ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Old Quarter Luang Prabang, Ban Pakham - Sisavangvong Road, Luang Prabang 0600 LaosLuang Prabang, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site for its unique blending of traditional Lao and European colonial influences in its architecture and culture, was the capital of the Lane Xang kingdom from the 14th to 16th centuries, as well as the center of Buddhist worship in the region.Old quarter setting on a peninsula at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers, encircled by verdant mountains, offers a natural beauty that is complemented by the craftsmanship of Louangphrabang’s palaces, temples, and traditional houses.Duration: 4 hoursStop At: The Morning Market, Alleys between Main St. (Sisavangvong Rd.) and Mekong River Old Quarter, Luang Prabang 0600 LaosAfter morning alms, we visit Luang Prabang morning market. The market lining a couple of quiet streets near the Royal Palace, starts early and is over by mid-morning. It sets up along a couple of side-streets next to one of the city’s many Wats. A butcher and some of the more touristy stalls have actual tables for their wares. But most of the vendors, selling anything from rice, to fresh vegetables, to steamed fish, frogs, and anything else that might be the day’s catch, just set up on the ground. Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham, Luang Prabang Laosbuilt in 1788, known for its glorious bas-relief work, golden stencilling of its sim (assembly hall), and for the ritual cleansing of the Phra Bang during Lao New Year. (Entrance fee 10,000 kip)Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Royal Palace Museum, Haw kham Old Quarter, Luang Prabang 0600 LaosThe Royal Palace, which is today the national museum and built by French colonialists between 1904-09, displays a lovely collection of artefacts and offers you an insight into the fascinating history and culture of Laos. (Entrance fee 30,000 kip)Duration: 1 hourStop At: Wat Xiengthong, Khem Khong Old Quarter, Luang Prabang 0600 LaosWat Xieng Thong, once known as “The Temple of the Golden City”, holds great cultural, historic and architectural importance. It is serenely situated near the tip of the peninsula at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan Rivers, with a grand staircase leading up from the Mekong. For centuries it was considered the ceremonial gateway to the town, with visiting dignitaries and soon-to-be-crowned kings arriving via these steps. (Entrance fee 20,000 kip)Duration: 40 minutesStop At: Wat Sene, 45 Kingkitsarath Rd, Luang Prabang, LaosThe temple was built in 1718 by King Kitsarath with 100,000 stones from the Mekong river. It literally means "Temple of 100,000 treasures"Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Wat Wisunarat, V4PQ+VHV, Luang Prabang, LaosThe oldest Buddhist temple dating to the 16th century, known for its large, watermelon-domed stupa.(Entrance fee 20,000 kip)Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Alms Giving Ceremony, Th Sisavangvong (main road to town) Old Quarter, Luang Prabang 0600 LaosPickup from your accommodation at early morning around 5:15 am in March to October and 5:45 in November to February. We rise early to observe the sunrise procession of monks receiving alms and experience offering food to monks. Morning Alms (Sai Bat) is a longstanding tradition in Laos Buddhist culture, and is very unique to Laos. Laos is the only Buddhist nation still preserving the procession.Duration: 1 hourStop At: UXO Lao Visitors Centre, Phothisan Road Behind the Chao Anouvoung Monument, Luang Prabang 0600 LaosUXO (Unexploded Ordinance) Information Centre exhibits the devastation that Laos continues to suffer as a result of the Second Indochina War. (closed on Saturday & Sunday)Duration: 40 minutesStop At: Ock Pop Tok Living Crafts Centre, 125/10 Ban Saylom, Luang Prabang 0600 LaosOck Pop Tok Living Crafts Centre is created as a way to allow visitors to observe the impressive skills that go into Lao textiles. Here you will meet the Master Weavers and see silk w

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Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability,Not wheelchair accessible,Infants must sit on laps,Most travelers can participate,This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund,This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

English Speaking Local Licensed Tour Guide,Private transportation,Entry/Admission - Royal Palace Museum,Entry/Admission - Wat Wisunarat

Lunch - 3-course deluxe set lunch menu including coffee or tea at Ock Pop Tok Silkroad Café can be arranged upon prior request. (15$/person) Please choose from Lao or Western set menu and message us.,All Entrance Fees for Museum, Temples.. (about US$16.5),Entry/Admission - Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham,Entry/Admission - Wat Xiengthong,Entry/Admission - Mount Phousi,Entry/Admission - Heuan Chan Heritage Luang Prabang,Entry/Admission - Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre