Laos Luxury Tour
Vientiane - Mekong - Paklay - Tha Deua - Luang Prabang
Laos luxury tour in our collection of Indochina luxury travel is completely good choice for those who want to take an upscale trip combined between land tour visit and cruising expedition with Mekong river cruises. This is not only a normal trip for relaxing but also a chance to discover Laos, the unique Buddhist nation in Asia.
Upon arrival in Vientiane, our guide and driver will pick you up and transfer to your hotel for check in.
Spend the rest of the day exploring the impressive capital of Laos on your own. At the end of the day, you could take a walk along the banks the mighty Mekong River. Stop en-route to relax with a cold drink or sample a snack from a local food stall.
- Meals: N/A
- Accommodation: Hotel in Vientiane
Spend full day today exploring the city with its famous highlights. Start your tour with a visit to the sacred Wat Sisaket – one of the most beautiful temples in the capital. Located nearby is Wat PhraKeo where you can explore stunning culture of the country through interesting works of art of both Lao and Khmer. Make a stop at Wat Simuang which is considered the guardian of the spirit of the city before continuing onto That Dam – situated near the authentic morning market. From the structure, head out to the nearby Pangkham Street to explore its tailor shops. Close your morning exploration by visiting Nam Phou Fountain to see the modernity in the traditional areas.
You will then enjoy lunch with delicious Lao style at Makphet Restaurant. With the excellent food and the friendly staff, you will be brought the true Lao- hospitality through their service.
After lunch, continue your city exploration to That Luang – the most serene site in Laos. Move onto the Patuxay monument where you can climb the stairs to its top to wrap your day with breathtaking views over the city.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Accommodation: Hotel in Vientiane
In this morning, drive to the impressive Buddha Park. Along the way, take the chance to capture the beautiful image of the Friendship Bridge which links Laos and Thailand.
Upon arrival at the Park, enjoy a stroll around the park. The park is unique which is filled with over 200 Buddhist and Hindu statues. You can see the interesting contrast between the peaceful and tranquil setting of the Mekong River and the eccentric sculptures of the park.
After the visit, our guide and driver will take you to the meeting point of Mekong Sun Cruise for embarkation.
After settling into your cabin, RV Mekong Sun Cruise starts cruising upstream into the parts of the Mekong River which used to be inaccessible.
The ship will drop anchor on a beautiful sandbank which is surrounded by pure nature. On board, take your time to relax in the spacious decks, in the lounge before having a welcome reception and dinner on board. The ship offers the selection of both Asian and European food throughout the cruise.
- Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Mekong Sun Cruise
RV Mekong Sun Cruise today will cruise further north offering a great opportunity to take in the impressive and remarkable scenery of the mighty river. The changing landscape seems to be more and more breathtaking with the tropical vegetation, spectacular rock formations along the river banks. Cruising along the “mother of waters” may bring you the feeling of a real expedition.
Take in the natural beauty along the shores and then continues cruising north again. Overnight on board at a remote sandbank.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Mekong Sun Cruise
Make a stop for a visit of the small riverside village of Pak Lai which is famous for its stunning colonial buildings. You will be impressed with the natural landscapes dotted with the sights of small villages and local cattle.
Head back to the board to enjoy the comfort and fine service on board. Overnight aboard the RV Mekong Sun Cruise.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Mekong Sun Cruise
Enjoy breakfast on RV Mekong Sun Cruise while taking in the beautiful views. Along the way, you may see the rustic scene of fishermen along the shore.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Mekong Sun Cruise
Today, take a short excursion to the Kuang Si waterfalls – one of the most impressive waterfalls in Laos.
In the afternoon, continue onto the town of Luang Prabang - the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival in Luang Prabang, it’s time to say goodbye to the crew. Check out your cabin and disembark the RV Mekong Sun Cruise. Guide of Top Mekong Cruises will meet and transfer you to your hotel in Luang Prabang. Lunch and dinner on your own and overnight in Luang Prabang.
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: Hotel in Luang Prabang
Our guide and driver will meet you at your hotel and transfer to the pier and take a long-tailed boat for an upstream cruise. During the cruise, you will be treated a stunning of nature along the river. From the distance you can see limestone cliffs where the hidden Pak Ou Caves are located. The cave is home to thousands of Buddha statues which make the region a revered one. Take your time to explore numerous images hidden in the cave.
Then, make your way back to the city. En-route, stop to visit Ban Xang Hai village to learn more about the making process of the traditional Lao rice whisky. It is a great chance to taste its unique flavor. Move onto Ban Xang Khong village- famous for its wood paper and Lao silk weaving.
Continue to visit the Royal Palace Museum to discover a number of interesting artifacts and the famous Wat Xiengthong to appreciate its unique architecture. There is also some time for you to explore the stunning Wat Visoun, and Wat Mai. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: Hotel in Luang Prabang
Spend time relaxing until being transferred to the airport for your onward flight. Hotel room is at your disposal until noon only.
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: N/A
What's Included
- Private door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services
- All private transportation with air conditioner
- Sharing double or twin room in hotel with daily breakfast
- 4 overnights aboard your boutique river vessel Mekong Sun
- All meals and tour program as per above itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
- English speaking guides and driver
- Coffee, tea and water during meal times on board
- All excursions and necessary entry fees
- Presentations and lectures by your cruise director
- Mineral bottled water on car
- Services charges and government tax
- 24/7 hotline support guaranteed
What's Not Included
- Flight tickets
- Meals and services other than those noted in the itinerary
- Visas for Laos
- Laundry, telephone calls, and personal expenditures
- Gratuities for guides, drivers, porters, boat crew, and personal, non-itinerary services
- Alcoholic and soft drinks other than mentioned
- Personal Insurance