Stay : 15 days to discover natural and archaeological sites
Summary of the stay
Best time to go
14 days
€ - Good and cheap
Detail of the stay : 15 days to discover natural and archaeological sites - 14 days
Day 1: Vientiane
Steps: Vientiane, Luang Prabang
Bike ride in the city to see its most beautiful monuments: the That Luang, this large golden stupa emblem of the country, the Presidential Palace, the Patuxai (or Arc de Triomphe), the That Dam and the Vat Si Sakhet.
Day 2: Luang Prabang
Steps: Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Muang Sing
Departure to Luang Prabang by plane or bus. This last option gives the opportunity to discover 3 Khmer sanctuaries located between Vientiane and Luang Prabang: Dan Souk, Vang Sang and Dane Pha (Buddha sculptures carved in stone). In Luang Prabang, visit of the Royal Palace (national museum), the Vat Xieng Thong, one of the most beautiful temples of the country with its frescoes and mosaics, then walk along the Mekong river or on the Mekong (by pirogue) to admire the sunset (magnificent viewpoint!). Dinner by the water.
Day 3: Surroundings of Luang Prabang
Steps: Vientiane, Luang Prabang
Escapade in the surroundings: visit the caves of Pak Ou by boat and the surrounding villages. The day continues to the Khuang Si waterfalls (agencies in the city center organize this excursion). Return at the end of the afternoon.
BUDDHA PARK (VAT XIENG KHUAN) / MUSÉE NATIONAL DE LUANG PRABANG / COPE VISITOR CENTRE
Day 4: Houay Xay
Steps: Luang Prabang, Pak Beng, Houay Xay
Departure for Houay Xay by boat, cruise on the Mekong river (2 days with the company Luang Say Mekong Cruises): we admire the landscapes, white sandy beaches, mountains and green forests. Stopover and night at Pak Beng, Luang Say Lodge (or Pak Beng Lodge)
Day 5: Houay Xay
Steps: Ban Phanom, Houay Xay
The cruise continues, stopping in Hmong villages along the river; an opportunity to rub shoulders with the minorities and understand their lifestyle. Arrival at Houay Xay in the late afternoon. Night on the spot.
Day 6: The surrounding area of Houay Xay
Steps: Luang Prabang
From there, we leave for a 2-day trek in the surroundings, (for the most reckless!)
CASCADE TAD KOUANG SI
Day 7: The surrounding area of Houay Xay
Steps: Pakse, Champassak, Houay Xay
Overnight in remote villages in Laos. Authenticity guaranteed! Return to Houay Xay.
Day 8: Luang Namtha
Steps: Pakse, Vat Phou, Luang Namtha
Departure for Luang Namtha. The region lends itself to beautiful walks: you can rent a bike or scooter for the day to explore the villages near the city. Nature is green and eco-tourism is developing: immersion in the Nam Ha National Park (ZNCB)
Day 9: Phongsali
Steps: Luang Prabang, Phongsali
Those who wish to do so can also continue their journey to Phongsali province, a very wild and little-known region for visitors, whose eponymous capital is nicknamed the City of Mist. Here the mountains are steeper and the roads are often in poor condition. Return to Luang Prabang.
Day 11: Phonsavan
Steps: Don Khong, Phonsavan, Muang Khoun
Reach Phonsavan (10 hours by bus) where you will find the famous Plain of Jars as well as vestiges of the Indochina war. Visit Muang Khoun (former Xieng Khouang).
Day 12: Paksane
Steps: Vientiane, Pakse, Thakhek
Early morning departure for Paksan in the center of the country (north-east of Vientiane).
Day 13: Phou Khao Khouay
Steps: Ban Na, Paksane, Thakhek, Tham Kong Lor
Paksane is the starting point for an incursion into the Phou Khao Khouay Nature Reserve (National Protected Area) which is home to forests and waterfalls. Possibility to stay with local people.
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