Our tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel after breakfast to visit Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage.
Attention: Since buses cannot enter into the heart of Luang Prabang, this tour is done by tuk tuk from 10 people (4 people/ tuk tuk).
We start at the former Royal Palace, now the National Museum, where you will explore the history of Laos. You continue on foot to Wat Mai, a temple renowned for its golden bas -relief, and Wat Sensoukarahm, which features a beautiful dazzling golden fa-ade. Finish this morning's tour at Wat Xieng Thong, the most revered temple in Luang Prabang. Located at the end of the peninsula, close to the Mekong, this temple was built in 1560 by King Setthathirat and is decorated with ornate carvings and mosaics.
Lunch is by you. We recommend the restaurant named Tamarind run by an Australian woman and her Lao husband; they have created a fresh menu of Lao dishes and are dedicated to promoting a greater understanding of the local cuisine.
We continue the tour of enchanting Luang Prabang by visiting Wat Visoun, the holiest temple of the city, which was entirely rebuilt in 1887 after being destroyed by the invading Black Flags from Southern China. In the courtyard of Wat Visoun, there is aWatermelon Stupa shaped like the fruit from which it takes its name. You continue pasting Wat Aham, which was first built in the 1500s, and on to Wat That where the ashes of King Sisavang Vong are kept inside the large central stupa.
We keep visiting the Traditional Arts & Ethnology Centre, a museum dedicated to exploring the rich diversity of Laos' ethnic minorities. Traditional costumes, tools, and artifacts are on display alongside in-depth descriptions and written histories. It is a great opportunity to gain insight in to the Lao people (note: closed on Monday).
We climb the 328 stairs of Mount Phousi and watch the sun set over the city and surrounding hills. You visit the hill tribe evening market for some shopping. This colorful market takes place every evening around 5pm along the main streets of town and is a great place to look for souvenirs.
Then we take you back to your hotel. Tour ends.
Things to bring: Sun cream, hat or cap, insect repellent.
Things to dress up: Casual clothes, sport shoes or sandals.
Cuisine: We can give recommendation to you to the good local restaurant
Tour Name: Full Day Luang Prabang City Tour by Tuk TukDuration: Full DayRate: On request
Tour included:
- Transfers from/to your hotel with tuk tuk
- English speaking guide
- All entrance fees as indicated in itinerary
- Camera and video cameras fees if applicable
- All permissions and local taxes
Tour excluded:
- Alcoholic drinks & drinks at mealtime, optional visits, lunch
- Personal travel insurance, tip & gratuities, Personal expenses
- Others not clearly mentioned above
