodation in one of 20 safari-style tents on the banks of the Mekong.Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.Accommodation: Kamu Lodge.
Day 7: - Kamu Lodge – Pak Beng.
Breakfast is served at the restaurant from 7:00 A.M. After a little time to relax, the boat picks you up for cruising up to Pak Beng and the Luang Say Lodge. Enjoy the sights of granite cliffs and sparkling sandy shores along the river. The boat makes a stop to visit the hill tribe village of Ban Baw, where you can watch the traditional process of making Lao whiskey.The cruise arrives at Luang Say Lodge near Pak Beng Town before sunset, giving plenty of time for you to refresh, enjoy the scenery of the river and admire the surrounding nature. A Laotian dinner is served on the open-air terrace overlooking the Mekong River.Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.Accommodation: Luang Say Lodge.
Day 8: - Pak Beng – Huay Xai.
After breakfast, the boat departs for another day of nature discovery along the legendary Mekong River with one stop planned along the way to Huay Xai. Lunch is served on board in a buffet style with a main course from Laos' main culinary delights and a choice of fish and meat dishes.Stop at a traditional village en-route to observe rural life along the Mekong and witness the daily life of ethnic minorities and their talented craftsmanship.You will reach Huay Xai, the provincial capital of Bokeo, a popular entry point to Laos from northern Thailand, around 17:00. Spend rest of the day at leisure.Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.Accommodation: Hotel in Huay Xai.
Day 9: - Huay Xai – Crossing the border – "The Golden Triangle".
After breakfast, you will cross the Friendship Bridge that spans the Mekong River and connects northern Laos to northern Thailand. Once in Thailand, you will have a spectacular overland journey through the wilderness as you head towards the heart of the Golden Triangle. This area is close to the border with Myanmar, Laos and the mighty Mekong River.In the afternoon, visit the splendid Grand Hall of Opium, a modern museum where you can learn all about the poppies and opium for which the Golden Triangle gained notoriety in the past. Then, from a hilltop viewpoint, marvel at Sob Ruak, where two rivers converge to form the actual "triangle" of three countries – Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar. Next, visit to Mae Sai, a border town and important commercial hub, lends a rare opportunity to observe local hill-tribe folk engage in trade.The evening is yours to enjoy.Meals: Breakfast.Accommodation: Hotel in Chiang Saen.
Day 10: - "The Golden Triangle" – Chiang Mai – Departure.
This is your last day of driving on this journey... and on wonderful roads it will be! Step out onto your balcony in the morning to watch the mist rise up over the jungle and drive from the Golden Triangle to just south of Chiang Rai for a visit to the stunning, vivid white temple of Wat Rong Khun, unlike most Thai temples. This is followed by a lunch at the local restaurant.In the afternoon, you will drive the remaining few hours to Chiang Mai International Airport for your onward flight. Depending on flight schedules, it may be necessary to book an overnight stay or excursions in Chiang Mai (at additional charge).Meal: Breakfast.

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