Vientiane Day Trips

Itinerary

1.VIENTIANE CITY & SURROUNDS

Tour code: DIN-VTE1

Fast Facts:

Private tour

Tour departure:             Daily from Vientiane hotels

Duration (approximate):08:00 – 17:30 hrs

Transfer from/to hotel:   Included

Meals included        :     Lunch

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 (Talat 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.[/caption]

2.NAM NGEUM LAKE

Tour code: DIN-NAM1

Fast facts:

Private tour

Tour departure:             Daily from Vientiane hotels

Duration (approximate):08:00 – 17:30 hrs (dependant on season & weather)

Transfer from/to hotel:   Included

Meals included:              Lunch

3.VANG VIENG

Tour code: DIN-VAN1

Fast facts:

Private tour

Tour departure:             Daily from Vientiane hotels

Duration (approximate):08:00 – 17:30 hrs (depending on season & weather)

Transfer from/to hotel:   Inclusion

Meals included:              Lunch

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.