Vientiane – Vang Vieng Explorer
This is our classic tour of Vientiane and Vang Vieng for those with just a few days to spare.
You’ll be exploring the must see places in Vientiane, her outskirts, as well as having a glimpse of the natural beauty in Vang Vieng
Tour Code: VTEVV-001
Day 1
Arrival, Vientiane City Highlights
Upon arrival into the capitol city of Vientiane, we will pick you up from the International Airport or from Friendship Bridge (Mittaphab). We will commence with a grand city tour of Vientiane, including the most prominent temples of Wat Sisaket, Wat Ho Prakeo. We will head on over to the Victory Monument (Patuxay) and climb atop to get a panoramic view of the city. We will then make our way to the spectacular Wat That Luang, the country’s most revered monument. Lastly, you’ll enjoy a dinner while entertained by a traditional dance.
Day 2
Road Trip to Vang Vieng
We will start heading towards the town of Vang Vieng, stopping along the way in the town of Ban Keun to visit a salt extraction factory. We will stop over at the Nam Ngum Dam for a short boat cruise before continuing onwards to Vang Vieng. You’ll have more photo opportunities at the Nam Lik River as well as Huaymo. we will arrive in Vang Vieng in time for you to catch the magnificent sunset along the Namsong River overlooking the Karsts.
Day 3
Caves, Archaelogical Site, Back to Vientiane
We will Walk to the Tham Jang caves and explore its beautiful stalactites and stalagmites. We will head back to Vientiane, stopping by the Vangsang archeology site. We will arrive back to Vientiane, wherein you will have some free time.
Day 4
Vientiane – Departure
We will be Visiting the vast Talat Sao morning market for shopping, or drive to the weaving village of Ban Nongbuathong. Next we will drive 30km south of Vientiane to visit Buddha Park (Xieng Khuan), a unique outdoor park comprised of Buddhist and Hindu sculptures along the Mekong River. After the visit to the park, we will transport you to the Wattat International Airport or the Friendship Bridge (Mittaphab).
