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Vientiane - Laungnamtha - Oudomxay - Luang Prabang 10 Days

Day1. Arrival - Vientiane
On arrival in Vientiane Capital, you are met and transferred to hotel. On the banks of the
Mekong River , Vientiane is the charming and fascinating capital of Laos . This small town
conjures up exotic images, with the curious mix of Lao, Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese, French
influences. We explore the town this afternoon, with Wat Sisaket which is the oldest temple
still standing in Vientiane . This amazing structure features remarkable frescoes and
Buddha images. The following sight is Haw Prakeo, the former royal temple of Laos
monarchy, where previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Statue. We then visit the
imposing PatuxaiMonument which is well known as Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph before
continuing to the famous That Luang Stupa . Overnight in Vientiane .

Day2. Vientiane - Luang Namtha by flight
The journey north begins as we board our flight to Luang Namtha, a land of rugged
mountains, beautiful forest and rich river plain, sharing the border with China and Myanmar .
Today, Lung Namtha is populated by over twenty ethnic groups making it the most ethnically
diverse province in Laos . No activities are planned so you can stroll around the town or just
relax at the riverside retreat until the briefing for our coming trekking days. Overnight in
Luang Namtha. (B)

Day3. Luang Namtha - Ban Nalan
Heading out of the town, we take a short drive to Ban Chalernsuk , a Khmu minority village
at 20km away from Luang Namtha. We get well and truly off the beaten track as we trek into
this beautiful mountain region, using the local tracks. The journey is quite strenuous with
many steep uphill and down hill walking but the verdant and rugged mountain scenery
combined with the colorful local population makes for an unforgettable experience. We finish
our walking day on arrival at Ban Nalan where we are the guest of a Khmu family. The
accommodation is very simple and dormitory style, no western facilities. Overnight in Ban
Nalan.

Day4. Ban Nalan - Ban Namlu - Luang Namtha
The trekking leads us along the bank of the river to Ban Namkoy, passing the picturesque
landscape of forest and rice fields. The forest here varies from small patches of old tree to
never grown of bamboo. On arrival at Ban Namkoy we embark on a three hour walk uphill.
This trek is a real challenge; however some physical preparation will enable you to maximize
enjoyment from the walk. Along the way we pass through several hamlets, and are sure to
attraction attention as this part of the country receives very few visitors. At the small village
of Ban Namlu , we meet up with our truck and drive back towards Luang Namtha Town .
Overnight in Luang Namtha. (B)

Day5. Luang Namtha - Xieng Kok - Moung Sing
An early morning departure towards Moung Sing, which is home to various hill tribe groups
including Akha, Laos , Dao. There is also a significant Chinese population and a lot of trade
goes on between here and China . On the way we visit an Akha minority village. This ethnic
group was originally in China but immigrated into Laos down centuries. They are very poor,
but have an interesting culture and a colorful history. Upon leaving this village, we drive
west, traveling by bumpy roads to Xieng Kok, a border town near the golden triangle. In late
afternoon, we drive back to Muong Sing with stopover at the Lantern minority village.
Overnight at Moung Sing. (B)

Day6. Muong Sing - Luang Namtha- Oudomxay
Early morning, we visit the bustling colorful Morning Market and the impressive ethnologic
museum, dedicated to region's ethnic minorities, are not to be missed. We visit these sights
before we make our way journey to Oudomxay. The road journey down the hill, passing
numerous small villages en-route visit Khmu, Lantene. They are living with a nature forest.
On arrival at Oudomxay transfer to hotel before a sightseeing tour of the town. Explore the
stupa of Santhiphap that overlooks this bustling center of local trade and commerce.
Overnight in Oudomxay.(B)

Day7. Oudomxay - Nongkhoiw - Luang Prabang (Boat)
Early morning, we travel to Nongkhoiw to board a traditional boat down the Nam Ou River to
Luang Prabang. This tranquil town with its gleaming temple roofs, fading colonial
architecture and stunning mountain backdrop has been claimed by UNESCO to be" the best
preserved traditional city in South East Asia ". Stop en route to visit the mysterious Pak Ou
Caves where thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues are crammed into the two caves
carved out of a towering limestone cliff. Continue down river to Ban Sang Hay village to
sample the local rice alcohol known as Lao. Arrive in Luang Prabang in the late afternoon
and transfer to hotel. Overnight in Luang Prabang

Day8. Laungprbang City tour
Breakfast, we visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun , the shrine of Wat Aham , the city's
oldest temple of Wat Sene , Wat Mai , we continue our city tour, seeing the magnificent Wat
Xiengthong which nestles at the meeting of the Mekong and the Nam Khan River. The
temple structures are decorated in various ways with gilded stuccoes and doorways. The
main Sim has a marvelous 'tree of life' mosaic pattern on an outer wall. The National
Museum at the former Royal Palace , which displays a lovely collection of the artifacts
reflecting the richness of Lao culture dating from the days of the early kings right through
the last sovereign and climb 329 steps to the top of Phousi Mount for a beautiful sunset view
of the city and the Mekong River. From there, we explore Street Night Bazaar , where you
can find the lovely collection and handmade textile by local and hill tribe people surrounding
Luang Prabang. The zigzag path crosses over various temples to the sacred, gilded stupa
of Wat Phou, another World Heritage Site, recognized by UNESCO in 2002 at the summit.
Overnight at Luang Prabang.

Day9. Laungprabang- Kaungsi Water fall
Breakfast at the hotel and visit local Phousi Market where you will see such diverse offerings
as dried buffalo skin, local tea and saltpeter among the chickens, vegetables and hill-tribe
weavings. Laos is also known for its traditional crafts, and today you will visit local village of
Lao ethnic minority groups at Ban Ouay , Hmong Village, Ban Ou , Laoloum Village and Ban
Thapene , Khmu Village, then drive to the beautiful Khouangsi Waterfall where you can
splash around in the pools or walk along the forest paths, return to Luang Prabang by late
afternoon and continue to Ban Xangkhong, a well-known village for its wood paper making
and also Lao silk weavings with natural dyes. return to the city by late evening for observing
the sunset at Wat Siphouthabath . Overnight at Luang Prabang

Day10. Luang Prabang - Departure
Breakfast at hotel, free until transfer to Luang Prabang airport for departure.
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