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USD 2630
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Experiences:
Optional activities, tailor-made experiences shall be added on the itinerary upon request.
Starting Date:
Any Dates, Daily
Starting Point:
Luang Prabang City, Laos
Ending Point:
Hanoi City, Vietnam
Customizable:
Yes, On Request
Type:
Private Touring, History, Culture, Adventure, Relaxation, Cruising
Accommodation LEVEL:
Luxury Boutique 4, 5 Star Hotels
Countries Visited:
Destinations Visited:
- Luang Prabang
- Hanoi
- Mai Chau
- Halong Bay
Day 1: Arrival in Luang Prabang
Arrive in Luang Prabang, where you are met and enjoy a private transfer to your hotel. After checking in, spend the balance of the day at leisure. Luang Prabang is located in northern Laos at the heart of a mountainous region. The town is built on a peninsula formed by the Mekong and the Nam Khan River. Mountain ranges encircle the city in lush greenery. Luang Prabang is exceptional for both its rich architectural and artistic heritage that reflects the fusion of Lao traditional urban architecture with that of the colonial era. Its remarkably well-preserved townscape reflects the alliance of these two distinct cultural traditions. You are recommended to spend your leisure time to walk around the town and wander the Night Market as it is one of the nicest attraction in Luang Prabang that can not be missed. It's an amazing sight and offers the most extensive collection of local handicrafts, decorative items and home textiles in the country. It is said to be one of the best night markets in Asia because items are mostly handmade, therefore are more unique than the mass produced items that get sold elsewhere.
Day 2: Morning Alms & Cycling City (B)
Rise before dawn and today you will participate in one of the most mesmerizing experience of the daily ritual offering of food to the local monks. As a procession of robed monks passes, place a small amount of rice into their alms bowls. This deeply spiritual ritual is a serene part of everyday life. You will return to your hotel where you will enjoy a hearty breakfast. Relax and refreshen up for a while and the day continue with a comprehensive city orientation. Nestled in the mountains, long isolated from the outside world, we’ll discover World Heritage Site, Luang Prabang’s fabulous temples, French colonial architecture and taste Lao delicacies in riverside cafes. Morning walking tour of the town including the National Museum & former king’s palace, Wat Xiengthong, Phu Si Hill Temple and the Fine Arts School to see how traditional Lao arts and handicrafts are being preserved. In the afternoon, you will visit Ock Pop Tock weaving center to learn and discover Laos through textiles. Ock Pop Tock means "East Meets West" was founded in 2000 with a passion for textiles and a mission to become this place one of the most important textile and artisanal institutions in all of Laos and South East Asia. Spend your second night at hotel in Luang Prabang.
Day 3: Elephant Conservation Camp & Baci Ceremony (B, L, D)
Breakfast and followed by a short drive to the Elephant Conservation Camp. Explore the mysterious beauty of the Lao jungle with our recently rescued elephants as your companions. This join-in basis journey is a perfect way for these happy elephants to enjoy a walk in their natural habitat after decades of hard labor in logging camps. It also offers you a once-in-a-lifetime experience to learn from and absorb their calming energy. The guides and mahouts will teach you how to understand the ways in which elephants and humans communicate with one another. Once this connection is made it’s almost impossible not to see many of our own emotions in them. This experience is really a life-changing. Transfer back to the city and this afternoon relaxing.
Another meaningful and spiritual ceremony to be help this late afternoon for you and your partner, the Baci Ceremony. This is one of the most prominent customs of Lao people, can help explorers delve deeper into Laotian culture as well as experience the hospitality of this peaceful country. You will visit a local house and enjoy a blessing through the event, as well as savor a delicious dinner hosted by the local family to get to know more about Laotian culture and customs—it is among the things you should not miss in Luang Prabang. Return to your hotel for a peaceful night’s sleep this evening.
Day 4: Fly to Hanoi, Cooking & Dinner with Host
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This morning transfer to the airport for your two-hour flight to Hanoi where you will be met and privately transferred to the hotel in the city centre. Spend the rest of morning at leisure. At 13:00, you will be escorted by a Hanoian to pay a visit to the local market nearby your hotel. Buy all essential ingredients for this evening hands-on cooking lesson. After the class we sit down and a chance to savour the dishes we have prepared. Transfer back to hotel. Overnight in Hanoi.
Day 5: City Orientation, Mai Chau
Breakfast is followed by a half-day comprehensive city orientation which you will have a chance to get closer to see ochre-coloured colonial buildings, tree-lined boulevards and scenic lakes. You will explore the city's historic landmarks and sights such as Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh’s house on stilt and One Pillar Pagoda. You will also visit the Temple of Literature which is made up of five temples and peaceful courtyards within one complex and parts date back to the 11th Century. Then, private transfer to Mai Chau Ecolodge in Hoa Binh province (5 hours). Checking into your accomodation and remainder of the day will be at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 6: Mai Chau (B)
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After breakfast, we invite you to will join in scenic cycling tour to capture the beauty of Mai Chau. It is fantastic to cycle on tiny, tranquil paths winding across a sea of green rice. You can also participate into other activities such as cooking or doing and sharing the daily work with local farmers. After your long day tour filled with activities, you can book a great massage to relax and you will surely feel feel revitalized with Mai Chau Ecolodge's skilled masseurs who are all local people. Overnight at hotel.
Day 7: Mai Chau - Hanoi (B)
Breakfast and spend your time at leisure until we will transfer you to Hanoi. Checking again into your accommodation and rest of the day will be at leisure. Overnight at hotel.
Day 8: Hanoi - Halong Bay (B, L, D)
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Breakfast at hotel and we will depart for Halong Bay, we go through the scenic countryside. The wondrous Halong Bay is truly one of Vietnam’s most impressive scenic sights. Heading out of the town we embark on a boat for an exploration of the legendary Halong Bay. This exciting cruise will provide us a fantastic view of the picturesque scenery blending with the sky and some 3,000 limestone islands rising amazingly from the clear and emerald water. The limestone karsts formations are littered with beaches, grottoes and beautiful caves. Along the way we will anchor for a leisurely swim in a secluded cove and an enjoyable visit to one of the many hidden grottoes beneath towering cliffs. Stay overnight on the cruise in Halong Bay.
Day 9: Halong Bay - Hanoi, Departure (B)
Greet the day with a morning Tai Chi exercise with an opportunity to view the sunrise over the bay. After breakfast, visit beautiful limestone grotto then back to the boat for a final glimpse of the Halong Bay while cruising back to the dock. Private transfer to hotel in Hanoi and straightly to the airport to catch your outbound flight to next destinaition.
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