Destinations: VIENTIANE – LUANG PRABANG
The Two Capitals is a tour that takes you to the two most important cities in Laos. You will start your trip in Vientiane, the current capital of Laos, where you will explore the remarkable monuments, such as the Patuxai, the That Luang, and the Wat Sisaket. You will then fly or take a fast train to Luang Prabang, the ancient capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you will experience the culture and history of the town. You will visit the beautiful temples, the royal palace, the night market, and the Mekong River. You will also see the famous Pak Ou Caves and the amazing Khouangsi Waterfall. The Two Capitals is a tour that lets you see the rich diversity of Laos in a short time.
Itinerary in brief:
| Day | Destination | Meals* | Location |
| Day 1 | Arrival – Vientiane | – | Vientiane |
| Day 2 | Vientiane – Luang Prabang | B | Luang Prabang |
| Day 3 | Exploring Luang Prabang | B | Luang Prabang |
| Day 4 | Luang Prabang – Departure | B | – |
*B = Breakfast
On arrival, meet your guide and driver and transfer to your hotel in the city center. Vientiane is a captivating capital, where you can see the influence of Lao, Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese, French, and American cultures. This charming and relaxed city will give you a smooth introduction to Laos.
After a short rest, start your tour of the main attractions of the capital. Visit Wat Sisaket, the oldest temple in Vientiane, which has thousands of miniature Buddha statues. See Wat Prakeo, the former royal temple, which used to house the famous Emerald Buddha. On the way to That Luang Stupa, the most sacred and revered monument in Laos, stop to take some pictures of Patuxay Monument, a majestic arch that resembles the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. From there, go to the Central Market, also called the ‘Morning Market’, where you can find antiques, handmade textiles and gifts. Continue with a walk around the Lao capital, where you can see some of the historical sites and the French colonial architecture. Watch the sunset by the Mekong Riverside and enjoy the city life of the local Lao people until late evening.
Overnight in Vientiane
In the morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Luang Prabang.
Note: alternatively, you can travel by Lao-China EMU Train if you prefer; please let your agent know if you want to try this option
Spend the rest of the day touring the ancient Lao capital: visit the remarkable stupa of Wat Visoun and the temples of Wat Aham and Wat Mai. Continue to Wat Xieng Thong, a splendid temple that sits at the confluence of the Mekong and the Nam Khan Rivers. The temple is adorned with exquisite stuccoes, doorways and a stunning ‘tree of life’ mosaic on an outer wall. After that, ascend to the top of Mount Phousi to admire the sacred, golden stupa and the breathtaking sunset over the ancient city and the Mekong River. End the day with a walk around the Night Market, where you can find a variety of textiles made by the locals and the hill tribes living around Luang Prabang.
Overnight in Luang Prabang
After breakfast, take a boat trip along the Mekong River, enjoying the peaceful scenery and visiting the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, where thousands of gold-lacquered Buddha statues of different sizes and shapes are left by pilgrims. On the way, stop at Ban Xanghai, a village where the locals make rice wine. Return to Luang Prabang in the afternoon.
In the afternoon, continue your adventure to Khouangsi Waterfall, visiting some ethnic minority villages of Lao people at Ban Ouay (Hmong), Ban Ou (Laoloum), Ban Thapene (Khmu), as well as Ban Xangkhong (Lue), where you can see silk weaving and Saa paper making. Reach the stunning Khouangsi Waterfall, where you can swim in the clear pools or hike along the forest trails. The waterfall is a paradise on earth. Visit also a Hmong village and the Bear Rescue Center before going back to Luang Prabang in the late afternoon. End the day with a sunset view at Wat Phabath.
Overnight in Luang Prabang
In the morning, enjoy some free time after breakfast to explore the town and do some last-minute shopping. Your tour ends with a transfer to the airport for your outbound flight.
As below or similar: double/twin shared rooms:
| OPTIONS | LOCATION | HOTEL NAME & ROOM TYPE | # NIGHTS |
| Option 1 | VIENTIANE | Chanthapanya Hotel (3*) – Superior | 1 |
| LUANG PRABANG | Villa Chitdara Hotel (3*) – Standard | 2 | |
| Option 2 | VIENTIANE | Salana Hotel (4*) – Deluxe | 1 |
| LUANG PRABANG | Bel Air Resort (4*) – Garnier | 2 | |
| Option 3 | VIENTIANE | Green Park Boutique (4*) – Deluxe | 1 |
| LUANG PRABANG | Maison Suvannaphum (4.5*) – Garden Wing | 2 |
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