In the morning, we will first visit Wat Si Muang, which is very famous for its supernatural power. We then continue out visit to the oldest WatSisaket, a temple of thousands of miniature Buddha statues, and the former royal temple of WatPrakeo, which previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Image. We also visit Lao national icon, That Luang Stupa, and we stop to take some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument, which is Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph. We then transfer out to the airport to take the short afternoon flight to LuangPrabang. Overnight in LuangPrabang

Today, you will first visit the magnificent WatXiengthong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, which represents classical Laotian architecture. We then embark on a cruise upstream on the Mekong River, which also gives us a breathtaking view of the tranquil countryside, before reaching the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims. Along the way, we stop at the village of Ban Xanghai, where they make the local rice wine.
On arrival back in the city, we also have time to visit Royal Palace Museum, which hosts a range of interesting artifacts; before ascending the 329 steps to the top of Phousi Hill for a beautiful sunset view of the city and its glowing reflection on the Mekong River. The tour ends after a visit to the famous Night Market, where you can find a lovely collection of handmade textiles made by local and hilltribe people surrounding LuangPrabang. Overnight in LuangPrabang

You are free before taking the departure flight