Honeymoon in the Ancient Capital

Luang Prabang is a beautiful and tranquil dream-like setting with a fusion of foreign influences and splendid landscape scenery, making this an idyllic, unspoiled and charming destination for visitors. It is no wonder that this amazing city was declared a World Heritage City. The ancient city was the former capital of Laos with a reign of more than 63 kings over 600 years. The city is known as the 'Thousand Pagoda City'; there are countless intriguing architectural highlights in the sleepy and once royal capital. This 5-day honeymoon vacation will you a special and deeper look at this charming city.

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Duration: 5 days/4 nights

Tour Code: MLLS07

Tour Valid: Until December 30th, 2013

Highlights: Luang Prabang (Wat Sene - Wat Xieng Thong - Wat Visoun - Mount Phousi...) - Nam Khan River - Tad Sae Waterfall

• Day 1 - Luang Prabang arrival

  Place Transport: Airplane->Car
  Meals: Dinner

  Arrive at Luang Prabang International Airport, you'll be driven to your hotel. Luang Prabang is perhaps the best-preserved traditional city in Southeast Asia. The tranquility and charm of this town with its splendid natural scenery and cultural sights make it one of the most delightful places to visit in Laos. In the evening, you'll stroll around the city's Night Market which offers handmade textiles woven by local people and ethnic minority communities. You will spend the night in Luang Prabang.

  Day 2 - Luang Prabang city tour

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  After breakfast, you will enjoy a guided-tour seeing the city's oldest temple of Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xieng Thong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground which represents classical Laotian architecture. You will then visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun. In the late afternoon, you will climb up to the top of Mount Phousi for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a panoramic view of the city at sunset and the Mekong River. The rest of the day will be free to wander around the ancient street or just relax with a Laos's beer along the Nam Khan River. You will spend the nigh in Luang Prabang.

  Day 3 - Luang Prabang - Laos Spirit Resort

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  After breakfast at your hotel, your guide will show you the National Museum (close Tuesday) at the former Royal Palace which displays a lovely collection of the artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture dating from the days of the early Kings right through the last sovereign. You will also go around the Central Market which is famous for silver jewelry. After visiting these sites, you will be back to your hotel to check out and drive to the Laos Spirit resort which is 15 km away from the city center in the middle of unspoiled and natural green surroundings. The rest of the day will be free to wander around the resort. You will spend the night at Laos Spirit resort.

  Day 4 - Luang Prabang - Lao Spirit Adventure (Elephant + Rafting)

  Place Transport: 
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  This is a full day trip combining a rafting tour with some sightseeing and an exciting elephant ride to/from Tad Sae Waterfall (or alternative route in dry season). Start from the Adventure and Elephant camp, you will cross a small river and will be introduced to our Asian Elephants and venture on a 1hr - 1hr 30 minutes enchanting journey through forests, plantations and fields. This activity program provides you with a breathtaking and unique experience as you make your way through forests and along the Nam Khan River up to the waterfalls of Tad Sae. After visiting the waterfall, lunch is served before a relaxing 30-minute rafting tour along the river back to the resort. The evening is free at your leisure. Stay overnight at Laos Spirit Resort.

  Day 5 - Luang Prabang Departure

  Place Transport: Car->Airplane
  Meals: Breakfast

  Free time until transferred to the airport for your departure flight.

  The Tour Inclusion:

  - 04 Nights Accommodation.
  
  - Pick-ups and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above.
  
  - The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary.
  
  - Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the program.
  
  - Meals (as specified in the itinerary) in the best local restaurants, or picnics where no suitable restaurant is available.

  The Tour Exclusion:

  - International flight tickets and airport tax.Visas.

  - Dinners, except as specified above.
  
  - Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses.
  
  - Surcharge for peak season (if any) & other not mentioned in the above detail program.

  Additional Information

  Importance note
  - The itinerary is just a sample of our tours; we'll be pleased to design similar programs with dates and itinerary customized to your personal preferences in Tailor Made Tours section. Rates may vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.
  
  What to bring? 
  - Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, original Passport...
  
  How to start?
  - MinMax Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.
   - If you don’t have enough time to complete visa before your departure, we will help you to obtain Lao Visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport, on your arrival).