Full Day Excursions
Vientiane
VIENTIANE CITY & SURROUNDS
Tour code: DIN-VTE1
Visit Vat Sisaket, the
oldest original temple in Vientiane. Built in 1818,
Vat Sisaket is the sole survivor of an invasion in
1828. Vat Sisaket features remarkable frescoes and
6,840 Buddha images. Nearby is Ho Phra Keo, once the
royal temple of Lao monarchy. Built in 1565, Ho Phra
Keo has been used as a museum since 1970 and
contains some of the finest Buddhist sculptures and
artifacts in the country. The main structure
originally housed the famous Emerald Buddha that now
resides in Bangkok’s Wat Phra Keo. One of the most
photographed images of Vientiane is Patousay, the
victory gate also known as Anousavari. Constructed
in 1958, its architecture is inspired by the Arc of
Triumph in Paris. Another famous Vientiane landmark
is the That Luang Stupa. King Setthathirath built
this great sacred stupa in 1566. Its central
structure is 45 meters tall and echoes the curving
lines of an elongated lotus. The original stupa was
said to contain relics of Lord Buddha. Continue to
visit the Morning Market (Talaat Sao), known for its
superior silk weaving, metal work, and woodcarving.
After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the
surroundings of Vientiane including the Buddha Park,
located 24 km south of Vientiane, and take a look at
the impressive Friendship Bridge. Return to
Vientiane and visit the weaving village of Ban Nong
Bouathong. Stroll along the banks of the Mekong
River at sunset.
Fast Facts:
Tour departure: Daily from Vientiane
hotels
Duration (approximate):08:00 – 17:30 hrs
Transfer from/to hotel: Inclusion
Meals included : Lunch
Private tour, Minimum : 1 person
NAM NGEUM LAKE
Tour code: DIN-NAM1
Drive north to visit the archaeological site of
Vangxang. Continue to the Nam Ngeum Lake and take a
short boat ride. After lunch at a local restaurant,
drive to Ban Kheun and visit the zoo. Also make a
stop on the return to Vientiane to observe the salt
extraction process.
Fast facts:
Tour departure: Daily from Vientiane
hotels
Duration (approximate):08:00 – 17:30 hrs (dependant
on season & weather)
Transfer from/to hotel: Yes,
Meals included: Inclusion
Private tourMinimum: 1 person
VANG VIENG
Tour code: DIN-VAN1
Drive north to visit the archaeological site of
Vangxang. Continue to Ban Houeimo and view the
process of making Sa Paper handicrafts. After
arrival in Vang Vieng, lunch at a local restaurant,
then continue to Tham Chang cave. Admire the
beautiful views of this region, and then return to
Vientiane.
Fast facts:
Tour departure: Daily from Vientiane
hotels
Duration (approximate):08:00 – 17:30 hrs (depending
on season & weather)
Transfer from/to hotel: Inclusion
Meals included: 1 Lunch
Private tour Minimum : 1 person
